On the weekend, Catherine Karrels, Steds mom of freshman, Matt, and Marylander, shared, "I loved everything about my first Steds mother-son weekend—it was such a joy to connect with the Steds guys and their wonderful moms while getting a glimpse into hall life and the incomparable Steds community. From time in the dorm and the excitement of the Bengal Bouts Finals to a fun welcome reception, formal dinner, world-class ice cream, after-parties, time at the Grotto, and beginning Holy Week together at Palm Sunday Mass, it was truly a ten out of ten! I left South Bend a little exhausted and already looking forward to April 2rd – 4th, 2027... the next Mom's Weekend! Special thanks to Zach, Fr. Ralph, and all the organizers-- and to all the Steds guys who were such fun, welcoming, and gentlemanly hosts!"