Blogs
Camryn Yacks’ teammates shouted out encouragement after she air-balled her first shot playing wheelchair basketball. As athletes with disabilities, they know it’s not easy the first time you wheel out on the court, even if you were a college athlete like Camryn.
Out of a competitive pool of 41 universities and 123 talented contestants, the University of Dayton Sales Team dazzled with a remarkable 4th place finish. Their stellar achievement was further amplified as all three team members soared into the prestigious Semifinals, placing them in the coveted ranks of just four elite schools to accomplish the same feat.
Sophomore electrical engineering student Grace McKenna started working with NASA in the Here to Observe (H2O) program in September 2023. The program gives undergraduate students the opportunity to observe and interact with NASA Planetary Science Division teams, with the goal of inspiring historically marginalized groups to be a part of the STEM workforce.
UD senior biology major Rihanna Domingos’ research project explores the long term impact of harmful chemicals.
While graduate school is often used to advance skills in your current field of work, sometimes it can be a springboard into a whole new career. Read about five of the countless students that the UD has helped transition to a new profession.
On September 15th, the Diversity in Engineering Center partnered with SWE, NSBE, SHPE and SASE to host a meet and greet with employers who are committed to diversity.