Thursday, October 1, 2026

Moms' 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 to stop by and see a fellow Steds mom in New Jersey, Allison Distefano. Suzanne and Allison 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, Allison took Suzanne hopped on a ferry to the City. Being her FIRST visit to the City, our Hawaiian was a bit an overwhelmed the smell, sounds, and size of it all. Still, 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!

To hear this week's special installment of In the Red Room: Indianapolis Wedding Special on:

iTunes, click HERE.


Spotify, click HERE.


... in NYC...

... enjoying the tastes...

... the shows...

... the Park...

... the iconic sights...

... sometimes from a different angle...

... and other sights!