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Living Seeds Of History: The John Stokes And Mary's Gardens Exhibit, Stephanie Shreffler, Kayla Harris

Marian Library Faculty Presentations

This panel describes how the University of Dayton planned and carried out an exhibit on the John Stokes and Mary’s Gardens archival collection, featuring a garden inside the library. A “Mary garden” is a garden filled with flowers named for Mary.

The panel describes the content of the collection and how the exhibit was originally conceived; the exhibit design and programming; and the challenges faced during the planning process.

The exhibit provided a way for the Libraries to promote an archival collection that not only closely connected with the University’s mission as a Catholic institution, but also provided new opportunities …

A New Challenge, University Of Dayton

News Releases

Beth Keyes, vice president for facilities and campus operations for the University of Dayton, has announced she plans to retire after a nearly 30-year career that has touched every aspect of the physical campus.

What Is Faith?, Eric F. Spina

President's Blog: From the Heart

Time and again, I am amazed by our students. When Michael Dosedel emceed the John Stuart Society donor recognition dinner, he reminded us of the power of faith and dreams.

Eight Good Reads For National Military Appreciation Month And Police Week, Lucy Fisher

University Libraries Blog Archive

During the month of May, the University Libraries are highlighting books that celebrate National Military Appreciation Month and Police Week. Pick up a book today to delve deeper and learn more about the men and women who work to serve our country and community.

In The News: May 18, 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.

Social Media Law In A Nutshell, University Of Dayton

News Releases

Social media posts can sink your chance for a fair and impartial trial, judge or jury, as well as influence investigations, according to a new book due out May 28 by University of Dayton law professor and social media law expert Thaddeus Hoffmeister.

Then & Now: A Retrospective Exhibit, Patti Trick Paulus

University Libraries Blog Archive

June 10-July 31, 2017 in Roesch Library's first-floor gallery. Introduced to letterforms in 1980 at the University of Dayton under the tutelage of Lou Weber, Patti Paulus has been creating calligraphic art for 37 years. This exhibit shows the progression of Paulus' artwork.

Arts Events: May 16, 2017, University Of Dayton

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

A radiant collection of paintings representing historic and modern interpretations of Mary, by regional artist Holly Schapker, greet visitors to the Marian Library through June 9. Enjoy this work and other inspiring arts experiences during the upcoming weeks.

What Teaching Kindergarten Taught Me, Nancy Malcolm

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

My teaching career spanned 17 years - 10 years teaching high school and seven years teaching kindergarten. The chasm is not as deep or wide between the two as you might think, because a 5-year-old and a 15-year-old have similar behaviors and thought processes.

To-Do List For New College Graduates, Sammy Sportface

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

While you have been in college, the adult community has been busy ruining the world. This has left us no time for several important tasks. But now we need you to start on these tasks. It's your job to tackle and wrestle to the dirt each one in sequential order.

Sibling Folly, Steve Eskew

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

Although my half-brother Skip and I didn't even meet until we hit our mid-30s, we immediately bonded. We craved restitution for our three-decades delay as playmates. Sharing the same father, we looked alike, thought alike and partied alike. And, like many wild and crazy guys, we had both been freshly divorced.

The Year My Mother Became My Auntie Mame, Ira Scott Levin

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

When my mother turned 40, her hair turned red and that was it; she was off to the races. She became a liberated woman.

Weekly Features: May 15, 2017, University Of Dayton

Marian Library Blog Archive

May Crowing is still a highlight this week as well as a variety of themes such as the mission of shrines and Our Lady of Consolation.

Rare Books Move Update, Jason Paul Bourgeois

Marian Library Blog Archive

Shifting thousands of rare books down four floors is not an easy task, but that task is now complete!

Strong Enrollment, University Of Dayton

News Releases

The University of Dayton expects to welcome one of its largest, most diverse and academically gifted classes in school history this fall.

Bylaws Of The Board Of Trustees, Effective 2017-05-15, University Of Dayton

University Governing Documents

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Basic Governing Documents, Effective 2017-05-15, University Of Dayton

University Governing Documents

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Code Of Regulations Of The University Of Dayton, Effective 2017-05-15, University Of Dayton

University Governing Documents

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Military Training Marks 100th Anniversary On Campus, Lucy Fisher

University Libraries Blog Archive

Since its creation, UD's ROTC has commissioned 2,572 officers. UD cadets consistently score among the top in the nation; seven cadets from the 2017 commissioning class placed in the top 20 percent.

Code For Success, Eric F. Spina

President's Blog: From the Heart

At the Stander Symposium highlighting undergraduate research and discovery, I listened with fascination as senior computer science major Josh Buck talked about his efforts to create a new software model for human-computer dialogue that’s more sophisticated than personal assistant technologies like Apple's “Siri.”

In The News: May 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.

Trend Interim Director, Dave Larsen

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

The University of Dayton appointed Amit Singh as interim director of the Center for Tissue Regeneration and Engineering at Dayton (TREND), effective May 1. Singh, an associate professor and director of the graduate program in biology, joined the faculty in 2007.

Faculty Profile: Brother Dan Klco, Nikki Kamp

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

Marianist Brother Daniel Klco retired as a lecturer in the University of Dayton department of biology at the end of the spring 2017 semester and will head to the Marianist novitiate at Mount Saint John in Beavercreek to become the assistant director of novices.

Top For Teachers, University Of Dayton

News Releases

The University of Dayton’s undergraduate program preparing future high school teachers is among the best in the nation, ranked in the top 10 percent by the National Council on Teacher Quality.

A Historic Transformation, University Of Dayton

News Releases

The University of Dayton is embarking on a $72 million renovation of its arena. The transformation of University of Dayton Arena will occur in three phases from 2017 to 2019.

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

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

Nancy Martorano Miller and other faculty turn their focus toward the 2018 Ohio gubernatorial race. Read about this current news topic and follow other recent media coverage of College of Arts and Sciences faculty research, scholarship and commentary.

Data Management, Jack O'Gorman

Roesch Library Faculty Presentations

Presentation defines research data and shares challenges, strategies, and emerging best practices for libraries to manage and archive data.

This Is Our Home, Eric F. Spina

President's Blog: From the Heart

Since I have arrived at UD, people have been asking me whether we will build a new Arena. My response? As fans chant at Flyer games, "This is our house!" Indeed, the University of Dayton Arena is ? and will continue to be ? our home.

Mary's Flowers In Contemporary Art, Ann Zlotnik

Marian Library Blog Archive

From her studio in the Over-the-Rhine section of Cincinnati, artist Holly Schapker created 24 paintings that would honor Mary with flowers and their legends.

Experimental Psychology, University Of Dayton

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

Think you're good at something? Better than the average person? Turns out, your thoughts may be able to improve your performance.