The Observer (Notre Dame)

The Observer is a daily newspaper, both in print and online, created by students for the Notre Dame and Saint Mary’s communities. Established in 1966 by Notre Dame students, it is supported through advertising income and subscription fees from students at both universities. The Observer maintains its editorial independence from the administrations of Notre Dame and Saint Mary’s.

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A Notre Dame Democrat

2 months ago | ndsmcobserver.com | Jack Sirianni

As my time draws near to leave Notre Dame and my walks around campus grow more frequent, I am forever grateful for what this University has imparted to me. My worldview has been shaped by this school and what it calls us to be. I am a Democrat because of my time at Notre Dame and the ideal of being a "force for good."At Notre Dame, these are more than words. Rather, this challenge to be a force for good is one that was enshrined into our University’s very fiber at the beginning.
The joy of missing out: why I’m embracing JOMO

2 months ago | ndsmcobserver.com | Sophia Anderson

Being a transfer student feels a lot like being a freshman. Both come with a lot of pressure to fit in, to make friends and to prove that you made the right choice. To achieve these goals, throughout my first semester, I followed the age-old advice: never turn down an invitation. If someone asked me to study, I went; if a club was hosting a party, I RSVP’d yes.
The light on the Hill

2 months ago | ndsmcobserver.com | Jack Sirianni

Atop the dome of the United States Capitol, there is a small structure called the . Few know of its existence, but the little lamp it houses can be seen for miles across D.C. and, when lit, signifies that Congress is in session. This past Monday, I watched the lantern shine throughout the night from the sidewalk in front of my hotel.
Underqualified and overwhelmed: a message to the stressed-out student

Mar 25, 2025 | ndsmcobserver.com | Sophia Anderson

I have always thought that the spring semester feels much harder than the fall. My friends and I have come up with a lot of theories — we like to overload in the spring, we’re preparing to move out, we plan spring break vacations and we finalize summer plans. While the fall feels like living a new beginning, the spring is a time for planning for the future. The highlight of this planning, of course, is the summer internship (or job or class or study abroad or grad school prep or all of the above).
Animation at the Oscars, a diary - The Observer

Mar 5, 2025 | ndsmcobserver.com | Sheila-Marie Manyara

A full survey of the Oscars' animation nominees and reflection on the victors.
The all-nighter: advice from a student who has perfected it

Mar 4, 2025 | ndsmcobserver.com | Sophia Anderson

As I sit here writing this article, the clock on my phone reads 5:37 a.m. I am pulling an all-nighter for the fifth time this semester (not because of this article — I am only writing this paragraph tonight as a method of procrastination).
Hey Dems, just be American

Feb 27, 2025 | ndsmcobserver.com | Jack Sirianni

The President of the United States and the world’s richest man. This unlikely duo of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk has come to define the Republican Party and likely will continue to for years to come. After senior Trump advisor Elon Musk’s Nazi salute at the indoor Washington inauguration celebration, more top Republicans have followed in making this gesture.
Can Notre Dame students read?

Feb 19, 2025 | ndsmcobserver.com | Sophia Anderson

For me, and all my fellow readers around campus, this January meant not only the beginning of another semester, but the beginning of a brand new reading year. Reading as a hobby has undeniably become more and more popular among Gen Z.
University DEI website changes language following executive orders

Feb 12, 2025 | ndsmcobserver.com | Liam Kelly |Sophie Hanawalt

As President Donald Trump has taken action to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs in the federal and private sectors, colleges across the country, including Notre Dame, have adjusted language on their websites to remove some references to DEI initiatives. On Jan.
Don't invite Trump to speak at commencement

Feb 10, 2025 | ndsmcobserver.com | Aynslee Dellacca |Kathryn Muchnick |Gray Nocjar |Caroline Collins

We recognize the importance of intellectual discourse, both among the student body and within the editorial board at The Observer. A diversity of perspectives strengthens our work and challenges us to think critically. However, given the weight of the argument presented in last week’s “Invite Trump to speak at commencement” editorial and the significance of the topic, we believe it is important to clarify that the editorial does not speak for all of us at The Observer.