Halls

Hall Name	Image Upload	Gender	Approximate Capacity	Description	Number of Sections	Year Established	Quad	Chapel	Number of Floors	Number of Rooms	Elevator	Air Conditioning	Nickname/Mascot	OLD Rector Name	OLD Rector Image Upload	OLD Rector Phone	OLD Rector Email	OLD Rector Bio
Lyons Community in Zahm Hall	/assets/269872/fullsize/zahm_hall.jpg	Female	176	Built in 1937, Zahm Hall is named in honor of Rev. John Augustine Zahm, C.S.C., a 1871 Notre Dame graduate who, as a scientist, Dante scholar, and international explorer, was the renaissance man of his day. His efforts as Vice President of Notre Dame and later as Provincial of the Indiana Province of the Congregation of Holy Cross helped lay the groundwork for the modern research institution Notre Dame is today. The Lyons community will reside in the Zahm Hall facility for the 2026-27 academic years while Lyons Hall receives a full year, major renovation.	7	1937	North	St. Albert the Great	4	98	true		Lions	Rev. Matt Hovde, C.S.C.	/assets/267989/fullsize/rev._matthew_hovde_c.s.c._web.jpg	574-631-3390	Matthew.E.Hovde.2@nd.edu	A native of Miami, Florida, Rev. Matt Hovde, C.S.C., became a rector in 2016. He earned both his Bachelor’s degree in History and Theology and his Master of Divinity degree from the University of Notre Dame. While completing his Master’s degree, Fr. Matt worked in a variety of ministries, including the Institute for Social Concerns at Notre Dame, St. Pius X Parish in Granger, Indiana, and for the formation staff for undergraduate seminarians. Fr. Matt was ordained a Deacon in 2015, and served for a year as the assistant rector in Sorin Hall, while also working in sacramental preparation in Campus Ministry. In addition to loving ministry, serving the students, and cheering for all Notre Dame sports, Fr. Matt is also a shareholder of his beloved Green Bay Packers.
Lyons Hall	/assets/269859/fullsize/lyons_hall.jpg		182	Opened in 1927 as a men’s residence hall, Lyons Hall is located in close proximity to St. Mary’s Lake and is known for its picturesque views from the archway. It is also the only residence hall featured in the movie, “Rudy.” Dedicated in honor of Joseph Lyons, a popular English professor and the first layman buried in the Holy Cross Community Cemetery, the hall was converted to a women’s residence in 1974. Each year, hall leadership coordinates the Mara Fox Run, which raises funds for a scholarship named in honor of former Lyons Hall resident Mara Fox who was killed by a drunk driver in 1993. Lyons Hall also annually hosts Rinking for Riley to benefit the Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis. Professor Ed Hums and his wife Shirley are one of two faculty couples on campus who live in residence. Together, they love sharing life with the women of Lyons, hosting students in their apartment and attending hall events throughout the year. For the 2026-27 academic year, Lyons Hall is closed while undergoing a major renovation to update it's common spaces, utilities, and student rooms. It will reopen in Fall 2027.	6	1927	South	All Souls'	4	97			Lion	Sarah Heiman	/assets/268018/fullsize/sarah.jpg	574-631-6575	sheiman@nd.edu	Sarah Heiman became the rector of Lyons Hall in 2014. Originally from Chester, Nebraska, Sarah earned both her Bachelor’s degree in Religious Studies and her Master of Divinity degree from Yale University. Prior to Notre Dame, Sarah served at Mercy Center, a retreat and conference center sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, where she developed and led programmatic offerings to help people of all ages connect with the Sacred in self, others, and creation. Before that, she served for four years at Sacred Heart University in Connecticut overseeing retreats and faith development and encouraging discipleship and student leadership.
McGlinn Hall	/assets/346038/fullsize/bj_7.2.19_mcglinn_hall_4957.jpg	Female	272	Constructed in 1997 as a women’s residence hall through the contributions of Terrance and Barbara McGlinn, McGlinn Hall is located on the West Quad near McGlinn Fields. The women of McGlinn participate in numerous service events and are extremely involved with the students of Saint Adalbert Catholic School in South Bend. Each year, McGlinn residents raise money for the school through the hall’s annual Casino Night and tutor students every week throughout the academic year. McGlinn is also known for its camaraderie, winning the Kelly Cup, awarded to the women’s hall that best exemplifies the spirit of RecSports’ interhall participation, sportsmanship, and competition, more than any other female hall to date.	7	1997	West	St. Bridgit of Kildare	4	121	true	true	Shamrocks	Sr. Mary Lynch, S.S.J.	/assets/268020/fullsize/marylynch_000.jpg	574-631-8316	mlynch5@nd.edu	Originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Sr. Mary Lynch, S.S.J., became the rector of McGlinn Hall in 2005. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Music and her Master’s degree in Holistic Spirituality and Spiritual Direction from Chestnut Hill College and her Master’s degree in Theology from the University of Notre Dame. Sr. Mary serves as the Formation Director for candidates at the Mount Saint Joseph Convent in Philadelphia, and spent 10 years ministering at various universities, including Princeton, North Carolina State, and the University of North Carolina. In her spare time, Sr. Mary enjoys Sudoku, watching sports, and reading.
Morrissey Hall	/assets/346041/fullsize/bj_7.29.19_morrissey_hall_5064.jpg	Male	188	Established in 1925 on the South Quad of the University of Notre Dame, Morrissey Manor (aka Morrissey Hall) is one of the campus's most architecturally distinct and storied men’s residence halls. Named after the university’s seventh president, Rev. Andrew Morrissey, C.S.C., the building is renowned for its elaborate masonry and iconic "Manor" tower, which houses some of the smallest but most character-building rooms on campus. The hall’s identity is deeply rooted in its motto "Brothers made by the same God destined for the same glory" and its shield representing the cross of Saint Andrew, which features symbols representing scholarship, faith, brotherhood, and sportsmanship. The Manor has long maintained a reputation for fierce hall pride “Long Live The Manor!!” and unique traditions, such as “Game Watch” where thousands of members from the student body gather on the South Quad to watch The Irish play their first away game of the season. Other signature events include the Manor Medallion Hunt, Morrissey Football League, and the late-night restaurant, “Yaz’s,” honoring former Notre Dame student-athlete and Boston Red Sox baseball player Carl Yastrzemski. In recent years, the Manor has balanced its rich heritage with modernization following a major selective renovation completed in 2019. Morrissey created functional common spaces such as the study lounge known as “The Trenches" and social hubs on each floor where students build community in the “Center Lounges.” The Manor features the Little Flower Chapel, donated by the Kevin Holtz Family, whose patroness saint is Saint Thérèse of Lisieux.	8	1925	South	St. Therese of Lisieux	5	103			The Manor	Zack Imfeld	/assets/267969/fullsize/zack_imfeld_web.jpg	574-631-5160	Zachary.J.Imfeld.1@nd.edu	Zack Imfeld became the rector of Morrissey Hall in 2016. He is originally from Burbank, California and holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Portland and a Master of Divinity degree from Notre Dame. Prior to Morrissey, Zack served as an assistant rector in Keough Hall for two years. Beyond ministering to college students, Zack loves sports, grilling, leading retreats and pilgrimages, traveling, and spending time with the people he holds dear.
O'Neill Family Hall	/assets/269863/fullsize/o_neill_family_hall.jpg	Male	266	Dedicated in honor of Joseph O’Neill, Jr. ’37, and funded by the O’Neill family, O’Neill Family Hall was the first men’s residence hall built on West Quad. At the time of its construction in 1996, O’Neill was also the first hall built for men since Flanner and Grace Halls in 1969. O’Neill takes to heart and seeks to learn from the example of our Chapel’s patron - St. Joseph the Worker. The community is deeply committed to the South Bend Center for the Homeless. On a football Friday in September. O’Neill hosts “40yd’s for a Cause" in which people can compete for the fastest 40yd dash time on campus. O’Neill also hosts the Ms. ND Pageant in which contestants from each female residence hall compete for the title of “Ms. ND.” In the fall semester the community celebrates “O Week” and in the spring they celebrate “Neill Week,” both weeks capped by the SYR or Formal. O’Neill was last named Hall of the Year in 2022-2023.	7	1996	West	St. Joseph the Worker	4	129	true	true	Angry Mob	Rev. Chris Rehagen, C.S.C.	/assets/267971/fullsize/rev._christopher_rehagen_c.s.c._web.jpg	574-631-8774	Christopher.M.Rehagen.1@nd.edu	Rev. Chris Rehagen, C.S.C., became the rector of O’Neill Family Hall in 2016. Originally from Jefferson City, Missouri, Fr. Chris graduated from Notre Dame with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Economics, and entered formation in the Congregation of Holy Cross the following year. While in formation, he earned a Master of Divinity degree from Notre Dame and served in a variety of ministries. He was ordained a Holy Cross priest in 2015. In his free time, Fr. Chris enjoys playing sports and board games, reading, and spending time with family.
Pasquerilla East Hall	/assets/269866/fullsize/pe.jpg	Female	248	Established in 1981, Pasquerilla East is one of two residence halls made possible by the generosity of Frank and Sylvia Pasquerilla and constructed with the specific intention of housing female undergraduate residents. At the time, their donation was the largest in Notre Dame history to be given by a living person. To further its relationship to its sister residence hall, PE’s four floors are numbered five through eight. PE annually hosts the Silent Night Silent Auction and "So You Think You Can Sync?" Lip Sync Battle in which all proceeds go to a local charity. Pasquerilla East was last named Hall of the Year in 2015-2016.	6	1981	Mod	St. Catherine of Siena	4	118	true	true	Pyros	Margaret Smith	/assets/268022/fullsize/mamie.jpg	574-631-7200	msmith48@nd.edu	Margaret “Mamie” Smith became rector of Pasquerilla East Hall in 2014. Originally from Watertown, Wisconsin, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and Theology from Marquette University and her Master of Divinity degree from the University of Notre Dame. Before college, Mamie did a year of service with NET Ministries, in which she traveled to parishes and schools across the country as a member of a traveling retreat team. After Marquette, Mamie worked with autistic children in Milwaukee and taught English in Daegu, South Korea. While in graduate school, Mamie served as an assistant rector in Howard Hall. She enjoys making music, cooking, and hiking.
Pasquerilla West Hall	/assets/269862/fullsize/pasquerilla_west.jpg	Female	249	Established in 1981, Pasquerilla West is one of two residence halls made possible by the generosity of Frank and Sylvia Pasquerilla and constructed with the specific intention of housing female undergraduate residents. At the time, their donation was the largest in Notre Dame history to be given by a living person. During the spring semester, PW hosts its annual spirit week, Queen Week, in which each section competes in various events to crown a first-year student “Queen.” The PW color is purple and residents proclaim their motto, “Peace, Love, P-Dub,” wherever they go.	6	1981	Mod	St. Clare of Assisi	4	120	true	true	Purple Weasels	Sr. Mary Jane Hahner, C.S.F.N.	/assets/268024/fullsize/sr._mj.jpg	574-631-5740	mhahner@nd.edu	Sr. Mary Jane Hahner, C.S.F.N., became a rector in 2010. Originally from Pottsville, Pennsylvania, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Holy Family University, her Master’s degree in Administration from Villanova University and her Master of Divinity degree from the Catholic Theological Union. Sr. Mary has a wealth of experience ministering to families in addition to teaching and serving as a principal for 15 years. She enjoys reading, watching movies, exploring Americana and supporting local merchants.
Ryan Hall	/assets/269865/fullsize/ryan_hall_1_.jpg	Female	254	Established in 2009, Ryan Hall is named in honor of the Ryan family and was built in the spirit of accommodation and accessibility for students with disabilities. With signature events such as Wheelchair Basketball, Relay for Life, and Caring Cats Clothing Collection to benefit St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Joseph County, the women of Ryan are dedicated to serving the local South Bend community. One major tradition in Ryan occurs every Tuesday night when Ryan Hall’s Priest-in-Residence, Fr. Joe Carey, C.S.C., hosts Ryan Hall residents for “FJ’s," an ice cream and cookie social in his apartment in which all treats are baked from scratch. Ryan was last named Hall of the Year in 2013-2014.	6	2009	West	St. Anne	3	125	true	true	Wildcats	Allyse Gruslin	/assets/268027/fullsize/allyse_gruslin_web.jpg	574-631-0278	agruslin@nd.edu	Originally from Pawtucket, Rhode Island, Allyse Gruslin became the rector of Ryan Hall in 2016. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy from Assumption College and her Master of Divinity degree from Notre Dame. Before Notre Dame, Allyse served as a campus minister at Holy Trinity Diocesan High School where she facilitated student leadership training, led retreats, and guided service trips. She also co-founded ABC Ministries, a traveling retreat ministry. At Notre Dame, while she completed her post-baccalaureate work, Allyse served as an assistant rector in Lyons Halls and chaplain to the Notre Dame Folk Choir. In her spare time, Allyse enjoys singing, lettering, walking and spending time with family.
Siegfried Hall	/assets/269864/fullsize/siegfried_hall.jpg	Male	252	Siegfried Hall opened as a women’s residence hall in 1988 thanks to the generosity of father and son alumni, Robert and Ray Siegfried. It became a men’s residence hall in 1997. The men of Siegfried are known for their competitiveness, maintaining an active presence in interhall athletics, and winning championships in all sports. Originally called “The Slammers,” the men of Siegfried became the “Ramblers” in 1997, which is also the name of Notre Dame’s athletic teams before they were called the Fighting Irish. Each winter, Siegfried hosts “Day of Man” in which residents brave the cold wearing shorts, T-shirts, and flip-flops to raise money for the South Bend Center for the Homeless.	6	1988	Mod	Our Lady, Seat of Wisdom	4	113	true	true	Ramblers	Rev. John Conley, C.S.C.	/assets/267974/fullsize/rev._john_conley_c.s.c..jpg	574-631-7888	jconley1@nd.edu	Rev. John Conley, C.S.C., became the rector of Siegfried Hall in 1997. Originally from Warren, Rhode Island, Fr. John received both his Bachelor’s degree in History and Master of Divinity degree from the University of Notre Dame. He also received a Master’s degree in Education from Loyola University of Chicago. Prior to Notre Dame, Fr. John served as a teacher and assistant principal of Notre Dame High School for Boys in Niles, Illinois and as principal for Bourgade Catholic High School in Phoenix, Arizona. He also served as the Director of Vocations for the Indiana Province of the Congregation of Holy Cross.
Sorin Hall	/assets/269867/fullsize/sorin_college.jpg	Male	143	Constructed in 1888 and named after University of Notre Dame founder, Rev. Edward Sorin, C.S.C., Sorin Hall was the first facility designated by its namesake as a residence hall. Prior to 1888, all students were housed in the Main Building. Kick-It for Kevin is Sorin Hall’s annual fundraising event honoring former resident Kevin Healey who died his sophomore year after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. Each year, the men of Sorin honor Kevin’s memory through an annual kickball tournament to raise funds for pediatric, adolescent and young adult cancer research. President Emeritus, Rev. Edward “Monk” Malloy, C.S.C., has served as a priest in residence in Sorin since 1980. Past residents include legendary head football coach, Knute Rockne; athlete and athletics director, Ed “Moose” Krause; and Heisman trophy winners John Lujack, Johnny Lattner, and Paul Hornung.	4	1888	God	St. Thomas the Aquinas	4	73	true		Otters