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2.11.2025
UD art and design students find inspiration, make connections on annual NYC
trip
Each fall, students travel to New York City to see masterworks in museums and visit artist studios.
Fine and Performing Arts
2.10.2025
Juggling in the Glass
Center
Stained-glass artwork on loan from the Marian Library adorns a sunlit walkway in the Roger Glass Center for the Arts, encouraging students and visitors to humbly share their talents.
2.3.2025
Letters of
Tribute
Marian Library staff reflect on the contributions of Brother A. Joseph Barrish, S.M. (1929-2025), and his artwork, which blankets the Marian Library, the University of Dayton and the broader community.
2.3.2025
The Impact of Bing Davis as Artist and
Teacher
University of Dayton is the proud home of the papers of Davis, who is known widely as a beacon of inspiration and champion of representation in the arts.
1.29.2025
Vision and Spirit: A Marianist
Tradition
A series of bas-reliefs in the Marian Library’s art collection portray Gospel passages that are at the heart of the Marianist charism.
1.6.2025
Encountering the ‘Mirror of
Hope’
Since its arrival to the University of Dayton in 2000 during the Great Jubilee to its 25th anniversary during Jubilee 2025, the “Mirror of Hope” sends a clear message of hope to visitors to the Marian Library.
12.18.2024
Business Ethics & Environmental Sustainability: Dayton Theatre Guild’s production of Campaigns,
Inc.
The BEES took to the fine arts to see a production from local actor and playwright Will Allan.
12.13.2024
Associate professor and radio host ‘Dr. J’ celebrates 20-year spin on UD's
Airwaves
Art Jipson's show focuses on local musicians and artists, particularly those from the Dayton area and the University campus.
12.13.2024
‘Las Posadas’ in Song and
Art
A nine-day Spanish tradition that reenacts Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter is represented in song and artwork.
11.25.2024
‘Joy to the
World!’
The 30th annual Marian Library Christmas exhibit features Nativity sets and music that celebrate and tell the Christmas story around the world.