Why Our Open Letters Matter
At Sycamore Trust, we believe that preserving the faithful Catholic mission of the University of Notre Dame requires clear, public accountability. Our open‑letters are a way for those who care deeply about the University’s Catholic identity — alumni, parents, students, and friends — to raise their voices together in support of fidelity to Church teaching. These documents invite the University’s leadership to act decisively, always rooted in the perennial teaching of the Church.
Who Can Sign Our Open Letters
You don’t need to be a Notre Dame alum to sign our Open Letters. Students, parents, faculty, friends of the University — and all faithful Catholics concerned for the integrity of Catholic institutions — have a stake in her identity.
Each letter addresses a specific issue that bears on the Catholic mission of Notre Dame. But these are not merely local concerns. As the most prominent Catholic university in the country, Notre Dame shapes the landscape of Catholic higher education nationwide. Its example influences countless other Catholic schools — for better or worse. When Notre Dame departs from Catholic teaching or compromises its mission, it sends a signal that reverberates far beyond South Bend. That’s why every Catholic who cares about the future of faithful Catholic education has a reason to stand with us.
Our principal letter — in support of Catholic identity — is featured below, along with our two most recent letters. Additional letters are available in our archives. We invite you to read, share, and add your name. Your voice strengthens the call for Notre Dame to remain true to her founding purpose — and helps defend the integrity of Catholic education everywhere.
- Stand with us today. Add your name to an Open Letter.
Stop Pornography
Join alumni and students demanding Notre Dame end campus access to pornography. Sign this appeal for action in line with Catholic values.
Rescind Biden's Laetare
Call on Notre Dame to revoke its award to Joe Biden. Urge leaders to uphold Church teaching on life, truth, and moral integrity.
Support Catholic ID
Urge Notre Dame to recommit to its Catholic mission. Sign this letter affirming fidelity to the faith at the heart of the University.
Our Open Letter Archives will be available soon. There, you’ll find all of our past letters addressing critical moments — from the honoring of disgraced Cardinal McCarrick and the arrest of the “ND 88” pro-life protesters on campus to the invitation of President Biden to deliver the Commencement address. We invite you to stand with us. Add your name. Share with your classmates, your parish, and your Notre Dame circle.
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