The Argonaut

If the Sisters of Notre Dame have a face, it is that of Sr. Dorothy Stang, who was killed five years ago standing up for what she believed in. A lifelong advocate for the poor, a lover of nature, and a true representation of all that SND stands for, Stang is considered a hero at NDNU, and the world over.… Post the First Comment

"It's awesome!" are the first words out of Kyle Pretsch's mouth when asked about the newest feat in Housing and Residence life: online housing selection. As a Resident Director, Pretsch worked in conjunction with Jacque Little, assistant di- rector of housing and resident life and various other staff members from other depart- ments to redesign the housing selection process this year.… Post the First Comment

For many of the graduating class of 2010, this is the end of a long, arduous academic path. For most, this is a pinnacle of achievement, the greatest ac- complishment of our lives. So, congratulations. But do we need all the pomp and ceremony that goes along with it? It's an important aspect, sure; ritual is a vital part of the human experience.… Post the First Comment

It's not that I'd like to think that we are all adults here. Quite frankly, being a kid is still incredibly fun. However, I do concede to the fact that exhibiting a minimum of 2.367 adult-like symptoms per day is rather crucial to the college experience. This is especially valid when referring to students' opinions about their advisor and their satisfaction thereof.… Post the First Comment

Who would have thought that the fashion was stylish during the Victorian Era? The cast of "The Importance of Being Earnest," was able to show off not only their successful acting skills and their sense of style. I watched the NDNU Theatre Department's rendition of the comedy "The Importance of Earnest" on April 16 at the NDNU Theater, and thought it was utterly hilarious.… Post the First Comment

What's Happening before Graduation Day? - Honors Convocation: Thursday, May 6 at 6:30 pm in the Theatre -Graduation Mass: Friday, May 7 at 6:00 pm in Cunningham Memorial Chapel -Graduation Celebration: Friday, May 7 at 7:00 pm in Ralston Hall What Happens on Graduation Day? Date: Saturday, May 8 at 10:00 am Location: NDNU Athletics Field; The gates will not open until 9:00 am Length of Time: Approximately two hours Tickets: You must have a ticket to attend.… Post the First Comment

During a time when everything from schools to movie theaters to drinking fountains was segregated, Ruth remembers the sting of racism. When she finished seventh grade she wanted to stay close to home for school, to take care of her mother whose health was failing.… Post the First Comment

Students at NDNU banded together to make a conscious effort to improve the world through a series of activities in honor of Earth Day. Celebra- tions took place from April 19-23. Many campus clubs were involved with the planning and organization of the Earth Week celebrations.… Post the First Comment

Competition can be intense, especially when competing for the opportunity to create the of- ficial sign that will be displayed to all students, faculty, and guests at the Dorothy Stang Center located on the Notre Dame de Namur University campus. The center focuses on social justice and community engagement.… Post the First Comment

The NDNU Argonauts experienced some changes this season, with a handful of new coaches and budget limitations. The world of sports is not a per- fect one so each team worked hard to adapt and overcome the adversity they faced. Various fundraisers including the sale of Argo gear and "Jamba Fund- raising", where a portion of the sales from one store go toward a specific group (in this case, a sports team), helped teams to acclimate to last year's reduc- tion of the athletic budget.… Post the First Comment

The Open Book Project brought second and third grade students from Nesbit Elementary School to the NDNU campus. The Nesbit students gathered with faculty, staff, and NDNU students in the library to engage in activities designed to promote literacy among youth.… Post the First Comment