What would the letter say?
What would the letter say?
--Rev. Father John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., President, University of Notre Dame
--Ashleigh Renteria, Notre Dame Class of 2011
If you enjoyed reading the sample letters, both editions can be purchased and mailed to you from this website! Simply click on the link below.
The production of the book was made possible by a team of dedicated and passionate Notre Dame students and recent alumni. Read about them below and feel free to get in touch!
Haley will begin her Junior year getting lost in the cobblestone streets of Copenhagen, Denmark, and consuming exorbitant amounts of Danish cheese.
Haley joined this project last year as the new Director. This interdisciplinary project caught her attention because it provided the opportunity for reflection during her time in college, as well as, the chance to learn about the legacy of fellow Domers. At Notre Dame, she is passionate about her Neuroscience and Poverty Studies courses, and she enjoys her involvement in the Nordic Cross Country Ski team, Regenerative Medicine lab, and Compassionate Care in Medicine Club. She is also a proud member of Pasquerilla West Hall where she serves as Food and Service Commissioner.
Elizabeth is a member of Notre Dame 's Class of 2020 and is double majoring in Political Science and Peace Studies with a minor in International Development Studies. She is from Manhasset, New York and on campus is the Director of Gender Relations in Student Government, serves as the Co-President of the Model UN Club, the founder of StaND 4 IX and is a member of the Folk Choir. Outside of school she works for the national political advocacy organization, Know Your IX and has interned for the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights and USAID. She is passionate about pursuing a career in diplomacy, law, or civil rights.
Matthew is a Finance major at the University of Notre Dame. He is the oldest of three sons and was raised in Wauconda, Illinois. After graduation, Matthew aspires to go into high finance in Chicago. On campus, he is involved in many professional, service, and academic groups. He is honored to have the opportunity to give back to the University through this publication.
How did the book come about?
How did the book come about?
"Freshman year, in many ways, sets the tone for the rest of our undergraduate careers. As a graduating senior this past spring, I was looking for an opportunity to share the lessons that I had learned from the bittersweet journey of college. I knew some freshmen, especially those who were just as motivated yet lost as I was, would find my words relatable, comforting, and helpful. From my own experience, I found the style of writing letters to my younger self both an effective way to reflect and a sensitive approach to share my honest advice with others. The book's goal is to share journeys and wisdom of a diverse group of Domers and pass along their deeply personal and authentic reflections to the current students. In its essence, the book is an anthology of Domer's personal stories that help freshmen make the most of their four years and feel more connected to Our Lady's University through the wisdom of their predecessors. The book was published in June 2016 and has become part of the team's ongoing collaboration with the First Year of Studies. Furthermore, we will start running a regularly updated blog featuring new letters to both keep freshmen students engaged in their personal growth and share Domers' stories with an extended audience."
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