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The month in photos, May 2025

By University of Notre Dame

June 2^nd, 2025

Golden Dome 🤝 Golden sunset

May days

Pope Leo XIV elected

May 8: Students gather around a phone to watch the first statement by newly elected Pope Leo XIV. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 8: University of Notre Dame President Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C., celebrates a Mass of thanksgiving at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart on the day of the election of Pope Leo XIV. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 8: The papal flag and coat of arms over the main door to the Basilica on the day Pope Leo XIV was elected. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 8: The ombrellino (umbrella) and tintinnabulum (bells) are carried in the entrance procession during a Mass of thanksgiving at the Basilica. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

Commencement Weekend

May 15: Seniors’ Last Visit to the Grotto during Senior Week 2025. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 16: Notre Dame President Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C., addresses the crowd during the Institute for Social Concerns Senior Send-off at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 16: Director of the Medieval Institute Thomas E. Burman taps graduate Conor Feeney with the Gospel Book during the Medieval Institute Graduation Ceremony in the Dillon Hall Chapel. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 16: President Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C., takes photos with graduates and families near the Dome during Commencement Weekend. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 17: Notre Dame Law School graduates gather for a class photo on the steps of the Main Building. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 17: Department of Computer Science and Engineering undergraduate diploma ceremony (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 17: United States Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Jack Glavy receives his first salute from USMC 1st Sgt. Daniel Triebell following his ceremonial swearing-in outside the east door of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 17: Notre Dame President Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C., presides over the Commencement Mass at Purcell Pavilion. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 17: Graduates follow a crucifix being carried out during Commencement Mass at Purcell Pavilion. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

Commencement Weekend: Saturday

May days

May 17: A graduate waves to the crowd during the Graduate School Commencement Ceremony and Conferring of Degrees. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 17: A graduate receives a doctoral hood during the Graduate School Commencement Ceremony and Conferring of Degrees. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 17: A graduate walks past empty seats after receiving a degree during the Graduate School Commencement Ceremony. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 17: Kylee Kazenski, who was a leprechaun mascot, wears her leprechaun cap during the Graduate School Commencement Ceremony. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 17: Honorary degree recipient and scientist Teresa Lambe addresses graduates during the Graduate School Commencement Ceremony. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 17: Members of Mariachi ND perform outside Notre Dame Stadium following Graduate School Commencement 2025. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 17: A graduate shows off his diploma after Graduate School Commencement 2025. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 17: Graduates walk out of the tunnel toward The Word of Life mural, commonly known as “Touchdown Jesus,” after the Graduate School Commencement Ceremony. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

Commencement Weekend: Sunday

May 18: A graduate walks near The Word of Life mural, commonly known as “Touchdown Jesus,” while preparing for the procession. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 18: Graduates enter the stadium at the 2025 University Commencement Ceremony. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 18: Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Christopher W. Grady ’84 gives the address at the 2025 Commencement Ceremony. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 18: Valedictorian Clare Cullinan gives her address at Commencement 2025. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 18: Graduates sing the alma mater during the University Commencement Ceremony. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 18: Graduates exit Notre Dame Stadium. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 18: Graduates celebrate on the Main Building steps. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 18: A graduate celebrates with her diploma during the College of Arts and Letters Undergraduate Diploma Ceremony. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 18: A graduate celebrates with his diploma during the College of Arts and Letters Undergraduate Diploma Ceremony. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

Campus wildlife

May 14: Ducklings in the Hayes-Healy courtyard (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 16: A squirrel sploots in the shade to keep cool as temperatures reached the mid-80s on campus. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 28: A chipmunk eats a discarded nut near O’Shaughnessy Hall. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May days

Spring blooms and summer colors

May 7: Reflection of Carroll Hall in St. Mary’s Lake (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 28: Raindrops fall near the Main Building with a golden reflection in the water. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 7: Detail of tulips on Main Quad (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 28: Raindrops fall and bubble up on a path on Main Quad. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 22: The clock the on steeple of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart (Photo by Michael Caterina)

May 5: Grotto with white tulips (Photo by Matt Cashore)

May 21: Raindrops rest on a flower. (Photo by Michael Caterina)

South Bend dust storm

May 16: Strong winds and blowing dust lead to low visibility on Notre Dame Avenue. The National Weather Service issued a wind and dust advisory. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

Memorial Day display

May 26: American flags are raised near the statue depicting Rev. William Corby, C.S.C., giving general absolution to soldiers prior to the Battle of Gettysburg. (Photo by Matt Cashore)

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