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A Walk With Sustainability ... And The Bolivian Llamas, University Of Dayton

Blog: The Dayton Engineer

Flashback to the morning of May 22, 2023, as I sat alone at my boarding gate, twiddling my thumbs and fidgeting my legs, thinking, “Whoa … I am about to get on a plane and live in Bolivia for 10 weeks. Am I really ready for this?”

Academic Policies Committee Minutes Of The Academic Senate 2024-03-14, University Of Dayton. Academic Senate. Academic Policies Committee

All Committee Minutes

Approved minutes of a meeting of the Academic Policies Committee of the Academic Senate of the University of Dayton.

Flyers And Taxes, University Of Dayton

School of Business Administration Blog

Before this year, Andrew Farkas had never done his own taxes. Now, the first-year accounting major is a certified advanced preparer helping people from Dayton file their returns for free through the IRS’ Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.

2024 Miryam Award, University Of Dayton

Blog: The Dayton Engineer

The Center for Social Concern in Campus Ministry named Isabella Saylor ’24 the 2024 Miryam Award recipient. The award honors those making significant contributions in advancing the climate for women at UD.

Pride Of Dayton Marching Band To Represent Ud At London Band Week, Lauren Mccarty

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

The Pride of Dayton Marching Band will represent the University of Dayton overseas in 2025.

Mary In America, Kayla Harris

Marian Library Blog Archive

Kate Dugan and Karen Park, scholars of U.S. Catholicism, gave the keynote lecture for the 2024 Marian Forum; their lecture is now streaming for free, and their book is available for a discount.

I Didn't Want To Eat The Easter Bunny, Dean Norman

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

I don’t really remember this story, but my parents said it happened. I got my first chocolate Easter Bunny when I was two years old. Maybe a little older. I sat at the dinner table, and hopped the bunny around. Pretending it was alive.

I Got Covid When Covid Wasn't Cool., Jase Graves

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

Well, it finally happened. No, I didn't go bald, get divorced or accidentally go to work without pants. I got COVID!

And The Oscar Goes To..., Donna Fentanes

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

Live from sunny Antioch is the 2023 From The Shoe Oscars. Twenty twenty-three was an exceptional year at the Shoe. Dramatic as well as comedic stories and performances abound. The industry here at the Shoe has undergone many changes and those changes are reflected in last year’s stories.

Nanomaterials Professor Honored With Oxford Award For Excellence In Scientific Research, University Of Dayton

Blog: The Dayton Engineer

In December 2023, professor Dr. Khalid Lafdi from the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering attended the Oxford Awards at the University of Oxford, U.K. to receive the Honoris Causa Doctor of Innovation in Scientific Research award.

Every Pun Intended, Jerry Zezima

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

When it comes to wordplay, I’m the pun and only. Or I had been for the past decade.

Six Ud Students Honored For Research In Catholic Intellectual Traditions, Kassidy Lammers

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

The McGrath Award recognizes students whose research demonstrates engagement with themes associated with Catholic Intellectual Traditions.

A New Era In Banking Experiential Learning, University Of Dayton

School of Business Administration Blog

In a dynamic move towards solidifying its position as a leader in finance experiential learning, the University of Dayton Investment Banking Club (DIBC) has undergone a transformative rebranding.

Nearly $200k In Grants Boost Cybersecurity Efforts, University Of Dayton

News Releases

Ohio Third Frontier awarded the University of Dayton Center for Cybersecurity and Data Intelligence $193,981 to prepare schoolchildren against cyber risks, equip police to investigate the dark web and train the cyber workforce.

The Queen Of A World Of War, Emma Donnelly

Marian Library Blog Archive

How the Madonna of Monte Berico demonstrates the protective nature of Mary.

2024-03-08 Minutes Of The Executive Committee Of The Academic Senate, University Of Dayton. Academic Senate. Executive Committee

ECAS Minutes

Approved minutes of a meeting of the Executive Committee of the Academic Senate of the University of Dayton.

Ud In The News March 1-8, University Of Dayton

News Releases

NPR Morning Edition, The Conversation, The National Desk and Marketplace featured UD faculty expertise. A CNBC story highlighted UD's tuition benefits.

Student Academic Policies Committee Minutes Of The Academic Senate 2024-03-08, University Of Dayton. Student Academic Policies Committee

All Committee Minutes

Approved minutes of a meeting of the Student Academic Policies Committee of the Academic Senate of the University of Dayton.

Peevie Steevie, Steve Eskew

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

Recently, my therapist nearly nodded off while I was explaining the complexities involved with my various pet peeves. I was indeed peeved with her disinterest and asked in an acid tone, "Would you like some toothpicks to prop your eyes open until the session is over?"

All Things Marian: Elizabeth Farley—My Life With Mary, University Of Dayton. International Marian Research Institute, Michele Foley, Elizabeth Farley

Podcast: All Things Marian

Transcript is available using the "Download" button.

Academic Policies Committee Minutes Of The Academic Senate 2024-03-07, University Of Dayton. Academic Senate. Academic Policies Committee

All Committee Minutes

Approved minutes of a meeting of the Academic Policies Committee of the Academic Senate of the University of Dayton.

The Last Og Gen X Mom Pleads Her Case, Jessica Miller

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

When Facebook debuted in 2004, I was sure it would be a short-lived sensation and decided to opt out. Facebook appealed to true Gen Xers because we could send our thoughts out into the world without actually having to talk to anyone, but the invention of the comment section killed that joy by allowing the world to send back their thoughts on our thoughts.

March For Women's History, Diane Osman

University Libraries Blog Archive

Each year since 1988, the month of March is dedicated to honor and celebrate women’s contributions to American history, culture and society.

Naked And Frantic, Karen Iseminger

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

He was coming for me. It was just a matter of time. I listened for his footsteps, but the deafening beat of my heart and the oddly healthy 30-year-old shag carpet stymied my efforts. My time was running out, a fact that fed my anxiety. My movements became more frantic, my sweating more profound. I was drenched from scalp to soles, with no clothing to soak up the stress.

Downward Facing What?, Matt Landig

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

As the old song goes, I like piña coladas, getting caught in the rain—and am definitely not into yoga. So, what was I doing in a Saturday afternoon Yogaworks class?

Curricular Comrades: Fostering New Teaching Approaches With Digital Humanities, Heidi Gauder, Liz Grauel

University Libraries Blog Archive

In the summer of 2023, University of Dayton history professor David Darrow began thinking about “toying around” with his fall 2023 seminar. This course engages history majors in deep research through primary and secondary sources, requiring them to demonstrate their ability to conduct original research and structure arguments within historical contexts.

Engineering, Computer Science Faculty Partner With Udri Staff For Research Projects, University Of Dayton

Blog: The Dayton Engineer

University of Dayton faculty and University of Dayton Research Institute researchers will collaborate on three research projects this summer focused on self-healing polymers, lightweight composite aircraft and artificial intelligence.

Faculty Advisory Committee Minutes Of The Academic Senate 2024-03-05, University Of Dayton. Faculty Affairs Committee

All Committee Minutes

Approved minutes of a meeting of the Faculty Affairs Committee of the Academic Senate of the University of Dayton.

Mary In Catholic Education: Reflections From The Community, University Of Dayton. Marian Library

Marian Library Exhibit Summaries

The Society of Mary opened its first school in 1819 in Bordeaux, France, and education continues to be a key element of the Marianist mission. For the Mary in Catholic Education exhibit, held March 4 through June 28, 2024, teacher education students at the University of Dayton collected materials from the Marian Library to explore how Catholic ideals have been shared with different audiences through various media from an 18th-century primer to Marianist manga.

Catholic educators, exhibit visitors, and members of the campus community also shared reflections on Mary’s presence in their educational experience. Those reflections are provided in this …

What's In A Name?, Nancy Mink

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

Names matter. For instance, would you rather live on Stinking Creek Road or Whispering Pines Lane? Do you prefer the area of Buzzard's Roost or Eagle View?