Notre Dame in 2024
As the University of Notre Dame stands on the threshold of its next bold iteration, we celebrate breakthroughs in research and the launch of key strategic initiatives in mental health, democracy, poverty, and more. We celebrated the start of a new era of leadership while making bold commitments to…
As the University of Notre Dame stands on the threshold of its next bold iteration, we celebrate breakthroughs in research and the launch of key strategic initiatives in mental health, democracy, poverty, and more. We celebrated the start of a new era of leadership while making bold commitments to increase affordability and access. Anchored by our mission to be a force for good in the world, Our Lady’s University stands poised to take on a new year. But first, we reflect.
Originally published by news.nd.edu on December 26, 2024.
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