Friday, April 4

11:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.

To help ensure a smooth and enjoyable Rally for all, please refer to your personalized schedule and attend only the sessions for which you are registered.

11:00 – 11:45 a.m.

Master Class: God and the Good Life (students and parents/families)
Meghan Sullivan, the Wilsey Family College Professor of Philosophy and Director of the Notre Dame Ethics Initiative
In God and the Good Life, you'll explore the big questions about how to live a meaningful life: what justifies your beliefs, whether you should practice a religion, what sacrifices you should make for others, and more. You’ll learn what the greats like Plato, Aristotle, and Descartes have to say on issues like these, and get a glimpse at understanding what a good life can be.
DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, Leighton Concert Hall

Master Class: The Sustainability of Designed Objects (students)
Jason Carley, Assistant Professor of Design
In this design class, we will dive into understanding the relationship between the materials of modern production and their environmental impacts. Through a multifaceted lens, we'll examine industries such as fashion, electronics, furniture, construction, and packaging and learn how to employ various techniques for designing greener products.
DeBartolo Hall, Rm 129

Liberal Arts Scholarship and Research (parents/families)
Hear how Notre Dame encourages and supports student research and provides resources for them to pursue prestigious scholarships such as Fulbright, Rhodes, and more. You’ll hear directly from research support experts at the Flatley Center for Undergraduate Scholarly Engagement and the Institute for Scholarship in the Liberal Arts, as well as a current faculty member and undergraduate student.
McKenna Hall, Auditorium

Noon - 12:45 p.m.

Join us for lunch!
Joyce Center, Purcell Pavilion

1:00 - 1:45 p.m.

Master Class: The History of American Capitalism (students)
Korey Garibaldi, Associate Professor of American Studies
This class will examine a selection of historical images that highlight how "the American Dream" was celebrated in popular culture in the early-to-mid 20-century, including during the Great Depression. We will also consider and discuss a range of primary sources from this period that reflect hope for future generations.
Geddes Hall, Auditorium

Master Class: The Long-run Effects of Africa's Slave Trade (students)
Lakshmi Iyer, Professor of Economics
In this course, we will discuss quantitative research that examines how Africa's slave trades played an important part in shaping the continent's economic, cultural, and social outcomes.
Snite Research Center in the Visual Arts, Auditorium

Discover your path with Beyond the Dome (students)
Beyond the Dome director Jared Mrozinske and student board members
Wondering how studying the liberal arts can lead to a successful career? Through an interactive experience showcasing the College of Arts & Letters' career development program Beyond the Dome, participants will engage with student and alumni stories, explore the Great Hall at O'Shaughnessy, and see how studying what you love can impact the world.
O'Shaughnessy Hall, Great Hall

Insight to Arts and Letters Advising and Student Life (parents/families)
Nicholas Russo, Assistant Dean, Arts and Letters Office of Undergraduate Studies and current students
Hear from a panel comprised of an Arts and Letters advisor and current students, who will highlight the many paths your student can take in pursuing their interests while achieving their academic goals.
Hayes-Healy Center, Rm 127

Beyond the Books: Essential Resources for Student Success (parents/families)
College is a journey of discovery, and the right resources can unlock endless possibilities! Help your student make the most of their academic experience by joining our panel of expert subject librarians. They'll share insights on fascinating topics, showcase unique academic tools, and inspire a lifelong love of learning.
McKenna Hall, Auditorium

Departmental Open Houses (students and parents/families)
Explore and envision yourself in Arts and Letters classrooms and study spaces. Meet with faculty, staff, or students from a range of Arts and Letters majors at the following locations.

O'Shaughnessy Hall

Classics, Technology and Digital Studies Program, Gender Studies - 2nd Floor
Africana Studies, American Studies, Program of Liberal Studies - 3rd Floor

Jenkins Nanovic Halls

Political Science - 2nd Floor
Economics - 3rd Floor
Sociology - 4th Floor

Decio Faculty Hall

East Asian Languages and Cultures; German, Slavic, and Eurasian Studies - 1st Floor
English - 2nd Floor
Romance Languages and Literatures - 3rd Floor
History - 4th Floor

Malloy Hall

Philosophy, Theology - 1st Floor

Corbett Family Hall

Anthropology - 2nd Floor
Psychology - 3rd Floor

O'Neill Hall of Music

Music - 5th Floor

Hesburgh Library Open House (students and parents/families)
Visit the Hesburgh Library, Notre Dame’s primary library building that is most known for its "Word of Life" mural (often called "Touchdown Jesus"), large study rooms, and expansive resources. Hesburgh Library serves as a central hub for academic materials and scholarship, housing extensive collections, and facilitating research for the University community.
Hesburgh Library

Raclin Murphy Museum of Art Visit (parents/families only)
All are welcome to explore the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art, one of the University's newest resources for students. Be sure to stop by one of the museum's most unique spaces, the Mary, Queen of Families Chapel, for a conversation with museum staff about the connections between art, faith, and the museum's mission.
Raclin Murphy Museum of Art

2:15 - 3:00 p.m.

Master Class: Becoming a Force for Social Good (students)
Erin McDonnell, Notre Dame du Lac and Kellogg Associate Professor, and Terence McDonnell, Henkels Family Associate Professor of Sociology
In this course, Notre Dame students are empowered to become a force for social good by applying social scientific insights to real-world challenges. In this session, which focuses on the Catholic social teaching core principle of human dignity, you’ll learn the social science behind why human beings pursue recognition of their value or "status" from others. You’ll also explore what happens when people don't experience recognition of their value and learn to identify some surprising everyday ways in which we can give others the impression that we do (or do not) value them.
DeBartolo Hall, Rm 155

Master Class: Foundations of Theology (students of any intended college/major)
Rev. Kevin Grove, C.S.C., Associate Professor of Theology, 2024 Sheedy Award for Excellence in Teaching recipient
This course in theology is part of Notre Dame’s core curriculum and offers a critical study of the Bible and early Christian tradition. Following an introduction to the Old and New Testaments, students follow major post-biblical developments in Christian life and worship (e.g., liturgy, theology, doctrine, asceticism), emphasizing the first five centuries.
DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, Decio Theatre

The Life of an Arts and Letters Student (students)
This informal conversation will allow admitted students to engage with current A&L students, hear about their academic experiences, and learn about navigating student and campus life.
Hayes-Healy Center, Rm 127

Discover Your Path Beyond the Dome (parents/families)
Beyond the Dome director Jared Mrozinske and student board members
Wondering how studying the liberal arts can lead to a successful career? Through an interactive experience showcasing the College of Arts and Letters' career development program Beyond the Dome, participants will be able to engage with student and alumni stories, explore the Great Hall at O'Shaughnessy, and see how studying what you love can impact the world.
O'Shaughnessy Hall, Great Hall

Raclin Murphy Museum of Art Visit (students and parents/families)
All are welcome to explore the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art, one of the University's newest resources for students. Be sure to stop by one of the museum's most unique spaces, the Mary, Queen of Families Chapel, for a conversation with museum staff about the connections between art, faith, and the museum's mission.
Raclin Murphy Museum of Art

3:30 - 4:15 p.m.

Welcome to the College of Arts and Letters: Dean's Address and Panel Discussion (students and parents/families of any intended college/major)
Joyce Center, Purcell Pavilion

Welcome to the heart of intellectual exploration at the College of Arts and Letters. As you consider your academic journey, we invite you to hear from college leadership about how our motto, "Study everything. Do anything," is not just a phrase, but a lived reality. You’ll also hear directly from a current student and faculty about the value of the liberal arts in light of today’s AI evolution.