Law Library Newsletter, Volume 3, Issue 2 - Biolchini Hall Dedication Issue 2011

Biolchini Hall of Law Dedication October 8, 2010 Notre Dame Law School’s completely renovated Biolchini Hall of Law was dedicated on Friday October 8. Fr. John Jenkins blessed the building after a mass of celebration in the Basilica. The Hall is named in honor of the Biolchini family. A $15 million gift from Robert and his wife Fran — and a number of additional gifts from other generous benefactors — made the renovation possible. A private reception and dinner was held for all the benefactors after the ceremonies. Among the honored guests and speakers was Associate Justice Samuel Anthony Alito, Jr. Connected by a covered archway and student commons to the Law School’s new Eck Hall of Law (consisting of 92,000 square feet), the renovated Biolchini Hall of Law (consisting of 106,500 square feet) The Biolchinis dedicated The Biolchini Hall of Law “to their six children and to all those who study here, seeking God’s Justice through Faith and the Rule of Law.