Notre Dame International introduces two new faculty research grants for 2019-2020
Notre Dame International’s faculty research grant cycle is now open and more opportunities are available internationally for the 2019-2020 cycle. Two new grants have been created through generous University benefactors, including the Wine Family Beijing Global Gateway Research Grant Program…
Students invited to explore opportunities abroad during annual Study Abroad Week
Notre Dame International is hosting a series of events to help connect students with resources and information on study abroad opportunities around the world. Study Abroad Week kicks off Monday, September 9. Throughout the week, students are encouraged to participate in signature events, information sessions, and social opportunities.…
2019 study abroad photo contest now open
Hillary Alamene’s photo from the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem won first place win the 2018 photo contest Notre Dame International’s study abroad photo contest is now accepting submissions for the 2019 cycle. Undergraduate students are encouraged to share their study abroad experiences and stories through engaging and inspiring photos. The...
International students, scholars receive free tax assistance through collaborative program
Navigating the tax system is complicated enough for many people living in the United States, but it can be particularly complex for international students, scholars, and faculty. Swarnali Sharma had a difficult case after she filed as a J-1 Research Scholar from India. Sharma did everything right; she filed in...
Submissions for 2018 photo and video contest due January 31
DeMoe is standing at the top of Mt. Geraneia, which overlooks the Gulf of Corinth After a long day of hiking and getting lost, Dominique DeMoe eventually found her way to the top of Mount Geraneia in Greece. To her left, she could see the ancient city of Corinth, where...
Notre Dame, University of São Paulo collaboration continues with forum on freedom of speech
Freedom of speech is a relatively new concept in Brazil, guaranteed in the 1988 constitution after years of dictatorship. But it’s under attack in the country, mirroring an erosion throughout the rest of the world, according to journalists, human rights advocates and legal scholars who gathered Nov. 8 for the...
New Report: Notre Dame is #2 in the nation for study abroad participation
The University of Notre Dame’s commitment to internationalization continues to be recognized on a national level, as the University moves up in the rankings for study abroad participation. The Institute for International Education ranks Notre Dame second among doctorate-granting universities for undergraduate participation during 2016-2017.…
Notre Dame to bring Michiana organizations, Latin American entrepreneurs together for third year
The University of Notre Dame will welcome 14 new business and social entrepreneurs from across Latin America and the Caribbean for the 2018 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Professional Fellows Program.
Notre Dame partners with University of São Paulo for law conference
In October 2017, the University partnered with the University of São Paulo for a law conference on the theme of rule of law and anti-corruption. Faculty from the Notre Dame law school, Kellogg’s Institute for International Studies, and Department of Political Science participated in the event.…
Fr. Jenkins reflects: Our compass points south
In March 2016, Fr. John Jenkins, C.S.C. visited São Paulo to open the São Paulo Global Center (SPGC). It was part of a six-day trip to three South American countries in 2016 to help strengthen Notre Dame's presence in academic, Church, and government sectors. …
Jim Aviles, ’82, and Milena de Goes establish LL.M. fellowship for Brazilian students
On March 11, Notre Dame President Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., proudly announced a $1 million gift from 1982 alumnus Jim Aviles and Milena de Goes. The gift will support Brazilian students seeking an LL.M. degree from the Law School.
Notre Dame makes additions to Fellows and Board
A new Fellow of the University and eight new members of the Board of Trustees were elected at the spring meetings of the University of Notre Dame’s Board of Trustees on May 1 and 2. Five members of the Board also were elevated to emeritus status.
Brazilian Judge Sérgio Moro receives Notre Dame award
University of Notre Dame President Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., presented the Notre Dame Award to Brazilian Judge Sérgio Moro at a ceremony Oct. 2 (Monday) in São Paulo for his courageous efforts to preserve the “nation’s integrity through his steadfast, unbiased application of the law.”
Brazilian Judge Sérgio Moro to serve as Notre Dame’s 2018 Commencement speaker
Brazilian Judge Sérgio Moro will receive an honorary degree and serve as principal speaker at Notre Dame’s 173rd commencement ceremony May 20. Moro is a federal judge in the southern city of Curitiba who has gained international recognition and commendation in recent years for his sentencing of powerful Brazilian politicians and...