Domer Dictionary
ACE - The Alliance for Catholic Education is a program through Notre Dame that trains graduating students to teach children in elementary and secondary schools and strives to sustain, strengthen, and transform Catholic schools.
AcoustiCafé - Event every Thursday night in LaFortune Student Center and Legends often frequented by students in need of a study break. The café is a great place for students to display their musical talents (or lack thereof).
An Tostal - Yearly tradition put on by the Student Union Board (SUB) celebrating the final full week of classes. Plenty of free t-shirts, games, and events for all to enjoy.
Bookstore Basketball - Largest 5 on 5 basketball tournament in the world. With over 500 teams competing every year, this tournament is truly a sight to see.
Club Hes – Hesburgh Library
COMO - The Coleman-Morse Center. A building on South Quad that houses First Year of Studies, Campus Ministry, a computer cluster, and 24-hour space that offers free popcorn and pop.
CSC - The Center for Social Concerns. The CSC is the place to go if interested in service projects and volunteer opportunities.
D6/Lake Lot - Student parking lot located behind the Rock.
D2/Wilson Lot - Student parking lot located across from Stepan fields.
DBart – (DeBartolo) Classroom building where most freshman classes/Gen Eds will be held.
Discussion – Part of larger lecture classes run by TAs (teaching assistants) on Fridays
Domer - Any ND Student, past or present.
DPAC - DeBartolo Performing Arts Center.
duLac - Student handbook outlining all the rules and regulations at Notre Dame.
Eck/Eck Commons - The Law School. Eck Commons is in the arch of this building and is a great place to study and get a bite to eat.
Fall Break - While most schools only get a few days off (or none at all), the administration rewards us for our hard work with a whole week off during mid- October. This is usually the first time you have the opportunity to return home since August, although some students choose to stay on campus or participate in service projects.
Fieldhouse Mall - Open area between Cavanaugh Hall and Stonehenge fountain. Warm weather brings campus bands, barbecues, and other fun things to do instead of studying.
Fish Bowl – Open study area on the first floor of the library used for group studying.
Flex Points - The $355 dollars per semester that accompany the Flex 14 meal plan that can be used to buy some tasty snacks and beverages at the Huddle, Flip Kitchen, Chick-fil-A, Gippers, Taco Bell and other campus food locations. All you do is swipe your ID and it comes out of your account.
God Quad - Home to the Dome, the Basilica, Sorin College, Walsh Hall and the statues of Jesus and Father Sorin.
Grab ‘n’ Go - Convenient brown-bag breakfast, lunch or dinner available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. when classes are in session where you get to pick items from a variety of fruit, sandwiches, and snacks. Available at both dining halls.
The Grotto - Replica of the Grotto of Lourdes, France where students can come to light a candle and spend some quiet time in reflection and prayer.
Huddle Mart - Small convenience store in LaFortune where students can purchase food, drinks, toiletries, notebooks, and other bare essentials such as Ben & Jerry’s and the infamous Quarter Dogs.
InsideND - Website that allows students to find out their grades, class updates, and other vital information.
JACC (The Jack)- The Joyce Athletic and Convocation Center that houses numerous campus events such as basketball, volleyball, pep rallies, concerts, and lectures.
JPW (Jay Pee Dub) - Junior Parents weekend. A weekend in the spring when Junior’s parents come to visit.
LaFun - LaFortune Student Center where the Huddle, Starbucks, Flip Kitchen, Street Fare, and Taco Bell are located. There are also many places to study and work on group projects as well as a hair salon and First Source Bank in the basement.
Legends - The restaurant, pub and programming venue. Brings in live entertainment and has a nightclub open late nights on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. Everyone has to experience Hip Hop night at Legends at least once in their Notre Dame career.
Library Circle - Pick up/drop off spot at the east/back end of the Hesburgh Library. This is also where Transpo buses pick up students.
Main Building - Often called the Golden Dome or simply the Dome, this building is the most recognizable feature of Notre Dame’s campus. Complete with a statue of Mary, the building is located in the center of campus and houses the administration, Housing, Student Affairs and other offices and even a few classrooms.
Main Circle - Pick up/drop off spot at the main campus entrance on Notre Dame Avenue. Located between the Law School and Alumni Hall off South Quad.
Michiana - The name of the region along the border of Michigan and Indiana, including South Bend.
Mod Quad - Home to Knott Hall, Siegfried Hall, Pasquerilla East, and Pasquerilla West.
Monk - Affectionate nickname of former University President Father Edward A. Malloy, CSC.
NDPD – Notre Dame Police Department
NDTV - The new cable cast student run TV station.
NDH - or just “North”, North Dining Hall.
netID - A computer ID name that, along with your password, gives you access to the Notre Dame network from almost any computer on campus. Example: jjones2
NDID - the 9-digit number on your ID card.
North Quad - Home to BP, Farley, Lewis, St. Ed’s, Stanford, Keenan, Zahm, and Cavanaugh Hall.
Observer - Campus newspaper you’ll grow to love.
O’Shag - O’Shaughnessy Hall, location of many Arts and Letters classes, departmental offices, and Waddick’s Café (cheap, delicious coffee). O’Shag is also recognizable by the perpetually slow clock on its facade.
Parietals - The University’s visitation policy. The opposite sex may only be in the dorms during the following hours:From 12 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Sunday through Thursday, from 2 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and from 12:00 to 9 a.m.
PE - Pasquerilla East, woman’s dorm located on Mod Quad.
PW - Pasquerilla West, woman’s dorm located on Mod Quad as well.
RecSports - Intramural sports program.
Rector - Basically the person in charge of each dorm, i.e. they are the responsible adult.
The Rock - The Rockne Memorial Gymnasium located at the foot of the South Quad.
Rolfs - Athletic facility open to all students.
The Shirt - Football shirt that students wear to all football games. The shirt can be bought at the bookstore or LaFun
SMC - Saint Mary’s College; an all-girl school located adjacent to Notre Dame.
SDH - or just “South”, The South Dining Hall.
South Quad - Home to O’Shag and the Rock and everything in between.
Stonehenge - War memorial fountain located at the foot of North Quad.
Stepan Center - The round, geodesic dome at East Gate. Don’t mix this up with Stepan Chemistry Hall.
SUB - Student Union Board that organizes activities for students such as weekly movies in DeBartolo for only $3.
TA - Teaching assistant; most large classes have TAs to assist the professor with grading and office hours.
Tailgate - Pre-game festivities, usually occurring in the parking lot by the stadium, before all football games.
Touchdown Jesus - Nickname of the mosaic on the side of the library facing the stadium. You’ll see why it was so named when you arrive.
Transpo – The free bus route from campus to the mall.
The Towers - Flanner and Grace Halls - previously male dorms converted to office buildings.
AcoustiCafé - Event every Thursday night in LaFortune Student Center and Legends often frequented by students in need of a study break. The café is a great place for students to display their musical talents (or lack thereof).
An Tostal - Yearly tradition put on by the Student Union Board (SUB) celebrating the final full week of classes. Plenty of free t-shirts, games, and events for all to enjoy.
Bookstore Basketball - Largest 5 on 5 basketball tournament in the world. With over 500 teams competing every year, this tournament is truly a sight to see.
Club Hes – Hesburgh Library
COMO - The Coleman-Morse Center. A building on South Quad that houses First Year of Studies, Campus Ministry, a computer cluster, and 24-hour space that offers free popcorn and pop.
CSC - The Center for Social Concerns. The CSC is the place to go if interested in service projects and volunteer opportunities.
D6/Lake Lot - Student parking lot located behind the Rock.
D2/Wilson Lot - Student parking lot located across from Stepan fields.
DBart – (DeBartolo) Classroom building where most freshman classes/Gen Eds will be held.
Discussion – Part of larger lecture classes run by TAs (teaching assistants) on Fridays
Domer - Any ND Student, past or present.
DPAC - DeBartolo Performing Arts Center.
duLac - Student handbook outlining all the rules and regulations at Notre Dame.
Eck/Eck Commons - The Law School. Eck Commons is in the arch of this building and is a great place to study and get a bite to eat.
Fall Break - While most schools only get a few days off (or none at all), the administration rewards us for our hard work with a whole week off during mid- October. This is usually the first time you have the opportunity to return home since August, although some students choose to stay on campus or participate in service projects.
Fieldhouse Mall - Open area between Cavanaugh Hall and Stonehenge fountain. Warm weather brings campus bands, barbecues, and other fun things to do instead of studying.
Fish Bowl – Open study area on the first floor of the library used for group studying.
Flex Points - The $355 dollars per semester that accompany the Flex 14 meal plan that can be used to buy some tasty snacks and beverages at the Huddle, Flip Kitchen, Chick-fil-A, Gippers, Taco Bell and other campus food locations. All you do is swipe your ID and it comes out of your account.
God Quad - Home to the Dome, the Basilica, Sorin College, Walsh Hall and the statues of Jesus and Father Sorin.
Grab ‘n’ Go - Convenient brown-bag breakfast, lunch or dinner available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. when classes are in session where you get to pick items from a variety of fruit, sandwiches, and snacks. Available at both dining halls.
The Grotto - Replica of the Grotto of Lourdes, France where students can come to light a candle and spend some quiet time in reflection and prayer.
Huddle Mart - Small convenience store in LaFortune where students can purchase food, drinks, toiletries, notebooks, and other bare essentials such as Ben & Jerry’s and the infamous Quarter Dogs.
InsideND - Website that allows students to find out their grades, class updates, and other vital information.
JACC (The Jack)- The Joyce Athletic and Convocation Center that houses numerous campus events such as basketball, volleyball, pep rallies, concerts, and lectures.
JPW (Jay Pee Dub) - Junior Parents weekend. A weekend in the spring when Junior’s parents come to visit.
LaFun - LaFortune Student Center where the Huddle, Starbucks, Flip Kitchen, Street Fare, and Taco Bell are located. There are also many places to study and work on group projects as well as a hair salon and First Source Bank in the basement.
Legends - The restaurant, pub and programming venue. Brings in live entertainment and has a nightclub open late nights on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. Everyone has to experience Hip Hop night at Legends at least once in their Notre Dame career.
Library Circle - Pick up/drop off spot at the east/back end of the Hesburgh Library. This is also where Transpo buses pick up students.
Main Building - Often called the Golden Dome or simply the Dome, this building is the most recognizable feature of Notre Dame’s campus. Complete with a statue of Mary, the building is located in the center of campus and houses the administration, Housing, Student Affairs and other offices and even a few classrooms.
Main Circle - Pick up/drop off spot at the main campus entrance on Notre Dame Avenue. Located between the Law School and Alumni Hall off South Quad.
Michiana - The name of the region along the border of Michigan and Indiana, including South Bend.
Mod Quad - Home to Knott Hall, Siegfried Hall, Pasquerilla East, and Pasquerilla West.
Monk - Affectionate nickname of former University President Father Edward A. Malloy, CSC.
NDPD – Notre Dame Police Department
NDTV - The new cable cast student run TV station.
NDH - or just “North”, North Dining Hall.
netID - A computer ID name that, along with your password, gives you access to the Notre Dame network from almost any computer on campus. Example: jjones2
NDID - the 9-digit number on your ID card.
North Quad - Home to BP, Farley, Lewis, St. Ed’s, Stanford, Keenan, Zahm, and Cavanaugh Hall.
Observer - Campus newspaper you’ll grow to love.
O’Shag - O’Shaughnessy Hall, location of many Arts and Letters classes, departmental offices, and Waddick’s Café (cheap, delicious coffee). O’Shag is also recognizable by the perpetually slow clock on its facade.
Parietals - The University’s visitation policy. The opposite sex may only be in the dorms during the following hours:From 12 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Sunday through Thursday, from 2 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and from 12:00 to 9 a.m.
PE - Pasquerilla East, woman’s dorm located on Mod Quad.
PW - Pasquerilla West, woman’s dorm located on Mod Quad as well.
RecSports - Intramural sports program.
Rector - Basically the person in charge of each dorm, i.e. they are the responsible adult.
The Rock - The Rockne Memorial Gymnasium located at the foot of the South Quad.
Rolfs - Athletic facility open to all students.
The Shirt - Football shirt that students wear to all football games. The shirt can be bought at the bookstore or LaFun
SMC - Saint Mary’s College; an all-girl school located adjacent to Notre Dame.
SDH - or just “South”, The South Dining Hall.
South Quad - Home to O’Shag and the Rock and everything in between.
Stonehenge - War memorial fountain located at the foot of North Quad.
Stepan Center - The round, geodesic dome at East Gate. Don’t mix this up with Stepan Chemistry Hall.
SUB - Student Union Board that organizes activities for students such as weekly movies in DeBartolo for only $3.
TA - Teaching assistant; most large classes have TAs to assist the professor with grading and office hours.
Tailgate - Pre-game festivities, usually occurring in the parking lot by the stadium, before all football games.
Touchdown Jesus - Nickname of the mosaic on the side of the library facing the stadium. You’ll see why it was so named when you arrive.
Transpo – The free bus route from campus to the mall.
The Towers - Flanner and Grace Halls - previously male dorms converted to office buildings.
