So far, my DS (Class of '22) has only heard minor changes. He has been encouraged to get his vaccine booster shot. They are scaling back Junior Parent weekend again. Admitted student weekend was amazing for me. The message and information was outstanding.
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Thank you! I think Iām more excited than he is!
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Yes, you canāt apply REA to ND and ED to another school. EA is permitted:)
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Am guessing womenās lacrosse may not be of interest but my daughter is begging to come along to watch them play. Sheās likely not strong enough to play for ND, but one can dream!
They sent out info for admitted student days, looks like you have to be vaccinated and boosted and show proof. Interesting because not all of the student body is; they allow religious exemptions for them to my knowledge.
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I have heard that several admitted students have been turned off by this policy. But you are correct that ND is accepting religious exemptions.
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Students with an exemption are required to wear a mask indoors and weekly surveillance testing. With so many schools shifting to online classes for the start of spring semester and other restrictions, the ND community is lucky that the university is committed to in person learning and a pretty normal college experience on campus.
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Notre Dame is also cancelling several events. The band was not allowed to travel to the Fiesta Bowl. The cancellation was made at the very last minute; several band members were already en route or at the airport. However, it was safe for the football team, cheerleaders, and OSU band to attend and perform at the game. Also, the Right to Life trip to DC was just cancelled. And the womenās engineering skiing trip was also canceled. If you are not an athlete, you apparently have a much higher risk of transmitting C19, and cancellations are now the norm. Many of the students are not happy.
My students are very happy to be at school in person and with their friends. They left many hometown friends last week who are virtual for weeks. Maybe more. Notre Dame has done a great job during the pandemic. Not perfect, but this is not something any institution has handled perfectly. Last year, they gave the students the best possible experience under the circumstances. My kids complained and l reminded them that we are all going through life with restrictions and that their friends had school in their bedrooms at home. Is it disappointing for students and parents that some things get cancelled and others donāt? Of course. My son was unable to go study abroad. He missed the last football game because of quarantine. Part of that is the unfairness of life especially during the pandemic.
On a side note, it could be that the football team was in more of a bubble covid wise than the other groups going to the game. I dont know. Just guessing.
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@Dis3456 - my DS is also a band member. While it was disappointing and appeared to be somewhat random, it was probably the right thing to do. My ND son is a twin. His brother plays for the ASU marching band that went to Las Vegas for their bowl game. They kept the festivities more isolated (battle of the bands at the hotel instead of on the strip, etc). After returning home, my ASU son was informed that 4 members in the his section tested positive. There were several others in the band that also tested positive.
What do we learn from this? Not all organizations have the same surveillance methods. And, not all groups have the same level of protocols. Athletes are required to follow much stricter guidelines than band members. I am not aware of any ND players testing positive after the game.
I am ok with the band not going. It was a big bummer, but I get it.
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Every decision made during this pandemic has been a difficult one. Universities are responsible for a great number of people, and they are doing the best they can. I have encouraged my older kiddo (at a different university) to give grace to those who have had to make decisions. Everyone is trying to do the best they can under ever-changing conditions and protocols. We donāt always have to understand anymore than that.
There are so many schools that are doing fabulous with no restrictions and no mandates. Their students arenāt experiencing last minute event cancellations. Itās sad that we have normalized what many schools are doing to our kids.
Are you aware that Notre Dame has guards at their isolation hotel? Talk to parents of students who have been quarantined, and you will find that the situation isnāt so humane. Thereās a difference between extending grace and allowing administrators to run all over the students. Students are starting to wake up to this distinction.
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Letās stay on the topic of REA actions on this thread. If you want to discuss NDās covid response please start a new thread on that topic.
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For those that were deferred REA at ND, what are you including on your letter of intent? What if you donāt have anything significant to add since November 1?
Also wondering if anyone has put down an enrollment or housing deposit on another school in the meantime?
Looking at the deferred acceptance rate from last year it looks like itās just 10%. Those are not good odds!
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These letters should be short and sweet. If you donāt have anything to add you can simply reaffirm your interest in ND (if it is your top choice be sure to say so - if you have anything to add to let them know why ND is a great fit you can do so briefly). You can also state that you are continuing your strong academic performance as well as your involvement in ECs.
Thanks so much!!
Any families or students out there attending the February accepted students days? Please DM me!
My S20 attended the February accepted student weekend back in 2020. It was absolutely worthwhile @ ND.
He really got a great feel for ND. There are school specific & major specific meetings, which answered many questions. He got to see & meet other accepted students. This weekend sealed the deal for him. I highly recommend.
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family might be heading out the weekend of feb 26th. they do admitted tours Sat morning. canāt do the weekend one.
If someone is deferred, could they be accepted earlier than the regular decision date?
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