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Summer 2019 Construction, Shannon Shelton Miller

Materials from the University of Dayton Magazine Website

No abstract provided.

Make Your Life A Masterpiece, Eric F. Spina

President's Blog: From the Heart

My message to the Class of 2019: Strive to live meaningful lives, filled with great purpose and deep faith in what is possible. Take the canvas of your life — and make it a masterpiece.

Why Do Mothers Make The Best Parole Officers?, Jan Marshall

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

They'll never let you finish a sentence.

College Faculty In The News: May 10, 2019, University Of Dayton

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

Sociologist Theo Majka and anthropologist Miranda Hallett recently explained the practical reasons for cities like Dayton to encourage immigrants to become a part of the community. Follow this and other recent media coverage of the service, research, scholarship and commentary of College of Arts and Sciences programs and their faculty.

Porch Reads At 14: By The Numbers, Matt Mckinley

University Libraries Blog Archive

Librarian examines the titles, growth and outcomes of this popular leisure reading program.

Ud In The News May 3-10, University Of Dayton

News Releases

Several national and international outlets sought the expertise of University of Dayton faculty and staff, including The Associated Press, CTV in Canada, Fast Company, WalletHub and Technology First.

Great Joy, Eric F. Spina

President's Blog: From the Heart

I love this time of the academic year, with all its pomp and circumstance — and its great joy. It’s always a touching weekend, one that will be made even more special this year when the University awards an honorary doctor of fine arts degree to Ro Nita Hawes-Saunders, CEO of the world-class Dayton Contemporary Dance Company.

Mary In The News: May 8, 2019, Michael Duricy

Marian Library Blog Archive

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

Dayton Native, May Graduate Named National Student Employee Of The Year, University Of Dayton

News Releases

The National Student Employment Association has named Julianne Evans, a graduating dietetics major at the University of Dayton, 2019 National Student Employee of the Year in recognition of her work to address food insecurity and hunger in greater Dayton.

New Book: Life Seemed Good, But …, Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

Many of the stories in Richard Bell's new book come from Bell's magazine column, "Modern Fables," published in Wassup Local Magazine in Lake County, Illinois. He started writing as therapy in 2004 when he was laid off from his job shortly after his wife was diagnosed with leukemia.

"Hay Day" For Roesch Library, Lauren Durham

Materials from the University of Dayton Magazine Website

Miniature horses during finals week? Roesch Library couldn't get any cuter (unless you count the dogs and bunnies.)

"Parks" And Pup, Kristin Davis

Materials from the University of Dayton Magazine Website

Four paws makes finals week at Roesch Library furry fun.

Improving Access To Renewable Energy, University Of Dayton

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

The European Union has awarded University of Dayton researcher Bob Brecha a two-year, $200,000 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship to work with Berlin-based Climate Analytics on bringing renewable energy to developing countries and examining the impact on areas accessing electricity for the first time. Only about 14 percent of applicants receive the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship.

National Civil Rights Museum In Memphis To Display Ferguson Voices Exhibit, University Of Dayton

News Releases

A University of Dayton student exhibit of oral histories collected from people affected by and involved in the unrest in Ferguson, Missouri, after the killing of Michael Brown will be on display at the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee, through Sept. 1. The fifth anniversary of Brown's death is Aug. 9.

Weekly Marian Features: May 6, 2019, University Of Dayton

Marian Library Blog Archive

Origins of the May Altar, Our Lady of Pompeii, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart and more!

Bringing Rotc History To Life, Ashley Junkunc

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

The U.S. Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps program at the University of Dayton is among the oldest operating programs in the country — and with so much history, a local student decided to bring it to life.

A $24 Check — And A $1 Million Gift, Eric F. Spina

President's Blog: From the Heart

This is an inspiring story about the American dream. Lived by a Chinese immigrant. It’s a real-life narrative about perseverance, hard work, ingenuity, honor, selflessness — and gratitude.

Researcher Receives European Union Fellowship To Improve Access To Renewable Energy In Developing Countries, University Of Dayton

News Releases

The European Union has awarded University of Dayton researcher Bob Brecha a two-year, $200,000 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship to work with Berlin- based Climate Analytics on bringing renewable energy to developing countries and examining the impact on areas accessing electricity for the first time. Only about 14 percent of applicants receive the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship.

Engaging With The City, Leslie Picca

Materials from the University of Dayton Magazine Website

Marianist Educational Associate Leslie Picca discusses inclusivity, which is one of the manifestations of the Marianist charism.

Lime Poisoning (Or Hint Of Awful), Hillary Ibarra

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

Sometimes you take little risks, and sometimes they go horribly wrong. I am an unfailingly creative, dedicated cook, so every week I try to make a meal out of tortilla chips and fat. The greatest risk I ever took and biggest regret I have as a cook was using a bag of corn chips mendaciously named "Hint of Lime."

Darkness Unveiled, University Of Dayton

Materials from the University of Dayton Magazine Website

Deep thoughts, personal reflections, a tone and a poem on the historic revelation of the first photo of a black hole, from University of Dayton faculty and staff.

Ud In The News April 26-May 3, University Of Dayton

News Releases

The Conversation published a piece by Miranda Hallett and Theo Majka in the department of sociology, anthropology and social work about "The Benefits That Places Like Dayton, Ohio, Reap by Welcoming Immigrants." The Associated Press, Chicago Tribune and International Business Times also picked up the piece. Law professor Thaddeus Hoffmeister was a guest of Al Jazeera English to discuss U.S. Attorney General William Barr's testimony to Congress.

Dean Eddy Rojas Wins National Award For Supporting Women In Engineering, University Of Dayton

News Releases

The Women in Engineering ProActive Network awarded University of Dayton School of Engineering Dean Eddy Rojas its Advocates and Allies award for his leadership in implementing programs that advocate, mentor and support the success of women in engineering.

Homecoming, Eric F. Spina

President's Blog: From the Heart

When I walked into Daniel J. Curran Place for the building’s long-awaited dedication and blessing, the realization hit me full force. This property — with its grand facade adorned with Dr. Dan’s name, a prairie taking root under the solar arrays on the massive front lawn, and Appalachian redbud trees blooming along the lagoon in Old River Park — is a metaphor for new life.

Date Night At The Diner, Jerry Zezima

Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Blog

When it comes to life in the fast lane, my wife, Sue, and I are on the side of the road with a flat tire. That's why we can't make it to the airport to fly to some exotic locale like the Greek islands. But on a recent Saturday night, we did the next best thing and drove to the hottest spot in a city that never wakes: the diner.

University Of Dayton Activities Help Finals Week Stress, University Of Dayton

News Releases

Finals week is a stressful time for college students, so the University of Dayton is offering a variety of stress-busting activities — and advice — to ease anxiety for students, ranging from free food and beverages to therapy pets to massages.

Robins Talking, Larry Burgess

Materials from the University of Dayton Magazine Website

No abstract provided.

Power And Vulnerability: How We Can Be Influenced, Christopher Fohl

Line by Line: A Journal of Beginning Student Writing

I watched the ballet and started thinking of parallels I could connect with historical events.

Editor's note: This paper received third prize ($25).

Power And Vulnerability: Basis For Revolution?, Katlin Pistone

Line by Line: A Journal of Beginning Student Writing

Throughout the semester, our history class explored the differences in relationships including political, economical, and social aspects. I found one of the most compelling comparisons to be how people of vulnerability have historically suffered because of their circumstances yet are able to learn that within their vulnerability comes strength and change. After the themes of power and vulnerability were presented to us in preparation for our trip to the ballet, I was able, during the production, to draw many similarities. After narrowing my topic to a certain event in history that explored these ideas, the Haitian revolution, I began to …

'Dracula: Bloodlines' And The Role Of Women, Audrey Binzer

Line by Line: A Journal of Beginning Student Writing

The writing process began after attending the Dracula Bloodlines ballet. While watching the performance, the integral role of women stood out to me and I decided it would be a good topic to write about. From there, it was a pretty easy process. I used the program to help support my ideas and make the essay complete.

Editor's note: This paper received first prize ($100).