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Professor discusses musical controversy Alexander Blachly addresses debate over Tudor-era song’s release date and dedication during talk By MAX LANDER News Writer

Professor of musicology Alexander Blachly gave a lecture Monday in O’Neill Hall where he attempted to answer some questions surrounding a forty-voice motet, or short piece of sacred choral music, called “Spem in Alium” by Thomas Tallis. Though the piece is well-know — it recently appeared in the movie “Fifty Shades of Grey” — the motet’s actual release date, as well as the identity of the person for whom it was written, has long been a point of debate. Blachly said the piece was composed for Mary Tudor, the queen of England, in 1556. This conclusion goes against the consensus of other scholars, such as historical musicologist Richard Taruskin, who generally date the piece to 1573, during the

reign of English queen Elizabeth I. Blachly’s argument hinges on several points, mainly the significance of the text Tallis used in the composition and the overall sound of the piece. “Any attempt to answer questions about ‘Spem in Alium’s’ origin must take into account the symbolic nature of Tallis’s text, it must also account for the triumphant character of the music itself,” Blachly said. The actual text of “Spem in Alium” is derived from the apocryphal “Book of Judith,” which told the story of a widow who beheaded an Assyrian general and saved her besieged town. This is important to understanding the origin of Tallis’ motet because the story of Judith was popular during the period in question and because see TUDOR PAGE 4

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Alexander Blachly, professor of musicology at Notre Dame, speaks at a lecture Monday at O’Neill Hall. Blachly elaborated on several controversies surrounding the 16th century choral song “Spem in Alium.”

Saint Mary’s club aims to foster interfaith dialogue By MARIA LEONTARAS and KELLY BURKE Associate Saint Mary’s Editor and News Writer

This semester, students at Saint Mary’s College will be able to join a new club called Better Together that is focused on promoting interfaith dialogue throughout campus. Sophomore Jackie Rojas, secretary of Better Together, said the goal of this club is to demonstrate how people with different perspectives and religious traditions can work together to better the community as a whole. Rojas further explained that the club will strive to make the campus community more welcoming for students who come from different religious traditions. “Before coming to Saint Mary’s, I really didn’t know a lot about other religious traditions or other worldviews,” Rojas said. “As a Hispanic student I know how it feels to feel underrepresented so I don’t want people of other backgrounds to feel that way.”

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The co-presidents, juniors Sophie McDevitt and Gabby Haff, interned for Professor Anita Houck of the Religious Studies department last semester. McDevitt and Haff helped to organize an interfaith conference that inspired the creation of this new club. McDevitt explained that the interfaith conference helped inspire the framework for the new club. “After the conference we talked about what we wanted our next steps to be. How do we want to increase interfaith dialogue on campus?,” she said. The next steps, McDevitt said, consisted of integrating aspects from the conference into a group of students who would meet regularly. Aspects of the club’s work in this regard include visiting different places of worship, holding panels with various religious leaders, and open discussion nights. “We are saying interfaith dialogue instead of inter-religious dialogue because we want people to realize that you don’t have

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to have any religious affiliation to come,” McDevitt said. Rojas said the club’s plans for this semester include exploring members’ own experiences and studying different faith communities in the South Bend area. “We want to have different events where we get together to talk about our own stories in interfaith and also visit different communities or temples or places of worship,” she said. “We also want to work with the women’s interfaith dialogue group in South Bend to work with the outside community and try to increase awareness for the importance of interfaith dialogue.” McDevitt extended an open invitation to anyone who might be interested in joining the club. “We do have some open positions on our board if anyone is interested in joining our new club,” she said. Contact Maria Leontaras at mleontaras01@saintmarys.edu and Kelly Burke at kburke01@saintmarys.edu

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Student reflects on internship By COLLEEN FISCHER News Writer

Junior Elizabeth Ferry worked as an archives and curation intern at the National Comedy Center during this past summer. At this internship, Ferry’s duties included three roles — working at the center’s Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum, working for the National Comedy Center itself and helping with the Lucille Ball Comedy Fest, or “Lucy Fest.” “[The National Comedy Center] is the first American Institution solely dedicated to the art of comedy,” Ferry said. “We were preparing for the grand opening.” Lucy Fest allowed Ferry to establish new connections and realize the completion of her work, she said. “I got to meet hardcore Lucy and comedy fans from all over the country, and I also got to meet the comedians and family members from the items I curated,” she said. “They were standing in front of them. It was cool.” Ferry said comedy is often ignored as an art form. While

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classical versions of art are given large budgets and countless ways to preserve their history, The Nation Comedy Center is alone in its focus on comedy. “[The creation of the comedy museum] has never been done before,” Ferry said. “No one has given a space for comedy, because comedy isn’t taken seriously. We have art museums and big symphonies. Comedy is looked down upon but it is a serious art form and a societal tool.” Ferry found out about the internship while she was looking for museum jobs on Google and applied. “I thought it was going to be a longshot,” she said. “But I got it” Saint Mary’s helped Ferry secure this opportunity, she said. “I got a grant from the Career Crossing Office. Without that, I wouldn’t have been able to go,” Ferry said. “They helped me with my resume and all other resources that Saint Mary’s gave us were instrumental.” Ferry explained that she is see COMEDY PAGE 3

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The Band of the Fighting Irish performs in Notre Dame Stadium before the football team took on the Michigan Wolverines on Sept. 1. The Irish defeated the Wolverines 24-17 in the season opener and the first game the rival teams have played since 2014.

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STUDENT SENATE

Group elects chairpersons, backs amendment By CLAIRE RAFFORD News Writer

Notre Dame’s student senate convened for their weekly meeting Monday evening in Duncan Student Center, a change from last week’s meeting location in the Lafortune Student Center Ballroom. The meeting began with a presentation on parliamentary procedure from sophomore Halena Hadi, a Student Union parliamentarian. Hadi said parliamentary procedure was important for the senate to function properly. “We use this to preserve your [senate participants] rights as members so that you can represent your constituents effectively, and so that you have the majority rule but to also protect the minority and their ability to be heard,” Hadi said. In her presentation, Hadi

addressed the different aspects and parts of the parliamentary process and how they relate to senate proceedings specifically. Some of the items reviewed were the meeting agenda and process, types of motions, importance of attendance, and the right of senators and senate members to add items to the meeting agenda. Hadi also said voting was key in the senate. “Voting is very important and we ask that you all do it, because that’s why you’re here is to vote, to represent your dorms and the other organizations you belong to,” Hadi said. “Always remember to second, always remember to communicate with your constituency, let them know what’s happening and get their feedback and bring that forth when you’re voting.” The senate also elected committee chairpersons during Monday’s

meeting. After the committees conferred amongst themselves, the nominations were brought to the senate floor. Senator Zachary Spitzer, a junior representing Dunne Hall, was elected the chair of the Residence Life committee; senator Daniel Rottenborn, a sophomore representing Alumni Hall, was elected as the chair of the Sustainability committee; senator Andrew Seketa, a sophomore representing Zahm House was elected the chair of the Student Finances committee; and senator Bailey Baumbick, a sophomore representing Cavanaugh Hall, was elected the chair of the Student Wellness and Safety Committee. All of the nominations were unanimous. In addition to these elections, the senate also elected senators Mark Spretnjak, a junior from Sorin

College; Erin Hiestand, a sophomore from Ryan Hall; and Lindsay McCray a junior from Welsh Family Hall, to be the senate representatives at Campus Life Council, an assembly of faculty and staff that discusses important issues such as student and residence life, for the following school year. The senate also voted on a constitutional amendment regarding the ability to have a permanent proxy for senior Samantha Scaglione, the president of Club Coordination Council (CCC). Student body vice president Corey Gayheart said the CCC had to hold their meetings at the same time as senate meetings because of CCC members’ academic commitments. The conflict will prevent Scaglione from attending senate meetings, so Gayheart and Scaglione proposed the solution of a permanent proxy for the

CCC president, which was brought to the senate floor in the form of an amendment. This amendment will apply only to the CCC and most likely be removed from the constitution once a more permanent solution is reached. The proxy for the CCC president, senior Margaret Meserve, was appointed by Scaglione and will vote using a form that Scaglione will fill out instructing her how to vote prior to each senate meeting. Most senate members were in favor of the change. “If CCC is okay with it and they have thought about it and they have talked about it, then I don’t see a problem with it,” McCray said. The senate approved the proposed amendment. Contact Claire Rafford at crafford@nd.edu

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dedicated to the preservation of the history of comedy in both stand-up and television form. “Comedy has always been a part of the human experience. Humans love humor,” Ferry said. Ferry’s focus on curation allowed her access to items from throughout television comedy history. Her favorite items included Lindsey Lohan’s dress from “Mean Girls,” campaign materials from “Parks and Recreation,” Jim‘s “Dundie” from “The Office” and Charlie Chaplin’s cane. “We were very fortunate to get a wide range of artifacts there really was something for everybody,” Ferry said. “I would sit in this room full of things from the lives of these incredible people that helped set the stage for stand-up right now and what we are able to do with it. I mean I love stand-up ... I think it’s an incredible tool in society for getting your voice out.” Ferry also spoke about how comedy’s effect on societal change. She used the example of comedian Lenny Bruce, who was active in the 1950s and was arrested for obscenity charges and served a major figure in first amendment rights issues involving comedy due to his routines. He was posthumously pardoned of all charges. “Lenny Bruce is a perfect example for why we need to take comedy seriously,” Ferry said. “He is an example of how comedy can change American life.” Ferry said she believes comedy is a critical form of expression. “Comedians are an integral part of the American framework,” she said. “Comedy itself challenges us to look at the world around us.” Contact Colleen Fischer at cfischer01@saintmarys.edu

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of its relation to Mary Tudor. Due to the circumstances surrounding her accession to the throne — she executed the John Dudley for conspiring to put her predecessor Jane Grey on the throne. Because of this, Mary Tudor was hailed by her supporters as a “new Judith”, Blachly said, due to the thematic similarities between the two events. Mary Tudor’s reputation as the “new Judith” was well known by herself and among her people, Blachly explained. “Mary saw to it that notion of herself as a new Judith was propagated and widely disseminated” he said. This piece of information seems to support the argument that the“Spem in Alium” was written for Mary Tudor in 1556 rather than for Elizabeth I, Blachly said. As the use of a text that tells the story of Judith would help reinforce and support the idea of Mary Tudor as the “new Judith”. Another central point in Blachly’s argument was that Mary Tudor, unlike her Anglican sister and successor Elizabeth I, was Roman Catholic. She fought against the Protestant Reformation and supported the Catholic values and traditions that existed before her father, Henry VIII, broke off from the Catholic Church. This detail is important because of the

differences at the time between Anglican and Catholic sacred music. “The Archbishop of Canterbury imposed a radical new vision of sacred,” Blachly said. “He declared that music for the Anglican Church would henceforth be of the utmost simplicity, one note per syllable.” “Spem In Alium”, Blachly said,

has a jubilant sound that seems far more Catholic in its tradition than Anglican. “Tallis’s ‘Spem In Alium’ reflects the old religion of Henry VII, that his granddaughter Mary Tudor strove to restore,” Blachly said. Blachly said this point seems to support the argument that the“Spem In Alium” was originally

composed with the Catholic Mary Tudor in mind, rather than the Anglican Elizabeth I. However, Blachly said it appears Mary Tudor never heard “Spem In Alium” before her death in 1558, even though she was the intended recipient. Citing surviving written accounts of the personal lives of English benefactors who funded

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the piece, Blachly said these accounts seem to point to August of 1559 being the month and year the piece was first played for the newly crowned Elizabeth I, which is still years early than what previous scholars have surmised. Contact Max Lander at mlander1@nd.edu

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By TAJAE THOMPSON Scene Writer

“When raindrops fell, down from the sky / The day you left me, an angel cried.” These tantalizing lyrics, from “raindrops (an angel cried),” open Ariana Grande’s fourth full-length album entitled “Sweetener.” The long-awaited album had fans clinging onto every teaser since Grande’s last album, “Dangerous Woman,” was released in May of 2016. “Sweetener” contains 15 songs with features from artists such as Nicki Minaj and Pharrell Williams. Notable tracks include “no tears left to cry,” “god is a woman” and the highly anticipated “pete davidson.” Grande kept the media’s attention through the promotion of her album via Instagram and Twitter where she would interact with fans and provide subtle hints about the album. For instance, on August 10 Grande posted a video on Twitter of her listening to “R.E.M” with the caption “one week :).” This influx of Twitter interactions kept the media on their toes in anticipation for Grande’s fourth album. Expectations were high as to whether Ariana could deliver with her fourth album, but I can confidently say she exceeded expectations. Grande saw success through the early release of “no tears left to cry” and the highly controversial “God is a woman.” The first release, “no tears left to cry,” begins with a slower tempo and showcases Ariana’s vocals — however, it picks up and quickly turns into an upbeat track with hints of the ‘90s pop that she is known for. Listening to the song “successful,” I felt as if I was listening to the “Uptown Girl” soundtrack. This was

By DESSI GOMEZ Scene Writer

Readers of Jenny Han’s trilogy of books — “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before,” “P.S. I Still Love You” and “Always and Forever Lara Jean” — have looked forward to the movie adaptation of the first book since Han’s announcement in July 2017. Netflix acquired the rights to the book in March 2018 and the film was released August 17. In “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before,” a talented cast brings the story to life. Lana Condor, as the main character Lara Jean Covey, conveys the daydreaming look and aloof attitude that characterizes Lara Jean through her thoughts and whims. She also captures Lara Jean’s many quirks. These quirks bring her back to earth. Noah Centineo skillfully portrays Peter Kavinsky’s transition from clueless and confident jock to sweet, sentimental boyfriend. Israel Broussard deftly plays Josh, the cute and quiet boy next door while Janel Parrish creates an accurate personage for Margot Covey as the somewhat uptight and very responsible oldest sister. Anna Cathcart conjures the frenetic energy that makes youngest sister Kitty loveable and annoying at the same time. Her mix of sass and sweetness brightens the film, eliminating any dull moments. Madeleine Arthur animates Chris, Laura Jean’s best friend, with her bright blue eyes and keen awareness. Though she exhibits Chris’ truancy and attitude toward Gen, a best-friend-turned-enemy, she seems a bit less harsh and cold as the Chris in Han’s trilogy. Emiljah Baranac

in stark contrast to her previous album, “Dangerous Woman,” that had a more alternative rhythm and blues vibe. The diversity that Grande is able to display on “Sweetener” is fantastic. Another song on the album in which Grande introduces an innovative sound is “get well soon.” Its ‘90s R&B element is accented by her falsettos, reminiscent of Mariah Carey. It reminds of my childhood, when I would listen to my mom’s old CDs in the car. Grande is able to fuse sounds from different genres from the past 20 years and create a unique sound that I have not heard before. Probably the most popular release of the album, “God is a woman” includes a pop beat and stellar vocals from Grande. With lyrics like, “I tell you all the things you should know / So baby, take my hands, save your soul,” listeners are transported to another realm. Grande was able to put her listeners into a dream-like trance with the peaceful rhythm of “R.E.M,” which contains a chorus sampled from Beyonce. While the chorus was kept the same, Grande did put an excellent spin on the rest of the song. Although fans were excited for the whole album, public intrigue ensued in particular over the song “pete davidson.” Ariana Grande officially confirmed that she was in a relationship with the “Saturday Night Live” comedian Pete Davidson on May 30 via a later deleted Instagram post — however, they had been rumored together since the beginning of the month. It was an even bigger shock to the public when Davidson officially confirmed their engagement on June 20 on “The Tonight Show.” The two have been on a whirlwind romance and the track “pete davidson” showcases

how happy Grande with Davidson in her life. While the song is only one minute and thirteen seconds long, she is able to express the emotions that she needs to. The simplicity of the lyrics make the song raw and heartfelt. Towards the end of the song, she repeats the line “I’ma be happy, happy,” an indication of her optimistic attitude. While the album is filled with great songs, some were met with criticism, such as “the light is coming,” which features Nicki Minaj. The track does have an awkward flow when it comes to the lyrics and the beat, and there is also an ominous voice yelling obscure phrases. In all, “Sweetener” was a solid album. Ariana Grande was able to solidify her position as one of the best artists of the decade. While there are awkward aspects to the album, it is still very good and it has definitely made it onto my Spotify playlist.

perfects Gen’s death stare, manipulation and arrogance. Trezzo Mahoro infuses Lucas’ character with a balance of flamboyance and wisdom that causes viewers to strongly support his newfound friendship with Lara Jean. John Corbett has mastered the father role in several movies, such as “Ramona and Beezus,” so it is no surprise that he proves a necessary addition to this film as Dr. Covey, father of Margot, Lara Jean and Kitty. Lara Jean’s voiceover narration of the movie brings viewers up to speed with her past and the background of the other characters. Though she may have her head in the clouds at times, her calm and collected narration shows that she is very observant and grounded. The pauses in action that accompany the first appearance of each character allow her to fully introduce them without losing the viewers in the plot or action of the movie. Her short and sweet descriptions hint at the humor that permeates this romantic comedy. Aesthetic touches unite the movie in terms of visual presentation. Lara Jean’s room reflects her personality. It envelops viewers, allowing them to catch a glimpse of Lara Jean’s whimsical world. It provides the perfect place for Lara Jean to take refuge. The Van Gogh-esque blue walls combined with plush carpets, stuffed bookshelves and a dream board over her desk create a comfortable and homey atmosphere. With a room like hers, it is understandable that she doesn’t feel the need to go out much. Lara Jean’s style emphasizes her ability to pull things together — at least on the outside. Throughout the movie, her outfits always contain at least one statement

piece of bright color or detailed design. Certain scenes weave together pleasing color schemes. These color schemes are most notable in the moment Laura Jean flees Josh’s first attempt at confronting her since receiving his letter. She rolls off her roof, grabs her sparkly blue bike and books it to the Corner Café. As she parks her bike, the blues, reds and whites in Laura Jean’s sweater are echoed in the Corner Café sign, making for a compelling and beautiful cinematic shot. The soundtrack, which includes Blood Orange, Twinsmith and Wild Nothing, definitely complements this film. Lauv’s song “I Like Me Better” corresponds with the excitement and anticipation of the high school ski trip. It creates an optimistic and hopeful energy for the fun times ahead. “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” by Tears for Fears is a great choice for the exchange between Lara Jean and her dad at the Corner Café. Its mellow rhythm and smooth melody echo the comfort and peace that family members bring to each other. The nostalgia that it adds to Dr. Covey’s reminiscence about his late wife is both bittersweet and heartwarming. All told, the ending of “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” is well worth the wait. Everything comes together after all of the ups and downs and twists and turns of the plot. And, in an intriguing move, the movie’s writers left the ending wide open in terms of the possibility of a sequel — a prospect desired by readers and non-readers alike.

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The importance of work environments Anna Mason Photographer

This summer, I had an internship at Herman Miller in the People Services Department. While I learned a lot of about the kind of work that goes on in my department, I learned even more about how important work environments are. I have had a variety of jobs over the years but I have never been somewhere with more concern for the well-being of the people. As an intern, I felt as though I was doing real work that mattered. I wasn’t just doing busy work. Multiple executives, including the CEO, had coffee with interns to answer questions we had about his/her path or the company. Even small details — such as desks — stood out to me. They had standing desks, so people could stand or sit to avoid back problems. Herman Miller is a furniture company, so the whole building was covered with beautiful modern furniture everywhere. If I ever commented on how beautiful or comfortable something was, someone almost always could reply with the type of product and the fabric details. This showed people had passion for what they were doing or working with. Herman Miller is also a company that not only knows their values but lives them out every day. The people who worked there were some of the kindest and most helpful people I’ve met. I was in an environment where I could hear someone’s name and message them to meet to hear about their job. Even with their busy schedules, people were willing to give advice and an overview about their job. The openness and passion these people shared made me aspire to be in a company where people seem to enjoy their job and the people they work with so much. Their team is dedicated to the inclusiveness and diversity of people. After speaking to some people on this team, I was so impressed with all the efforts people are making to be inclusive. Things like posting jobs on only certain platforms limits people who do not have access to those platforms. Offering unpaid internships limits people who may need a paid internship or a paying job to help put them through college. There is a strong desire for everyone to feel as though they are part of a family. I also have never been at a company with such a clear desire to help the environment. There were no trash cans by the desks, and the trash was always accompanied by recycle bins specifying what can be recycled. From the paint on the products to the documents shredded, everything that could be recycled was to my knowledge. After this summer, I know that doing what I enjoy is important. Doing my job in an environment that values employees made me realize the work environment is even more important. A work environment that makes the employees happy usually produces more efficient employees because they feel valued. Being comfortable and encouraged in a work environment is a necessity for my future job as it should be for many other people. Contact Anna Mason at amason01@saintmarys.edu The views expressed in the Inside Column are those of the author and not necessarily those of The Observer.

Diversity Council welcome Executive Board Diversity Council

Dear students, faculty and other members of our community, Like several before us, Diversity Council would like to take the opportunity of a new school year to extend a warm welcome to all, both those new and returning. Every August presents a time for renewal and, as you finish your second week of classes, we hope that you can join us in recommitting to a year of inclusion, allyship and intersectionality together with all of those in communion with us. Many of you, especially the first years, may not know what Diversity Council is, or know of the work we do. Diversity Council is a body of representatives from numerous cultural clubs and underrepresented groups on campus; our diversity includes — but is not limited to — race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status and sexual orientation. We serve as a voice (although not the only one!) for marginalized students, and we often act as a focus group for issues that our members may have a special perspective on, such as the housing policy change, Walk the Walk Week or general campus climate. Diversity Council holds seats in several other capacities, including Student Senate and the Campus Life Council, and these positions are crucial as diverse students are critically absent from Notre Dame student leadership, even considering the poor numbers on diversity that we already have. Despite our presence in various organizations, Diversity Council is still relatively unknown on campus and, for that, we take responsibility. Although our mission is to represent and empower those who lack a voice or platform at Notre Dame, we have not taken a strong enough stance in recent years to advocate for necessary change in our community. Thus, like we have invited you to do, Diversity Council will be taking advantage of this new school year to reaffirm our commitment to the student body. To this end, we will be working on several projects that we hope you will support in order to create a more welcoming and inclusive environment. Our first round of projects is simply an initial step, and as Diversity Council gains momentum, we anticipate crafting new ideas based on your feedback and suggestions. For now, however, we will begin with a few enterprises. One goal is to organize communication with the multicultural commissioners in each hall, and ensure that they are equipped with the resources and information they need to foster a positive residential life for everyone. A second committee will work on connecting clubs within Diversity Council and increasing their involvement with each other. The hope is to raise interest, support and ultimately develop meaningful relationships for a stronger, more collaborative diversity community. Simultaneously, a third project will work to improve SpeakUp, which is Notre Dame’s online reporting system to report concerns

of discrimination, harassment, sexual assault and other issues. By increasing awareness about this resource and making it more user-friendly, we hope SpeakUp will help our campus grow more inclusive and welcoming. If you are interested in discussing these projects, our future plans or project proposals of your own, we highly encourage you to contact us, and we would love to work with anyone on campus committed to creating a better community for all. Additionally, we would like to emphasize to both students and faculty that Diversity Council is a tool and a resource for Notre Dame, so we ask that you make use of us. There are oftentimes classes or groups that discuss how to assist communities in need, but they do so without the input of the demographic in question. In order to give others the platform they deserve, please reach out to us or our affiliate organizations to arrange a student speaker, workshop or anything else that would enrich understanding and communication. In true Notre Dame spirit, let us seek to ‘work with,’ rather than ‘work for,’ each other. Finally, we would like to conclude by stating that the students whom Diversity Council represents cannot be simply classified and set aside as ‘diverse students.’ We are all equally Notre Dame students, and most importantly, we are all equally human beings. All human beings, regardless of presumed success, education, ethnicity or legal status, deserve the utmost dignity and respect. We pray that we, as a community, can keep that dignity and respect in mind as we move forward through the school year. As we are called to do, let us act with love, generosity and truth to all as valued members of Notre Dame family. Regards, The Diversity Council Executive Board Alyssa Ngo senior Kaleem Minor junior Vaishali Nayak junior Casey Raymond senior Aug. 31 The Diversity Council of Notre Dame advocates for awareness, understanding and acceptance on issues of race, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status and other intersectional identities in the Notre Dame community. The viewpoints expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Diversity Council, but are the individual opinions of the author. You can contact Diversity Council at diversnd@nd.edu The views expressed in this column are those of the author and not necessarily those of The Observer.

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Have you ever been to the Bronx? Patrick McKelvey With the Current

Jeffrey Murphy’s recent column for The Observer, entitled “The statistics on Dreamers are a nightmare,” sparked a controversy at Notre Dame. A number of columns in response to his have already been published. Most have criticized Murphy’s sources and his use of statistics. These columns have, in turn, cited their own sources and statistics. This research and these debates are of great value. But, truthfully, I don’t know enough about it — and I certainly don’t understand all of it. Perhaps enough has been said of recent in The Observer on DACA and immigration. But I’m going to make a different argument, one about the northernmost borough of New York City. Have you ever been to the Bronx? I know you’ve been to Manhattan; I’m not here to talk about Manhattan. Have you been to Yankee Stadium, or the Bronx Zoo? Have you toured Fordham University? Did you ever take the four express train north from Grand Central? Because if you did any of these things, you’d wind up in the center of what I believe to be the greatest argument we have in favor of immigration. You’ve probably heard it described as “dirty,” or a “tough neighborhood,” or in similarly dog-whistled criticisms that don’t do the borough justice. It’s true — the Bronx is not as polished as other parts of the city. But it is overflowing with character. The reason for this is that many of its 1.4 million citizens live in ethnic neighborhoods that retain the heritage and

practices of their cultural homeland. It’s most evident in the borough’s cuisine. If you go to Arthur Avenue, you will find perhaps the most authentically Italian-American neighborhood in the country, a collection of markets, pizza places and restaurants now owned by the grandchildren of early 20th century immigrants. My personal favorite is Enzo’s. There’s no menu, but I promise — whatever they decide to serve that day will be incredible. Maybe you don’t like Italian food. That’s fine; the Bronx offers a taste of the entire globe. Rams Deli Plus on Fordham Road, owned by YemeniAmericans, serves a famous chicken over rice dish. Liebman’s Deli in the North Bronx has been a borough institution for over 60 years, dishing out traditional Jewish delicatessen food that’s nearly good enough to make liverwurst sound like something you’d order. It doesn’t end there. Scores of ethnic neighborhoods line the streets of the Bronx. Ghanaian, Korean, Albanian and Dominican communities are just some of the many enclaves that form the borough, a collection of localities with their own identities, practices and cuisines that unite to form an identity that is at the same time decidedly American. The Bronx is full of possibility — for food and for everything else. It is a place where anyone can find what they are looking for, where anyone can find a place to call home. I said I wasn’t here to talk about Manhattan. But what about just off its coast, 15 miles south of the Bronx — have you ever been to the Statue of Liberty? I know you’ve read the poem. It says: “Keep, ancient lands, your storied pomp!” cries she

With silent lips. “Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!” There’s nothing there about quotas. It doesn’t say anything about whether we can afford it or not. I don’t care if we can afford it. America, above all else, is about personal responsibility. It’s about a belief in the agency and ability of individuals to forge their own destiny, to create a world better than the one handed down to them. And anyone — anyone — who leaves their home for a foreign country in search of a new life, is more American than we could ever hope to be. It is this spirit that the Bronx and countless other immigrant communities so perfectly exemplify. This country is better when it is new. Shutting the door would be to lose our greatest strength. America isn’t statistics. And it’s not peanut butter and jelly on white, either. No, it is much more exciting than that. It’s potato gnocchi. It’s fried plantains. It’s yucca and goat curry and pastrami. It’s everything from everywhere coming together to form a symphony of culture. It is mutation. It is amalgamation. It is the Bronx. Patrick McKelvey splits his time between being a college junior and a grumpy old man. A New Jersey native and American Studies major, he plans on pursuing a legal career after graduating Notre Dame. If you can’t find him at the movies, he can be reached for comment at pmckelve@nd.edu The views expressed in this column are those of the author and not necessarily those of The Observer.

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The blood of martyrs “The blood of martyrs is the seed of the church.” I often heard this adage from my high school theology teacher. Among other phrases, she utilized it to support the idea that the Church is stronger as a result of being persecuted. She never acknowledged that certain segments of the Church, or she herself, might be the persecutor. Growing up in the Catholic school system, I heard messages of love and acceptance alongside messages of hatred and malignancy. I heard that Christ loved all people, regardless of their sins, while also being berated with the idea that homosexuality was unnatural, shameful and deviant. My teachers, who were so full of love and selflessness, turned into machines of exclusion when it came to this one topic. Suddenly, love was not the answer; queer love, and LGBTQ openness, was “destroying the family.” My classmates laughed when our theology teacher told us “A blender can’t fit in a blender.” How could they even begin to comprehend the immense pain they were propagating? After 18 years of this narrative, it felt easy to adjust to Notre Dame. The differences between Notre Dame and my conservative Catholic high school are few and far between. The one exception to this similarity is that, unlike my teachers’ absurd mantras, Notre Dame and its affiliates actually publish this kind of stuff. During the past summer, while sitting in an artificially white office, I stumbled upon a debate which, in the eyes of so many people, has been settled. I quickly came to realize that few debates are settled — even those concerning essential human rights — at Notre Dame. At my research mentor’s prompting, I was reading articles by Notre Dame’s legendary natural law philosopher, John Finnis. Page by page, article by article, I

read a message all too common on Notre Dame’s campus — that queerness, in any form, is inferior. You see, it’s easy to say that everyone ‘belongs at Notre Dame.’ And I genuinely hope every individual finds a place at Our Lady’s wonderful University. But when you are gay at Notre Dame, it’s easier to feel like inferiority personified than a welcome and valued human being. The more we wear ‘ally’ pins and plaster pride stickers on our dorms, the more obvious it becomes that Notre Dame is the locus of a debate for rights which should have been won long ago. We are the locus of Catholic extremists — alumni who degrade queerness, call gay people disordered and foster repressive tendencies. We are a University of acceptance — that is, acceptance only if you happen to be a straight individual. This is not to say that every Notre Dame alumni is homophobic, or that all LGBTQ student find themselves discriminated against. Far from it. After living for 19 years in the closet, I found friends and mentors who are inclusive and compassionate at Notre Dame. Overwhelmingly, the Notre Dame community is one of kindness. But the reason I’m writing this article is because we are still falling short. Each day that we allow militant, extremist Catholics to slur hateful speech unopposed, we fail as individuals. When we perpetuate dorm cultures in which men say use “gay,” or other terms used to demean gay men, on a daily basis, we fail as a University. For too long, I have allowed orthodox individuals to degrade me, to repress my identity and to fill me with dark and demeaning thoughts. Catholics and other conservative Christian denominations will be quick to

call LGBTQ individuals unnatural simply because they have been told we are. They will point fingers, without regard for our humanity, our most intimate identities, or our lived experience. I refuse to stand idly by as Notre Dame’s staff, students and alumni cherry-pick and weaponize Catholic teaching as an assault on human rights. I refuse to accept the idea that what one group of oppressive men deemed “natural” long ago is the only fitting form of love. To exist, to love, to flourish. That is our calling. And for too long, I have accepted persecution instead. It makes sense, I guess. When your entire upbringing involves venerating those saints who were murdered for their beliefs, it’s easy to overlook the fact that your own institution is part of a new form of violence. Notre Dame, Our Lady’s University, has become part of an oppressive scholarly regime. Instead of attacking religious beliefs, militant conservative Catholics have taken aim at something much deeper: the LGBTQ identity and the equal right to marriage. During these transformative first weeks on campus for our first-year students, I have a new challenge for the Notre Dame community. I call on you to question what it means to be natural. I dare you to go out of your way to exemplify the radical hospitality which all Catholics should show non-Catholics. I challenge you to welcome LGBTQ students in spite of your single-gender, parietalsstricken and heteronormative dorm culture. Because I, for one, refuse to accept the idea that my blood should be a seed planted by someone else’s hatred. David Phillips sophomore Sep. 3

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Horoscope | Eugenia Last Happy Birthday: It’s time to bring about the changes you’ve been contemplating the past couple of years. You are heading into a growth period that leads to greater opportunities. How you handle what’s available will make a difference to the outcome. Feeling comfortable in your skin will help build confidence and give you the oomph you need to follow your dreams. Your numbers are 2, 5, 17, 26, 33, 39, 47. ARIES (March 21-April 19): Look past pettiness and you’ll find a way to work alongside others, regardless of your differences. Personal changes will give you a sense of what’s possible and the best route to take in order to achieve your goals. Personal improvement is featured. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Show others how serious you are about getting things done. Stop talking and start producing. What you accomplish will speak volumes about the type of person you are and what you are capable of doing. Help children and seniors. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Change your mind if necessary. Admitting when you are wrong and turning a negative into a positive will help you gain respect and the confidence of those you love and work alongside. Romance is on the rise. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Be secretive about the personal changes you want to make. Tidy up loose ends and rethink your strategy regarding how best to use your skills in order to get ahead. Discipline will be required to reach your ultimate goal. LEO ( July 23-Aug. 22): Focus on your appearance and the domestic environment you live in. You’ll feel better about yourself if you’re organized and have a plan in the works that will lead to a better future. Don’t let someone from your past disrupt your life. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Participate and you’ll be offered valuable information that will change your life. Listen and take note of what someone has done and revamp his or her idea to fit your situation. Reconnecting with someone from your past is favored. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Emotional matters will escalate when dealing with the people you live with or who influence your everyday routine. Choose your battles wisely and use diplomacy to skirt issues that are sensitive. Look inward and make personal adjustments. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): How you earn your living will undergo a shift. Look for any opportunity to use your skills in exciting new ways. Attend a conference, trade show or networking function that will spark ideas and lead to potential partnerships. Embrace change. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Speak up on behalf of yourself as well as others. Your strength and courage will put you in a leadership position that will give you the power to make a difference. Stick to the truth and point out those prone to exaggeration. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Speak from the heart regarding your plans with a partner or someone you feel can assist you. A moneymaking deal is within reach if you nudge the person vacillating. Set the standard and show your strength. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t participate in someone else’s shenanigans. Know when to say no and how to persuade those running amok to smarten up before it’s too late to turn back. Make your voice heard and do what’s best for yourself. Romance can alter someone’s choices. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Make changes at home or to your personal finances. Renovation, buying and selling or investing in something you’ve wanted for some time is favored. The right decision will stabilize your life and help you build a brighter future. Birthday Baby: You are intriguing, creative and ambitious. You are determined and opportunistic.

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Bears take risk with Mack move Tobias Hoonhout Managing Editor

Well, it happened in 2009, and it happened again. The Chicago Bears sent shockwaves through the NFL this past weekend when general manager Ryan Pace traded two first round picks to the Oak land Raiders for A ll-Pro Khalil Mack in a deal that many thought wasn’t even on the table. Then, Pace immediately signed Mack to a six-year, $141 million dollar contract w ith $ 90 million guaranteed, making him the highest paid defender in the league. W hile there’s no denying Mack’s talent, and while this move certainly marks a statement of intent from the Bears, the enormous cost could prove insurmountable. With that in mind, let’s look at a case for and a case against such a monumental deal.

Case for Players like Mack simply don’t become available by trade in the NFL. There were rumbles that Oak land was balking at the two-time first-team A ll-Pro’s asking price for a new deal, but still, most teams apparently thought there was no way Oak land would simply trade away their best player. With 40.5 sacks over four seasons, Mack is the cream of the crop when it comes to pass rushers. Mack gives the Bears and defensive coordinator Vic Fangio a major upgrade in a place where the Bears were desperately hungr y — Chicago hasn’t had a double digit pass-rusher in a single season since 2014. The addition of Mack suddenly makes a Bears defense — which already has a young core of linebacker Leonard Floyd, corner Kyle Fuller and rookie linebacker Roquan Smith — a ver y promising unit indeed. W hile the loss of two first round picks is always a big question mark, Chicago definitely sees the NFC North as perhaps the toughest conference in football, w ith the Vikings, the

Packers and the Lions all set to be contenders. This move gives the Bears a chance, and if they really think the team can be a contender w ith Mitch Trubisky under center, it’s hard to argue that a mid-first round pick could land any thing close to the level of Mack. It appears they are sick of losing in the Windy City.

Case against Even for a player of Mack’s quality, the astronomical cost for Chicago in making a deal like this happen could leave it doomed from the start. W hile the Bears’ front office might be hoping that this deal looks a lot like the one that sent Jared A llen to Minnesota in 2008, for the fans it may be a bad dose of déjà v u; the last team to ship out two first round picks for a veteran player was, you guessed it: Chicago, for none other than Jay Cutler. Yeah, that turned out well. One also has to factor in the opportunity cost associated w ith the loss of two rookie contracts, coupled w ith the money the Bears are shelling out for Mack. There’s definitely a case to be made that two first round picks on rookie contracts would prove more valuable than Mack on $20 million a year, especially from an economic stand point. Not only would the Bears likely be able to land significant veteran contributors and have more f lex ibility in doing so, but first round picks that are leveraged right are the most valuable assets in football. Ultimately, the team may feel more comfortable hedging on a know n commodity in Mack than watching the rest of the division beat up on the Bears for at least several more seasons. W hile it may be foolhardy, it might seem the only option for a team that wants to contend.

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Irish junior forward Cal Burke cuts across the ice in Notre Dame’s 5-1 loss to Ohio State on Feb. 10 at Compton Family Ice Arena. Burke was named one of four alternate captains for the Irish this season.

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Peeke has maintained his amateur status and been a part of back-to-back Frozen Four teams. Peeke had an immediate impact on the Irish program, totaling 14 points in each of his first two seasons. Peeke is the first sole captain to be a junior since his freshman year when Cal Peterson led the program to its third Frozen Four. Burke, a prolific scorer, was second in points for the Irish this past season at 14, only trailing for ward Andrew Oglevie, who gave up his final year of eligibility to sign a two-year, entr y-level contract with the Buffalo Sabres. Burke also played a pivotal role down the stretch for the Irish, scoring the third goal against Michigan in the first round of the Frozen Four last season. That goal, assisted by Malmquist, marked the first lead for Notre Dame on

the night before they went on to win 4-3 in the last seconds of the match. The trio of seniors making up this season’s captainship will be expected to fill the void left by the seven seniors who graduated last year and the early departures of Oglevie and defensemen Dennis Gilbert for the NHL, as the Irish seek to return to their third-straight Frozen Four. Jenkins has built himself a reputation for being clutch last season, with nearly half of his 10 assists resulting in game winners. Additionally, his contributions proved to be crucial down the stretch, recording five goals in the final eight matches, including his goal with less than a minute left that lifted the Irish over Penn State in the Big Ten semifinals. Much like Burke and Jenkins, Malmquist has a histor y of making big-time plays will be expected to lead the Irish offensively after totaling 24 and 20 points his last two seasons,

respectively. Most notably, Malmquist sunk the game-winning shot over Providence with 27 seconds that allowed Notre Dame to advanced to the Frozen Four last March. Complimenting the impressive offensive attack of Burke, Jenkins and Malmquist, Nardella will be expected to anchor the midfield after serving as a balanced attack for Jackson’s team these past three seasons. In addition to registering 24 points, 19 of which were assists, Nardella contributed 42 blocks on the season. Despite having built an 87-day winning streak and making appearances in consecutive Frozen Fours, Notre Dame is eager and expected to return to the big stage behind the leadership of Peeke and the surrounding group of alternate captains. Notre Dame’s first game is slated for Oct. 12 as the Irish will start on the road to take on Mercyhurst.

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Irish senior forward Jack Jenkins pushes a Buckeye skater against the boards in Notre Dame’s 5-1 loss to Ohio State on Feb. 10. Jenkins was one of three seniors to be named a captain for the 2018-19 season. The Observer accepts classifieds every business day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Notre Dame office, 024 South Dining Hall. Deadline for next-day classifieds is 3 p.m. All classifieds must be prepaid. The charge is 5 cents per character per day, including all spaces. The Observer reserves the right to edit all classifieds for content without issuing refunds.

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Countr y Championship. A decade later, this championship transformed into what is now know n as the NCA A Cross Countr y

Championship. In 1938, the first NCA A championship took place at Michigan State. Notre Dame attended alongside a dozen

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Irish sophomore Yared Nuguse overtakes an Air Force runner in the five-mile run at the Joe Piane Invitational on Sep. 29 in his freshman season. Nuguse placed 70th in the event with a time of 24:52.8.

other schools and raced well in what was a four-mile race, coming in second overall behind Indiana Universit y. However, Notre Dame’s Greg Rice came in first overall w ith a time of 20 :12, becoming the first indiv idual to w in the NCA A Cross Countr y Championship. Four years later, in 1942, Irish runner Oliver Hunter also took home the indiv idual championship, recording a time of 20 :18. In 1957, the Notre Dame team overcame w intr y conditions and won the national championship, narrowly beating the might y Michigan State by six points. Next Friday, Sept. 14, Notre Dame w ill host the National Catholic Inv itational at the Burke Golf Course. The Inv ite is one of the oldest inv itationals in the countr y and is the largest collegiate inv ite

in the nation, attracting around 60 college teams ever y year. The Inv itational was established in 1956 by Notre Dame head coach A lex Wilson and each year features the top talent in the countr y and high-level competition. The Notre Dame cross countr y program has left an indelible mark on both Notre Dame and collegiate cross countr y histor y, and remains an important piece of the college cross countr y landscape today. I recommend ever yone to go out to Burke Golf Course next Friday to support the Irish as they begin their season and look to continue on their legacy of excellence. Contact Mike Everett at meverett@nd.edu The views expressed in this column are those of the author and not necessarily those of The Observer.

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Holt said A lbrecht, a science-business major, has been able to strike a good ba lance, performing well on the course while a lso having earned both three A llACC Academic Team awards and three WGC A ( Women’s Golf Coach Association) A llA merican Scholar awards. “She’s doing rea lly well in school, [and] she manages her time well,” Holt said. “She gets out here a lot to practice and she puts in a lot of extra time. I think that’s been ver y well ref lected in the way she’s been able to perform. According to Holt, A lbrecht has never been the most by-the-book player, avoiding any over-think ing. She has been able to f ind her rhy thm by stay ing menta lly rela xed. “She keeps things prett y simple,” Holt said. “She’s not technica l at a ll w ith her golf sw ing, she’s a feel player. She gets her yardage, she ta kes her shot and she gets up and executes. There’s a lot to be said for that in this game.” Holt says she is look ing for ward to how the senior w ill close out her career w ith the Irish this season. “I hope she continues to have lots of goa ls,” she said. “I’m excited to see her achieve a ll the things that she wants to this year.” A lbrecht and the Irish w ill face their f irst action of the season at the Minnesota Inv itationa l next week. The tournament, to be held at the Prest w ick Golf Club in Woodbur y, Minn., w ill span Monday and Tuesday. Contact Peter Baltes at pbaltes@nd.edu

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ND’s Albrecht prepares to lead in final season By PETER BALTES Sports Writer

Early last October, Emma A lbrecht made histor y. The senior Irish golfer tied for f irst place at the Bettie Lou Evans Inv itationa l at the Universit y of Kentuck y, shooting 211 through 54 holes — the best indiv idua l mark in tournament histor y. A lbrecht’s v ictor y was Notre Dame’s f irst indiv idua l w in since 2014. A lbrecht did not stop there, posting multiple new program records in what was a landmark junior season. Unsurprisingly, Irish head coach Susan Holt said she has been pleased w ith A lbrecht’s qua lit y of play. “To be honest, she’s played rea lly, rea lly well these past t wo years,” Holt said. As a junior, A lbrecht secured the best single season stroke average (per 18 holes) in team histor y w ith a 72.31 average. W hen accounting for the stroke averages in her freshman and sophomore years, A lbrecht holds three of the top eight marks in program histor y.

Cumulatively, A lbrecht holds the program’s bestever mark for career stroke average at 73.47. A lbrecht a lso holds the lowest tota l 54-hole score w ithin NC A A tournament play in program histor y, hav ing shot 215 at the NC A A Madison Regiona l Tournament last May. Holt said she has been impressed by the reg ularit y w ith which A lbrecht plays at such a high level. “She’s been a rea lly consistent player; I think that is her strength,” she said. “She does ever y thing prett y well, and she’s able to manage her game well because of that.” Hav ing only si x players on the active roster, the golf team is a tight ly-k nit group. As an upperclassman, A lbrecht has ser ved as a clear role model for the team and a leader both on and off the course. “Emma just leads by example, which is a ll you can ask for,” Holt said. “She’s easy to get a long w ith, supportive of her teammates. She has a rea lly good work ethic.” see ALBRECHT PAGE 11

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Irish senior Emma Albrecht reads the green in an exhibition match at Warren Golf Course on Sep. 24. Albrecht holds several women’s golf records at Notre Dame, including lowest career stroke average.

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Notre Dame names captains ahead of season Observer Sports Staff

Five Irish players were named captains for the 20182019 season by head coach Jeff Jackson on Monday. Junior defensemen Andrew Peeke was named team captain, while seniors for ward Jack Jenkins, for ward Dylan Malmquist, defenseman Bobby Nardella and junior for ward Cal Burke as alternate captains. These five players were significant contributors to last season’s team that went on to become to the eventual runner-up in last year’s National Championship, losing to Minnesota-Duluth 2-1. Peeke is succeeding Jake Evans, who signed an entr y-level contract w ith the Montreal Canadians this past April. Despite being selected 34th overall in the 2016 NHL Entr y Draft by the Columbus Blue Jackets, see HOCKEY PAGE 9

Irish program steeped in history Mike Everett Sports Writer

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Irish junior defensemen and team captain Andrew Peeke passes the puck in Notre Dame’s 4-2 win over Wisconsin on Jan. 19.

W hen the phrase “Notre Dame athletics” is uttered, the Irish cross countr y program does not often come to mind immediately. Instead, images of Notre Dame football and all its legendar y moments dominate the conversation. If not football, then men’s basketball and hockey, as well as other programs that have experienced their share of the national spotlight due to continued success, such as women’s basketball and fencing, come up. The Irish cross countr y program, however, has played a major role in the histor y of collegiate running and deser ves its share of attention for their consistent success and contribution to the sport. In the 1920s, in the early days of the sport, when most colleges did not have

any sort of official cross countr y program in place, Notre Dame was one of the first universities to begin an official varsit y cross countr y team. The book “The Complete Histor y of Cross-Countr y Running” by Andrew Hutchinson details how in 1926 Notre Dame worked alongside the athletic directors and track coaches of Michigan State (a cross countr y powerhouse at the time) and Marquette in order to establish Central Collegiate Conference. The man who represented Notre Dame in this group and who worked to create and implement the conference was none other than Irish legend Knute Rockne, who at the time had already become nationally recognized for his work w ith the football team. A major component of this running conference was the creation of the Central see EVERETT PAGE 11