Best of...

 ... the Gentlemen's Monthly. Well, TEN years ago this was the posting. Enjoy this blast from the very distant past.   

Saturday's Squirrel.

It's raining rabbits!

There is a surprising amount of wildlife on campus, and as of late, there has been an explosion in the campus rabbit population. Wherever you look, there's a rabbit or two... sometimes even three or more! While they are all over the place, one place campus rabbits prefer in particular is the green space behind St. Ed's. When asked why rabbits might prefer Steds grass than that of other halls, Fr. Terry Ehrman, C.S.C., theologian and biologist, said, "The grass is greener at Steds."

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It's official!

Julia and Patrick exchanging vows...

They got married! Patrick Digenan '20 and Julia White '20 of Cavanaugh were married at the Log Chapel. Only making a most beautiful day even more beautiful, this couple gleamed brighter than the sun, making a sunny day sunnier. And it was about time they got married... they been dating ever since their first meeting on that first day of Welcome Week! Now, surrounded by their families, Julia and Patrick exchanged theirs vows with great emotion and happiness... and with a few kisses. Later, Julia and Patrick renewed their wedding vows in Santa Barbara amid family and friends. On Julia joining both his family and Steds family, John Digenan '24 shared, "It was great to see Julia officially be welcomed into the Steds family with her marriage to Patrick, but having so many of the Steds family there to support and witness it made it even more special!"

Congratulations to the new couple Julia and Patrick! 

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... surrounded by family...

... Fr. Ralph and John Challenger (cousin of Pat) enjoy Californian cuisine... 

... and after vows were renewed...

... it was time to party...

... and party we did...

... and even found a new yacht for the Yacht Dance.

Your Sunday picture...

Good night

... from Notre Dame. Here's a view of Mary and the Dome at early twilight taken from the very southern edge of St. Edward's Park. Whether in the morning, afternoon, night or whenever, Mary and the Dome are always a sight a behold. Enjoy, and enjoy your Sunday wherever you may be!

What are they...

Stedsmen reaching new heights: Wilson, Mudigonda, and Meares

… doing? Yes, what are our Stedsmen doing now that they no longer have classes to attend, papers to procrastinate writing, nor any thing else for that matter, especially if they have graduated?! Having graduated many moons ago, Stedsmen Chris Wilson NDLS '08, Dr. Tej Mudigonda '10, Joe Meares '10 went hiking in the Green Mountains of Vermont and reignited their bonds of friendship forged at Steds back in the early 2000s. Despite being on in years, the three were able to accomplish a TWO hour hike with 3,000 foot of vertical climb. No small feat, especially when you consider that Chris was able to close a deal during the hike.  Joe & Tej were freshman in the hall during Fr. Ralph’s first year as rector, while Chris Wilson was one of Father's first assistant rectors. On the hiking and reminiscing, Meares shared, "Although many things have changed since then, one thing remains constant: Gentlemen stick together and push each other to new heights, regardless of age or time spent apart!"

Best of...

 ... the Gentlemen's Monthly. Well, TEN years ago this was the posting. Enjoy this blast from the very distant past.   

Funny things...

Oh, okay. Thanks!

... that you see on campus that make you laugh. When making a visit to the Hesburgh Memorial Library, which is currently undergoing a renovation, visitors will see this memorable and laughable scene of port-a-potties and a campus sign. On this scene, an unnamed University official said, "What we would do without campus signs!"

What are they

Coach Freeman (C) with Johnson (R)

… doing? Yes, what are our Stedsmen doing now that they no longer have classes to attend, papers to procrastinate writing, nor any thing else for that matter, especially if they have graduated?! Indeed, what are they doing this summer?! Well, Edward "Ed" Johnson '84, of now defunct Grace Hall but adopted by Steds through his two sons Stedsmen, Eddie '20 and Ryan '24, was in New York to hear Coach Freeman and other football players speak as well as see them open the New York Stock Exchange. On being at this most unique gathering, Johnson said, "Representing the Gentlemen with the best coach in the land... it's a dream come true."

Saturday's Squirrel.

A quiet moment 

While campus is empty of students, our furry friends are at the helm. Surprisingly, keeping an eye on things is tough and demanding work, and so, even now and then, a break is needed. Recently, while working in front of the Main Building, this squirrel, with a white tail, was spotted taking five and enjoying a nut. On being spotted this squirrel non-verbaled, "Sorry, go to the next tree. I'm on break."

Getting ready...

Better one...

... part two. Getting ready for Alex Morrison's bachelor party, a golf weekend in Scottdale, Arizona, was no small feat. To make the golf weekend just a bit more special, Peter Nichols '22, fellow Stedsman and former Hall President, created a bespoke caddie bib for fellow Stedsmen to wear and draw attention to Morrison Enjoying the Phoenician sun, while avoiding bitting horses and prickly cacti, Morrison was feted, and "Team Morrison" enjoyed the man of the hour as well as high jinx or two. On the weekend, Fr. Ralph said, "Message received. I will NOT be late to Alex's wedding!"

... better two...

... Morrison feels the love and swung for the hills...

... while McQueen swung for a cactus...

... and Walsh just for a hole in one...

... and Moriarty was swung into the pool for being late.

Best of...

 ... the Gentlemen's Monthly. Well, TEN years ago this was the posting. Enjoy this blast from the very distant past.   

A summer time secret.

Students: Please return!

While no one would ever say publicly that they are happy to see students and graduates depart in May, quietly, many Notre Dame faculty and staff are. Campus is beautiful, and it seems that beauty only increases with the removal of the hustle and bustle of students. BUT this enjoyable summertime silence quickly gives way to something else... eerie loneliness! Suddenly, the faculty and staff who are quietly happy that students are gone are now quietly wishing that those same students would return! On the absence of students, Fr. Ralph said in a soft, singing voice, "So lonely... I feel so lonely..." 

Your Sunday picture...

Looking good

... from Notre Dame. As the summer continues to roll on, here's a view of Fr. Sorin with Mary and the Dome in the background. Having removed the shrubbery around the statue and now having planted the summer flower scheme, this unique campus vista is even more stunning. Enjoy, and enjoy your Sunday wherever you may be!

What are they...

London calling: von Rotz with fellow ND student Brian

… doing? Yes, what are our Stedsmen doing now that they no longer have classes to attend, papers to procrastinate writing, nor any thing else for that matter, especially if they have graduated?! Indeed, what are they doing this summer?! Well, some are busy at study and play, and that's certainly the case for Evan von Rotz, Steds sophomore. Seeing an opportunity to study and play at the same time through participating in a study abroad, von Rotz applied, and was accepted, to the summer program in London. Hitting the books of course, von Rotz has still managed to do a lot of playing, seeing the sights of London, Dublin, Spain, and Switzerland. Not too shabby. Still, von Rotz has made new ND friends too... but his Steds ones are still his favorite. On studying- and playing in London- von Rotz shared, "Going abroad was the coolest experience of my life."

Getting ready...

Nichols sporting the Morrison bib...

... for the big day! That's right. Alex Morrison's fellow Stedsmen are busy and so are their parents, especially Maribeth and Mike Nichols. As Morrison '22 is getting ready for his wedding this September, Peter Nichols '22 and his parents have been getting ready too... for his bachelor party of course! To make the golf weekend just a bit more special, the Nichols have created a bespoke caddie bib! Drawing attention to Team Morrison, this bib is eye catching indeed, but sadly, it will not help one's golf game. On the bibs, Nichols, Stedsm and and former Hall President, shared, "I was thinking of a fun gag for the weekend, and we came up with the idea of caddie bibs for all of us to wear (except Alex of course) for the esteemed 'St Edward’s Country Club'. Ordered the bibs from Amazon and made the design and ironed on ourselves. It took a village and all day yesterday, but it's so worth it!"

... and pressed brother and dad into service...

... dad gives a hand...

... and mom helped too...

... and the final product...

... was a hole in one!

Best of...

 ... the Gentlemen's Monthly. Well, TEN years ago this was the posting. Enjoy this blast from the very distant past.   

Construction Zone: Campus

Gone: First, La Fortune's Burger King, now its staircase

Just like the roads of your hometown during the summer, campus is also torn up.  With Doors now inaccessible and pedestrian paths closed, getting around campus is a bit of a hassle, especially if you have to go to La Fortune. The west side of the building has its door closed as its staircase is completely demolished. Will it be finished in time for the return of students in August? Well, you'll just have to stay tuned in.

Happy 4th of July!

God bless America!

For being 250 years old, you're looking great. Wherever you are, whatever you do, enjoy family and friends, fireworks, and freedom! 

An unexpected...

The plane, the plane!

... visit. That's right! Spotted as it was making its approach to South Bend International, a government plane was spotted passing over campus. With its distinctive light blue and white coloring and American flag on the tail, it was clear that a very important person was coming to town. On who the v.i.p. was, Fr. Ralph said, "I can't tell you. It's classified."

While Western...

California really is a little slice of heaven...

... Steds may be in the rear view mirror called summer, we can always take a look back at that special time in Southern California. Indeed, we cannot all be Californian, but enjoy these pictures of its flora and fauna.

... take a gander....