Logo for the Ladies of Notre Dame, Saint Mary's College, and Holy Cross College featuring a stylized tree with blue and maroon leaves and branches, with text emphasizing community, friendship, and service.

Three campuses. One mission.

Founded in 1934, The Ladies of Notre Dame, Saint Mary’s College and Holy Cross College is a social organization that fosters friendships and promotes life-long enrichment through educational, cultural and volunteer activities.

We welcome current and retired faculty and staff, spouses of faculty and staff, graduate students, alumnae, spouses of alumni, and other women who admire and respect the mission of the schools in the tri-campus community.

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A historic castle-like building with a prominent tower, surrounded by blooming pink magnolia trees, under a partly cloudy sky.
A brick archway with the words 'AVE CRUX SPES UNICA' on top, leading to a pathway lined with flowers and trees, with a building visible in the background.

Upcoming Events and Programs

From guest lectures to community outings and so much more, programs are offered for the entire membership throughout the academic year. By attending the monthly programs, members enjoy time together, as well as a variety of program topics and the many opportunities provided.

  • A HISTORY OF THE SISTERS OF THE HOLY CROSS

    Join Sister Maryanne O’Neill, CSC as she shares the history of the Sisters of the Holy Cross. 
    We begin our event on the campus of Saint Mary’s College in the Chapel of Our Lady of Loretto
    then continue to the O’Grady Center located behind the Chapel.

    When:  Wednesday, November 18, 2026
    Time:  2pm in the Chapel of Our Lady of Loretto
    Parking in Our Lady of Loretto parking lot
    RSVP:  by November 13 to Carol Kraabel:  ckraabel@comcast.net

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  • Speaker Series ~ Meet Nan Tulchinsky

    Past Event

    A 1964 graduate of Saint Mary’s College, Nan began her career in education as a local school teacher. She later became the first woman to serve as an Athletic Director for the South Bend schools as well as the first female basketball official. Nan was the official scorer for both Notre Dame women’s and men’s basketball for 30 years. She currently directs the Northeast Neighborhood Food Pantry.
    Come hear the stories behind her remarkable journey.

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  • 2026 Fall Opening Reception

    Past Event

    Featuring special guest

    DR. SCARLET SPAIN

    DNP, MPH, APRN,, CNS, FNP-BC

    Director of Doctor of Nursing Practice Program at Saint Mary's College

    Past Event

Want to get involved?

From Interest groups to service projects, there are many ways to get involved with our organization.

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Scholarship Funds

The Ladies of Notre Dame and Saint Mary’s College Scholarship supports the education of local area female students who are pursuing their undergraduate education at the University of Notre Dame, Saint Mary’s College and Holy Cross College.

Our donor’s generous contributions make a lasting impact in the lives of our students!

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“I am the first in my family to graduate from high school and my goal is to be the first to graduate from college as well. This scholarship is very important to me because without it, attending college would be very difficult…Thank you again for your generosity and helping my educational dreams come true!”

- Scholarship Recipient