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  1. A man with glasses and a dark blazer stands slightly out of focus in front of a blurred poster depicting a religious figure.

    Catholic Social Teaching

    Catholic Social Doctrine: Taking Stock

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    Location: 138 DeBartolo Hall

    In this lecture, Professor Francis Russell Hittinger will examine how Catholic social teaching is not only an articulate defense of the dignity of the human person but perhaps more fundamentally an elucidation of the dignity of society. The remarks will draw upon Hittinger's recent book, On the Dignity of Society (The Catholic University of America Press). 
  2. A graphic advertising the name of a conference. The test reads "Ukrainian Studies Conference" and then the main title "Revolutions of Hope: Resilience and Recovery in Ukraine." The monogram for Notre Dame (ND) is seen in the corner and the logo of the Nanovic Institute for European Studies is at the bottom left. The background is blue with a cube pattern.

    Keynote Event

    Ukrainian Studies Hub Inaugural Conference

    (part of a series)

    Location: McKenna Conference Center

    The Ukrainian Studies Hub will host its first conference on March 6–8, 2025. This conference will feature academic discussions, lectures, and presentations centered around Ukraine and Ukrainian studies.
  4. A graphic advertising the name of a conference. The test reads "Ukrainian Studies Conference" and then the main title "Revolutions of Hope: Resilience and Recovery in Ukraine." The monogram for Notre Dame (ND) is seen in the corner and the logo of the Nanovic Institute for European Studies is at the bottom left. The background is blue with a cube pattern.

    Keynote Event

    Ukrainian Studies Hub Inaugural Conference

    (part of a series)

    Location: McKenna Conference Center

    The Ukrainian Studies Hub will host its first conference on March 6–8, 2025. This conference will feature academic discussions, lectures, and presentations centered around Ukraine and Ukrainian studies.
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    Catholic Social Teaching

    Keynote Event

    Spring On Purpose Retreat: Encountering Love and the Dignity of the Human Person

    Location: To Be Determined

    On Purpose is a program of immersive experiences that create space for students to engage in spiritual reflection and intellectual engagement that expands their moral imagination. Over Spring Break 2025, students will travel to learn and collaborate with partners who demonstrate profound commitments to human dignity in the face of serious challenges, demonstrating tangible love and care toward those on the social margins. These organizations are living examples of how best to wrestle with the question, "What do we owe each other?"
  6. A graphic advertising the name of a conference. The test reads "Ukrainian Studies Conference" and then the main title "Revolutions of Hope: Resilience and Recovery in Ukraine." The monogram for Notre Dame (ND) is seen in the corner and the logo of the Nanovic Institute for European Studies is at the bottom left. The background is blue with a cube pattern.

    Keynote Event

    Ukrainian Studies Hub Inaugural Conference

    (part of a series)

    Location: McKenna Conference Center

    The Ukrainian Studies Hub will host its first conference on March 6–8, 2025. This conference will feature academic discussions, lectures, and presentations centered around Ukraine and Ukrainian studies.
  7. Catholic Social Tradition Conference graphic

    Catholic Social Teaching

    Catholic Social Tradition Conference (Day 1 of 3)

    Location: McKenna Hall

    The 2025 Catholic Social Tradition conference will remember the 60th anniversary of two significant Vatican II texts, Gaudium et spes (Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World) and Dignitatis humanae (Declaration on Religious Freedom). Released on the final day of Vatican II, these texts together invited serious consideration of the role of the church and other religious communities in relation to the state.
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    Catholic Social Teaching

    Catholic Social Tradition Conference (Day 2 of 3)

    Location: McKenna Hall

    The 2025 Catholic Social Tradition conference will remember the 60th anniversary of two significant Vatican II texts, Gaudium et spes (Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World) and Dignitatis humanae (Declaration on Religious Freedom). Released on the final day of Vatican II, these texts together invited serious consideration of the role of the church and other religious communities in relation to the state.
  9. Catholic Social Tradition Conference graphic

    Catholic Social Teaching

    Catholic Social Tradition Conference (Day 3 of 3)

    Location: McKenna Hall

    The 2025 Catholic Social Tradition conference will remember the 60th anniversary of two significant Vatican II texts, Gaudium et spes (Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World) and Dignitatis humanae (Declaration on Religious Freedom). Released on the final day of Vatican II, these texts together invited serious consideration of the role of the church and other religious communities in relation to the state.
  10. The words "What do we owe each other?" and Notre Dame Forum 2024-25 appear on a green background. The University of Notre Dame logo also appears.

    Israel-Palestine Series

    Keynote Event

    Israel, Palestine, and Pressing Questions in International Law

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    Location: McCartan Courtroom, Eck Hall of Law

    International law plays a critical role in discourses around Israel-Palestine. What norms does it furnish concerning sovereignty, self-determination, human rights, and territory? When and how may military force be used? What avenues exist for enforcement and accountability? Join us for a wide-ranging conversation about the regional implications of these questions with experts in international law.
  11. Professor Danielle Allen stands outside in front of a yellow bush. She is wearing a navy blazer over a light blue collared shirt, and she is smiling at the camera.

    Election 2024

    Keynote Event

    Bringing Democracy Back from the Brink: A Strategic Vision and a Call to Action

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    Location: 215/216 McKenna Hall and Livestream

    Featuring Danielle Allen, James Bryant Conant University Professor, Harvard University; Director, Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation, Harvard Kennedy School Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation Lecture : Bringing Democracy Back from the Brink: A Strategic Vision and a Call to Action How do we repair our fractured democracy? Danielle Allen believes the path to health lies through re-building a supermajority of people—of all political ideologies—ready to work together to support constitutional democracy. In a time of increased polarization and weakening trust, it might seem impossible to create such a supermajority, but Allen will show us where and how we can build this supermajority, and why it is important.
  12. Flyer for the Notre Dame Forum event, "What do we owe our Veterans?" Symposium. It features a draped American flag, event details (March 28th, 8:30 am - 2:00 pm, Downes Club), and lists Admiral Christopher W. Grady as keynote speaker. Additional speakers include Denis McDonough, Angela Lowe, and Brian Nicholson. A QR code for registration is included.

    Symposium: What Do We Owe our Veterans?

    Location: Downs Ballroom

    Notre Dame Law School and the Military and Veteran Law Society will host a Symposium: What Do We Owe Our Veterans? on Friday, March 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The keynote address will be by Admiral Christopher Grady, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Other speakers will include Denis McDonough, former Secretary of Veterans Affairs; Angela Lowe, veterans disability attorney with Jan Dils, Attorney at Law; and Brian Nicholson, Department of Defense Cyber Program Director.