My first encounter with University of Notre Dame is through the movie Rudy (1993) which is about the account of the life of Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger, who harbored dreams of playing football at the University despite significant obstacles.
In French, Notre Dame du Lac means "Our Lady of the Lake" and refers to the university's patron saint, the Virgin Mary.
The main campus covers 1,250 acres (5,100,000 m2) in a suburban setting and it contains a number of recognizable landmarks, such as the Golden Dome, the "Word of Life" mural (commonly known as Touchdown Jesus), the Basilica and the Grotto to Our Lady of Lourdes.
The school was founded on November 26, 1842 by Father Edward Sorin, CSC, who was also its first president, as an all-male institution on land donated by the Bishop of Vincennes (Indiana). Today, many Holy Cross priests continue to work for the university, including the president of the university.
Notre Dame is a large, four-year, highly residential research university. It is consistently ranked among the top twenty universities in the United States and as a major global university.
The school has one of the largest endowments in the nation with over $10 billion.
The school has one of the most successful college football teams in history, accumulated eleven consensus national championships, seven Heisman Trophy winners, 62 members in the College Football Hall of Fame, 13 members in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
The university is affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. While religious affiliation is not a criterion for admission, more than 93% of students identify as Christian, with over 80% of the total being Catholic.
Collectively, Catholic Mass is celebrated over 100 times per week on campus, and a large campus ministry program provides for the faith needs of the community. Every classroom displays a crucifix.
Notable alumni includes former United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, television personality Regis Philbin and talk show host and creator Phil Donahue.
In French, Notre Dame du Lac means "Our Lady of the Lake" and refers to the university's patron saint, the Virgin Mary.
The main campus covers 1,250 acres (5,100,000 m2) in a suburban setting and it contains a number of recognizable landmarks, such as the Golden Dome, the "Word of Life" mural (commonly known as Touchdown Jesus), the Basilica and the Grotto to Our Lady of Lourdes.
The school was founded on November 26, 1842 by Father Edward Sorin, CSC, who was also its first president, as an all-male institution on land donated by the Bishop of Vincennes (Indiana). Today, many Holy Cross priests continue to work for the university, including the president of the university.
Notre Dame is a large, four-year, highly residential research university. It is consistently ranked among the top twenty universities in the United States and as a major global university.
The school has one of the largest endowments in the nation with over $10 billion.
The school has one of the most successful college football teams in history, accumulated eleven consensus national championships, seven Heisman Trophy winners, 62 members in the College Football Hall of Fame, 13 members in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
The university is affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. While religious affiliation is not a criterion for admission, more than 93% of students identify as Christian, with over 80% of the total being Catholic.
Collectively, Catholic Mass is celebrated over 100 times per week on campus, and a large campus ministry program provides for the faith needs of the community. Every classroom displays a crucifix.
Notable alumni includes former United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, television personality Regis Philbin and talk show host and creator Phil Donahue.
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