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Sustained Research Partners, University Of Dayton

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The University of Dayton Research Institute has been awarded a $43-million ceiling Air Force contract to perform a comprehensive program of research and development in nonmetallic materials for maintenance, repair and manufacture of Air Force air, space and ground vehicles.

The seven-year contract supports the Air Force Research Laboratory's systems support division, and was awarded with an initial $40,000 task order.

Fishing Around At The Farmer's Market, Sammy Sportface

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

So many vexing choices at last Saturday's farmer's market in my hometown. Near the bread stand sits a table loaded with fruits: plump nectarines, dinky blueberries, tan and rough-edged cantaloupes and deep maroon cherries. Those would be good to churn up in a blender with ice and have as a Saturday afternoon smoothie. All of them could in there. It would be a party among the eclectics. Then the bad news starts roaring in - on the same table no less. There they are, vegetables.

Or Best Offer, Elise Seyfried

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

Our town of Oreland has an "online yard sale" Facebook page. Folks post pictures of items they are trying to sell, and people respond to them if interested. I've seen jewelry, bunk beds, sports equipment and clothing snapped up eagerly, and it's tempting to try and unload some of our treasures this way. But so far I have not participated because I still have fresh recollections of many "real" yard sales we have had. We've had these every couple of years, because we have never learned.

Cereal Days: A Tribute To The Golden Age Of Cereal, Ira Scott Levin, Julia Bordenaro

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

A poem by Ira Scott Levin and Julia Bordenaro, the contemporary folk duo The Levins. They offer harmony-driven acoustic music that is warm and uplifting without skating over the complexities of life. In addition, Ira Scott Levin blogs at Stream of Light, reflections spotlighting those making the world a brighter place through their dedicated benevolence and creative caring. His blog appears frequently at Thrive Global and Humorwriters.org.

The Graduate, Jerry Zezima

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

I have never been to a graduation at Yale, Harvard or any other Ivy League school, mainly because I couldn't get into one of those prestigious institutions unless I broke in at night, in which case I would be arrested and sentenced to serve time in another kind of institution. But I recently did attend a graduation at Old Steeple, a preschool in Aquebogue, New York, and its moving-up ceremony beat anything a university could put on.

How To Survive Marriage (With 140 Percent Divorce Rate), Adelei Graffin

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

Someone once told me when I was seven months pregnant with the second set of twins, "Did you know that the divorce rate for couples with multiples is 70%?" Um, no. But thanks for letting me know - so basically my chance for divorce then is 140%? Ok…

Ud In The News July 17-21, University Of Dayton

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University of Dayton researchers shared their expertise on law, politics and technology with national audiences during the week of July 17-21.

Significant news coverage included law professor Thaddeus Hoffmeister on the popular radio program The Academic Minute, a platform for professors from top universities across the country to share “groundbreaking research and how that research helps us understand and solve the big problems that matter to us all.” Produced by WAMC/Northeast Public Radio, it airs in nearly 70 markets across the country. Inside Higher Ed, a leading website on higher education news, also shares the program daily.

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Learning Without Borders, University Of Dayton

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A University of Dayton education isn’t limited to the Dayton city limits. Just ask the 500 students who are making the world their campus this summer.

More than 500 students are earning academic credit or participating in service opportunities in more than 20 countries through international experiences led by the University.

Aunt Lulabelle, Steve Eskew

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

Aunt Lulabelle died last week. FINALLY! At ease, at ease. Just kidding. The outspoken, adorable dowager would have bellowed a Phyllis Diller cackle at that tired old joke. She gave up the ghost at age 101. A fitting exit number: rumor has it her last words were, "I always did like palindromes."

Nasa Funds Landslides Research, Dave Larsen

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

Earthquakes in high mountain regions like the one that struck Nepal in 2015 can trigger large landslides that bury villages, flood rivers and block important international roads, resulting in catastrophic human and economic losses.

Nasa Funded Research, University Of Dayton

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Earthquakes in high mountain regions like the one that struck Nepal in 2015 can trigger large landslides that bury villages, flood rivers and block important international roads, resulting in catastrophic human and economic losses.

University of Dayton associate professor of geology Umesh Haritashya will study the conditions and triggers of landslides in the Himalaya and Karakorum mountains of southeast Asia under a new $1.17 million grant from NASA.

Human Race In Erma's Hometown To Stage 'At Wit's End' In Spring 2018, Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

The Human Race Theatre Company will stage a special spring 2018 production of Allison Engel and Margaret Engel's Erma Bombeck: At Wit's End in the 54-seat performance space at its Caryl D. Philips Creativity Center.

Weekly Features: July 17, 2017, University Of Dayton

Marian Library Blog Archive

Why do we occasionally see the Madonna standing on a crescent moon in religious art? What is the symbolism behind it? Learn this and more in these weekly features.

A Butterfly's Visit, Anne Bardsley

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

A week after my mom passed, I was driving to my gift store, Anne's House of Angels, when I asked her for a sign that she had made it to Heaven. I felt a hand rest on my cheek, and I smiled and said: "What the heck was that, Mom?"

Arts Events: July 17, 2017, University Of Dayton

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

A faculty recital in August showcases Minnita Daniel-Cox's American Music recitals in Bulgaria during summer 2017. Enjoy this work and other inspiring arts experiences during the upcoming weeks.

Ud In The News July 1-15, University Of Dayton

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During the the first two weeks of July, outcomes of the University of Dayton fixed net-price tuition plan drew national attention and our experts talked about heaven, Mary Gardens and chauffeurs, among other topics.

Significant news coverage included an in-depth story about the outcomes of the fixed net-price tuition plan in The Chronicle of Higher Education, a leading national higher education news outlet. The ABA Journal, a national news source for the legal community, wrote about a new School of Law graduate program, and Biofuels Digest carried a story about the Research Institute's work on algae.

My Wife Is Ok With 'The Other Woman', Raymond Reid

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

Another woman moved in with us this past Christmas, and my wife is OK with it. The good news is she lives in the kitchen. The bad news is she doesn't cook. But she does help us with the grocery list. She also tells jokes, gives us the weather forecast and plays almost any song under the sun. Instantly. Her name is Alexa, and she lives inside an Amazon Echo speaker.

In The News: July 14, 2017, Michael Duricy

Marian Library Blog Archive

Read recent items about Mary in both Catholic and secular news. Also, see International Marian Research Institute news and updates.

Artslive Concert Season, Eileen Carr

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

The University of Dayton?s 56th season of professional arts programming opens Oct. 1 and features a wide variety of musicians from across the globe.

7/19-7/21: No Water, Closing Early, University Of Dayton. University Libraries

University Libraries Blog Archive

Due to maintenance, the Roesch Library building will have no water supply from Wednesday, July 19, through Friday, July 21. Restrooms and drinking fountains will be inoperable. The building will close at 5 p.m. on those days.

The Art Of Buying And Bidding, University Of Dayton

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Starting this fall, the University of Dayton School of Law will offer a graduate program focusing on government contracting and purchasing. This program — for lawyers and non-lawyers — will prepare participants for careers buying for or selling to federal, state and municipal governments.

The Future Of Lawyering, University Of Dayton

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National Attention, University Of Dayton

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The Chronicle of Higher Education, a leading national news publication, highlighted the positive results of the University of Dayton’s fixed net-price tuition in an in-depth article that challenges more institutions to consider pricing transparency.

Show Them The Money, Jerry Zezima

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

I have very little influence, even in my own home, and an endorsement from me is usually the kiss of death. But that has not stopped me from trying to get raises for other people, which is a pretty nice gesture considering I can't get one for myself.

If Your Life Sucks, Blame The World, Sammy Sportface

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

If your life sucks, blame somebody - anybody - besides yourself.

Glazing Out The Window, Karen Debonis

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

When we bought our second old house 11 years ago, it needed some serious TLC. The least of our problems was the broken window glass in the basement stairwell door, which I "temporarily" fixed with blue painters tape. Last week, I decided to do the job right.

Weekly Features: July 10, 2017, University Of Dayton

Marian Library Blog Archive

What is the origin of Mary's title Star of the Sea? What is the meaning of the twelve stars in Revelation? See this week's features for answers to these questions and more.

Faculty In The News: July 10, 2017, University Of Dayton

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

Art Jipson discusses the risks that come with the ever-changing trends in social media. Follow this story and other recent media coverage of College of Arts and Sciences faculty research, scholarship and commentary.

In The News: July 9, 2017, Michael Duricy

Marian Library Blog Archive

Read recent items about Mary in both Catholic and secular news. Also, see International Marian Research Institute news and updates.

Communicating Across Cultures, Dave Larsen

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

Twenty-seven University of Dayton communication students are learning first-hand about intercultural communication during a four-week University study-abroad program this summer in Italy and the Czech Republic.