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2026-01-30 Minutes Of The Academic Senate, University Of Dayton. Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

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

Doc 2026-04 Proposal To Suspend Masters Of Science, Applied Mathematics, University Of Dayton. College Of Arts And Sciences

Senate Documents

With persistent low enrollment, graduate course offerings can be reduced to continue to support needed math content in School of Engineering graduate programs, and can better meet the needs of the undergraduate programs

Doc 2026-03 Proposal For A New Artificial Intelligence Co-Major, University Of Dayton. School Of Engineering

Senate Documents

The Artificial Intelligence Engineering Co-Major provides students with a comprehensive foundation in mathematics, programming, machine learning, and ethical AI practice, combined with hands-on engineering applications.

Doc 2026-05 Proposal To Suspend Masters Of Science, Chemistry, University Of Dayton. College Of Arts And Sciences

Senate Documents

Because of competition with other regional programs, a small faculty, and a lack of resources for Graduate Assistantships, we don’t have the capacity to offer a Master’s degree that is fully distinct from our advanced undergraduate offerings.

Doc 2026-12 Proposal To Rename An Academic Degree: Bachelor Of Science In Industrial Engineering Technology To Bachelor Of Science In Systems And Industrial Engineering, University Of Dayton. Department Of Engineering Management, Systems And Technology School Of Engineering

Senate Documents

A program name change is being requested for the Industrial Engineering Technology program at  the University of Dayton.

• Previously approved title:  Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering Technology

• Proposed new title: Bachelor of Science in Systems and Industrial Engineering

• The program being proposed for retitle does not lead to an educator preparation license or  endorsement.

Doc 2026-02 Proposal For New Bachelor Of Elementary And Middle Grades Education, University Of Dayton. School Of Education And Health Sciences

Senate Documents

The Elementary and Middle Grades Education major leads to a Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.E.) and offers two licensure tracks: Elementary Education (PK–5) and Middle Childhood Education (4–9). All students complete a shared core of foundational teacher education coursework. Elementary Education (PK–5) candidates may select a minor, while Middle Childhood (4–9) candidates choose two subject-area concentrations from language arts, mathematics, science, or social studies. Both tracks offer opportunities to pursue specialized professional certificates, including TESOL, Dyslexia, STEM, and the Urban Teacher Academy (UTA).

2026-01-30 Minutes Of The Executive Committee Of The Academic Senate 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.

Faculty Advisory Committee Minutes Of The Academic Senate 2026-01-30, 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.

Protecting Privacy In The Libraries, University Of Dayton

University Libraries Blog Archive

Libraries are committed to protecting your privacy. Read on to learn more how we protect your privacy and what you can do to protect your information.

A Day In The Life Of The Glass Center, Eric F. Spina

President's Blog: From the Heart

As a vibrant laboratory for experiential learning, the Roger Glass Center for the Arts is second to none.

Law Professor's Book On U.S.-England Legal Differences Inspired By End-Of-Life Letter, University Of Dayton

News Releases

Americans following the trial in England of Prince Harry versus the publisher of the British tabloid Daily Mail may be surprised how juries are selected, witnesses are prepared, and other differences between trials in the U.S. and England.

Ramadan: An Invitation To Prayer, Introspection, Service, Bushra Hennaoui

University Libraries Blog Archive

With a book display, a mindfulness activity and an invitation to a fast-breaking celebration, UD’s Muslim Student Association shares the spirit and practice of Islam’s holiest month.

A Mirror Of All, Grace Long

Marian Library Blog Archive

First-year student explains how the “Mirror of Hope” made her feel more connected with God.

Student Academic Policies Committee Minutes Of The Academic Senate 2026-01-26, 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.

Academic Policies Committee Minutes Of The Academic Senate 2026-01-26, 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

2026-01-23 Minutes Of The Executive Committee Of The Academic Senate 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.

Preparing Undergraduate Students To Understand The Nutritional Difficulties Of Food Insecurity, Joanne Sullivan, Regina Subach

Journal of Dietetic Education

College students often face the unknown whether they are traditional or non-traditional students, yet not every college student faces the same question of how they will feed themselves throughout the year. This question is becoming increasingly familiar to college students as an average of 41% face food insecurity. Because federal assistance is inadequate, universities bear the responsibility of supporting students who have no other resources to combat food insecurity. The description of this educational teaching strategy focuses on providing nutrition educators with an innovative classroom assignment.

Public Policy Education: Insights From Graduate Dietetics Students, J. Mitchell Vaterlaus, Lindsay Ganong, D. Coleen Kaiser, Emily Patten

Journal of Dietetic Education

Objective: To examine graduate dietetics students’ experiences completing a public policy course outside of their discipline. Methods: Participants were 40 graduate dietetics students at a university in the Western United States. At the conclusion of a public policy course offered through another department, students completed online surveys with fixed-response and open-ended items. Quantitative data were analyzed using paired t tests, and qualitative responses were examined using codebook thematic analysis. Results: Three themes included (1) Recognizing the interconnection between policy and dietetics practice, (2) From policy hesitancy to policy understanding; and (3) Humanizing policy: public policy and holistic client care. Students …

Writing Professional Papers Worksheet With Scavenger Hunt: A Simple Strategy To Strengthen Dietetic Writing, Stacy Bevan

Journal of Dietetic Education

Time between learning scientific writing skills and when dietetic students need to transfer that knowledge to discipline-specific research papers in upper division courses may result in a lack of writing skills. Dietetic educators be unfamiliar with writing strategies to improve student writing. A Writing Professional Papers worksheet was developed to help students define components of professional papers, draft a thesis, and then participate in a scavenger hunt using examples of two types of professional papers to identify target issues and avoid common issues seen in student papers. Students in an upper division Maternal and Child Nutrition course responded to an …

Transforming Dietetics Curriculum: A Culinary Nutrition Certificate Grounded In Competency-Based Innovation, Jennifer R. Watson, Rachel C. Sinley, Jangwoo Jo

Journal of Dietetic Education

Culinary nutrition has become a promising interdisciplinary field that combines culinary arts and nutritional science to enhance health outcomes through practical, food-based education. As the healthcare landscape increasingly emphasizes preventive care, dietitians are well-positioned to lead culinary nutrition initiatives; however, formal training opportunities remain scarce. To address this gap, Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) created a new Culinary Nutrition Certificate that combines experiential cooking coursework from the School of Hospitality with core nutrition education from the Department of Nutrition. This paper places the certificate within the broader context of culinary nutrition and dietetics education, emphasizing the importance of …

Implementing An Interprofessional Virtual Journal Club For Health-Focused Students, Hillary L. Roberts, Cynthia Aurentz, Mccall E. Christian, Jessica K. Willis, Caitlin J. Masterson

Journal of Dietetic Education

Students (N = 135) pursuing degrees in health-focused programs participated in an interprofessional virtual journal club during the spring semesters of 2022 and 2023. The journal club was integrated into multiple courses and facilitated through the university’s learning management system and a web conferencing platform. Students applied the 2016 Interprofessional Education Collaborative (IPEC) Core Competencies throughout the activity. The journal club included four pre-selected articles on ethics in healthcare, and students developed one discussion question per article to guide synchronous virtual discussions. The IPEC Competency Self-Assessment Tool was administered before and after participation. Paired samples t-tests showed statistically significant change …

Student Exposure To Andhii Part Ii: Cross-Cohort Improvements In Confidence Without Parallel Gains In Documentation Quality When Applying The Nutrition Care Process, Casey Colin, Lindsay Woodcock

Journal of Dietetic Education

The purpose of this study was to compare differences in Nutrition Care Process (NCP) confidence and documentation quality across two different undergraduate student cohorts. This quasi-experimental trial was conducted with n = 29 total undergraduate dietetic students (2023 cohort), then compared with results from the previous years’ (2022) cohort (n = 43). NCP confidence was measured before and after students completed traditional case studies (time 1 and time 2) and after completing an ANDHII case study using an electronic and interactive NCP documentation platform (time 3) for each cohort, then compared between cohorts. Documentation quality was measured using a validated …

Editors’ Message, Diana Cuy Castellanos, M Elizabeth (Beth) Miller

Journal of Dietetic Education

This edition of the Journal of Dietetic Education highlights specialized skill training and attainment and interprofessional collaboration in dietetic students. Our featured original research explores how we prepare students for the complexities of current practice—ranging from the digital documentation of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) to the integration of culinary medicine.

Cover, Table Of Contents, About The Journal

Journal of Dietetic Education

No abstract provided.

The Black Writer Throughout History, University Of Dayton

University Libraries Blog Archive

This Black History Month, we celebrate the achievements of African American writers.

2026-01-20 Faculty Board Minutes, University Of Dayton, Faculty Board

Faculty Board Minutes

Approved minutes of a meeting of the Faculty Board of the University of Dayton.

Ud Earns National Recognition For Community Engagement, University Of Dayton

News Releases

The University of Dayton is once again recognized as a national leader in service and partnership with the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification.

Academic Policies Committee Minutes Of The Academic Senate 2026-01-20, 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

Ud In The News Jan. 10-16, University Of Dayton

News Releases

Inside Higher Ed featured UD's Flyer Nest, which provides students with experience in launching, financing and investing in ventures. Faculty also contributed expertise to The Conversation, NPR, The National Desk and Catholic World Report.

Faculty Advisory Committee Minutes Of The Academic Senate 2026-01-16, 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.