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Notre Dame Global in Photos: July 2026

July’s stories stretched from career-launching workdays to a night beneath the stars. Students wrapped summer placements with organizations in Ireland and Mexico, gaining experience and local perspective that can shape their next steps. In Beijing, a visit with business leaders offered insight into…
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Notre Dame Global in Photos: June 2026

From partnering with United States embassies and representing Notre Dame at international gatherings to performing music on a different continent, diving into local traditions, deepening academic partnerships, and exploring some of the world’s most iconic destinations, June was filled with experiences…
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In Memoriam: Trustee Emeritus Martin Naughton

Martin Naughton, a member of the University of Notre Dame’s Board of Trustees since 1999 and chairman emeritus of the supervisory board of the Irish manufacturing firm Glen Dimplex Group, died July 4. He was 87.
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Notre Dame Global in Photos: May 2026

From a rare tour above a significant sacred and historical site in Rome and a hike through a UNESCO World Heritage site in Mumbai, to beginning pre-professional practicums with leading organizations across Mexico and conferring an honorary Doctor of Law degree in the United Kingdom—learning, discovery,…
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Notre Dame Global in Photos: April 2026

In April, Notre Dame Global connected students, scholars, and partners across its international network through a wide range of academic, cultural, and community initiatives. In London and Dublin, lectures and symposia created space for thoughtful dialogue, while in Rome, music and scholarship came…
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Notre Dame Global in Photos: March 2026

March saw Notre Dame students, faculty, and partners make their mark around the world. Daniel Schwake, director of Notre Dame Jerusalem, spoke to the German Parliament on the experiences of Christians in the Middle East, while in Rome, leaders gathered to advance sustainability and planetary flourishing.…
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Notre Dame Global in Photos: February 2026

February offered a clear snapshot of the reach of Notre Dame’s global engagement. Alumni leaders gathered in Mexico to deepen connections across Latin America, while conversations and visits in Hong Kong and across India highlighted expanding opportunities for academic partnership. Students took part…
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Notre Dame Global in Photos: January 2026

From the winding streets of Rome to the vibrant neighborhoods of Puebla, Notre Dame students and faculty launched into 2026 with curiosity, creativity, and renewed energy. The Rome International Scholars wandered through the city's Garbatella neighborhood, discovering its rich history and distinctive…
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Notre Dame Global in Photos: December 2025

December offered opportunities for Notre Dame students, faculty, alumni, and staff to collaborate, explore, and reflect on the year’s accomplishments. From the premiere of Daniel O’Connell: The Emancipator and a new partnership with the Abbey Theatre in Dublin, to graduate research presentations…
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Notre Dame Global in Photos: October 2025

Across continents and conversations, October carried a spirit of discovery and connection for Notre Dame Global. From Rome’s sacred landmarks to new collaborations in Mexico City and the west of Ireland, the University’s global network came together in a shared pursuit of learning, creativity, and…
ND Dublin hosted an open house at O'Connell House on Culture Night, a one-day, nationwide celebration of Daniel O'Connell's 250th birthday. An older man in a pink blazer and glasses gestures at a podium. Behind him, a screen displays a portrait of a dark-haired man in an ornate gold frame. A green flag, large mirror, and window with trees are in the well-lit room.

Notre Dame Global in Photos: September 2025

From South Bend to São Paulo, Mumbai to Mexico City, September was a month of connection and discovery for Notre Dame Global. On campus, the University welcomed partners from 17 countries across six continents for its first-ever Global Partners Conference, sparking new ideas and friendships that will…
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Notre Dame Global in Photos: June 2025

From ancient wonders to cutting-edge research, Notre Dame students and faculty continued to make their mark around the world this June. In India, students explored the Taj Mahal, visited film studios, and experienced Mumbai’s rich culinary landscape. Across Nairobi, Beijing, Santiago, and São Paulo,…