Global Affairs

Learn how Notre Dame aims to affect positive, significant, and sustainable change in the world. From issues surrounding citizenship and migration to human development and international politics, engage in conversations that seek to improve our global society.

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Global Dialogues: The Worsening Water Crisis

Beyond the Border: The Realities of Migration

Approaching Asia

Explore Global Affairs

Catholic Peacebuilding in Times of Crisis: Hope for a Wounded World – Day One

Catholic Peacebuilding in Times of Crisis: Hope for a Wounded World – Day Two

Coastal Border Displacement on the West Coast of Ireland

11:00 AM ET Wed., Feb. 16, 2022

Impact of Rise in Sea Level in Mumbai

01:00 PM ET Wed., Feb. 23, 2022

Rivers and Tides: A Biography of the River Thames and The Sustainability of Rivers in London

01:00 PM ET Wed., Mar. 09, 2022

The Water Crisis in Mexico City

01:00 PM ET Wed., Mar. 02, 2022

Water Sustainability in Santiago, Chile

03:00 PM ET Wed., Mar. 16, 2022

A New Parable for the Planet in Dublin

02:30 PM ET Tue., May. 03, 2022

Understanding Water Diplomacy Between Israel and Jordan

01:00 PM ET Wed., Apr. 06, 2022

Catholic Peacebuilding in Times of Crisis: Hope for a Wounded World

08:00 AM ET Mon., Jun. 20, 2022

The Kroc Institute’s Sixth Report on Colombian Peace Accord Implementation

Fr. Ted Said…Golden Is Thy Fame – Celebrating 50 Years of Undergraduate Women at the University of Notre Dame: Lisa Herb ’88

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Jerusalem TalksND: Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa

In the first episode of Jerusalem TalksND’s second season, Avraham (Avrum) Burg is joined by Cardinal Pierbattista...

12:00 PM ET Thu., Dec. 19, 2024

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Framing the Problem

“The fact that strikes me the most is that between 1999 and 2021 there have been about a million deaths from drug...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Dec. 20, 2024

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Canvas of hope: The remarkable influence of art with Joe Becherer

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to become distracted and lose track of our contemplative...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Dec. 23, 2024

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Light in the Darkness

As many in the Notre Dame family gather with loved ones to anticipate the celebration of Christ’s birth in this...

08:00 AM ET Tue., Dec. 24, 2024

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Christmas Eve Mass & Carols from the Basilica of the Sacred Heart

Christmas Lessons and Carols will begin at 10 p.m. in the Basilica prior to 11 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass in the Night....

10:00 PM ET Tue., Dec. 24, 2024

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A Christmas Gift for You from Notre Dame’s Magnificat Choir

The Magnificat Choir proclaims the glory of God through prayerful song and strives to draw people closer to Christ with...

08:00 AM ET Wed., Dec. 25, 2024

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Christmas Day Mass from the Basilica of the Sacred Heart

Did you know that Mass from the Basilica of the Sacred Heart is broadcast live on CatholicTV every Sunday at 10 a.m....

10:00 AM ET Wed., Dec. 25, 2024

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Before the Building: Ideas behind the designs

Where does a successful architect find the seeds of their ideas? Join us for a glimpse into the thought processes that...

12:00 PM ET Thu., Jan. 02, 2025

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Everyday Holiness: Sister Ann Astell

“God doesn’t change. God is always there—he’s our anchor. To have faith is to participate in this victory, and...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Jan. 03, 2025

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How Notre Dame is leading in AI with Nitesh Chawla

Join Lou Nanni as he chats with Nitesh Chawla, the Frank M. Freimann Professor of Computer Science and Engineering,...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jan. 06, 2025

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True Self & False Self

Fr. Dan and Richard discuss the themes of the True and False Selves. Whose story are you living – yours, or someone...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jan. 13, 2025

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Mindset Does Matter: The Role of Higher Education in Fostering the Growth Mindsets Across Generations

Dan Porterfield, President and CEO of Aspen Institute, joins Leadership in Public Conversation for a discussion on his...

12:00 PM ET Wed., Jan. 15, 2025

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How Democracy is in the very fabric of Notre Dame

The topic of democracy is front of mind these days, especially now as we inaugurate a new president in the United...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jan. 20, 2025

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Reasserting Potawatomi Presence Through Art

Join the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art to experience recordings from Indigenizing Museums, a two-day symposium amplifying...

12:00 PM ET Wed., Jan. 22, 2025

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Heart’s Desire & heart’s desire

Fr. Dan and Richard explore the differences of the Heart’s Desire and the heart’s desires. They also discuss the...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jan. 27, 2025

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Why Notre Dame students call her Dr. Mom

Notre Dame has long been known for its support of students from diverse backgrounds, from immigrant communities in the...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Feb. 03, 2025

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Everyday Holiness: Deacon Mel & Ann Tardy

“When the Church addresses those things, people feel like they’re welcome, that the Church is relevant. When the...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Feb. 07, 2025

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Haunting as Inheritance

A conversation about belonging, place, and displacement that will take us on a tour de force from Cairo to the Sonoran...

05:30 PM ET Sun., Feb. 09, 2025

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Gratitude & Grace

Fr. Dan and Richard discuss the importance and practice of gratitude and grace. Integrations We all have people that...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Feb. 10, 2025

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How the arts become a unifying force with Ted Barron

In our most difficult and divisive times, we turn to the arts to find beauty and connection through our shared...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Feb. 17, 2025

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Freedom & Conversion

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the importance of freedom, conversion, and Groundhog Day. Integration Cultivating...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Feb. 24, 2025

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Why Notre Dame invests in the South Bend community with Shannon Cullinan ’93

Join Shannon Cullinan ’93, executive vice president, as he sheds light on residential life and its importance to the...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Mar. 03, 2025

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Everyday Holiness: Sister Michaela Martinez, OP

Listen to Sister Michaela Martinez, OP, as she reflects on her call to religious life, God’s fidelity to her, and how...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Mar. 07, 2025

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Discernment & Decision Making

Fr. Dan and Richard discuss discernment, decision making, and how we can make wise decisions. Integrations What should...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Mar. 10, 2025

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From NCAA champion to head coach: how Niele Ivey etched her name in history

Join Niele Ivey as she discusses her journey to become the Karen and Kevin Keyes Family Head Women’s Basketball...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Mar. 17, 2025

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Biography & Autobiography

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the importance of biography and storytelling. At the end of the day, are we living...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Mar. 24, 2025

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Doug Marsh on the Notre Dame Campus Plan

If you’ve visited Notre Dame’s campus in recent years, chances are you’ve encountered the telltale signs of...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Mar. 31, 2025

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Fear & Flow

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the difficulties and importance of facing fear and anxiety. Integration We all have...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Apr. 07, 2025

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Insights on Leadership from John Veihmeyer

For John Veihmeyer, Chair of the Notre Dame Board of Trustees, the most moving moment of the recent inauguration of...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Apr. 14, 2025

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Loneliness & Community

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the difficulties of loneliness and the importance of genuine connection and...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Apr. 21, 2025

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Cry of the Poor & Justice

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the importance of justice and servant leadership in the search for the Heart’s...

12:00 PM ET Mon., May. 05, 2025

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When Notre Dame calls: the untold stories of ND Listens

Experience an in-depth look at ND Listens, the student call center on campus, as senior manager Cesar Sanchez...

12:00 PM ET Mon., May. 12, 2025

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Kinship & Accompaniment

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the importance of kinship and accompaniment. As Fr. Greg Boyle describes it,...

12:00 PM ET Mon., May. 19, 2025

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Death & Redemption

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the importance of a realistic and nuanced perspective on death and mortality. As Fr....

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jun. 02, 2025

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Meaning & Mission

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the importance, difficulties, and practices of finding a meaningful calling....

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jun. 16, 2025

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The Heart’s Desire & Educational Access

Rev. Dan Groody, C.S.C., interviews Notre Dame Trustee and Fellow Sara Martinez Tucker. She will discuss her passion...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jun. 30, 2025

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The Heart’s Desire & Being on the Margins

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12:00 PM ET Mon., Jul. 14, 2025

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The Heart’s Desire & Listening for Vocation

Fr. Dan Groody interviews Parker Palmer, a world- renowned writer, speaker, activist, and founder and Senior Partner...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jul. 28, 2025

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