Religion & Democracy ConferenceKEYNOTE ADDRESS "Dark Maritain: The Postliberal Alternative to Integralism" Speaker: Kevin Vallier, Professor of Philosophy, University of Toledo Abstract: Catholics and Christians increasingly explore anti-liberal politics. Yet many anti-liberal theories offer more rhetoric than substance. This paper examines Catholic postliberalism, seeking a more coherent version than currently offered. I propose to find an attractive postliberal Catholic politics in an unlikely place—the thought of Jacques Maritain. I develop Dark Maritainianism, which combines Maritain's principles of church–state relations with a clear-eyed assessment of how sin distorts moral knowledge in public life. Catholic integralism—a position that subordinates the state to Church authority based on the primacy of the spiritual—contrasts with Dark Maritainianism. My approach denies this subordination is necessary. Rather than pursuing distant ideals, Dark Maritainianism emphasizes incremental improvements through reforms guided by Catholic principles. For instance, in education policy, it would advocate reforms that allow public funding for diverse faith-based institutions while maintaining academic standards—honoring religious freedom and parental primacy while acknowledging the state's legitimate interest in forming capable citizens. Such reforms remain sensitive to social complexity and to the corrupting effects of sin on moral knowledge. Dark Maritainianism offers a more theoretically coherent and practically viable path forward for Catholic political engagement. It satisfies those exploring alternatives to liberalism through more theoretically satisfying and politically concrete solutions. Originally published at philreligion.nd.edu.

Who could forget the feeling of celebrating an Irish win with your closest friends in Notre Dame Stadium? Or the first time that lightbulb went off in class with your favorite professor? A walk around the lakes or a trip to the Grotto was always a welcome respite. And meals with your section mates were sacred — and always at the best dining hall. Recapture the magic of those moments at Reunion 2025, taking place the weekend of Thursday, May 29 through Sunday, June 1! Round up the crew and join us for an unforgettable weekend celebrating as a Notre Dame family. Whether you’re looking to pick up some new knowledge at a workshop, make a visit to all your old haunts, hear from University leaders about the future of Notre Dame, or simply catch up with your best friends over refreshments on the quad, Reunion 2025 has a little something for everyone.

Who could forget the feeling of celebrating an Irish win with your closest friends in Notre Dame Stadium? Or the first time that lightbulb went off in class with your favorite professor? A walk around the lakes or a trip to the Grotto was always a welcome respite. And meals with your section mates were sacred — and always at the best dining hall. Recapture the magic of those moments at Reunion 2025, taking place the weekend of Thursday, May 29 through Sunday, June 1! Round up the crew and join us for an unforgettable weekend celebrating as a Notre Dame family. Whether you’re looking to pick up some new knowledge at a workshop, make a visit to all your old haunts, hear from University leaders about the future of Notre Dame, or simply catch up with your best friends over refreshments on the quad, Reunion 2025 has a little something for everyone.

Who could forget the feeling of celebrating an Irish win with your closest friends in Notre Dame Stadium? Or the first time that lightbulb went off in class with your favorite professor? A walk around the lakes or a trip to the Grotto was always a welcome respite. And meals with your section mates were sacred — and always at the best dining hall. Recapture the magic of those moments at Reunion 2025, taking place the weekend of Thursday, May 29 through Sunday, June 1! Round up the crew and join us for an unforgettable weekend celebrating as a Notre Dame family. Whether you’re looking to pick up some new knowledge at a workshop, make a visit to all your old haunts, hear from University leaders about the future of Notre Dame, or simply catch up with your best friends over refreshments on the quad, Reunion 2025 has a little something for everyone.

Authors Charles Lamb and Elizabeth Hogan will explore the history and tradition of Notre Dame football through photography, including showing never-before-seen photos from Notre Dame Archives, during the book talk “Fighting Irish Football: Photographs from the Archives.” They will also explore how sports photography developed over time and will share their experiences working in the archives and compiling their book, Fighting Irish Football: The Notre Dame Tradition in Photographs. The event is free and open to the public and will also be featured as part of the Notre Dame Alumni Association’s Reunion Weekend programming. It is cohosted by the University of Notre Dame Press, Hesburgh Libraries, Cushwa Center, and the Alumni Club of St Joseph Valley. Books will be available for purchase at the event, and 10% of all proceeds from the day will be donated to the Alumni Club of St. Joseph Valley. Attendees who RSVP in advance will receive a free 75th anniversary pin from Notre Dame Press. To learn more or RSVP, visit undpress.nd.edu/reunion-weekend.

Who could forget the feeling of celebrating an Irish win with your closest friends in Notre Dame Stadium? Or the first time that lightbulb went off in class with your favorite professor? A walk around the lakes or a trip to the Grotto was always a welcome respite. And meals with your section mates were sacred — and always at the best dining hall. Recapture the magic of those moments at Reunion 2025, taking place the weekend of Thursday, May 29 through Sunday, June 1! Round up the crew and join us for an unforgettable weekend celebrating as a Notre Dame family. Whether you’re looking to pick up some new knowledge at a workshop, make a visit to all your old haunts, hear from University leaders about the future of Notre Dame, or simply catch up with your best friends over refreshments on the quad, Reunion 2025 has a little something for everyone.

Regístrese ahora El noveno informe comprensivo del Instituto Kroc, que cubre el período comprendido entre diciembre de 2023 y noviembre de 2024, ofrece un análisis cuantitativo y cualitativo del estado de la implementación del Acuerdo Final; presenta un análisis comparado internacional para enriquecer el diálogo alrededor de este proceso; y resalta los hitos alcanzados y los obstáculos encontrados durante el período de implementación. También identifica las oportunidades para avanzar en la implementación integral del Acuerdo Final. El Acuerdo Final le otorgó al Instituto Kroc la responsabilidad principal de dar apoyo técnico y hacer seguimiento a su implementación. En esa medida, a través de la Iniciativa Barómetro de la Matriz de Acuerdos de Paz (PAM), desde 2016 el Instituto Kroc ha monitoreado la implementación de 578 compromisos contenidos en el texto del Acuerdo Final, con una mirada especial a los enfoques transversales. Le extendemos una especial invitación para que nos acompañe en el lanzamiento del noveno informe comprensivo, cuyos hallazgos son el resultado del monitoreo a la implementación siguiendo los principios de independencia, imparcialidad y rigurosidad académica. Durante el webinar podrá conocer el estado de la implementación del Acuerdo Final, así como los avances, retos y oportunidades para fortalecer el proceso. Esperamos pueda acompañarnos y participar del lanzamiento. Regístrese ahora Originally published at kroc.nd.edu.

Register now The Kroc Institute’s ninth comprehensive report, covering the period from December 2023 through November 2024, provides a quantitative and qualitative overview of the status of the Colombian Peace Accord implementation; presents an international comparative analysis to enrich dialogue around this process; highlights milestones achieved and obstacles faced during the seven years since implementation began; and identifies key opportunities to advance efforts. The Colombian Peace Accord gives the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies primary responsibility for technical support and monitoring of accord implementation through the Peace Accords Matrix (PAM) and its Barometer Initiative. Understanding the Accord as an integral and comprehensive text, the Kroc Institute has monitored the implementation of 578 stipulations since 2016, with special attention to the implementation of intersectional approaches. Get a first look at the latest report, supported by independent, impartial, and academically rigorous data analysis. Join an interactive launch event that highlights its findings. Register now Originally published at kroc.nd.edu.