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8.3.2026
First an Opponent, Then a
Flyer
Kamryn Hunt had already played at UD before she ever became a Flyer. That made the decision easy.
8.3.2026
Back in the Trenches, Backed by
Dayton
When defensive end AJ Schuller suffered an injury, he found out exactly what kind of place the University of Dayton is.
7.28.2026
Ice Cream and a Lifetime of Flyer Loyalty
Ed and Kristy Gardner found love and lifelong ties through UD and now they’re giving back through a planned gift.
7.24.2026
Trial After
Fire
Learn how law became a second career for the late Charles Cochran ’85 and see how his gift will help students who share the passion he had for trial work.
Giving
7.1.2026
Special Service Award: Carna R. Cureton
’94
Carna R. Cureton ’94 has spent 30 years proving that giving back to UD isn't something you do once, it's something you live.
Giving
7.1.2026
Joe Belle Memorial Young Alumni Award: Dr. Christian Jensen
’17
Christian Jensen ’17 credits his time at UD for leading him back to the community that shaped him — and inspiring him to give back to it, one patient at a time.
Giving
7.1.2026
Special Achievement Award: Jan E. Stets
’80
What started as a sociology degree at UD has taken Jan E. Stets ’80 to the forefront of her field, earning her some of the highest honors in American sociology along the way.
Giving
7.1.2026
Distinguished Alumni Award: John D. Porcari
’81
From UD’s political science department to the White House briefing room, John Porcari ’81 has spent four decades moving people, goods and communities forward.
Giving
7.1.2026
Christian Service Award: Shawn Duffy
’91
What started as three rows of vegetables has grown into 36,000 pounds of produce, 300 volunteers and a mission rooted in the spirit of service he found at UD.
Giving
7.1.2026
Joe Belle Memorial Young Alumni Award: Meg Maloney ’18,
’21
Meg Maloney ’18, ’21 found her vocation early, and she hasn't stopped since, building a more sustainable Dayton one grant, one solar array and one household at a time.