There be...

Schechter: Learning in progress

... studying! While it is the home of Folgers at Four on Fridays, an Enlightenment soirée of sorts with coffee, doughnuts, and conversation, the Gregorian Lounge is primarily a hall study lounge. Resigned in the renovation of 2015 and renovated to its current state in 2022 by Stedsman and Chicagoan, Chris Scott '18, the Gregorian, or Greg for short, is the "in-hall library" of Steds. Outfitted with the same furniture as in the swank Morris Inn and with the envy of every residence hall, an industrial Keurig coffee machine, the Greg is where the proverbial learning is happening at Steds. Suffice it to say, chatter, interruptions, and even high jinxes are kept to a minimum so as not to disturb the learning. Recently, Ben Schechter was spotted deep in thought in Greg. What was he pondering? Who knows because we didn't ask at the time. Later, when he was spotted in the hallway, we did ask. On being deep in thought in the Greg, Schechter, Steds freshman and resident Massachusettan, said, “While the casual observer might presume me wholly engrossed in the rich pursuit of Biology, the reality is that I am deeply occupied in this moment with feminist literature.”

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Mom's Weekend...

Distefano and Lofton: Back at it...

... continues! When life took Steds mom, Suzanne Lofton, mother of Kennan Lofton '22, from Honolulu, Hawaii, to Philadelphia, she could not pass up the opportunity to stop by and see a fellow Steds mom in New Jersey, Alison Distefano. Suzanne and Alison became friends in 2018 when their sons, Keenan and Luke, were both placed in the oldest and most storied residence hall, Steds. What did they do? Well, New York City, was beckoning, and so, Alison took Suzanne and hopped on a ferry to the City. Being her FIRST visit to the City, our Hawaiian mom was a bit overwhelmed by the smells, sounds, and size of it all. Suffice it to say, but a memorable time was had by all! On her visit to the Big Apple, Suzanne shared, "The Big Apple is certainly big, Notre Dame and Steds will always connect us. I truly believe that Mom‘s Weekend truly encouraged all mothers to get to know our son's friends and their moms, and what a blessing to have gained lifelong friendships like this."

To all current Steds moms, TODAY, marks the opening of registering for Mom's Weekend 2027. An email with a registration link was sent earlier this morning. If you did not receive one, then contact Fr. Ralph immediately... as we want you with us!

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... in NYC...

... enjoying the tastes...

... the shows...

... the Park...

... the iconic sights...

... sometimes from a different angle...

... and other sights!

The wait is...

Tate: Staying undefeated

... over! The bespoke Steds apparel line has arrived! Right when the weather became more fall like and temperatures dropped precipitously, becoming down right chilly in the mornings, the Steds fall apparel arrived. It couldn't have been better time, the Steds couture fall apparel line arrived so the Stedsmen could not only stay warm but also "rep" Steds about campus and beyond. On receiving being the first to pick up his fall bespoke and couture apparel, Tate Guyton, Steds freshman and resident Michigander, shared, "Just another reason fall at Notre Dame is undefeated.”

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Visionaries...

Hickey (L) and Greer (R) with Ed's food techs...

... in our times! Yes, visionaries of what food CAN be! That's what Evan Greer and Caden Hickey are being hailed as after launching a new food idea at Ed's. What is the new item now being offered up to fuel late night studying? Named in honor of Pope Leo XIV, the Papanini is a new panini of Italian beef, provolone, banana peppers, with an optional side of Dijon Mustard. From the creative minds of our managers to the hungry stomachs of Ed's patrons, the Papanini is a most welcome addition to the Ed's line up. How is it? Well, let's just say it has been given the proverbial two thumbs up. On the arrival of Papanini, Fr. Ralph Haag, CSC, Rector and occasion and loyal Ed's patron, shared, "It is a heavenly masterpiece only available at Ed's. So make your night at Ed's night every night!"

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... creating culinary art!

It's official...

The happy couple...

... they're married! With Fr. Ralph witnessing and the Steds family present, Gabriella "Gabby" Belsito '22 of St. Mary's and Alex Morrison '22 of Steds were married at St. John the Evangelist Church in Indianapolis, Indiana. It was a rainy day, but just before things got underway, the rain stop, the sun came out, and it was a perfect day for a wedding! Suffice it to say, it was a day filled with much emotion, tears of joy, and smiles. On Gabby joining the Steds family, Kyle Rubin, Stedsman, Steds Apparel designer, and groomsman, shared, "Finally! Absolutely elated to welcome Gabby to the Steds family. Two of the most genuine people I know, and it was an honor to be included in their special day!"

       Best wishes and congratulations to Gabby and Alex! 

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... exchanged their vows...

... and then celebrated with friends and family...

... and of course, the Steds Family!

Your Sunday picture...

Picture perfect

... from Notre Dame. Here is a view from the World Peace Prayer Plaza on St. Mary's Lake. With the setting sun and a Van Gogh sky, it is the perfect ending to a beautiful day at Notre Dame. Enjoy, and enjoy your Sunday wherever you may be!

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Saturday Squirrel.

Dictyoptera mantodea

With our squirrels taking a break, we focus our attention on another campus neighbor. Recently, passing by the Presbytery, this neighbor, a praying mantis, was spotted on the wall. Easily spotted against a white wall, this ambush predator would be most difficult to spot in the wild. On being spotted, this mantis non-verbaled, "Scram! You're drawing too much attention."

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