... the Founder, especially today, the anniversary of his death, October 31st. Buried in Holy Cross Cemetery, the community cemetery for the Congregation of Holy Cross, located on the north side of St. Mary's Lake, Fr. Sorin's grave is front and center of all others. Even though Fr. Sorin did not want this, it is only fitting, for without him, none of this would be! Fr. Sorin, you never dreamed too small! Requiescat in pace!
During Fr. Sorin’s time, the residents of the Hall, and rightfully so, were called “princes.” During the administration of President Joe Trzaska, the Breakfast of Princes become a real breakfast with eggs to order, pancakes, crisp bacon, and more. Gone were the doughnuts and small bottles of Sunny Delight. BUT due to continuing supply chain problems, inflation, and schedules, the Breakfast of Princes was curtailed and scaled backed just a bit. Now, the residents of Steds enjoy three types of Chick Fil A breakfast sandwiches, fresh fruit cup, yogurt parfaits, airline sized cans of orange and pineapple juice. Some believe that the breakfast shakeup was made to reflect the changes in food pyramid; however, talking with well placed sources, the change was made simply for the sake of change as well as the times. On participating in the Breakfast of Princes and being the first in line, Darren Tanuwijaya, said, “Got the Fil A, ready to lock!”
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 one of the youngest residents of the Hall, Michael Petrides, and “a reflection” on the Gregorian Lounge by the oldest resident of the Hall, PJ Carroll. Still, there was the reading from a letter written in 1884 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 picture of of the late professor Gregori was hung directly across from the mural… almost as if Gregori was still gazing upon the beauty of his mural.
On participating in the Rededication and offering a moving reflection, PJ Carroll, Steds senior, RA, and resident Michigander, shared, "The ambiance, the soundscape, the energy, they all screamed Steds this evening. What a great night to see the men of Steds bonding before our beautiful mural.
