We Develop Women of Impact
As the Vipers finish up their last few weeks at Notre Dame, they are sharing reflections of their high school years and hopes for the future. Click here to read all stories.
Haley Cornelison
Whitman College - Whitman Achievement Award
Biology
I have always enjoyed helping others, and the social justice emphasis at ND has only helped me grow as a leader and global citizen. I am excited to be attending Whitman College next year where I will be able to pursue my two passions; biology and soccer. I look forward to spending the next four years in a truly unique place with the tools that ND has provided me with. I am absolutely excited to see what my future has in store! Go Blues!
Riya Shrivastava
Carnegie Mellon University
Business Administration
Notre Dame's focus on creating Women of Impact and social justice gave me the confidence and the drive to work towards creating a better world. Notre Dame has shaped me into a strong and independent woman. I chose to attend Carnegie Mellon University because of the glimpses of Notre Dame that I saw in it; the collaborative and supportive environment and the push to create impactful students. I am excited to take what Notre Dame has taught me to Carnegie Mellon and further build on the Woman of Impact that Notre Dame has turned me into.
Alexandra Mason
Gonzaga University - Tuition Exchange Scholarship
Nursing & Spanish
My experience at Notre Dame has made me realize my passion for helping others. Through my experience here I have grown to love community service and I am excited to continue this work at Gonzaga. My academics at Notre Dame have prepared me for success at Gonzaga and I cannot wait to continue studying Spanish. Go Zags!!
Priscilla Guadarrama
New York University
Liberal Studies
Notre Dame has taught me the value of a rich and diverse education where my ideas are constantly being challenged and expanded. I chose NYU because of its extended global community, which ensures I will be surrounded by people from all walks of life. I am beyond excited to take what ND has given me to the Big Apple this fall and continue to be a lifelong learner at NYU!
Laila Khattab
University of San Francisco - University Scholarship & J. Paul Getty Scholarship
International Studies
I'm so grateful for Notre Dame's small, tight-knit community that has instilled a passion for global education and social justice within me. USF reminds me a lot of ND through its diverse community, small class sizes, and even the same school/class colors! I am so excited to head to the city to continue learning about the world and its people. Go Dons!
Tanvi Krishnan
Scripps College
Psychology
I love Notre Dame’s supportive all-girls environment, and I always knew I wanted to go to an all-girls college. Scripps has a beautiful campus with an amazing psychology program, supportive faculty, and a diverse student body with students from out of state and other countries! Go Athenas!
Thuong Le
University of Oregon, Clark's Honors College
Clinical Psychology
Notre Dame has taught me that you will never have to face any struggles in life alone. Being able to walk into a teacher’s or counselor’s office at random and talk was the best gift ND has given me. Thanks to ND I know that I deserve and can find support at anytime and any place. I decided to chose a university that shares this great quality and the minute I met my psychology advisor at the U of O, I knew it was the place for me.
Christien Garcia
California State University, Fullerton
Liberal Studies
Notre Dame’s early introduction to social justice and making a change in our society really inspired me to continue on the path of helping and understanding more about others in our greater community while in college. Because of the kind and supportive community here, I was able to grow into the positive leader I am today who is ready to take on the new challenges ahead of me. I will definitely miss the family I have made over my last 4 years, but I am also excited to take on the next chapter of my life with all the lessons and memories Notre Dame gave me.
Zenaz Sarkari
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Physiological Science
Notre Dame has truly been an enlightening experience which brought out the best in me. I found a home filled with amazing friendships, numerous opportunities in leadership and academics, as well as a strong network of women committed to improving our world. At UCLA, I will continue to immerse myself in research, pursue my love for biology and enjoy the never-ending sunshine. Can't wait to be a Bruin!
Taylor Humphreys
Cal Poly Pomona
Economics
The experiences I've gained while attending Notre Dame, both educational and social, have helped me grow as a rising adult. Every class has been a new learning opportunity for me to discover my passions and values. I'm so excited to start this new chapter of my life at Cal Poly Pomona and apply all of the valuable lessons I've gained from Notre Dame.
Jacqueline Borges
San Jose State University
Environmental Science
Attending Notre Dame was one of the best decisions I ever made. I have learned so much about life, education, spirituality and friendship over my past four years and I wouldn't trade the experiences I have been through for anything. I chose San Jose State because it had the programs I wanted, it has a very similar vibe to Notre Dame and is the place where I could envision myself thriving!
Yuthika Ram Dasaradhi
University of California, Irvine
Biological Sciences
Notre Dame has taught me how to be confident in myself. Being part of an empowering sisterhood at such a supportive school has given me a strong foundation, which I can further shape at UC Irvine. I chose UC Irvine because of both the inclusivity and diversity of the campus, as well as the opportunities provided for pre-medicine students. I am excited to grow as a leader and a learner at UC Irvine. Go Anteaters!
Isha Trivedi
George Washington University, Presidential Academic Scholarship
Anthropology
The urban environment and dedication to social justice I was immersed in during my time at ND has helped me grow and become a better version of myself––the person I am today. I can't wait to bring the skills I've developed throughout high school and grow even more through my time in college and within the exciting city of D.C. Raise High!
Shruthi Shyam
University of California, Berkeley
Cognitive Science
Notre Dame has helped me learn more about my own identity and helped me understand who I want to be in college and in the future. I have truly learned inside and outside the classroom how to be a social advocate. I am grateful for the foundation Notre Dame has given me and am excited to be able to utilize what I have learned in my college life and in the future. I know that with everything Notre Dame has taught me I am ready to enter Berkeley's bustling and active environment. GO BEARS!
Alma Iboa Escalante
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Political Science
Notre Dame has served as both an academically fulfilling and socially conscious niche. I've learned to take every opportunity, whether it ends up being a success or a failure, as a means to grow. I can't wait to start Cal Poly Slo in the fall!
Samira Smith
Sonoma State University
Elementary Education
While at Notre Dame I have been able to grow into an individual who is able to make independent and educated choices. Without the wonderful people I have met at Notre Dame, I don't know if I would be the same person I have grown to be. I have the same feeling on Sonoma's campus as I do when I walk around ND every day.
Sonya Shankar
University of California, Berkeley
Cognitive Science & Dance
Notre Dame has shown me the importance of becoming an empowered female, instilling in me the ability to pursue my passions without doubting my worth. The inclusive and warm community that Notre Dame offers is truly unique, fostering students in becoming women of impact. Being part of the Regent Collective Dance Company throughout high school has furthered my growth as a student and also as an artist. The University of California, Berkeley will allow me to delve into my passion for cognitive science and simultaneously train at one of the most renowned centers of the arts and in a diverse and open-minded community very similar to Notre Dame.
Cassidy Wallace
University of California, San Diego
Biochemistry/Chemistry & Human Development
Over the past four years, Notre Dame has instilled in me not only a dedication to hard work, but also an appreciation for the unique diversity of our Bay Area community. In going to UC San Diego, I hope to share these values with a new population, as well as further my interests in research and the biological sciences so that I may one day realize my dream of becoming a doctor.
Sahithi Madireddy
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Biology
Through my time at Notre Dame, I have gained the confidence to explore my passions in science and immerse myself in social justice. I am so excited for the next four years at MIT to explore new communities and to use the opportunities I've been given to make an impact.
Kathleen Fadrigon
Mount Saint Mary's University, Los Angeles - Mount & Provost Awards
Nursing
Over the past four years Notre Dame has taught to be leader in and outside of the classroom. This community has helped me become the confident person I am today. With the experiences I had at ND, I hope to bring those what I have learned with me to Los Angeles.
Leadership Development
Each student has the opportunity to develop her leadership skills within the co-curricular program of her choice. Students develop voice and experience in our empowering environment.
165 Years of Tradition
In the midst of a rapidly changing world, Notre Dame's spirit and traditions remain. Whether donning crazy costumes for Spirit Week, walking downtown to attend mass, or swaying arm-in-arm while singing the alma mater, generations of women have upheld these traditions and called Notre Dame home.
A Culture of Innovation
Notre Dame's progressive culture of solution-finding, resource-sharing, skill-building and partnerships promotes curiosity and creativity within a unique learning environment.
Unique Downtown Experience
A Notre Dame education extends well beyond the footprint of our downtown San Jose campus, out into the tenth largest city in the United States and the thriving center of Silicon Valley.
Last week the Notre Dame community gathered for the last all-school mass of the year in the Cathedral Basilica of St Joseph. This joyful liturgy included the celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation. Notre Dame was pleased to welcome the Most Reverend Oscar Cantú, bishop of San Jose for his first liturgy with the school community. Bishop Cantú became the third bishop of San Jose on May 1, 2019 upon the retirement of Bishop Patrick J. McGrath.
More than 400 guests spent a beautiful sunny morning on the Notre Dame campus last weekend, coming together for the first time as the Class of 2023. Joined by their family members, our newest students met with faculty and staff to learn about life on campus and the many co-curricular opportunities.
Sahithi Madireddy ’19 and Samskruthi Madireddy ’21 had a scientific research paper entitled “The Role of Diet in Maintaining Strong Brain Health by Taking the Advantage of the Gut-brain Axis” published in the Journal of Food and Nutrition Research in January. Sahithi has been published in the Journal of Investigative Medicine and has presented at the Western Medical Research Conference and American Geophysical Union Fall Meeting. Samskruthi is a member of the California state’s Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission’s (MHSOAC). She also serves on Stanford’s Allcove (Headspace) Youth Advisory Group and the Pacific Autism Center for Education (PACE).
Shurthi Shyam '19 recently had a scientific research paper published in the Young Scientist's Journal. Her research was entitled: Effect of Antioxidants N-Acetylcysteine and α-tocopherol on Colorectal Cancer Cell Invasion + Migration in a Scratch Assay. Shruthi has gained research experience at leading genomics labs and at Brown University. She has presented papers at American Geophysical Union and at Synopsys State Science Fair. She has been involved in New York Academy of Science’s Junior Academy and currently serves as a board member on the youth advisory board for Stanford’s Headspace.
Head to the Learning Commons for senior-only textbook buyback from May 20-22. Other grades can participate in the buybacks from May 28-30. Please see the attached flyer for more...
Head to the Learning Commons for senior-only textbook buyback from May 20-22. Other grades can participate in the buybacks from May 28-30. Please see the attached flyer for more...
Join us as we recognize the successes of this year's speech and debate program student participants.
Head to the Learning Commons for senior-only textbook buyback from May 20-22. Other grades can participate in the buybacks from May 28-30. Please see the attached flyer for more...
The Class of 2021 will host a special lunch for their big sister class, the Green & Gold Vipers.