Pets and service animals are welcome to receive a blessing on Sunday, October 5th at 2:00 PM for the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi.  Fr. John Santone, C.S.C., will preside.   Originally published at cemetery.nd.edu.

East Asian Culture Day will feature cultural activities like various games and traditional arts such as calligraphy and painting. The primary aim of East Asian Culture Day is to immerse our students in the languages and cultures of China, Japan and Korea. It provides an opportunity for them to engage with peers and faculty from different language backgrounds. East Asian Culture Day has consistently demonstrated its value by promoting interactivity, fostering a multicultural understanding, and strengthening our community's ties. East Asian Culture Day is sponsored by: Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures Questions? Please reach out to yzhu8@nd.edu  Originally published at eastasian.nd.edu.

Free live music in the NEW Seitz Park. Enjoy live music in the heart of downtown on Sundays from 3 - 5 PM and on Thursdays from 6 - 8 PM. From soul and classic rock to Latin rhythms and more, each concert brings something new. Bring a blanket, some friends, and enjoy the summer vibes by the river. Schedule:17-Jul: Los Hermanos Bueno20-Jul: Pablos Revenge24-Jul: After Ours27-Jul: The Happy Campers31-Jul: JDM Band3-Aug: Justin Staublin Band7-Aug: Loose Associates10-Aug: Marriani14-Aug: Kennedy's Kitchen17-Aug: Out of Favors Boy21-Aug: PT and the Cruisers24-Aug: Shelly Cowling Quintet28-Aug: On the Lash31-Aug: Bluesman Ray Davis & The All Star Blue Band4-Sep: Alligator Blackbird7-Sep: Corey Ronnell11-Sep: The Erly14-Sep: City Sun https://www.visitsouthbend.com/event/seitz-park-concert-series/8003/

This workshop will help participants to understand the impact of students' prior knowledge on their learning, using current pedagogical research and frameworks. Attendees will spend time building an individualized toolkit for using both low-tech and high-tech classroom techniques for assessing prior knowledge.  Facilitators: Kyler Schubkegel, Graduate Associate, Kaneb Center for Teaching ExcellenceGelei Xu, Graduate Associate, Kaneb Center for Teaching Excellence

Looking for a group to crochet or knit with? All are welcome to join this group of needlework enthusiasts. -- https://sjcpl.libnet.info/event/14171070

Are you learning Irish on campus or would like to learn some Irish phrases? Join us in KNI's office suite, 3130 Jenkins Nanovic Halls for tea, biscuits, and conversation practice in Irish. Originally published at irishstudies.nd.edu.

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Visio Divina, or “sacred seeing,” is an ancient form of Christian prayer in which we allow our hearts and imaginations to prayerfully and meditatively enter into an image. Join the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art for guided sessions of visio divina with sacred art in the Mary, Queen of Families Chapel. This opportunity is a wonderful way to spiritually engage with this unique, art-filled space. Whether you are new to the practice of visio divina or a long-time devotee, all are welcome for a moment of peace, prayer, and meditation. Meet at the Welcome Desk on Level 1. Always free and open to all. Originally published at raclinmurphymuseum.nd.edu.

Andrew J. Medford Associate Professor in the School of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology As a faculty member, his group’s research lies at the intersection of catalysis and surface science, computational chemistry, and machine learning, and he has received several research awards, including the NSF CAREER Award and the Early Career Award from the ACS CATL division.2025 THIELE LECTURESHIP AWARDEESeminar Title: Machine learning in computational catalysis: from electronic structure theory to kinetic models Abstract: Heterogeneous catalysis is an inherently multi-scale process that ultimately connects the behavior of electrons to the global-scale production of chemicals. Understanding how these processes interact is a never-ending challenge, but recent research has shown that application of machine learning and artificial intelligence models is a promising strategy for discovery of novel catalytic materials and advancing fundamental insight at the interface between chemistry and physics. This talk will present progress in the application of machine learning from opposite ends of the multi-scale spectrum. At the scale of electrons, the talk will introduce the use of machine learning approaches to establish a new paradigm of exchange-correlation functional design that uses "multipole features" to provide flexibility between the solid-state and molecular electronic environments that arise in solid-gas/liquid interfaces of heterogeneous catalysis. At the scale of reactors, the use of "kinetics informed neural networks" will be presented as a route to directly analyze large volumes of transient kinetic and spectroscopic data to extract rate parameters that can help elucidate intrinsic kinetics and reaction mechanisms. The talk will demonstrate how these fundamentally different approaches have complementary strengths and weaknesses, indicating that a combination of methods will ultimately be required to understand the complex multi-scale processes involved in heterogeneous catalysis. Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering: Thiele Lecture Series

A collaborative effort between the University Counseling Center and Campus Ministry, Grief Dinner Parties are an opportunity to come together with other young people who "get it" as they have experienced meaningful loss in their life and are on the journey of grieving. Save the date for our dinner parties this year: September 9, October 7, November 4, February 4, March 4, and April 15 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.. Please RSVP here, or contact Jordan Jonson (UCC) or Mike Urbaniak (CM) for more information.

Do you watch movies or any type of show? If the answer is yes, and even if the answer is no, then please join as we discuss movies, shows, music, etc. There is no required viewing for this club.-- http://go.addtocalendar.com

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Fresh Check Day is a mental health fair designed just for college students. Think of it like a festival with a purpose! Instead of stuffy lectures, you'll find interactive booths, free food, music, and prizes. Each booth focuses on a different aspect of mental health, covering everything from stress management to building healthy friendships. It's a low-pressure way to learn about your mental well-being and connect with resources on campus and in the community. The goal? To show you that mental health matters, and it's totally okay to talk about it. It's all about checking in with yourself and your friends, because a little check-in can make a big difference.  Originally published at mcwell.nd.edu.

Headline after headline documents faculty concerns about student reading. Are students reading–and reading well? Do they still recognize the value of reading now that AI offers tools that would seemingly supplant traditional reading practices? Humanities faculty and teaching assistants are invited to participate in a workshop designed to present and gather ideas about how we can continue to develop the motivation, skill, and appreciation of reading in Notre Dame students. Bring your strategies for motivating and teaching reading, and your questions and concerns, to this interactive workshop on an essential skill. Facilitators:James Lang, Professor of the Practice, Kaneb Center for Teaching ExcellenceMelissa Scheve, Program Director for Teaching and Learning Initiatives, Kaneb Center for Teaching Excellence

Problems between mentorsand mentees often arise from misunderstandings about expectations.  This session is designed to provide scholarsthe knowledge and skills to: 1) effectively establish mutually beneficialexpectations; 2) clearly communicate expectations; and 3) align mentee andmentor expectations. Lunch Provided! Registration

Taste iconic Korean dishes and enjoy Korea’s culinary culture in every bite, catered by A Bite with Mee. About Korea Week 2025 The Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies and the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures proudly present Korea Week 2025, a vibrant celebration of Korean craftsmanship and language, marking the 579th anniversary of Hangul Day (Korean Alphabet Day). Join us for a dynamic week of events showcasing the beauty and excellence of Korean traditional arts and culture—including a live K-pop concert and a K-food truck featuring delicious Korean street food. Experience Korea’s past and present through music, food, art, and language! Korea Week 2025 is co-hosted by the Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies and Korean Cultural Center, Washington, D.C. This week is sponsored by the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures, the Browning Cinema at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, and the St. Joseph County Public Library.   Originally published at asia.nd.edu.

Join us for an evening of culture, conversation, and community as we explore the tastes and traditions of Ireland, South Korea, and Brazil. Our international presenters will share insights into their countries’ heritage, daily life, and unique customs while guiding us through some of their most beloved foods. Come hungry for knowledge—and maybe a new favorite dish—as we celebrate the diversity and richness of our global community.