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Angeline meeting Pope Leo during her semester in Rome (Yes, she's actually shaking his hand!) Although…
Notre Dame Global showcases the research and professional impact of international learning
Each summer, Notre Dame Global’s study abroad office sends undergraduates to major global centers like Mexico City, Santiago, São Paulo, Rome, Nairobi, Beijing, Mumbai, Hong Kong, and Taiwan to get a head start on research and career opportunities. Under the banners of the Global…
Accompaniment, not answers: What I learned from working with entrepreneurs in South Africa and South Bend
As a Notre Dame student, Justin Hur worked with entrepreneurs through the Keough School’s McKenna Center. The experience taught him to see entrepreneurs as people with unique gifts and constraints, an outlook that changed how he approached his consulting work.
Notre Dame Global in Photos: September 2026
September saw Notre Dame students immersing themselves in cultural and academic experiences across the University's global network. In Santiago and London, cohorts engaged with local traditions through clay sculpting and Shakespearean theater workshops; in Dublin, scholars promoted sustainability…
Notre Dame Global in Photos: August 2026
August marked a season of arrivals across Notre Dame’s global network, as students began a semester of research, clinical learning, internships, and life in new cities. Rome welcomed 137 students across six unique programs, while send-off gatherings across Asia marked the next step for international…
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…
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…
ND student awarded competitive Freeman-ASIA scholarship for study abroad program in South Korea
This year, two Notre Dame students received a Freeman Award for Study in Asia (Freeman-ASIA), a national award that provides scholarships to U.S. undergraduate students to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia. The needs-based funding aims to assist the recipient with the cost of the study abroad…
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,…
Student reconnects with her roots during study abroad semester in Brazil
For all students, studying abroad provides the opportunity to explore a different part of the world, deepen their academic studies, and grow their global connections. For the lucky few, it’s also a chance to reconnect with loved ones. Anna Gonçalves’ parents moved to the United States from…
Notre Dame recognized as top producer of Gilman Scholars over program’s first 25 years
The University of Notre Dame has been recognized as a top producer of Gilman Scholars over the program’s first 25 years, ranking fifth among institutions with between 5,000 and 15,000 students. Notre Dame has had 283 Gilman Scholars since the U.S. Department of State-sponsored program was established in 2001, including...
Junior Veronica Bofah named 2026 Key into Public Service Scholar
University of Notre Dame junior Veronica Bofah, of Charlotte, North Carolina, is among 20 recipients of a 2026 Key into Public Service Scholarship from Phi Beta Kappa. Bofah is Notre Dame’s sixth Key into Public Service Scholar since the program was established in 2020.
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…
International partners boost peace agreement success, Notre Dame study finds
Peace agreements often fail during the critical implementation phase, but new research from Notre Dame's Peace Accords Matrix shows how policymakers and practitioners can address this challenge. The study, which underscores how international partners strengthen accords, can inform the work of frontline negotiators.
Why one study abroad program in Santiago wasn’t enough for this student
Annie during her summer program…
Statement from University President Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C., in support of Pope Leo XIV
“Pope Leo XIV continues to proclaim the Gospel of Christ by upholding human dignity and serving as a tireless advocate for peace. His message transcends partisan political divisions in this or any country and I’m deeply grateful for Pope Leo’s inspiring example. I ask members of the Notre Dame community...
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.…
Notre Dame Department of Theology ranked best in the world for second consecutive year
The University of Notre Dame has again been ranked as the world’s best theology, divinity, and religious studies program by the influential QS World University Rankings. This is the second…
The one thing you should know about Notre Dame São Paulo
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Women Who Inspire: Judy Hutchinson
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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…
Women Who Inspire: Nydia Morales-Soto
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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…
Nepal study abroad program leads to research opportunity with real-world impact
Last year marked the first year of the Nepal Summer: Sustainability and Energy Systems summer study abroad program. Like all study abroad programs, the program was intentionally designed to combine coursework with cultural immersion,…
Senior Emmanuel Uzobuife named 2026 Marshall Scholar
University of Notre Dame senior Emmanuel “Manny” Uzobuife has been named a 2026 Marshall Scholar. He is Notre Dame’s 12th Marshall Scholar overall and first since 2024.