175 Years in California: Media Gallery
Enjoy a look at celebrations of being woven together in God’s goodness over 175 years in California.
Video Gallery
Thank you for a wonderful celebration
Thank you to everyone for your presence, prayers and generous support as we celebrate the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur’s 175th year in California on October 4, 2026. Supporting celebrations like this helps carry forward the legacy of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur and strengthens our commitment to education, justice and God’s goodness in the world.
Also see: Instagram Reel of the luncheon
One Word Describing 175 Years of the SNDdeN in California
To help celebrate, Sisters and partners in California express what this anniversary means in One Word: Sisters Jeanette Braun, Joan Burke, Kathryn Keenan, Louise O’Reilly, Martin de Porres Coleman and Virginia Unger, SNDdeN, and Associates Amy Jobin and Sara Maennle, AND.
Reflections on the Hallmarks
How the Hallmarks align with the Sisters’ 175th anniversary in California, according to Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur Jeanette Braun, Joan Burke, Kathryn Keenan, Louise O’Reilly and Martin de Porres Coleman and Associates Amy Jobin and Sara Maennle, AND.
Celebrating 175 Years of Notre Dame de Namur University
Since 1851, Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) has transformed lives through education, service and community. In this video, Sisters Louise O’Reilly, Jean Stoner, Roseanne Murphy and Kathryn Keenan, SNDdeN contribute their reflections on SNDdeN and NDNU’s remarkable journey.
April 2026 Liturgical Celebration
April 17, 2026 Eucharistic Liturgy at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph in San José, California, celebrating the 175th anniversary of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur in California.
Presentation: SNDdeN's California History
Sister Louise O’Reilly, SNDdeN’s beautiful, detailed video about the origins and milestones of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur in California. The video is narrated by Sister Yvonne Bondi, SNDdeN.
Photo Albums: 175 Years in California
Luncheon to Celebrate 175 Years in California
Oct. 4, 2026 luncheon to honor the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur’s 175th year in California.
175 Years at Notre Dame High School - San Jose
The Sisters joined Notre Dame High School, San José, on April 17, 2026, for a celebration of the school’s 175th year.