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In the news — the list below includes news stories that were hand-picked to appear on the UD Main web site.

  • Car Talk 

    - July, 24 2008 - CNN Money, Forbes, USA Today, Newsday and 177 other outlets in at least 30 states and 10 countries picked up an Associated Press story that quoted UD car historian John Heitmann about the 100th anniversary of the Model T. More >>

  • A Great Place to Work 

    - July, 15 2008 - The University of Dayton is one of the best places to work in the country, according to The Chronicle of Higher Education's 2008 Great Colleges to Work For survey. More >>

  • Shortened Hours 

    - July, 14 2008 - A problem with the air-conditioning system in the campus library means shorter hours this week. More >>

  • Exceptional Leaders 

    - July, 13 2008 - A commercial real estate developer, two money managers and the president of global operations of LexisNexis join the University of Dayton's board of trustees. More >>

  • Art on the Nanoscale 

    - July, 13 2008 - This photography studio of sorts gives new meaning to a "close up." Welcome to the Nanoscale, Engineering, Science and Technology (NEST) Lab. More >>

  • Spreading the Word 

    - July, 13 2008 - A Marianist priest's new book is a help to homilists around the world. More >>

  • Politics, Faith, Songs of Justice 

    - June, 30 2008 - The 2008-2009 Diversity Lecture Series features big names — Soledad O'Brien, Bishop Vashti McKenzie, Sweet Honey in the Rock — in a blend of politics, faith and songs of justice. More >>

  • Super Polymers  

    - June, 26 2008 - The University of Dayton Research Institute is in line to receive $5 million in Ohio Third Frontier funding for the development and commercialization of lightweight polymer composite coatings. More >>

  • STEM Scholarships 

    - June, 26 2008 - UD science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) students will have opportunities to share in $3.94 million in scholarships for the Dayton region through a new grant from the Ohio Board of Regents. More >>

  • Scholar Athletes 

    - June, 24 2008 - The University of Dayton placed 99 student-athletes on the Atlantic 10 Commissioner's Honor Roll with minimum GPAs of 3.5 during the spring 2008 semester. More >>

  • Detour Ahead 

    - June, 20 2008 - Starting June 23, people who use the Stewart Street bridge to reach campus will need to take a detour. More >>

  • Record-setting Reunion 

    - June, 18 2008 - A record number of alumni are set to return to campus for Reunion Weekend 2008. More >>

  • India Partners 

    - June, 16 2008 - The University of Dayton announces new partnerships with top business and engineering colleges in India. More >>

  • Lalanne in Lone Star State 

    - June, 13 2008 - A program that helps train and retain strong Catholic school teachers and places them into urban Catholic schools is expanding into Texas. More >>

  • Banner Year 

    - June, 12 2008 - Nationwide, colleges are dipping into their wait lists to ensure full first-year classes; not so at the University of Dayton. This fall's entering class is expected to have at least 100 students more than projected. More >>

  • Going Global  

    - June, 5 2008 - A record number of international students are choosing the University of Dayton, adding to UD's reputation as a great place for international study. More >>

  • Spurring Ohio Economic Development 

    - May, 27 2008 - UD's part of a $70 million award from the state of Ohio will establish three fully endowed professorships for researchers in advanced technology fields. More >>

  • Grads Have Head Start on College 

    - May, 27 2008 - The Dayton Early College Academy high school will graduate its second class this month, sending 100 percent of graduates to college. More >>

  • Jet Fuel from Coal 

    - May, 21 2008 - The University of Dayton Research Institute and the U.S. Air Force will construct and operate the country’s first federal research facility designed to find cleaner and more sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based jet fuel. More >>

  • First UD Rector Mourned 

    - May, 20 2008 - Brother Stanley Mathews, S.M., the University of Dayton's first rector and a passionate Marianist died this week at 85. More >>

  • An Environmental Pioneer 

    - May, 20 2008 - University of Dayton biology professor Bro. Don Geiger, S.M., a pioneer in land restoration, conservation and sustainability, will retire this month from teaching. More >>

  • Nationally Ranked  

    - May, 20 2008 - The Flyer Faithful earned the University of Dayton national ranking in the Top 30 for men's basketball attendance, once again leading the A-10. More >>

  • Trading for the Future 

    - May, 15 2008 - The new $520,000 Hanley Group Derivatives Trading Center will give UD finance students hands-on experience and a competitive edge. More >>

  • Too Close to Home 

    - May, 13 2008 - The powerful earthquake that hit China didn't harm the family of a University of Dayton student, but it left them living in a car. More >>

  • Two-Year Law Degree Difference: $100,000 

    - May, 9 2008 - The University of Dayton School of Law will graduate its first class of two-year summer-start students. More >>

  • A Winning Combination 

    - May, 8 2008 - The relationship between National City and UD athletics to support UD's nearly 400 student-athletes will continue until 2012. More >>

  • Academic Winners  

    - May, 7 2008 - The NCAA has recognized six University of Dayton athletic teams for academic rankings in the top 10 percent nationally. More >>

  • Two Graduation Celebrations 

    - May, 5 2008 - The University of Dayton honored and celebrated graduating students in two separate ceremonies May 3 and 4. More >>

  • Lessons in Urban Development 

    - May, 2 2008 - One of the most ambitious revitalization projects in Dayton involves a brownfield and an unlikely catalyst — the University of Dayton. More >>

  • Flexible Roadmap 

    - April, 23 2008 - What will campus visitors see in the future? Watch a video that brings the University of Dayton's master plan to life. More >>

  • A Global Perspective  

    - April, 23 2008 - The University of Dayton was the focus of a story on international education in one of India's largest newspapers. More >>

  • The Last Lecture  

    - April, 22 2008 - As spring commencement nears, University of Dayton professors offer final words of wisdom in the spirit of "the last lecture." More >>

  • Affirming Education  

    - April, 18 2008 - In a meeting with Catholic educators, UD President Daniel J. Curran heard Pope Benedict XVI praise the vital role that U.S. Catholic education has played – and should play – in lifting up the disadvantaged, strengthening the faith and pursuing truth. More >>

  • Papal Visit Commentary 

    - April, 17 2008 - UD faculty members are carefully observing the events of Pope Benedict XVI's visit and offer their observations about his messages. More >>

  • What's Next? 

    - April, 15 2008 - The University of Dayton's newly published President's Report chronicles transformative moments at a university that's clearly on the rise. More >>

  • Storied Giving 

    - April, 14 2008 - During an evening of shared stories and fellowship, the Leo Meyer Society welcomed 23 new members at a ceremony April 10. More >>

  • Academic Excellence 

    - April, 7 2008 - More than 600 students at the University of Dayton will display posters and make presentations based on research from a wide variety of academic fields and topics during the 19th annual Stander Symposium More >>

  • Engineering an Elite School  

    - April, 7 2008 - For the first time, the University of Dayton's graduate program in the School of Engineering has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report. More >>

  • No. 1 Again 

    - April, 7 2008 - The University of Dayton ranks No. 1 in international student satisfaction for second straight semester. More >>

  • Find Your Voice 

    - April, 4 2008 - Humorist Garrison Keillor shared his advice on how to be a successful writer at the 2008 Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop. More >>

  • A $10,000 Idea 

    - April, 3 2008 - The winning idea in the 2007 University of Dayton Business Plan Competition could save lives and create jobs in developing countries. More >>

  • Expanding the Chapel 

    - April, 1 2008 - The University of Dayton invites the public to give input and get questions answered about its plans to renovate the Immaculate Conception Chapel. More >>

  • Legacy of Laughter 

    - March, 31 2008 - Storyteller and humorist Garrison Keillor. Pulitzer Prize winners Mike Peters and Connie Schultz. It's no wonder this year's Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop sold out in three days. More >>

  • The Bell Heard 'Round the World 

    - March, 28 2008 - The University of Dayton transformed into Wall Street when the NASDAQ stock market rang its market-closing bell from the floor of the UD Arena. More >>

  • Think Global 

    - March, 27 2008 - Wall Street investment expert Bob Froehlich tells students that, as the U.S. teeters on a recession, it's a smart move to invest globally. More >>

  • Seeking Expert Advice 

    - March, 26 2008 - A pair of students travel halfway around the world to attend a global student investment forum at the University of Dayton. More >>

  • On the Road  

    - March, 25 2008 - The surging Dayton Flyers face Ohio State in the NIT quarterfinals March 26. The winner plays in Madison Square Garden. More >>

  • Financial Forecasting 

    - March, 24 2008 - See the historic NASDAQ remote closing bell ceremony hosted by the University of Dayton live on the Internet. More >>

  • Historic Moment 

    - March, 20 2008 - The University of Dayton is taking out a full-page ad in The Wall Street Journal to tout that NASDAQ is moving its closing bell ceremony from the heart of Times Square to campus March 27. More >>

  • Tournament Time  

    - March, 20 2008 - Flyer Faithful have two teams to follow in post-season basketball tournament action, as the UD men advance in the NIT and the UD women take on Bowling Green in the WNIT. More >>

  • Spring Break Service 

    - March, 14 2008 - More than 150 University of Dayton students will use week off from classes to serve others at home and abroad. More >>

  • Laser-Guided Research 

    - March, 7 2008 - UD's Ladar and Optical Communications Institute will house what is believed to be the nation's first ladar curriculum. UD students will be researching new ways for lasers to improve the safety of military personnel. More >>

  • Women's Basketball Honors 

    - March, 6 2008 - Flyer women's basketball coach Jim Jabir is named Atlantic 10 coach of the year. Three players receive all-conference honors. More >>

  • Investing in Quality  

    - March, 4 2008 - The University of Dayton will increase the cost of attendance 5.3 percent in the fall while investing substantially in student housing, faculty and academic programs. More >>

  • An Extraordinary Opportunity 

    - February, 18 2008 - A new campus master plan will change the face of the University of Dayton for decades to come with new academic facilities, green space and mixed-used development. More >>

  • Praying in Community 

    - February, 15 2008 - President Daniel J. Curran's letter to the campus community about the Northern Illinois University tragedy. More >>

  • Innovative and Collaborative 

    - February, 11 2008 - Those are words being used to describe Matthew Shank, newly named dean of the School of Business Administration. More >>

  • Pearly Parts 

    - February, 11 2008 - Scientists at the University of Dayton Research Institute are coaxing oysters to use their pearl-creating powers to apply coatings to metal parts. More >>

  • Through My Lens 

    - February, 5 2008 - Film director Spike Lee closes out the University of Dayton's Diversity Lecture Series on Feb. 18. He'll give a talk at the Schuster Center. More >>

  • A Season of Reflection 

    - February, 5 2008 - The University of Dayton is holding services and events throughout Lent to help people observe this time of repentance and renewal. More >>

  • RISE VIII 

    - January, 31 2008 - The University of Dayton's RISE VIII student investment forum will welcome some of the biggest names in the investment world March 27-29. More >>

  • High Praise 

    - January, 25 2008 - In recommending accreditation for the University of Dayton for another decade, reviewers commended educational excellence and a "commitment to community" that springs from UD's Catholic, Marianist mission. More >>

  • Keeping the Faith 

    - January, 25 2008 - It's not everyday a contemporary gospel superstar teams with student performers. Kirk Franklin not only shared the stage, he shared his life. More >>

  • A Familiar Flyer 

    - January, 23 2008 - Rick Chamberlin has been named new head football coach at the University of Dayton, succeeding Mike Kelly, who coached him. More >>

  • End of an Era 

    - January, 22 2008 - Mike Kelly will step down as UD's football coach, but stay with the Flyers and be inducted into the UD Athletic Hall of Fame. More >>

  • Dayton Roots 

    - January, 22 2008 - UD's own Kathleen Henderson was selected by PBS from 2,000 applicants nationwide for a genealogical exploration that discovered new chapters of her family's history. More >>

  • North of U Street 

    - January, 15 2008 - Two well-known D.C. artists bring their printmaking works to the University of Dayton this month for an exhibition that expresses African American culture. More >>

  • Spiritual Journey 

    - January, 9 2008 - Kirk Franklin, gospel music's superstar, will headline the University of Dayton's Martin Luther King Jr. prayer breakfast on Jan. 22 as well as a community dinner honoring King's legacy. More >>

  • New Record 

    - January, 9 2008 - The University of Dayton has received more than 10,000 applications for the first-year class and will start a wait list. More >>

  • The Evolution of Terror 

    - January, 8 2008 - A University of Dayton terrorism expert wrote in his newly released book that the Secret Service and the FAA conducted a video-taped simulation of a suicide attack on the White House as early as 1985. More >>

  • Beyond Iowa 

    - January, 4 2008 - The Iowa caucuses paved the road for Barack Obama but left an open field for Republicans despite a strong showing for Mike Huckabee, according to a University of Dayton expert on politics. High turnout of youth voters shines a spotlight on the importance of Millennials in the campaign. More >>

  • Rewarding Success 

    - January, 4 2008 - With returns at the top of outside firms who manage the University of Dayton's endowment, a student-managed investment fund has consistently outperformed its benchmarks and will receive millions more to manage. More >>

  • On a Roll 

    - January, 3 2008 - With 25 straight wins between them, the men's and women's basketball teams are enjoying the longest combined winning streak in the country. Led by Brian Roberts, the men are ranked 20th in the nation. More >>

  • New Chinese Partner 

    - December, 21 2007 - The University of Dayton has added Nanjing Medical University to its list of Chinese partners to begin forming a relationship that will benefit students, faculty and the Dayton medical community. More >>

  • An Early Finish 

    - December, 20 2007 - The first graduates of the School of Law's new Lawyer as Problem Solver accelerated curriculum not only graduated sooner, they also learned a new way of looking at the legal profession. More >>

  • Bridging the Gap 

    - December, 17 2007 - The Dayton Early College Academy continues to make national news by bridging the gap between high school and college for urban youth. More >>

  • TV and Politics 

    - December, 14 2007 - More time in front of the television means more passive political involvement, such as writing a check, but less active involvement like volunteering, according to a new national study by a University of Dayton student. More >>

  • A Warm Welcome 

    - December, 13 2007 - "It means providing a place that's just, safe and peaceful." That's how Father Chris Wittmann, S.M., described the outreach of UD students to Dayton youth during Christmas on Campus. More >>

  • Testing the Waters 

    - December, 11 2007 - This fall, an after-school group of urban teens literally got their feet wet in college-level research working side-by-side with University of Dayton students on an environmental study of the Wolf Creek watershed. More >>

  • Graduated Giving 

    - December, 4 2007 - A University of Dayton Christmas tradition has spread around the country, as alumni throw Christmas off Campus parties in 33 cities. More >>

  • A Textbook Solution 

    - December, 3 2007 - A University of Dayton class is using e-textbooks as part of an Ohio pilot program designed to cut textbook costs in half and give students a richer learning experience. More >>

  • Academic Heisman 

    - November, 30 2007 - Brandon Cramer is the only UD student-athlete to be named an Academic All-America of the Year. He's also in the running for college football's academic equivalent to the Heisman Trophy. More >>

  • The One-minute Winner 

    - November, 28 2007 - Presenting a concise, clear business idea in 60 seconds isn’t easy, but these winners showed how to do it in the first stage of UD's $20,000 Business Plan Competition. More >>

  • A Timeless Tradition 

    - November, 27 2007 - For one UD student, Christmas on Campus brings back special memories of his youth. Now it's Senay Araia's turn to "adopt" a child. More >>

  • The Message of Christmas 

    - November, 27 2007 - The Marian Library's world-renowned collection of nativity scenes from around the world are popping up all over town this Christmas season. More >>

  • Number One 

    - November, 21 2007 - The University of Dayton, known for its welcoming atmosphere, ranks first in the world in an international student satisfaction survey. More >>

  • Third in the Nation 

    - November, 19 2007 - UD's graduate materials engineering faculty are prolific researchers. Among 200 research universities, they rank third in the country, according to a new survey. More >>

  • A National Powerhouse 

    - November, 15 2007 - The Dayton Flyers volleyball team is the top seed in this weekend's A-10 tournament. Ranked 16th in the country, they own the nation's best record. More >>

  • Spurring Innovation 

    - November, 13 2007 - Emerson Climate Technologies and its parent company, Emerson, have made a $1 million gift to the University of Dayton for the Product Innovation Laboratory in the School of Engineering. More >>

  • A Call for Change 

    - November, 13 2007 - Citing research by a UD psychology professor, U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown has called on eBay and the Consumer Product Safety Commission to be more aggressive in protecting consumers from recalled toys sold on the Web auction site. More >>

  • Gridiron Classic 

    - November, 13 2007 - Coach Mike Kelly and the football Flyers will be back on the Welcome Stadium sideline Dec. 1 after earning a berth in the Gridiron Classic. More >>

  • At the Manger 

    - November, 7 2007 - Crocodiles, polar bears and even a mariachi band can be found in some of the more than 1,500 nativity scenes that make up the Marian Library's massive crèche collection. More >>

  • Students Grade UD 

    - November, 7 2007 - Students rate the University of Dayton higher than the national average in areas ranging from the strength of the community to educational and personal growth, according to a USA Today story about the 2007 National Survey of Student Engagement. More >>

  • Making a Difference 

    - November, 5 2007 - Alumni and friends have established nearly two dozen new scholarships. Hear how those dollars are changing students' lives. More >>

  • Honoring Service 

    - November, 5 2007 - U.S. Army Col. Gordon Roberts, a University of Dayton graduate and the youngest and only Medal of Honor recipient on active duty, headlines a Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 9. More >>

  • America's Media Mirror 

    - November, 2 2007 - Veteran journalist and author Juan Williams is coming to campus Nov. 13 as part of the Diversity Lecture Series. More >>

  • Two Faiths - One Voice 

    - November, 2 2007 - Internationally acclaimed musicians Maria Krupoves and Gerard Edery will bring chants, prayers and European and Middle Eastern music traditions to the Arts Series on Nov. 8. More >>

  • Forget the Lawyer Jokes 

    - October, 31 2007 - The New York Times features an effort by the University of Dayton, Harvard University, Stanford University and other law schools to modify the curriculum to better train lawyers. More >>

  • Hearing Bells 

    - October, 30 2007 - For the first time in NASDAQ's history, it will hold a remote closing bell ceremony on a college campus. It's all part RISE VIII, the world's largest student investment forum. More >>

  • Maybe It's Pitching 

    - October, 30 2007 - In a new study, University of Dayton economists find that baseball teams in large markets can't immediately parlay increased revenues into wins. More >>

  • Cut That Power Bill 

    - October, 30 2007 - Engineers at the University of Dayton have devised a formula for the perfect skylight — one that can optimize energy savings. More >>

  • Passing the Bar 

    - October, 30 2007 - School of Law graduates rank third in the state for the percentage of students passing the Ohio bar exam. More >>

  • Education and Religion 

    - October, 25 2007 - In an op-ed piece in today's Christian Science Monitor, a University of Dayton education professor argues that education, like religion, must be a matter of freedom and conscience. More >>

  • Almost Time to Rumble 

    - October, 25 2007 - The first 2,000 fans at the Oct. 27 Red and Blue basketball scrimmages will receive a UD flag — and all score free tickets to UD's football game against San Diego. More >>

  • Virtual Recognition 

    - October, 25 2007 - Future students no longer have to wait for a campus visit to experience the real UD — now they can take an award-winning virtual tour. More >>

  • Still Ineligible 

    - October, 24 2007 - The Ohio Historic Preservation Office confirms again that Building 26 does not appear to qualify for the National Register of Historic Places. More >>

  • Kettering Labs Power Restored 

    - October, 23 2007 - Power restored in Kettering Labs; classes to be back in session and offices open on October 24, 2007. More >>

  • Human Rights 

    - October, 19 2007 - The University of Dayton will offer the country's first bachelor's degree in human rights studies, building upon national leadership in the field. More >>

  • Rave Reviews 

    - October, 18 2007 - The School of Business Administration's MBA program receives rave reviews from students in the 2008 edition of Best 290 Business Schools. More >>

  • Top Five 

    - October, 10 2007 - For the second year running, the entrepreneurship program has been ranked fifth best in the country. More >>

  • A Perfect Tally 

    - October, 10 2007 - Nine Flyer teams tallied perfect graduation rates in the latest Graduation Success Rate report released by the NCAA. More >>

  • Building Inclusive Community 

    - October, 9 2007 - University of Dayton President Daniel J. Curran will receive a 2007 NCCJ Humanitarian Award for social justice advocacy. More >>

  • Bonds with Boeing 

    - October, 8 2007 - The Boeing Co. has selected the University of Dayton as a preferred partner. More >>

  • A Trailblazer 

    - October, 8 2007 - The Carnegie Foundation selects the School of Law to participate in a national dialogue about how best to prepare future lawyers. More >>

  • Upward Bound 

    - October, 5 2007 - The University of Dayton has received a nearly $1 million Upward Bound grant to prepare Dayton high school students to enroll in college. More >>

  • Just War and Beyond 

    - October, 3 2007 - The Rev. James L. Heft, S.M., president of the Institute for Advanced Catholic Studies, will examine the impact Pope John Paul II had on reshaping the church's "just war" theory in an Oct. 5 public lecture. More >>

  • Inviting Input 

    - September, 28 2007 - A series of forums will be held on campus Oct. 1-3 to allow faculty, staff and students to offer feedback on the University of Dayton's preliminary master plan. More >>

  • Economic Engine 

    - September, 27 2007 - The University of Dayton's economic impact in the region is huge, largely attributed to UD's national draw. More >>

  • Volleyball Spikes 

    - September, 27 2007 - The undefeated Dayton Flyer volleyball squad moves to 16th in the Top 25 coaches poll — and looks to extend its winning ways this weekend. More >>

  • 9/11 Remembrance 

    - September, 21 2007 - The chapel bells will toll four times. Students will light candles in the Humanities Plaza. A Mass for peace will be celebrated. It's all part of 9/11 remembrance activities on campus... More >>

  • ArtBeat on ArtStreet 

    - September, 21 2007 - Some of Dayton's best-known fine arts organizations will perform at the University of Dayton for the fourth annual ArtBeat Festival on Sept. 28. More >>

  • Price of a Dream 

    - September, 21 2007 - First-year students read David Bornstein's The Price of a Dream: The Story of Grameen Bank over the summer. On Sept. 28, they meet the author. More >>

  • Learn, Lead, Serve 

    - September, 20 2007 - The University of Dayton National Alumni Association will honor five alumni who not only have found career success but also have made significant contributions to their local and global communities. More >>

  • Beyond Winning 

    - September, 14 2007 - Pete Luongo, executive director of the Center for Leadership and Executive Development, has written a management book that goes beyond the spreadsheet to the heart of an organization — its people. More >>

  • Open Forums 

    - September, 14 2007 - Faculty, staff and students are invited to meet with a Higher Learning Commission team during its reaccreditation visit Sept. 17-19. More >>

  • Jamming with J.D. Hill 

    - September, 14 2007 - The music of a resilient New Orleans comes to the University of Dayton when Delta blues harmonica player J.D. Hill takes the stage on Sept. 21. More >>

  • In the National News 

    - September, 12 2007 - Keri Brown Kirschman's research on the easy availability of recalled toys through Internet auction sites has captured the attention of The Early Show on CBS News. More >>

  • Remembering Garrett 

    - September, 11 2007 - Garrett Loiselle, a recent UD graduate who died in Florida, will be remembered at a Sept. 16 Mass and a blessing of a leaf engraved with his name at Serenity Pines Garden on campus. More >>

  • Erma's Legacy 

    - September, 10 2007 - Garrison Keillor and Pulitzer Prize winners Mike Peters and Connie Schultz will headline the 2008 Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop. More >>

  • Race and Politics 

    - September, 10 2007 - On the University of Dayton's campus, there will be no shortage of dialogue on issues ranging from race and politics to Hurricane Katrina and pornography. More >>

  • Porch Ministry 

    - September, 7 2007 - There's a lot of that going on in the student neighborhood where the new dean of students joins more than two dozen Marianist brothers and priests living in homes scattered among student residences. More >>

  • Catch Flyer Spirit 

    - September, 6 2007 - Flyer Spirit, a new student-managed business in University Place on Brown Street, opens today. More >>

  • Riverfront Redevelopment Begins 

    - September, 6 2007 - The University of Dayton will extract architectural remnants from Building 26 in preparation for making 11 acres of riverfront land shovel-ready. More >>

  • Partners in History 

    - September, 6 2007 - UD will donate architectural remnants from Building 26 to Dayton History, which has committed to telling the story of Joseph Desch and the Dayton codebreakers at Carillon Park. UD remains committed to a commemoration on the site. More >>

  • Vibrant Spirituality 

    - August, 30 2007 - The Marian Library gallery will showcase Brazilian artist Sidney Matias' vibrant, intricate art, which is infused by a strong Marianist spirituality. More >>

  • Voice for the Voiceless 

    - August, 30 2007 - PBS and NPR journalist Maria Hinojosa will share stories from the frontlines of journalism in a free Sept. 7 lecture kicking off UD's Diversity Lecture Series. More >>

  • You Can Teach 

    - August, 30 2007 - A local consortium, including the University of Dayton, has won a two-year $850,000 grant to recruit mid-level professionals and prepare them for second careers as math and science teachers. More >>

  • Calling All Entrepreneurs 

    - August, 30 2007 - Do you have a great idea for a new business? Test it out in UD's Business Plan and compete for real money. More >>

  • Report Cards Are Out 

    - August, 30 2007 - In an op-ed piece, former Ohio Governor Bob Taft, distinguished research associate at the University of Dayton, argues that it's time to design a less confusing system of accountability for school districts. More >>

  • Beating the Heat 

    - August, 23 2007 - The University of Dayton has opened up RecPlex tonight for students living in first-year residence halls that are not air conditioned. More >>

  • Recalled Toys 

    - August, 23 2007 - A new study by a University of Dayton researcher found that many recalled children's toys are resold on online auction sites — and may end up back in children's hands. More >>

  • One of the Best 

    - August, 23 2007 - The Princeton Review and Washington Monthly both rank the University of Dayton among the nation's best universities. More >>

  • In Elite Company 

    - August, 17 2007 - Once again, the U.S. News and World Reports lists UD as a top-tier national university and a top 10 Catholic university. More >>

  • Art Series Travels Globe 

    - August, 13 2007 - The University of Dayton’s 2007-08 Arts Series will feature artists and art forms that include globally renowned musicians, activist artists and a new, hip musical duo. More >>

  • Natural Causes 

    - August, 6 2007 - A University of Dayton graduate died of natural causes during a spring break trip to Daytona Beach, according to the Volusia County Medical Examiner's office. More >>

  • An All-Star Line-Up 

    - August, 6 2007 - Filmmaker Spike Lee and Grammy Award-winning musician Kirk Franklin headline the 2007-2008 University of Dayton Diversity Lecture Series. More >>

  • Up on the Porch 

    - August, 1 2007 - The Dayton Daily News and WDTN TV produce a tabloid and video to showcase the University of Dayton's learning-living environment as part of Citirama 2007. More >>

  • Dynamic Leadership 

    - July, 27 2007 - University of Dayton President Daniel J. Curran will receive the Joseph E. Lowery Human Rights Legacy Award from the Southern Christian Leadership Conference at its national conference in Atlanta on Aug. 7. More >>

  • Clean Ohio Funds 

    - July, 27 2007 - The Clean Ohio Council has approved a $3 million state grant that will enable the University of Dayton to revitalize dormant land for academic and mixed-use development. More >>

  • A Tuition Freeze 

    - July, 27 2007 - Teachers will receive a break from the University of Dayton, which is freezing tuition for up to three years for graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in education and the helping professions. More >>

  • Modeling Mary 

    - July, 23 2007 - The University of Dayton will dedicate a new 11-foot bronze statue of Mary on Aug. 15, the Catholic Feast of the Assumption. More >>

  • Citirama 2007 

    - July, 20 2007 - How do today's college students live? Experience front-porch living at the University of Dayton during Citirama 2007, slated Aug. 2-5. It's free. More >>

  • From Shanghai to Dayton 

    - July, 20 2007 - Chinese students are taking an accelerated course in customs and culture this summer before tackling engineering classes in the fall. More >>

  • Comfort and Convenience 

    - July, 16 2007 - Graduate and law students will soon call University Place home. If they want to shop or eat, all they have to do is walk downstairs. More >>

  • Second Life 

    - July, 10 2007 - It's a virtual world, and law students dress up and practice in it. More >>

  • Advanced Sensors 

    - July, 2 2007 - Community leaders broke ground on the Institute for the Development and Commercialization of Advanced Sensor Technology in Dayton's Tech Town — and heralded the licensing of its first invention. More >>

  • Move Over iPhone 

    - July, 2 2007 - Thanks to a technology developed by a University of Dayton engineer, you may soon use your cell phone to pay for groceries, start the car or unlock the house. More >>

  • Designed to Sweat 

    - June, 26 2007 - RecPlex, the University of Dayton's new fitness and recreation complex, is featured in a national magazine that showcases the best in campus architecture. More >>

  • Fast-Track Technology 

    - June, 25 2007 - Three corporate giants at the cutting edge of ladar technology have stepped up to support UD's new Ladar and Optical Communications Institute. More >>

  • Creating a Pipeline 

    - June, 25 2007 - About 300 regional leaders met today to focus on dramatically increasing the Dayton area's supply of science, technology, engineering and math graduates. More >>

  • A National Winner 

    - June, 14 2007 - The University of Dayton Quarterly has been named the best alumni tabloid in the country for high quality, resulting from an effective use of budget and staff. More >>

  • Revitalization 

    - June, 12 2007 - The University of Dayton is moving ahead on an 11-acre riverfront redevelopment project that includes removing Building 26. UD officials reaffirm their pledge to honor history. More >>

  • A Charter School 

    - June, 11 2007 - The pioneering Dayton Early College Academy will apply to the state to open as a charter school operated by the University of Dayton to maintain its momentum. More >>

  • The Economics of Baseball 

    - June, 11 2007 - A funeral Mass will be held on campus June 15 for Larry Hadley, an associate professor of economics, who made his mark analyzing the economics of America's greatest pastime. More >>

  • A Twist 

    - June, 8 2007 - It's a home show with a twist. The Home Builders Association of Dayton is teaming with the University of Dayton to showcase student housing during Citirama Aug. 2-5. More >>

  • A Hot Ticket 

    - June, 7 2007 - Dayton men's basketball has been among the top 35 teams in attendance every season since UD Arena opened in 1969. Increase in attendance at women's basketball games is the fifth highest in the nation. More >>

  • Keep That Motor Running 

    - June, 6 2007 - University of Dayton researchers have developed a method to show where jet fuel deposits have the greatest potential for clogging engines. More >>

  • Ineligible 

    - June, 1 2007 - The Ohio Historic Preservation Office confirms that Building 26 does not appear to be eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. More >>

  • A Passion for Education 

    - May, 31 2007 - Former Ohio Gov. Bob Taft will launch the Center for Educational Excellence at the University of Dayton to encourage students to study science, technology, engineering and mathematics. More >>

  • A Turning Point 

    - May, 29 2007 - The Dayton Early College Academy turned Adairia Kelly's life around. She's heading to college and says "no one will hold me back." More >>

  • College Bound 

    - May, 24 2007 - Every member of the first graduating class of the Dayton Early College Academy plans to attend college, with 10 headed to UD. More >>

  • Roots 

    - May, 22 2007 - Kathleen Henderson, director of first-year student engagement, may learn a lot more about her ancestors if her family is selected for a national television program that traces the histories of African-American families. More >>

  • New Leadership 

    - May, 22 2007 - Attorney Jack Proud has been tapped to chair the board of trustees at the University of Dayton, his alma mater. More >>

  • Self Examination 

    - May, 18 2007 - University of Dayton trustees approve a reaccreditation self-study report in preparation for a fall site visit by UD's regional accrediting agency. More >>

  • Cleaner and Greener 

    - May, 17 2007 - An international journal publishes University of Dayton researchers' process for cleaning PCB-contaminated soil. The technique costs less and produces lower carbon dioxide emissions than current methods. More >>

  • Taking Care of Business 

    - May, 17 2007 - They're masters of the small business planning universe, winning another statewide competition — for the seventh time in eight years. More >>

  • Urban Revitalization 

    - May, 16 2007 - The city of Dayton will submit an application on behalf of the University of Dayton for a $3 million Clean Ohio Revitalization Fund grant. More >>

  • Supporting Each Other 

    - May, 16 2007 - The University of Dayton will hold a memorial Mass on May 24 for Garrett Loiselle, who died in Daytona Beach, Fla., just six days after graduation. More >>

  • Alumnus Dies in Daytona Beach 

    - May, 12 2007 - The University of Dayton community is reaching out to support the family and friends of Garrett Loiselle, who died today in an apparent accident in Daytona Beach, Fla. More >>

  • Victory for Third Frontier 

    - May, 10 2007 - UD's Research Institute develops nanotechnology commercialized by a California company that pledges to build new local manufacturing facility. More >>

  • Father Beanie 

    - May, 10 2007 - Father Matt Kohmescher, S.M., who died this week, exemplified Marianist hospitality as he greeted thousands of prospective students and their families — and assured them they would find a home at UD. More >>

  • Lawyers Who Serve 

    - May, 10 2007 - This year's graduating School of Law class already has logged 4,000 hours of free legal services. More >>

  • Telling the Story 

    - May, 7 2007 - UD outlines how it arrived at its decision to remove Building 26 and the steps it's taking with preservationists to find a lasting, compelling way to honor history. More >>

  • The Philosophy of Deanship 

    - May, 3 2007 - When Paul Benson steps into his new role as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, he will rely on traits he developed as a teacher and scholar of philosophy. More >>

  • Class of 2007 

    - May, 3 2007 - A dozen Chinese students from Shanghai Normal University will be among the approximately 1,500 students receiving degrees from UD this spring. More >>

  • Message in a Bottle 

    - May, 2 2007 - A University of Dayton graduate answers a senior's message in a bottle. More >>

  • Closing Bell 

    - May, 1 2007 - UD President Daniel J. Curran rang the closing bell of Nasdaq to celebrate RISE VII, the world's largest student investment forum. More >>

  • Students First 

    - April, 30 2007 - The NCAA has recognized seven Flyer teams for academic achievement. They rank among the top 10 percent nationally. More >>

  • Shaping the Future 

    - April, 26 2007 - The University of Dayton has tapped Deborah Read, vice president for university development at the University at Albany, State University of New York, to lead its advancement division. More >>

  • Open House 

    - April, 26 2007 - College students interested in transferring to UD can take a tour of campus and learn about programs and financial aid at a May 12 open house. More >>

  • The Finale 

    - April, 24 2007 - Father Norbert Burns, S.M., ushered out the end of an era with hugs and words of wisdom when he taught his popular Christian Marriage course for the last time. More than 27,000 have taken the class since 1963. More >>

  • Historical Integrity 

    - April, 20 2007 - Studies by professionals are "clear and unambiguous," a UD vice president said at a public hearing about the fate of Building 26. The heavily altered building "has lost its historical integrity." More >>

  • Show of Unity 

    - April, 18 2007 - More than 1,000 UD students turned out at a candlelight prayer vigil for the victims of the Virginia Tech tragedy. More >>

  • United by Tragedy 

    - April, 18 2007 - UD President Daniel J. Curran extends prayers to all those whose lives have been touched by the Virginia Tech tragedy. More >>

  • Tour Building 26 

    - April, 17 2007 - The University of Dayton will offer the public an opportunity to tour Building 26 on April 19. An independent study has found the building ineligible for the National Register of Historic Places. More >>

  • Celebration of the Arts 

    - April, 17 2007 - The Victoria Theatre downtown showcases artistic student achievement as part of "Evening at the Stander: A Celebration of the Arts." More >>

  • Doctors Without Borders 

    - April, 17 2007 - Bernard Kouchner, co-founder of an acclaimed international medical humanitarian organization, Doctors Without Borders, will keynote this year's Stander Symposium. More >>

  • America at a Crossroads 

    - April, 10 2007 - Three terrorism experts will speak at UD April 13 as part of the PBS "America at a Crossroads" series. More >>

  • A Grand Opening 

    - April, 10 2007 - Community and business leaders helped UD celebrate the grand opening of the new Courtyard by Marriott at the University of Dayton. More >>

  • Mourning the Fallen 

    - April, 10 2007 - The University of Dayton loses a second graduate in Iraq as the campus community mourns the first. More >>

  • Preservation Hearing 

    - March, 30 2007 - Ohio Historic Preservation Office to hold April 19 public hearing on Building 26. More >>

  • Marriage Made in Heaven 

    - March, 29 2007 - Father Norbert Burns, S.M., UD's popular "marriage priest," plans to teach his last class in April. He's taught about a third of all alumni. More >>

  • Honoring Bravery 

    - March, 29 2007 - The University of Dayton will offer an April 10 Mass for the intention of Col. Paul Kelly, UD graduate killed in Iraq. More >>

  • Wall Street Comes to Dayton 

    - March, 28 2007 - Some of the best and brightest in the financial world will be on the University of Dayton campus to share their wisdom and outlook on the markets, economy, corporate governance and public policy. More >>

  • Stamp of Approval 

    - March, 23 2007 - The Ohio EPA has approved an "urban setting designation" for the former NCR land, paving the way for redevelopment. More >>

  • Innovation 

    - March, 23 2007 - University of Dayton's new $4 million Innovation Center is designed to spur creativity and regional economic growth. More >>

  • Patent That 

    - March, 22 2007 - The Ohio Board of Regents has approved two School of Law programs that will place UD among a few nationwide offering advanced law degrees in intellectual property. More >>

  • Escaping Poverty 

    - March, 19 2007 - The CityLinks Neighborhood Conference on April 3 will address how communities can help low-income families with limited or no access to jobs, affordable health care, transportation and housing escape poverty. More >>

  • Celebrating Heritage 

    - March, 19 2007 - UD's new Heritage Center will be dedicated and blessed at 3 p.m. on March 19, the Feast of St. Joseph and the 157th anniversary of the purchase of the land on which UD is built. More >>

  • Street Law 

    - March, 19 2007 - Two Dayton Early College Academy students are getting a jump start on possible legal careers by participating in a Street Law class started by law professor Dennis Greene. More >>

  • Commemorating History 

    - March, 9 2007 - Building 26 is ineligible for the National Register of Historic Places, according to a study released today. A historical stewardship group has been formed to explore options for commemorating the code-breaking activities that helped bring World War II to a close. More >>

  • Shaking Down Cancer 

    - March, 7 2007 - UD student Michael Doyle wants to get a grip on cancer - so he's taking matters into his own hands. More >>

  • Help and Hope 

    - March, 7 2007 - University of Dayton students are giving up their spring break to travel to New Orleans and help in the ongoing Hurricane Katrina clean-up effort. They're part of a swell of volunteers who are rebuilding the devastated city. More >>

  • State of the Mission 

    - March, 2 2007 - The vast majority of students say their values have been strengthened by being part of the University of Dayton community, according to a survey that gauges how well UD reflects its Catholic, Marianist mission. More >>

  • Showcasing Success 

    - March, 1 2007 - DECA, a Dayton Public Schools high school on campus, will showcase its achievements nationally in April. This spring's graduates all plan to attend college or continue post-secondary education. More >>

  • Standing Alone in Mecca 

    - March, 1 2007 - Former Wall Street Journal reporter Asra Nomani will discuss her book, Standing Alone in Mecca: An American Woman's Struggle for the Soul of Islam, on March 6 as part of the Distinguished Speakers Series. More >>

  • Historical Integrity 

    - March, 1 2007 - Some UD law students are taking a mid-semester break to visit homeless shelters and examine how laws help or hurt those with no place to live. More >>

  • Top 15 

    - February, 22 2007 - It's not unusual for students to work side by side in the lab with professors and researchers from different disciplines. That's why UD has been selected as one of just 15 colleges nationally for a prestigious undergraduate research award. More >>

  • Fast and Smart 

    - February, 22 2007 - The University of Dayton's cross country teams excel in the classroom. The men's squad ranks in the top 20 nationally. More >>

  • World's First 

    - February, 22 2007 - The University of Dayton Research Institute's new demo center for polymer nanocomposites lets manufacturers try out state-of-the-art materials without a major investment. More >>

  • Reflection and Repentance 

    - February, 19 2007 - The University of Dayton begins its observance of Lent with seven Masses on Ash Wednesday. More >>

  • Washington Bound 

    - February, 14 2007 - A UD human rights expert will take part in a Congressional briefing and roundtable discussion at the Holocaust Memorial Museum on Feb. 16. More >>

  • Room at the Inn 

    - February, 14 2007 - The New Courtyard by Marriott at the University of Dayton has opened its doors. More >>

  • Weather Closure 

    - February, 6 2007 - The University of Dayton will close at 4 p.m. today because of inclement weather. More >>

  • Hidden Racism 

    - February, 5 2007 - A University of Dayton researcher surveyed hundreds of white college students nationwide and found that racist language is common when white students are alone. More >>

  • A Boost 

    - February, 5 2007 - The Dayton Power and Light Co. Foundation has stepped forward with a $50,000 gift to support the Dayton Early College Academy, a public high school on UD's campus. More >>

  • Top 100 

    - February, 5 2007 - Former University of Dayton researcher Karl Strnat's invention of rare-earth magnets is included in a new list of the top 100 "Greatest Moments in Materials Science and Engineering." More >>

  • Not Toxic 

    - February, 5 2007 - University of Dayton researchers have taken a step in easing fears about the medical use of some carbon nanoparticles 8,000 times smaller than a strand of hair. More >>

  • Truth and Justice 

    - February, 2 2007 - The Rev. Cyprian Davis, O.S.B., traced the tumultuous history of black Catholics in the U.S. when he received this year's Marianist Award from the University of Dayton. More >>

  • Courage and Hope 

    - January, 29 2007 - Paul Rusesabagina, the heroic hotel manager who inspired the movie Hotel Rwanda, will round out the Diversity Lecture Series Feb. 20. More >>

  • Bird-brained Research 

    - January, 29 2007 - Engineering professor Aaron Altman is always looking for creative ways to encourage students to reach new heights. More >>

  • He Won the Pulitzer 

    - January, 29 2007 - Syndicated columnist Leonard Pitts Jr. will offer commentary on pop culture, social issues and family life on Feb. 8 as part of the Distinguished Speakers Series. More >>

  • Leadership in the Region 

    - January, 24 2007 - Daniel J. Curran, president of the University of Dayton, receives regional volunteer leadership award for helping to secure millions in research grants for the Dayton region. More >>

  • Mourning One of Our Own 

    - January, 24 2007 - Col. Paul Kelly, a 1984 alumnus, dies in a helicopter crash outside Bagdad. He's believed to be the first UD graduate killed in Iraq. More >>

  • Ahead of the Curve 

    - January, 23 2007 - A national publication mentions UD, along with Harvard, Stanford and Vanderbilt, as schools that have started or will start programs focusing on real-world experience and ethical and social issues. More >>

  • Trustees Set Pricing 

    - January, 19 2007 - The University of Dayton trustees set pricing, provide all returning students with a $500 scholarship. More >>

  • A Room With a View 

    - January, 11 2007 - The New Courtyard by Mariott at the University of Dayton will welcome its first guests in early February. More >>

  • Protecting the Troops 

    - January, 10 2007 - The University of Dayton Research Institute has won a $15 million contract to use nanotechnology to create strong, lightweight armor for military vehicles. More >>

  • Celebrating Marianist Heritage 

    - January, 10 2007 - The University of Dayton is celebrating its Marianist heritage with a series of special events, including bestowing one of its highest honors on a leading scholar of black American Catholics. More >>

  • An Innovative Leader 

    - January, 4 2007 - Sister Annette T. Schmeling, associate vice president for student learning at Creighton University since 2004, has been tapped as UD's new vice president for student development. More >>

  • A Spirit of Collaboration 

    - January, 4 2007 - The governor's education adviser has been appointed to head efforts to improve math and science education in the region and serve as a visiting professor at UD. More >>

  • Inscribing His Name 

    - January, 2 2007 - When the house is quiet at midnight, Herbert Martin pens prose. UD's poet-in-residence has just published his eighth volume of poetry. More >>

  • Best in the A-10 

    - December, 18 2006 - The University of Dayton is one of the top schools among NCAA Division I institutions and the best in the Atlantic 10 conference at graduating its student-athletes. More >>

  • Winning Pitches 

    - December, 18 2006 - Frozen funnel cakes? Judges loved it and other ideas for new businesses students pitched during the first round of UD's Business Plan Competition. More >>

  • Soaking Up Wisdom 

    - December, 18 2006 - The University of Dayton's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute wins another $1 million grant. Its enrollment continues to soar as baby boomers hit the books. More >>

  • Honoring MLK Jr. 

    - December, 15 2006 - Johnnetta B. Cole, educator and humanitarian, will headline two Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. events Jan. 15-16. More >>

  • Advanced Sensors 

    - December, 15 2006 - The University of Dayton and partners have won a $28 million Ohio Third Frontier grant to develop and commercialize sensor technology. More >>

  • Rise Up 

    - December, 15 2006 - The Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. will headline the March 29-31 RISE VII global student investment forum co-sponsored by UD and the United Nations Global Compact. More >>

  • Impressive Track Record 

    - December, 14 2006 - University of Dayton's new enrollment manager brings experience in increasing diversity, selectivity and reach. More >>

  • Through Children's Eyes 

    - December, 7 2006 - When asked how to describe the birth of Jesus, school children drew pictures. Their artwork — as well as crèches from around the world — are on display at the Marian Library. More >>

  • A Green Christmas 

    - December, 1 2006 - University of Dayton business professors predict a hot holiday retail season, but a cooling of the economy after the new year. More >>

  • From Coffee Maker to CEO 

    - November, 21 2006 - Adam Buckman is having no trouble catching the attention of corporate recruiters. It helps to manage a $1.3 million business while you're still in college. More >>

  • Burritos as Soul Food 

    - November, 20 2006 - It's a modern-day fish and loaves story. University of Dayton student Joe Melendrez is using burritos to spread UD's Marianist mission. More >>

  • Facing the Consequences 

    - November, 17 2006 - New University of Dayton research shows that 40 percent of employers nationally check Facebook before hiring. Some students contend that's a violation of privacy. More >>

  • On the Money 

    - November, 10 2006 - Most students in Father John Putka's legislative politics class accurately predicted winners in the mid-term elections. More >>

  • Shaping the Future 

    - November, 10 2006 - A new Web site will allow anyone interested in the University of Dayton's future to offer ideas and track progress on the development of a new campus master plan. More >>

  • Continuing the Streak 

    - November, 9 2006 - Five football Flyers have been named to the 2006 ESPN The Magazine Academic All-District IV Team. More >>

  • Architectural Jewel 

    - November, 3 2006 - Students praise the high-tech classrooms, approachable faculty, tight-knit community and curriculum in The Princeton Review's ''Best 170 Law Schools." More >>

  • Dying While Black 

    - November, 1 2006 - Two generations of African-Americans have seen the number of neighborhood hospitals decrease by nearly 90 percent, according to Dying While Black, a new book by a University of Dayton health care and race law expert. More >>

  • Standing Up 

    - November, 1 2006 - A courageous African-American Catholic sister who risked her life for voter rights will attend UD premiere of documentary about 1965 march in Selma. More >>

  • No Pity 

    - November, 1 2006 - NPR correspondent Joseph Shapiro will address the disability movement - "the overlooked civil rights movement" - in the Diversity Lectures Series on Nov. 8. More >>

  • People of Vision 

    - October, 27 2006 - The University of Dayton receives the 2006 People of Vision award for community leadership. More >>

  • In the Interest of Justice 

    - October, 4 2006 - A professor and two local credit unions created ''StretchPay,'' which undercuts what payday lenders charge by nearly 80 percent. It's become a national model. More >>

  • Searching for Terrorists 

    - October, 4 2006 - The University of Dayton, U.S. Air Force and regional businesses are launching a $3.2 million institute that they hope will hasten the development of a technology used to search for terrorists. More >>

  • More Accolades 

    - October, 4 2006 - Students rave about the University of Dayton's MBA program in the newly published book, Best 282 Business Schools. More >>

  • What's In 

    - September, 27 2006 - Flip-flops, a must. The '80s look. Retro colors (brown and pink). Check out what University of Dayton students are wearing. More >>

  • Foot Fetish 

    - September, 27 2006 - The tip of a gecko's toe holds the key to stronger adhesives. The National Science Foundation has awarded $1 million to the University of Dayton to investigate. More >>

  • Fusion 

    - September, 27 2006 - Poetry and piano, jazz and funk, Latin and African rhythms — even theatre and politics. Check out the 2006-2007 Art Series line-up. More >>

  • Another Step 

    - September, 27 2006 - The Dayton City Commission supports UD's bid to revitalize 50 acres of former NCR land in the most cost-effective way possible. More >>

  • Shaping Ohio's Future 

    - September, 26 2006 - UD President Daniel J. Curran contends that Ohio's candidates for governor are missing an important piece of the higher education equation if they discount the role of private universities. More >>

  • Top Five 

    - September, 15 2006 - The University of Dayton's entrepreneurship program is exceptional. It's ranked fifth in the nation among the more than 2,000 colleges that offer entrepreneurial education. More >>

  • Extraordinary Alumni 

    - September, 14 2006 - The University of Dayton will honor one of the nation's leading cancer researchers and the creator of the Bill of Rights Institute when it bestows the 2006 Alumni Awards. More >>

  • Local Rivalry 

    - September, 13 2006 - The University of Dayton and Central State University will meet once again on the football field, beginning in 2007. More >>

  • Our Voices Together 

    - September, 11 2006 - Alumnus Eugene Steuerle is receiving national and local media attention for the way his family responded to his wife's death in the Sept. 11 attacks. They started a network to combat terror by building a better world. More >>

  • Shaping a Generation 

    - September, 8 2006 - On the fifth anniversary of Sept. 11, University of Dayton faculty talk about how that historic day is shaping this generation of college students. More >>

  • Science Meets Medicine 

    - September, 8 2006 - The University of Dayton is positioning itself for leadership in the hot fields of bioengineering and bioscience. More >>

  • A Catalyst 

    - September, 8 2006 - Fran Evans, who lead the University of Dayton to record levels of philanthropic support, will step down as vice president for advancement by June 2007. More >>

  • Through 2012 

    - September, 1 2006 - The board of trustees has renewed President Daniel J. Curran's contract through 2012. Trustees praise growth in academic programs, facilities and national reputation. More >>

  • A Milestone 

    - September, 1 2006 - The University of Dayton Research Institute is celebrating 50 years of sponsored research, earning national renown and more than $1 billion of contracts. More >>

  • Flyer Fever 

    - August, 24 2006 - Dayton Flyers basketball coach Brian Gregory has one word for this year's schedule: tough. More >>

  • Best in the Nation 

    - August, 22 2006 - In a new national ranking, the University of Dayton ranks first among Catholic universities and third nationally in the "extraordinary efforts" it makes to contribute to community revitalization. More >>

  • Top Tier 

    - August, 17 2006 - The University of Dayton again has been ranked as a top-tier national university. More >>

  • Learning and Living 

    - August, 4 2006 - At the University of Dayton your hallmates are your classmates. All first-year students will live in learning-living communities. More >>

  • Spaced Out 

    - August, 4 2006 - Dayton Early College Academy and Boonshoft Museum of Discovery team up to test first-aid device for NASA. More >>

  • Teacher Shortage 

    - August, 1 2006 - The University of Dayton and Wright State University have won a $500,000 grant to turn mid-career professionals into high school math and science teachers. More >>

  • Reading Lolita 

    - July, 28 2006 - Azar Nafisi will kick off the 2006-2007 Diversity Lecture Series. Other speakers include Paul Rusesabagina, whose heroism inspired the movie, Hotel Rwanda. More >>

  • One Idea, Two Minutes 

    - July, 27 2006 - Students, young alumni and local entrepreneurs are invited to compete in the University of Dayton's first Business Plan Competition. More >>

  • A New Beat 

    - July, 26 2006 - David Leppla heard the sweet song of his alma mater. He's coming home to direct "The Pride of Dayton" marching band and teach in the department of music. More >>

  • New Trustees 

    - June, 29 2006 - The University of Dayton has named five new trustees to its board of trustees. More >>

  • First Glimpse 

    - June, 22 2006 - The University of Dayton welcomes a dozen Chinese students this summer. UD is pursuing partnerships and strong ties with universities in China. More >>

  • State Funding Increases Research Capabilities 

    - June, 15 2006 - Additional state funding will increase UD's research capabilities in bioscience and bioengineering, while boosting economic growth locally and throughout Ohio. More >>

  • Promising Research 

    - June, 14 2006 - New chemistry chair brings research that may one day help create a cure for macular degeneration. More >>

  • Save Me a Seat! 

    - June, 1 2006 - More students are clamoring to enroll in the University of Dayton as number of applicants nearly doubles in the past decade. More >>

  • Bucking a Trend 

    - May, 19 2006 - Law school applications are down nationally, but the School of Law is enjoying a double-digit surge, thanks to a new, accelerated curriculum. More >>

  • In Demand 

    - May, 18 2006 - The University of Dayton will launch a doctor of physical therapy program in August to help alleviate a shortage of therapists in the region. More >>

  • Tablets for Engineers 

    - May, 17 2006 - Engineering students this fall will be able to write formulas and sketch diagrams right on their computer screens. More >>

  • Winning the War on Terror 

    - May, 16 2006 - A University of Dayton history professor pens a new book outlining why the United States will win the war on terror. More >>

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