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Forum discusses conscience and contraception
Several groups on campus came together April 2 to support a discussion of the development of conscience and how it relates to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) contraception mandate. Sponsored by Campus Ministry, the Center for Ethics and Culture, the Center for Social Concerns, the Gender Relations Center, the Institute for Church Life, and the University Life Initiatives office, [...]
Tollefsen addresses end-of-life ethics
The Right to Life Spring Lecture Series began with a lecture entitled, “Ethics at the End of Life,” delivered by Christopher Tollefsen, professor of philosophy at Emory University. Tollefsen noted that this year marks the seventh anniversary of the death of Terri Schiavo, the woman whose persistent vegetative state was terminated after many years and many Florida court battles by the [...]
Continuing the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Jus Vitae, Notre Dame Law School's pro-life student organization, hosted Dr. Alveda King on February 21 to speak about eradicating abortion. Her talk was entitled, "Healing After Abortion: What to Do When Your Friend Confides in You About Her Abortion." King shared her personal journey to receiving God's forgiveness after her own abortion. A pastoral associate for African American Outreach for [...]
“The great civil rights movement of our time”: March for Life 2012
This past weekend, the University of Notre Dame sent a total of 8 buses on the March for Life to protest the Supreme Court’s 1973 Roe v. Wade decision to legalize abortion. This was the thirty-ninth anniversary of the decision, and tens of thousands of people marched in support of the dignity of human life. Notre Dame students had the option of going on two separate trips. The long trip left [...]
Who’s Who at ND: Debbie Dobecki
At any given hour of the day, though especially after parietals on a weekend, anyone on campus can expect to find Reckers hopping with students, waiting for a pizza or smoothie, chatting with friends in one of the comfy lounge areas, studying, or simply people-watching. Those behind the counter are both students and full-time university employees, many of whom have worked at Reckers since its [...]
“Surprised by grace”: Sr. Helen Prejean on building justice in the world
Sr. Helen Prejean, CSJ, a well-known advocate for the abolition of the death penalty, delivered the Center for Social Concern’s Fourth Annual Rev. Bernie Clark, CSC. In a talk entitled “Building Justice in the World: Confronting Evil,” she described the personal experiences and beliefs which motivate her work. Sr. Prejean’s book, DEAD MAN WALKING, was published in 1993 and was later [...]
Who’s Who at ND: Emma Owens
If you are fortunate enough to live in McGlinn Hall, coming home from a long day of class is much improved by the love and support of the housekeepers, who never hesitate to flash a smile and ask how your day has been. Their cheerful dispositions liven up the section lounges, and the dorm is brightened by both their cleaning supplies and their smiles. This week’s “Who’s Who” is Emma [...]
Who’s Who at ND: Kelly Mason
This week’s Who’s Who is our very own Kelly “Kelly” Mason, author and instigator of this venerable column itself. Kelly is a senior who will graduate in May with a joint degree in philosophy and theology. She was generous enough to sit down with me for a few minutes to discuss all that she has learned in her 4 years at Notre Dame. As we begin the interview, Kelly sits with legs [...]