Immerse Yourself: Dayton2DC

Dayton2DC is an annual opportunity for University of Dayton students to engage with professionals, network with UD alumni and gain practical advice about starting and navigating a career in Washington D.C.

This career immersion experience is open to students of all majors, and is a joint effort between the Department of Political Science, the College of Arts and Sciences and the Honors program.

Dayton2DC 2025 cohort at Ohio's birthday partyAbout the Trip

The trip centers around an intense three days where students meet with university alumni who are working on Capitol Hill, in executive agencies, for lobbying firms, think tanks and nonprofits, as well as, in international development, human rights and strategic communication.

Dayton2DC is a remarkable networking opportunity for you to engage with professionals to discover more about potential career fields while gaining practical advice about starting and navigating a career in D.C.

Current students can find additional information, including how to apply on Porches.



Career Development
04.10.2025

Finding Purpose and Possibility in the Nation’s Capital: Students Reflect on Dayton2DC link-arrow link-arrow

On March 5, a group of passionate and driven University of Dayton Honors students traveled to Washington, D.C. for the annual Dayton2DC program—a unique opportunity that connects students with alumni, introduces them to career paths in the public and nonprofit sectors, and offers an immersive look at life in the nation’s capital.