Notre Dame Videos
- 12:42NDWorks Podcast: Where potential becomes purpose with Andrew Hoyt
In this episode of NDWorks Podcast, host Natalie Davis Miller sits down with Andrew Hoyt, executive director of the new Center for Academic Transformation and Excellence, or CATE. Hoyt talks to us about the offices within CATE and how they work together to support ND students.This episode of NDWorks Podcast was edited by Michael Wiens, with original music by Alex Mansour and additional music provided by Universal Production Music. - 2:01How AI is Helping Nonverbal People Communicate
How can artificial intelligence bridge the gap for nonverbal individuals and their caregivers?At the University of Notre Dame, Prof. Jarek Nabrzyski and his research team are developing Human-Centered AI technology designed to interpret nonverbal cues—such as facial expressions, body movements, and heart rate. Partnering with family caregivers like Ed Fennell, who has spent 19 years advocating for his granddaughter Haley, this project aims to create affordable, accessible AI tools that empower new caregivers with empathy and dignity.00:00 Ed and Haley’s story: The challenge of nonverbal communication 00:24 19 years of caregiving for someone with PIMD 00:35 Partnering with Notre Dame on AI research 00:54 Voice4PIMD: Augmentative and alternative communication technology 01:25 Supporting caregivers and continuity of care 01:48 Fighting for nonverbal communication | Notre DameLearn more about Prof. Nabrzyski's research: https://go.nd.edu/FFNonverbalCommunications#Notre Dame #AI #Accessibility #ArtificialIntelligence #AssistiveTechnology
What Would You Fight For?
- 2:01How AI is Helping Nonverbal People Communicate
How can artificial intelligence bridge the gap for nonverbal individuals and their caregivers?At the University of Notre Dame, Prof. Jarek Nabrzyski and his research team are developing Human-Centered AI technology designed to interpret nonverbal cues—such as facial expressions, body movements, and heart rate. Partnering with family caregivers like Ed Fennell, who has spent 19 years advocating for his granddaughter Haley, this project aims to create affordable, accessible AI tools that empower new caregivers with empathy and dignity.00:00 Ed and Haley’s story: The challenge of nonverbal communication 00:24 19 years of caregiving for someone with PIMD 00:35 Partnering with Notre Dame on AI research 00:54 Voice4PIMD: Augmentative and alternative communication technology 01:25 Supporting caregivers and continuity of care 01:48 Fighting for nonverbal communication | Notre DameLearn more about Prof. Nabrzyski's research: https://go.nd.edu/FFNonverbalCommunications#Notre Dame #AI #Accessibility #ArtificialIntelligence #AssistiveTechnology - 2:01Fighting for Community Regeneration
Gary, Indiana, is a city with deep roots and a powerful story of resilience. Once a thriving steel town, Gary has faced decades of economic decline—but today, community leaders and the University of Notre Dame’s School of Architecture are working together to rebuild its downtown and restore opportunity.Through Notre Dame’s Housing and Community Regeneration Initiative, the city is developing a plan to revive its downtown, honor its history, and create a stronger future for residents. With community input and thoughtful urban design, Gary is charting a path toward social and economic renewal.
