The ThinkND Podcast

Today we are joined by Laura Miller-Graff, (BA Notre Dame ‘08; PhD, UMich '13), an Associate Professor of Psychology and Peace Studies at the University of Notre Dame. Prof. Miller-Graff's work centers on the impact of violence on childhood development, and the human capacity for resilience in conflict settings. She's concerned with questions of psychological well-being, post-trauma...

The Supreme Court recently handed down decisions on two critical cases: Students for Fair Admissions (SFA) v. President and Fellows of Harvard and SFA v. University of North Carolina . Both cases addressed whether and how universities can create racially diverse student bodies. What do we make of these decisions?  How does Notre Dame, as an institution deeply informed by Catholic Social Teaching,...

On Friday, June 23, 2023, Black Alumni of Notre Dame (BA of ND) gathered virtually for a captivating book discussion with Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Dr. Annette Gordon-Reed about her book On Juneteenth . In this thought-provoking memoir, Dr. Gordon-Reed skillfully intertwines personal recollections with historical analysis to explore the significance of Juneteenth in American history and her...

In episode 2 of Ethics at Work , "Work, the Common Good, and the Human Person," we are joined by Fr. Justin Brophy, OP ‘06, ‘17, ‘20 a professor of political science at Providence College. Fr. Justin’s work follows the ancient definition of politics, thinking about the human person in a community. He’s concerned with questions of flourishing, justice, and happiness. In this episode we di...

Episode Topic: Introducing the Ethics at Work Podcast In this episode, we introduce our new project, a podcast! We share the story of how each of us came to ask how our relationship with work should look, and what it means to live an excellent working life. Walter and Megan are engineers who think deeply about how technology can and should be used to build better habits and connect with others aro...

You have career questions and our coaches have answers. Join our coaches Jade Augustine ‘13 , Paul Perez ‘88 , and Theresa Sullivan ‘98 as they give you insights into today’s marketplace and trends, managing your career, ensuring your well-being and so much more. Be sure to bring your questions.  This workshop is powered by IrishCompass where you tap the ND network and find our career coaching ser...

Notre Dame has a long and strong tradition of service and being a force for good. Fr. Hesburgh’s commitment to serving others was the seed that grew into impactful service initiatives – both in our community and on a global scale. His leadership and personal example offered thousands of students the opportunity to come away with “the experience and knowledge that young people, all people, can do g...

You have career questions and our coaches have answers. Join our coaches Jade Augustine ‘13 , Paul Perez ‘88 , and Theresa Sullivan ‘98 as they give you insights into today’s marketplace and trends, managing your career, ensuring your well-being and so much more. Be sure to bring your questions. This workshop is powered by IrishCompass where you tap the ND network and find our career coaching serv...

Join us for a timely discussion on how peacemaking and peacebuilding viewed through the Catholic lens can guide us through the tumultuous challenges ahead. Featured experts work as practitioners in national security, diplomacy, and conflict prevention. The Notre Dame Perspectives Pathways to Peace is the final event in the 2022-2023 Notre Dame Forum with the central theme of war and peace.  Modera...

Episode Topic: Nii Addy on Mental Health & Human Flourishing As part of the Virtues & Vocations webinar series, "Education for Flourishing: Pursuing Purpose in the Professions," we are pleased to welcome Nii Addy, to discuss Mental Health & Human Flourishing. Nii Addy is the Albert E. Kent Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Associate Professor of Cellular and Molecular Phy...

O tequila, savage water of sorcery, what confusion and mischief your sly, rebellious drops do generate!” In 1980 Tom Robbins poetically captured the personality of tequila as a disruptor in his novel Still Life with Woodpecker , but he might also have been predicting tequila’s disruption of the American liquor market. According to the Distilled Spirits Council of the US, tequila and mezcal are poi...

Episode Topic: Becoming a Pilgrim People Join the Medieval Institute and the Center for Spirituality at Saint Mary's College for the second in our webinar series on Pilgrimage! How can the practice of pilgrimage support current work for racial justice and healing of memory? This webinar will examine present-day lived experiences of pilgrimage through the lens of liberation theology. Panelists...

Episode Topic: Caregiving 101 Whether you are new to caregiving or have lots of experience, this live session will give you practical advice about the keys to caring for yourself so you can be there for others. Psychology professor Cindy Bergeman will be joined by neuroscience and behavior professor Nancy Michael in a discussion about first steps for new caregivers, caring alongside siblings or a...

Episode Topic: Pilgrimage in the Global Middles Ages: Hospitality and Encounter Join the Medieval Institute and the Ansari Institute for Global Engagement with Religion for the first in our series on pilgrimage. Why did medieval people go on pilgrimage, how did they travel, and what resources did they need while on the road? Pilgrimage in the Global Middle Ages: Hospitality and Encounter will exam...

This year marks the 21st anniversary of the Mendoza College of Business signature lecture series, Ten Years Hence . We invite you to join with us to see and hear a variety of experts talk about this year’s topic, framed around a question: “Is Globalism Dead?” Some of our speakers will say the answer is “yes,” while others will say, “definitely not.” Still others aren’t so sure, offering a qualifie...

This year marks the 21st anniversary of the Mendoza College of Business signature lecture series, Ten Years Hence . We invite you to join with us to see and hear a variety of experts talk about this year’s topic, framed around a question: “Is Globalism Dead?” Some of our speakers will say the answer is “yes,” while others will say, “definitely not.” Still others aren’t so sure, offering a qualifie...

This year marks the 21st anniversary of the Mendoza College of Business signature lecture series, Ten Years Hence . We invite you to join with us to see and hear a variety of experts talk about this year’s topic, framed around a question: “Is Globalism Dead?” Some of our speakers will say the answer is “yes,” while others will say, “definitely not.” Still others aren’t so sure, offering a qualifie...

Episode Topic: Catholicism - Its History and the Role of Kinship In his recently released book, “Catholicism: A Global History from the French Revolution to Pope Francis”, Notre Dame’s John T. McGreevy, (Charles and Jill Fischer Provost and Francis A. McAnaney Professor of History) chronicles the history of the most diverse and global institution in the world. During this session, McGreevy will di...

This year marks the 21st anniversary of the Mendoza College of Business signature lecture series, Ten Years Hence . We invite you to join with us to see and hear a variety of experts talk about this year’s topic, framed around a question: “Is Globalism Dead?” Some of our speakers will say the answer is “yes,” while others will say, “definitely not.” Still others aren’t so sure, offering a qualifie...

Episode Topic: The Black Madonna for Racial Liberation Join the Medieval Institute, the Initiative on Race and Resilience, and the departments of Africana Studies, Program of Liberal Studies, and Theology for the final webinar in our series on Pilgrimage! Can the embodied practice of pilgrimage move us toward healing and racial liberation? Christena Cleveland, Ph. D., joins us to discuss her new b...

Episode Topic: Education & Character   As part of the Virtues & Vocations webinar series, Education for Flourishing: Pursuing Purpose in the Professions, we are pleased to welcome Karen Bohlin to discuss her book Educating for Character: Why Practical Wisdom Matters. Dr. Karen E. Bohlin is a recognized thought leader in applied virtue ethics and character education. Senior scholar at Bosto...

Episode Topic: Sacred Art and the Journey Toward Justice Join the Medieval Institute for the third in our webinar series on Pilgrimage! Sacred Art and the Journey toward Justice will consider the sacred art of pilgrimage routes and contemporary iconography. How do icons facilitate an encounter with the divine and with the beloved neighbor? In whose face do we see God? Artist Kelly Latimore joins u...

This year marks the 21st anniversary of the Mendoza College of Business signature lecture series, Ten Years Hence . We invite you to join with us to see and hear a variety of experts talk about this year’s topic, framed around a question: “Is Globalism Dead?” Some of our speakers will say the answer is “yes,” while others will say, “definitely not.” Still others aren’t so sure, offering a qualifie...

Episode Topic: Handle with Care, Yourself and Others How can we adapt with resilience to physical and mental health challenges, disabilities, or diagnoses when it happens to us or our loved ones? How do these situations affect the people closest to the person experiencing the challenge? How can we change our perception of stress from threat to opportunity? Join Notre Dame psychology professor Cind...

Episode Topic: Wisdom & Medicine As part of the Virtues & Vocations webinar series, Education for Flourishing: Pursuing Purpose in the Professions, we are pleased to welcome Margaret Plews-Ogan, MD to discuss Wisdom & Medicine. Dr. Plews-Ogan is chief of the Division of General Medicine, Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine in UVA's Department of Medicine. She also serves as directo...