The 2026 Conway Lectures
Begun in 2002 in honor of Robert M. Conway, Notre Dame alumnus and trustee and long-time friend and supporter of the Medieval Institute, the annual Conway Lectures bring senior scholars of international distinction to Notre Dame each fall to speak on topics across a variety of disciplines. The 2026 Conway Lectures are on “Religion and Law in the Medieval World” and will be delivered by Marc Herman (York University), Rob Gleave (University of Exeter), and Melodie Eichbauer (Florida Gulf Coast University).
Game Day Festivities: Medieval Combat & Swordsmithing
Join the Medieval Institute for another thrilling tailgate before the Fighting Irish take on the Michigan State Spartans! Our 2026 tailgate will be bigger and better than ever, with the return of Theatrica Gladiatoria and Cedarlore Forge to the tent. This event is free and open to the public—all people of all ages are welcome!
Alumni Spotlight: Michael Waddell (Ph.D. '00)
Each fall and spring we present a new Alumni Spotlight featuring the career paths of Institute alumni. Our Spring 2026 Spotlight features Professor Michael Waddell (Ph.D. '00), Professor at Saint Mary's College, where he holds the Edna and George McMahon Aquinas Chair in Philosophy. He is also the founding director of the institution's Autism Studies program.
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