On Monday (4/17) at 4pm in 102 Hesburgh Library, there will be the Special Collections Lecture, with support from the Nanovic, titled: "Heinrich Jöst’s Warsaw Ghetto Photographs and the Challenges of Interpreting Holocaust Images" with Daniel H. Magilow. go.nd.edu/486a3b

Super fun performance of the Putnam Spelling Bee by our own Misericordia Players! They got me up there to spell a few words! Misericordia University

A big congratulations to Pam Munoz Ryan, our 2023 Regina Medalist! cathla.org/Main/Awards/Aw…

Saint Joseph High School will retire the Indians nickname at the end of the 2022-23 school year. Together, we will build a stronger, more united school community with a mascot that better reflects our mission and shared values. #WeAreSaintJoe

The process to identify a new mascot will launch in August. To learn more about our decision and next steps, please visit: saintjoehigh.com/alumni/nickname

We are thrilled to share that our Executive Director, Kyle B Roberts, has been elected an Honorary Fellow of the Massachusetts Historical Society: Massachusetts Historical Society. Congratulations, Kyle!

New on the blog, Tracy Bergstrom recaps this year’s American Library Association #ALAAC23, identifying key trends across sessions, from intellectual freedom to diversifying library collections. Read insights from the conference: sr.ithaka.org/blog/impressio…

60C is 140F.

For those who couldn't attend the amazing launch of "No Guilty Bystander: The Extraordinary Life of Bishop Thomas Gumbleton," the recording is available on the website of Sacred Heart Parish in Detroit. Such a privilege to spend time with him: sacredheartdetroit.com

Such an important investment that many will benefit from. washingtonpost.com/style/media/20…

Important issues. Inspiring voices. Thought-provoking resources. Bring the Commonweal conversation to your community with the Conversation Starter Series 2023-2024. Available for download at cwlmag.org/css

Annunciation House was founded 46 years ago today. These words from our founder, Ruben Garcia, are as apt today as they were when he wrote them for our 20th anniversary: (1/4)

Today, Dr. Allison Lamont, Chief Radiologist at Elkhart General Hospital, presented to our Anatomy and Physiology and PLTW Biomedical Science classes. She always wows us with her enthusiasm and knowledge. We’re privileged to have had such an inspiring woman of science join us!

Annunciation House will hold a press conference to address its position in response to the Texas Attorney General’s unprecedented assault. Details for press conference: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2024 11:00 AM CASA VIDES 325 LEON STREET EL PASO, TEXAS 79901 Full statement below:

Thank you, Bishop Mark J. Seitz , for standing in solidarity.

Calling all emerging writers: enter your work in Commonweal’s Short Fiction contest! The winner will receive $1,000 and publication in the magazine’s annual July/August fiction issue. See submission guidelines for details: cwlmag.org/fiction-prize

In the late forties, a young lady came into our shop, spent a few hours immersed in the books and left, empty handed. The following day, she was back, again immersed herself in the books and this time, bought two books. Our mother was intrigued by her and asked, /1

This is a post I never wanted to make. After 21 years our existence here on this property is threatened and we need help. Croutonia is such a special community. If anyone can save this farm it is YOU. I will post more later this evening and can answer and questions you may have.

First walk through the arch of (new) Graham Family Hall. #NotreDame

5 years ago this was me & my best friend. He was a clown & I was a Christmas Tree. 14 days later we both got shot at school…he was killed. I fight every day for him, & I voted for him. Please vote those you love & not those who want to hurt them. #HarrisWalz2024 #Iloveyou #Vote