The University of Notre Dame du Lac, known simply as Notre Dame (NOH-tər-DAYM; ND), is a private Catholic research university in Notre Dame, Indiana, north of the city of South Bend. French priest Edward Sorin founded the school in 1842. The main campus covers 1,261 acres (510 ha) in a suburban setting and contains landmarks such as the Golden Dome, the Word of Life mural, Notre Dame Stadium, and the Basilica. Originally for men, the university did not formally accept undergraduate female students until 1972.
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering & Earth Sciences (CEEES) at the University of Notre Dame, located in Notre Dame, IN, offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs within the College of Engineering. CEEES is committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and service, focusing on civil engineering, environmental engineering, and earth sciences. The department's mission is centered on creating sustainable and resilient communities by integrating these disciplines to address critical global challenges in infrastructure, the environment, and earth systems. With renowned faculty, cutting-edge facilities, and a dynamic academic environment, CEEES prepares students through hands-on learning and research for impactful careers dedicated to improving quality of life and building a safer world.
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