OPAC is dedicated to articulating and proclaiming the mission of the University of Notre Dame.

The Office of Public Affairs and Communications advances Notre Dame’s vision by providing strategic and creative communications expertise to compellingly tell the Notre Dame story to multiple audiences using traditional media and emerging technologies.

We offer the experience and judgment to help shape, protect and promote the University’s reputation, and build strategic partnerships with many stakeholders, including members of the Notre Dame family, government agencies, community partners, internal colleagues, the media and others. We operate with integrity, openness, passion and a spirit of service to fulfill Notre Dame’s mission as a Catholic university.

The Vision of OPAC

We are the recognized leaders and experts in advancing Notre Dame’s mission and reputation through communications, community partnerships and government relations.