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In 1842, the Bishop of Vincennes, Célestine Guynemer de la Hailandière, offered land to Father Edward Sorin of the Congregation of the Holy Cross, on the condition that he build a college in two years.	In what year was Father Edward Sorin given two years to create a college?	1842
In 1842, the Bishop of Vincennes, Célestine Guynemer de la Hailandière, offered land to Father Edward Sorin of the Congregation of the Holy Cross, on the condition that he build a college in two years.	Which individual offered land to Father Edward Sorin?	Célestine Guynemer de la Hailandière
In 1842, the Bishop of Vincennes, Célestine Guynemer de la Hailandière, offered land to Father Edward Sorin of the Congregation of the Holy Cross, on the condition that he build a college in two years.	Which church was Father Edward Sorin representing?	the Congregation of the Holy Cross
Sorin arrived on the site with eight Holy Cross brothers from France and Ireland on November 26, 1842, and began the school using Father Stephen Badin's old log chapel.	On what date did brothers from Holy Cross arrive at the future location of Notre Dame?	November 26, 1842
Sorin arrived on the site with eight Holy Cross brothers from France and Ireland on November 26, 1842, and began the school using Father Stephen Badin's old log chapel.	Which structure was the first used for the purposes of the college?	Father Stephen Badin's old log chapel
The first degrees from the college were awarded in 1849.	In what year did the initial degrees get handed out at Notre Dame?	1849
The original Main Building built by Sorin just after he arrived was replaced by a larger "Main Building" in 1865, which housed the university's administration, classrooms, and dormitories.	In what year did the original Sorin built Main Building get replaced?	1865
Beginning in 1873, a library collection was started by Father Lemonnier.	Which individual began a library at Notre Dame?	Father Lemonnier
By 1879 it had grown to ten thousand volumes that were housed in the Main Building.	In what year had the library at Notre Dame reach 10,000 books?	1879
Beginning in 1873, a library collection was started by Father Lemonnier.	In what year was the library at Notre Dame started?	1873
The television station, NDtv, grew from one show in 2002 to a full 24-hour channel with original programming by September 2006.	Which television station finds its home at Notre Dame?	NDtv
The television station, NDtv, grew from one show in 2002 to a full 24-hour channel with original programming by September 2006.	How many programs did NDtv feature in 2002?	one show
WSND-FM serves the student body and larger South Bend community at 88.	Which radio station provides radio to the students of Notre Dame at 88.9 FM?	WSND-FM
More recently, however, WVFI has been airing independently and is streamed on the Internet.	Which internet radio station of Notre Dame is served as an internet stream?	WVFI
The first phase of Eddy Street Commons, a $215 million development located adjacent to the University of Notre Dame campus and funded by the university, broke ground on June 3, 2008.	How much is Eddy Street Commons at Notre Dame expected to cost?	$215 million
The first phase of Eddy Street Commons, a $215 million development located adjacent to the University of Notre Dame campus and funded by the university, broke ground on June 3, 2008.	When was ground broke on the Eddy Street Commons Project of Notre Dame?	June 3, 2008
The developer, Kite Realty out of Indianapolis, has made agreements with major national chains rather than local businesses, a move that has led to criticism from alumni and students.	Who is the developer of Eddy Street Commons?	Kite Realty
The Eddy Street Commons drew union protests when workers hired by the City of South Bend to construct the public parking garage picketed the private work site after a contractor hired non-union workers.	Which entity did Notre Dame hire to build a parking structure outside of Eddy Street Commons?	the City of South Bend
The Eddy Street Commons drew union protests when workers hired by the City of South Bend to construct the public parking garage picketed the private work site after a contractor hired non-union workers.	There were protested as a part of the construction at Eddy Street Commons, they came due tot he hiring of whom?	non-union workers
They compete as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I, primarily competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) for all sports since the 2013–14 school year.	What does the acronym NCAA stand for?	National Collegiate Athletic Association
The Fighting Irish previously competed in the Horizon League from 1982-83 to 1985-86, and again from 1987-88 to 1994-95, and then in the Big East Conference through 2012–13.	Which league did Notre Dame Fighting Irish teams participate in in 1982?	Horizon League
Both fencing teams compete in the Midwest Fencing Conference, and the men's ice hockey team competes in Hockey East.	What when conference do the Notre Dame fencing teams take part in?	Midwest Fencing Conference
Both fencing teams compete in the Midwest Fencing Conference, and the men's ice hockey team competes in Hockey East.	There is a conference that the male hockey team of Notre Dame competes in, what is it?	Hockey East
The Fighting Irish previously competed in the Horizon League from 1982-83 to 1985-86, and again from 1987-88 to 1994-95, and then in the Big East Conference through 2012–13.	In what conference did the Fighting Irish take part in in 2012?	Big East Conference
The Irish left the Big East for the ACC during a prolonged period of instability in the Big East;	To what conference did the Fighting Irish go after the Big East?	the ACC
while they maintain their football independence, they have committed to play five games per season against ACC opponents.	How many teams in each season do the Fighting Irish commit to play against ACC opponents?	five
In ice hockey, the Irish were forced to find a new conference home after the Big Ten Conference's decision to add the sport in 2013–14 led to a cascade of conference moves that culminated in the dissolution of the school's former hockey home, the Central Collegiate Hockey Association, after the 2012–13 season.	Where did the Fighting Irish hockey team compete prior to a move to Hockey East, in terms of conference?	Central Collegiate Hockey Association
The official colors of Notre Dame are Navy Blue and Gold Rush which are worn in competition by its athletic teams.	What colors are the official ones used by Notre Dame in sport competition?	Navy Blue and Gold Rush
The Notre Dame Leprechaun is the mascot of the athletic teams.	What type of mascot do the Notre Dame sport teams have?	Leprechaun
On July 1, 2014, the University of Notre Dame and Under Armour reached an agreement in which Under Armour will provide uniforms, apparel,equipment, and monetary compensation to Notre Dame for 10 years.	Who currently provides uniforms to Notre Dame sport teams?	Under Armour
This contract, worth almost $100 million, is the most lucrative in the history of the NCAA.	What is the value of the contract between Under Armour and Notre Dame?	almost $100 million
The band, which began in 1846 and has a claim as the oldest university band in continuous existence in the United States, was honored by the National Music Council as a "Landmark of American Music" during the United States Bicentennial.	When did the Notre Dame marching band form?	1846
The band, which began in 1846 and has a claim as the oldest university band in continuous existence in the United States, was honored by the National Music Council as a "Landmark of American Music" during the United States Bicentennial.	What is notable about the Notre Dame marching band?	oldest university band in continuous existence in the United States
The band regularly plays the school's fight song the Notre Dame Victory March, which was named as the most played and most famous fight song by Northern Illinois Professor William Studwell.	What is the Notre Dame fight song?	Notre Dame Victory March
The Notre Dame football team has a long history, first beginning when the Michigan Wolverines football team brought football to Notre Dame in 1887 and played against a group of students.	Which team did Notre Dame's football team find inspiration from?	Michigan Wolverines football team
The Notre Dame football team has a long history, first beginning when the Michigan Wolverines football team brought football to Notre Dame in 1887 and played against a group of students.	In what year did Notre Dame football begin?	1887
Additionally, the program has the most members in the College Football Hall of Fame, is tied with Ohio State University with the most Heisman Trophies won, and have the highest winning percentage in NCAA history.	What university is Notre Dame tied with in terms of most Heisman Trophy winners?	Ohio State University
With the long history, Notre Dame has accumulated many rivals, and its annual game against USC for the Jeweled Shillelagh has been named by some as one of the most important in college football and is often called the greatest intersectional rivalry in college football in the country.	Against which team does Notre Dame compete for the Jeweled Shillelagh?	USC
Additionally, the program has the most members in the College Football Hall of Fame, is tied with Ohio State University with the most Heisman Trophies won, and have the highest winning percentage in NCAA history.	In terms of Notre Dame students in the College Football Hall of Fame the amount of students named is what ?	the most
George Gipp was the school's legendary football player during 1916–20.	What notable football player played at Notre Dame from 1916 to 1920?	George Gipp
It was in 1928 that famed coach Knute Rockne used his final conversation with the dying Gipp to inspire the Notre Dame team to beat the Army team and "win one for the Gipper.	Against which opponent did Knute Rockne tell his team to "win one for the Gipper?"	the Army team
" The 1940 film, Knute Rockne, All American, starred Pat O'Brien as Knute Rockne and Ronald Reagan as Gipp.	Which person portrayed Knute Rockne in the 1940 movie "Knute Rockne?"	Pat O'Brien
" The 1940 film, Knute Rockne, All American, starred Pat O'Brien as Knute Rockne and Ronald Reagan as Gipp.	Ronald Reagan played the role of whom in 1940's "Knute Rockne?"	Gipp
Today the team competes in Notre Dame Stadium, an 80,795-seat stadium on campus.	How many seats are in Notre Dame Stadium?	80,795
Zahm House's two-story banner).	What is displayed at Zahm House for football home games at Notre Dame?	two-story banner
Traditional activities begin at the stroke of midnight with the Drummers' Circle.	What occurs at midnight preceding a football home game at Notre Dame?	the Drummers' Circle
The band entire will play a concert at the steps of Bond Hall, from where they will march into Notre Dame Stadium, leading fans and students alike across campus to the game.	From where does the Band of the Fighting Irish lead a march to the Notre Dame Stadium for football home games?	the steps of Bond Hall
Later that day, the trumpet section will play the Notre Dame Victory March and the Notre Dame Alma Mater under the dome.	What songs does the trumpet section of the Band of the Fighting Irish play preceding home football games?	the Notre Dame Victory March and the Notre Dame Alma Mater
This tradition involves the drum line of the Band of the Fighting Irish and ushers in the rest of the festivities that will continue the rest of the gameday Saturday.	On what day do Notre Dame home football games occur?	Saturday
The men's basketball team has over 1,600 wins, one of only 12 schools who have reached that mark, and have appeared in 28 NCAA tournaments.	How many wins does the Notre Dame men's basketball team have?	over 1,600
The men's basketball team has over 1,600 wins, one of only 12 schools who have reached that mark, and have appeared in 28 NCAA tournaments.	How many schools have a similar men's basketball record to Notre Dame in terms of wins?	12
The men's basketball team has over 1,600 wins, one of only 12 schools who have reached that mark, and have appeared in 28 NCAA tournaments.	How many NCAA tournaments did the Notre Dame men's basketball team take part in?	28
Former player Austin Carr holds the record for most points scored in a single game of the tournament with 61.	Which Notre Dame men's basketball player has the record for more points in one game?	Austin Carr
The team is coached by Mike Brey, who, as of the 2014–15 season, his fifteenth at Notre Dame, has achieved a 332-165 record.	Who was the Notre Dame men's basketball coach in 2014?	Mike Brey
Shea, a 1904 graduate, wrote the music, and his brother, John F. Shea, who earned degrees in 1906 and 1908, wrote the original lyrics.	Who wrote the original lyrics to the Notre Dame Victory March?	John F. Shea
Shea, a 1904 graduate, wrote the music, and his brother, John F.	In what year did Michael J. Shea graduate from Notre Dame?	1904
The Rev. Michael J. Shea, a 1904 graduate, wrote the music, and his brother, John F.	Who is responsible for writing the music for "Notre Dame Victory March?"	Rev. Michael J. Shea
it first appeared under the copyright of the University of Notre Dame in 1928.	In what year did "Notre Dame Victory March" get copyrighted?	1928
While her loyal sons are marching, onward to victory!	To where are the loyal sons in "Notre Dame Fight Song" marching?	onward to victory
George Gipp was played by Ronald Reagan, whose nickname "The Gipper" was derived from this role.	Ronald Reagan had a nickname, what was it?	The Gipper
This scene was parodied in the movie Airplane! with the same background music, only this time honoring George Zipp, one of Ted Striker's former comrades.	In what film did a parody of the "Win one for the Gipper" speech appear?	Airplane!
The song also was prominent in the movie Rudy, with Sean Astin as Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger, who harbored dreams of playing football at the University of Notre Dame despite significant obstacles.	Who starred as Daniel Ruettiger in the film Rudy?	Sean Astin
with the same background music, only this time honoring George Zipp, one of Ted Striker's former comrades.	Which person was a former comrade to Ted Striker in the film Airplane!?	George Zipp
In the film Knute Rockne, All American, Knute Rockne (played by Pat O'Brien) delivers the famous "Win one for the Gipper" speech, at which point the background music swells with the "Notre Dame Victory March".	Pat O'Brien portrayed which person in the film Knute Rockne?	Knute Rockne
Alumni working in political fields include state governors, members of the United States Congress, and former United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.	Which Secretary of State attended Notre Dame?	Condoleezza Rice
A notable alumnus of the College of Science is Medicine Nobel Prize winner Eric F. Wieschaus.	Which Notre Dame alum from the College of Science won a Nobel Prize?	Eric F. Wieschaus
A number of university heads are alumni, including Notre Dame's current president, the Rev. John Jenkins.	Who is the current president of Notre Dame?	Rev. John Jenkins
With the university having high profile sports teams itself, a number of alumni went on to become involved in athletics outside the university, including professional baseball, basketball, football, and ice hockey players, such as Joe Theismann, Joe Montana, Tim Brown, Ross Browner, Rocket Ismail, Ruth Riley, Jeff Samardzija, Jerome Bettis, Brett Lebda, Olympic gold medalist Mariel Zagunis, professional boxer Mike Lee, former football coaches such as Charlie Weis, Frank Leahy and Knute Rockne, and Basketball Hall of Famers Austin Carr and Adrian Dantley.	Mariel Zagunis is notable for winning what?	Olympic gold
and astronaut Jim Wetherbee.	Which notable astronaut is known to have attended Notre Dame?	Jim Wetherbee
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.	When did Beyonce start becoming popular?	in the late 1990s
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.	What areas did Beyonce compete in when she was growing up?	singing and dancing
Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".	When did Beyonce leave Destiny's Child and become a solo singer?	2003
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.	In what city and state did Beyonce grow up?	Houston, Texas
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.	In which decade did Beyonce become famous?	late 1990s
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.	In what R&B group was she the lead singer?	Destiny's Child
Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".	What album made her a worldwide known artist?	Dangerously in Love
Managed by her father, Mathew Knowles, the group became one of the world's best-selling girl groups of all time.	Who managed the Destiny's Child group?	Mathew Knowles
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.	In what city did Beyonce grow up?	Houston
Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".	What was the name of Beyonce's first solo album?	Dangerously in Love
Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter (/biːˈjɒnseɪ/ bee-YON-say) (born September 4, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer and actress.	On what date was Beyonce born?	September 4, 1981
Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter (/biːˈjɒnseɪ/ bee-YON-say) (born September 4, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer and actress.	What is Beyonce's full name?	Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.	When did Beyoncé rise to fame?	late 1990s
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.	What role did Beyoncé have in Destiny's Child?	lead singer
Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".	What was the first album Beyoncé released as a solo artist?	Dangerously in Love
Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".	When did Beyoncé release Dangerously in Love?	2003
Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".	How many Grammy awards did Beyoncé win for her first solo album?	five
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.	What was Beyoncé's role in Destiny's Child?	lead singer
Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".	What was the name of Beyoncé's first solo album?	Dangerously in Love
Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".	When did Beyoncé release her first solo album?	2003
Beyoncé also ventured into acting, with a Golden Globe-nominated performance in Dreamgirls (2006), and starring roles in The Pink Panther (2006) and Obsessed (2009).	After her second solo album, what other entertainment venture did Beyonce explore?	acting
Her marriage to rapper Jay Z and portrayal of Etta James in Cadillac Records (2008) influenced her third album, I Am.	Which artist did Beyonce marry?	Jay Z
Sasha Fierce (2008), which saw the birth of her alter-ego Sasha Fierce and earned a record-setting six Grammy Awards in 2010, including Song of the Year for "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)".	To set the record for Grammys, how many did Beyonce win?	six
Beyoncé also ventured into acting, with a Golden Globe-nominated performance in Dreamgirls (2006), and starring roles in The Pink Panther (2006) and Obsessed (2009).	For what movie did Beyonce receive her first Golden Globe nomination?	Dreamgirls
Sasha Fierce (2008), which saw the birth of her alter-ego Sasha Fierce and earned a record-setting six Grammy Awards in 2010, including Song of the Year for "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)".	When did Beyonce take a hiatus in her career and take control of her management?	2010
Beyoncé also ventured into acting, with a Golden Globe-nominated performance in Dreamgirls (2006), and starring roles in The Pink Panther (2006) and Obsessed (2009).	Which album was darker in tone from her previous work?	Beyoncé
Her marriage to rapper Jay Z and portrayal of Etta James in Cadillac Records (2008) influenced her third album, I Am.	After what movie portraying Etta James, did Beyonce create Sasha Fierce?	Cadillac Records
Following the disbandment of Destiny's Child in June 2005, she released her second solo album, B'Day (2006), which contained hits "Déjà Vu", "Irreplaceable", and "Beautiful Liar".	When did Destiny's Child end their group act?	June 2005
Following the disbandment of Destiny's Child in June 2005, she released her second solo album, B'Day (2006), which contained hits "Déjà Vu", "Irreplaceable", and "Beautiful Liar".	What was the name of Beyoncé's second solo album?	B'Day
Beyoncé also ventured into acting, with a Golden Globe-nominated performance in Dreamgirls (2006), and starring roles in The Pink Panther (2006) and Obsessed (2009).	What was Beyoncé's first acting job, in 2006?	Dreamgirls
Her marriage to rapper Jay Z and portrayal of Etta James in Cadillac Records (2008) influenced her third album, I Am.	Who is Beyoncé married to?	Jay Z

In 1842, the Bishop of Vincennes, Célestine Guynemer de la Hailandière, offered land to Father Edward Sorin of the Congregation of the Holy Cross, on the condition that he build a college in two years.

In what year was Father Edward Sorin given two years to create a college?

1842

In 1842, the Bishop of Vincennes, Célestine Guynemer de la Hailandière, offered land to Father Edward Sorin of the Congregation of the Holy Cross, on the condition that he build a college in two years.

Which individual offered land to Father Edward Sorin?

Célestine Guynemer de la Hailandière

In 1842, the Bishop of Vincennes, Célestine Guynemer de la Hailandière, offered land to Father Edward Sorin of the Congregation of the Holy Cross, on the condition that he build a college in two years.

Which church was Father Edward Sorin representing?

the Congregation of the Holy Cross

Sorin arrived on the site with eight Holy Cross brothers from France and Ireland on November 26, 1842, and began the school using Father Stephen Badin's old log chapel.

On what date did brothers from Holy Cross arrive at the future location of Notre Dame?

November 26, 1842

Sorin arrived on the site with eight Holy Cross brothers from France and Ireland on November 26, 1842, and began the school using Father Stephen Badin's old log chapel.

Which structure was the first used for the purposes of the college?

Father Stephen Badin's old log chapel

The first degrees from the college were awarded in 1849.

In what year did the initial degrees get handed out at Notre Dame?

1849

The original Main Building built by Sorin just after he arrived was replaced by a larger "Main Building" in 1865, which housed the university's administration, classrooms, and dormitories.

In what year did the original Sorin built Main Building get replaced?

1865

Beginning in 1873, a library collection was started by Father Lemonnier.

Which individual began a library at Notre Dame?

Father Lemonnier

By 1879 it had grown to ten thousand volumes that were housed in the Main Building.

In what year had the library at Notre Dame reach 10,000 books?

1879

Beginning in 1873, a library collection was started by Father Lemonnier.

In what year was the library at Notre Dame started?

1873

The television station, NDtv, grew from one show in 2002 to a full 24-hour channel with original programming by September 2006.

Which television station finds its home at Notre Dame?

NDtv

The television station, NDtv, grew from one show in 2002 to a full 24-hour channel with original programming by September 2006.

How many programs did NDtv feature in 2002?

one show

WSND-FM serves the student body and larger South Bend community at 88.

Which radio station provides radio to the students of Notre Dame at 88.9 FM?

WSND-FM

More recently, however, WVFI has been airing independently and is streamed on the Internet.

Which internet radio station of Notre Dame is served as an internet stream?

WVFI

The first phase of Eddy Street Commons, a $215 million development located adjacent to the University of Notre Dame campus and funded by the university, broke ground on June 3, 2008.

How much is Eddy Street Commons at Notre Dame expected to cost?

$215 million

The first phase of Eddy Street Commons, a $215 million development located adjacent to the University of Notre Dame campus and funded by the university, broke ground on June 3, 2008.

When was ground broke on the Eddy Street Commons Project of Notre Dame?

June 3, 2008

The developer, Kite Realty out of Indianapolis, has made agreements with major national chains rather than local businesses, a move that has led to criticism from alumni and students.

Who is the developer of Eddy Street Commons?

Kite Realty

The Eddy Street Commons drew union protests when workers hired by the City of South Bend to construct the public parking garage picketed the private work site after a contractor hired non-union workers.

Which entity did Notre Dame hire to build a parking structure outside of Eddy Street Commons?

the City of South Bend

The Eddy Street Commons drew union protests when workers hired by the City of South Bend to construct the public parking garage picketed the private work site after a contractor hired non-union workers.

There were protested as a part of the construction at Eddy Street Commons, they came due tot he hiring of whom?

non-union workers

They compete as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I, primarily competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) for all sports since the 2013–14 school year.

What does the acronym NCAA stand for?

National Collegiate Athletic Association

The Fighting Irish previously competed in the Horizon League from 1982-83 to 1985-86, and again from 1987-88 to 1994-95, and then in the Big East Conference through 2012–13.

Which league did Notre Dame Fighting Irish teams participate in in 1982?

Horizon League

Both fencing teams compete in the Midwest Fencing Conference, and the men's ice hockey team competes in Hockey East.

What when conference do the Notre Dame fencing teams take part in?

Midwest Fencing Conference

Both fencing teams compete in the Midwest Fencing Conference, and the men's ice hockey team competes in Hockey East.

There is a conference that the male hockey team of Notre Dame competes in, what is it?

Hockey East

The Fighting Irish previously competed in the Horizon League from 1982-83 to 1985-86, and again from 1987-88 to 1994-95, and then in the Big East Conference through 2012–13.

In what conference did the Fighting Irish take part in in 2012?

Big East Conference

The Irish left the Big East for the ACC during a prolonged period of instability in the Big East;

To what conference did the Fighting Irish go after the Big East?

the ACC

while they maintain their football independence, they have committed to play five games per season against ACC opponents.

How many teams in each season do the Fighting Irish commit to play against ACC opponents?

five

In ice hockey, the Irish were forced to find a new conference home after the Big Ten Conference's decision to add the sport in 2013–14 led to a cascade of conference moves that culminated in the dissolution of the school's former hockey home, the Central Collegiate Hockey Association, after the 2012–13 season.

Where did the Fighting Irish hockey team compete prior to a move to Hockey East, in terms of conference?

Central Collegiate Hockey Association

The official colors of Notre Dame are Navy Blue and Gold Rush which are worn in competition by its athletic teams.

What colors are the official ones used by Notre Dame in sport competition?

Navy Blue and Gold Rush

The Notre Dame Leprechaun is the mascot of the athletic teams.

What type of mascot do the Notre Dame sport teams have?

Leprechaun

On July 1, 2014, the University of Notre Dame and Under Armour reached an agreement in which Under Armour will provide uniforms, apparel,equipment, and monetary compensation to Notre Dame for 10 years.

Who currently provides uniforms to Notre Dame sport teams?

Under Armour

This contract, worth almost $100 million, is the most lucrative in the history of the NCAA.

What is the value of the contract between Under Armour and Notre Dame?

almost $100 million

The band, which began in 1846 and has a claim as the oldest university band in continuous existence in the United States, was honored by the National Music Council as a "Landmark of American Music" during the United States Bicentennial.

When did the Notre Dame marching band form?

1846

The band, which began in 1846 and has a claim as the oldest university band in continuous existence in the United States, was honored by the National Music Council as a "Landmark of American Music" during the United States Bicentennial.

What is notable about the Notre Dame marching band?

oldest university band in continuous existence in the United States

The band regularly plays the school's fight song the Notre Dame Victory March, which was named as the most played and most famous fight song by Northern Illinois Professor William Studwell.

What is the Notre Dame fight song?

Notre Dame Victory March

The Notre Dame football team has a long history, first beginning when the Michigan Wolverines football team brought football to Notre Dame in 1887 and played against a group of students.

Which team did Notre Dame's football team find inspiration from?

Michigan Wolverines football team

The Notre Dame football team has a long history, first beginning when the Michigan Wolverines football team brought football to Notre Dame in 1887 and played against a group of students.

In what year did Notre Dame football begin?

1887

Additionally, the program has the most members in the College Football Hall of Fame, is tied with Ohio State University with the most Heisman Trophies won, and have the highest winning percentage in NCAA history.

What university is Notre Dame tied with in terms of most Heisman Trophy winners?

Ohio State University

With the long history, Notre Dame has accumulated many rivals, and its annual game against USC for the Jeweled Shillelagh has been named by some as one of the most important in college football and is often called the greatest intersectional rivalry in college football in the country.

Against which team does Notre Dame compete for the Jeweled Shillelagh?

USC

Additionally, the program has the most members in the College Football Hall of Fame, is tied with Ohio State University with the most Heisman Trophies won, and have the highest winning percentage in NCAA history.

In terms of Notre Dame students in the College Football Hall of Fame the amount of students named is what ?

the most

George Gipp was the school's legendary football player during 1916–20.

What notable football player played at Notre Dame from 1916 to 1920?

George Gipp

It was in 1928 that famed coach Knute Rockne used his final conversation with the dying Gipp to inspire the Notre Dame team to beat the Army team and "win one for the Gipper.

Against which opponent did Knute Rockne tell his team to "win one for the Gipper?"

the Army team

" The 1940 film, Knute Rockne, All American, starred Pat O'Brien as Knute Rockne and Ronald Reagan as Gipp.

Which person portrayed Knute Rockne in the 1940 movie "Knute Rockne?"

Pat O'Brien

" The 1940 film, Knute Rockne, All American, starred Pat O'Brien as Knute Rockne and Ronald Reagan as Gipp.

Ronald Reagan played the role of whom in 1940's "Knute Rockne?"

Gipp

Today the team competes in Notre Dame Stadium, an 80,795-seat stadium on campus.

How many seats are in Notre Dame Stadium?

80,795

Zahm House's two-story banner).

What is displayed at Zahm House for football home games at Notre Dame?

two-story banner

Traditional activities begin at the stroke of midnight with the Drummers' Circle.

What occurs at midnight preceding a football home game at Notre Dame?

the Drummers' Circle

The band entire will play a concert at the steps of Bond Hall, from where they will march into Notre Dame Stadium, leading fans and students alike across campus to the game.

From where does the Band of the Fighting Irish lead a march to the Notre Dame Stadium for football home games?

the steps of Bond Hall

Later that day, the trumpet section will play the Notre Dame Victory March and the Notre Dame Alma Mater under the dome.

What songs does the trumpet section of the Band of the Fighting Irish play preceding home football games?

the Notre Dame Victory March and the Notre Dame Alma Mater

This tradition involves the drum line of the Band of the Fighting Irish and ushers in the rest of the festivities that will continue the rest of the gameday Saturday.

On what day do Notre Dame home football games occur?

Saturday

The men's basketball team has over 1,600 wins, one of only 12 schools who have reached that mark, and have appeared in 28 NCAA tournaments.

How many wins does the Notre Dame men's basketball team have?

over 1,600

The men's basketball team has over 1,600 wins, one of only 12 schools who have reached that mark, and have appeared in 28 NCAA tournaments.

How many schools have a similar men's basketball record to Notre Dame in terms of wins?

12

The men's basketball team has over 1,600 wins, one of only 12 schools who have reached that mark, and have appeared in 28 NCAA tournaments.

How many NCAA tournaments did the Notre Dame men's basketball team take part in?

28

Former player Austin Carr holds the record for most points scored in a single game of the tournament with 61.

Which Notre Dame men's basketball player has the record for more points in one game?

Austin Carr

The team is coached by Mike Brey, who, as of the 2014–15 season, his fifteenth at Notre Dame, has achieved a 332-165 record.

Who was the Notre Dame men's basketball coach in 2014?

Mike Brey

Shea, a 1904 graduate, wrote the music, and his brother, John F. Shea, who earned degrees in 1906 and 1908, wrote the original lyrics.

Who wrote the original lyrics to the Notre Dame Victory March?

John F. Shea

Shea, a 1904 graduate, wrote the music, and his brother, John F.

In what year did Michael J. Shea graduate from Notre Dame?

1904

The Rev. Michael J. Shea, a 1904 graduate, wrote the music, and his brother, John F.

Who is responsible for writing the music for "Notre Dame Victory March?"

Rev. Michael J. Shea

it first appeared under the copyright of the University of Notre Dame in 1928.

In what year did "Notre Dame Victory March" get copyrighted?

1928

While her loyal sons are marching, onward to victory!

To where are the loyal sons in "Notre Dame Fight Song" marching?

onward to victory

George Gipp was played by Ronald Reagan, whose nickname "The Gipper" was derived from this role.

Ronald Reagan had a nickname, what was it?

The Gipper

This scene was parodied in the movie Airplane! with the same background music, only this time honoring George Zipp, one of Ted Striker's former comrades.

In what film did a parody of the "Win one for the Gipper" speech appear?

Airplane!

The song also was prominent in the movie Rudy, with Sean Astin as Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger, who harbored dreams of playing football at the University of Notre Dame despite significant obstacles.

Who starred as Daniel Ruettiger in the film Rudy?

Sean Astin

with the same background music, only this time honoring George Zipp, one of Ted Striker's former comrades.

Which person was a former comrade to Ted Striker in the film Airplane!?

George Zipp

In the film Knute Rockne, All American, Knute Rockne (played by Pat O'Brien) delivers the famous "Win one for the Gipper" speech, at which point the background music swells with the "Notre Dame Victory March".

Pat O'Brien portrayed which person in the film Knute Rockne?

Knute Rockne

Alumni working in political fields include state governors, members of the United States Congress, and former United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.

Which Secretary of State attended Notre Dame?

Condoleezza Rice

A notable alumnus of the College of Science is Medicine Nobel Prize winner Eric F. Wieschaus.

Which Notre Dame alum from the College of Science won a Nobel Prize?

Eric F. Wieschaus

A number of university heads are alumni, including Notre Dame's current president, the Rev. John Jenkins.

Who is the current president of Notre Dame?

Rev. John Jenkins

With the university having high profile sports teams itself, a number of alumni went on to become involved in athletics outside the university, including professional baseball, basketball, football, and ice hockey players, such as Joe Theismann, Joe Montana, Tim Brown, Ross Browner, Rocket Ismail, Ruth Riley, Jeff Samardzija, Jerome Bettis, Brett Lebda, Olympic gold medalist Mariel Zagunis, professional boxer Mike Lee, former football coaches such as Charlie Weis, Frank Leahy and Knute Rockne, and Basketball Hall of Famers Austin Carr and Adrian Dantley.

Mariel Zagunis is notable for winning what?

Olympic gold

and astronaut Jim Wetherbee.

Which notable astronaut is known to have attended Notre Dame?

Jim Wetherbee

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.

When did Beyonce start becoming popular?

in the late 1990s

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.

What areas did Beyonce compete in when she was growing up?

singing and dancing

Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".

When did Beyonce leave Destiny's Child and become a solo singer?

2003

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.

In what city and state did Beyonce grow up?

Houston, Texas

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.

In which decade did Beyonce become famous?

late 1990s

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.

In what R&B group was she the lead singer?

Destiny's Child

Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".

What album made her a worldwide known artist?

Dangerously in Love

Managed by her father, Mathew Knowles, the group became one of the world's best-selling girl groups of all time.

Who managed the Destiny's Child group?

Mathew Knowles

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.

In what city did Beyonce grow up?

Houston

Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".

What was the name of Beyonce's first solo album?

Dangerously in Love

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter (/biːˈjɒnseɪ/ bee-YON-say) (born September 4, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer and actress.

On what date was Beyonce born?

September 4, 1981

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter (/biːˈjɒnseɪ/ bee-YON-say) (born September 4, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer and actress.

What is Beyonce's full name?

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.

When did Beyoncé rise to fame?

late 1990s

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.

What role did Beyoncé have in Destiny's Child?

lead singer

Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".

What was the first album Beyoncé released as a solo artist?

Dangerously in Love

Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".

When did Beyoncé release Dangerously in Love?

2003

Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".

How many Grammy awards did Beyoncé win for her first solo album?

five

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child.

What was Beyoncé's role in Destiny's Child?

lead singer

Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".

What was the name of Beyoncé's first solo album?

Dangerously in Love

Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy".

When did Beyoncé release her first solo album?

2003

Beyoncé also ventured into acting, with a Golden Globe-nominated performance in Dreamgirls (2006), and starring roles in The Pink Panther (2006) and Obsessed (2009).

After her second solo album, what other entertainment venture did Beyonce explore?

acting

Her marriage to rapper Jay Z and portrayal of Etta James in Cadillac Records (2008) influenced her third album, I Am.

Which artist did Beyonce marry?

Jay Z

Sasha Fierce (2008), which saw the birth of her alter-ego Sasha Fierce and earned a record-setting six Grammy Awards in 2010, including Song of the Year for "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)".

To set the record for Grammys, how many did Beyonce win?

six

Beyoncé also ventured into acting, with a Golden Globe-nominated performance in Dreamgirls (2006), and starring roles in The Pink Panther (2006) and Obsessed (2009).

For what movie did Beyonce receive her first Golden Globe nomination?

Dreamgirls

Sasha Fierce (2008), which saw the birth of her alter-ego Sasha Fierce and earned a record-setting six Grammy Awards in 2010, including Song of the Year for "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)".

When did Beyonce take a hiatus in her career and take control of her management?

2010

Beyoncé also ventured into acting, with a Golden Globe-nominated performance in Dreamgirls (2006), and starring roles in The Pink Panther (2006) and Obsessed (2009).

Which album was darker in tone from her previous work?

Beyoncé

Her marriage to rapper Jay Z and portrayal of Etta James in Cadillac Records (2008) influenced her third album, I Am.

After what movie portraying Etta James, did Beyonce create Sasha Fierce?

Cadillac Records

Following the disbandment of Destiny's Child in June 2005, she released her second solo album, B'Day (2006), which contained hits "Déjà Vu", "Irreplaceable", and "Beautiful Liar".

When did Destiny's Child end their group act?

June 2005

Following the disbandment of Destiny's Child in June 2005, she released her second solo album, B'Day (2006), which contained hits "Déjà Vu", "Irreplaceable", and "Beautiful Liar".

What was the name of Beyoncé's second solo album?

B'Day

Beyoncé also ventured into acting, with a Golden Globe-nominated performance in Dreamgirls (2006), and starring roles in The Pink Panther (2006) and Obsessed (2009).

What was Beyoncé's first acting job, in 2006?

Dreamgirls

Her marriage to rapper Jay Z and portrayal of Etta James in Cadillac Records (2008) influenced her third album, I Am.

Who is Beyoncé married to?

Jay Z