Founder's Week commenced with "Rededication Day.” Once again, Stedsmen gathered to rededicate the Rededication of the Rededication of… the Dedication of the Gregorian Lounge in the memory of Luigi Gregori. Originally called the Sorin Society Room, where oratory skills were practiced, it was forgotten and lost for a number of years. Rediscovered when a fake wall was removed and restored, the mural once again regained its place of honor. Painted by Luigi Gregori- the artist who painted the University's Basilica and Main Building- the room was dedicated to his memory in 2006 and rededicated ever since.
At this year’s Rededication, there was a reading of a modern adaptation of the Dr. Seuss’ Green Eggs and Ham by Chris Scott ’18 and “a reflection” on the Gregorian lounge via a phone call from Drew McClimon ’23. Still, there was the reading from a letter written in 1882 by Meriwether Snodgrass, former resident, on seeing the Gregorian Mural for the first time. Oh, yes! There was more. In addition to the new wall plaque commemorating this year’s Rededication, a new picture of Gregori, selected by last year’s graduating Stedsmen, was hung directly across from the mural… almost as if Gregori is gazing upon the beauty of his mural.
On participating in his first Rededication Day, Zach Zywiec, Steds freshman, ND Band member, and In the Red Room Band analyst, shared, "Witnessing the Rededication of the Rededication of the Rededication of the Rededication (times 17 total) of the Dedication of Gregorian Lounge was easily one of the greatest moments of my life. Hearing the wisdom of Fr. Ralph and Hall President Dane (insert last name) reminded me of what's best about Steds: the brotherhood, the history, the lore and most of all, the honor that each of us carries of being a Gentleman. I couldn't think of a better way to start Founder's Week."
To see the Rededication service, click HERE.
For this week's installment of the Red Room on:
iTunes, click HERE.
Spotify, click HERE.
... the ribbon is cut...
