The University of Notre Dame du Lac, known simply as Notre Dame or ND, is a private Catholic research university in Notre Dame, Indiana, outside the city of South Bend. It was founded in 1842 by Edward Sorin. The main campus covers 1,261 acres in a suburban setting; it contains a number of recognizable landmarks, such as the Golden Dome, the Word of Life mural, Notre Dame Stadium, and the Basilica. Notre Dame has been recognized as one of the top universities in the United States, in particular for its undergraduate education. The university is organized into seven schools and colleges. The School of Architecture is known for teaching New Classical Architecture and for awarding the annual Driehaus Architecture Prize. The university offers over 50 year-long study programs abroad and over 15 summer programs.
| Motto | Vita Dulcedo Spes (Latin) |
| Motto (English) | Life, Sweetness, Hope (In reference to the Blessed Virgin Mary) |
| Type | Private research university |
| Established | November 26, 1842 |
| Founder | Edward Sorin |
| Religious affiliation | Catholic Church (Congregation of Holy Cross) |
| Academic affiliations | ACCU NAICU, URA 568 Group |
| Endowment | $11.96 billion (2020) |
| Budget | $1.3 billion (2019) |
| President | John I. Jenkins |
| Provost | Marie Lynn Miranda |
| Academic staff | 1,396 (Fall 2020) |
| Students | 12,681 (Fall 2020) |
| Undergraduates | 8,731 (Fall 2020) |
| Postgraduates | 3,950 (Fall 2020) |
| Campus | Suburban: 1,261 acres |
| Colors | Blue and gold |
| Mascot | Leprechaun |
| Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division I – FBS (Independent), ACC, Big Ten (ice hockey) |
关于University of Notre Dame
Founded by Father Edward Sorin, CSC, the university was originally an all-male institution. It became known for its football team, breeding several Heisman Trophy winners.
University of Notre Dame的成就
The school is widely known for its Word of Life mural, which is visible from the school's football stadium and is commonly known as the Touchdown Jesus mural.
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