It was...

The Alumni are here...

... an evening of networking. Steds sophomores, juniors, and seniors had an opportunity to network with over twenty-five Steds Alumni in the familiar and relaxed environment of the private dining rooms of the Morris Inn. Coming from California to New York, San Diego to Chicago, and even Vegas, and representing various majors from history to aerospace, finance to computer science and everything else in between, the Gentlemen had the opportunity to engage their fellow Stedsmen, asking any and all questions about careers paths, internships, resume review, and advice... all those things that one cannot learn in the classroom nor receive from the Career Center. And all of this was timely because next week is the Fall Career Fair! On participating in the Gentlemen for Gentlemen: Networking with the Family, Dr. Cole Edwards '20, Steds alumnus and now resident Nevadian, said, "It’s always great coming back to campus, but it’s especially great meeting the next generation of Stedsmen and sharing some of things that we’ve learned since graduating. Anything for the kids!"

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... for the kids...

... networking with their Steds family.

Houston...

The old fire hydrant switcher-roo

... we have a problem. Yes, at the corner of Zahm and Keenan Halls, there is a fire hydrant; a fire hydrant that was in need of replacing. To replace this hydrant, which like Zahm Hall had become a safety issue, the water had to be turned off to Keenan, Zahm, AND Steds. Shut off promptly at 9am and despite the diligence of the maintenance workers, the water remained shut off well past Noon. When the water finally did come back on, there was much rejoicing. On the water being off for at least five hours, Owen Murphy, Steds freshman and resident Virginian, stated, "“ came to Notre Dame expecting many challenges, but I never imagined one of them would be finding water in my residence hall. A most serious inconvenience. Luckily, the Hesburgh reflecting pool offered a reprieve for my thirst.”

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Late, but...

Never looked better!

... not forgotten. Indeed, this posting is overdue, but thankfully, it wasn't forgotten. As Fr. Ralph is celebrating his twenty year of being the Steds Rector, former resident, RA, and resident Minnesotan, Andrew "Andy" Thomas '10, broke out his freshman welcome week shirt. Yes, that's right... that shirt is twenty years old. And like Fr. Ralph, the shirt is hiding its age well. On this rare wearing of vintage, bespoke Steds, Thomas said, "In honor of Move-In Weekend 2026, I had to break out my Frosh-O shirt from 20 years ago. Yes, 20 years ago. Have a great start to the year!"

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A special...

Peter and Emily were there...

... experience is loved by everyone but especially when it has to do with Notre Dame football. That is what Emily and Peter Raus '23 were treated to this past weekend when Notre Dame took on the Owls of Rice. Enjoying great weather, the Rauses also enjoyed, thanks to a friend who is the director of recruiting for football, pre-game field passes. Suffice it to say, it was amazing experience. On returning to campus, Steds, and now, the football field on game day, Raus shared, "Emily and I have watched Irish football in many austere locations—Chapel Hill, Los Angeles, Raleigh and Palo Alto—and despite all that, the old saying rings true, 'there’s no where quite like home!'"

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... and she can prove it too!

Your Sunday picture...

Look closely!

... from Notre Dame. Here's is an early, early morning view of the moon from the Rockne Memorial Gymnasium. And if you look close enough, the lower right, you can see the planet Saturn. Enjoy, and enjoy your Sunday wherever you may be! 

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Saturday Squirrel.

Taking a beach day

Even though Labor Day has past, drawing summer to a close and prohibiting the wearing of white until Memorial Day next, Notre Dame's St. Joe's Beach, next to the discharge pipe of the power plant, is finally open. And though it may have limited, limited hours of operations, that hasn't prevented our furry friends from taking advantage of sand, sun, and limited surf. Recently, this squirrel was spotted enjoying the beach after hours when no lifeguard was on duty. On being spotted making a mad dash to the water, this squirrel non-verbaled, "Surf's up!"

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We remember...

... 9/11. Today is the twenty-fifth anniversary of the attacks on World Trade Center. In remembrance, the flag of South Quad was at half staff and other events were held. On this day, let us remember who died as well as pray for peace.

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