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Notre Dame Bookstore Reverses Course, Hosts Ivan Maisel Signing

12/11/2025

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The Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore reversed its cancellation and will host the book signing with Ivan Maisel (author), proceeding after backlash.
The cancellation stemmed from Maisel's role on the College Football Playoff selection committee, which did not include Notre Dame in its 12-team field.
Maisel recused himself from Notre Dame discussions due to a potential conflict of interest, and the bookstore acted without input from the athletic department.

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The Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore reversed its cancellation and will host the book signing with Ivan Maisel (author), proceeding after backlash.
The cancellation stemmed from Maisel's role on the College Football Playoff selection committee, which did not include Notre Dame in its 12-team field.
Maisel recused himself from Notre Dame discussions due to a potential conflict of interest, and the bookstore acted without input from the athletic department.