Flyers Are Forever

UD's Alumni Association fosters lifelong involvement with the University via alumni programs, activities and services that help you stay connected no matter where you live. University of Dayton graduates automatically become members of the Alumni Association. There are no membership dues.

Quick Fact

130,000+

Living Alumni Worldwide


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Alumni Events

Stay connected with the University and fellow Flyers by attending events on campus or at a location near you.
Photo of alumni during reunion weekend



Alumni Leading the Way

Board of Directors

President: Sharon D. White '78
President-Elect: Nancy Riedl '91
Treasurer: Leanne Downey '02, Chair, Community Council

Board Members:

  • John Cooper '88, '92
  • Chelsea Bartling '13
  • Destry Fallen '86
  • Jessica Holscott '97
  • Addison Hoover '09
  • John Markwell '09, '10, At-Large Rep, Community Council
  • Matt McNamara '09
  • Jordyn Mitchell '20, Chair, day10 Executive Committee
  • Veronica Morris '92
  • Mark Russell '80, Vice Chair, Community Council
  • Sarah Shuba '15, At-Large Rep, Community Council
  • Shaq Tensley '15
  • Megan Winner '03, '04
  • Mari Gainer '27, President, Students for University Advancement
  • Anita Brothers, Executive Director, UD Alumni Relations and Engagement

Alumni Awards

The University of Dayton has a long tradition of honoring its talented and committed alumni around the globe. Our alumni are actively creating change in their communities and inspiring the students who are following in their footsteps to learn, lead, serve and repeat.

10 Under 10 Spotlights

UD's 10 Under 10 program complements the annual University of Dayton Alumni Association Awards by recognizing the UD graduates from the past decade who are making a difference in their communities, in their professions and for our amazing University community.


UD Magazine
UD Magazine
10.8.2026
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Finding his runway link-arrow link-arrow

From UD to D.C., John Porcari ’81 discovered how public service and infrastructure strengthen communities and keep America moving forward.
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10.8.2026
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Potential at work link-arrow link-arrow

UD’s partnership with IBM gives interns hands-on experience in technology.
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10.8.2026
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Can Congress clean up the mess in college sports? link-arrow link-arrow

Legislators try to confront confusion, lawsuits, conflicting rules, unfettered transfers, soaring spending for a couple of sports — and uncertainty for the rest.