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University of Dayton faculty and University of Dayton Research Institute researchers will collaborate on three research projects this summer focused on self-healing polymers, lightweight composite aircraft and artificial intelligence. The projects were selected as part of the 2024 UD/UDRI Summer Research Fellows program which  matches School of Engineering and College of Arts and Sciences faculty with UDRI engineers and scientists, with the goal of expanding areas of research that are fundable by external sponsors.

Camryn Yacks’ teammates shouted out encouragement after she air-balled her first shot playing wheelchair basketball. As athletes with disabilities, they know it’s not easy the first time you wheel out on the court, even if you were a college athlete like Camryn.

There are few things as impactful as seizing the opportunity to study abroad, but not every student can afford this life-changing experience. Thanks in part to generous donations to areas like the UD Fund and scholarship funds during One Day, One Dayton, more students are able to seize that opportunity.

John Boland ‘42 was a true engineer, and knew that was his passion from an early age. Recently passing at the age of 103, he lived out this passion until the very end.

College is a time for deep learning and discovery, and University of Dayton students grow through cultivated experiences in and out of the classroom.

Jenna Abdelhamed and Ramya Wilson spent the week before Christmas break in Panama through UD's medical and dental chapters of Global Brigades, tending to those in dire need of medical care. This life-changing experience was enabled by the Multi-Ethnic Education and Engagement Center, supported in part by gifts made during last spring’s One Day, One Dayton, UD’s annual day of giving.

Looking back, it seems every step Joe Twiner ’18 took after graduating from the University of Dayton was leading him home to his now farm.

2024 Marian Fellowship awardees Rebecca Janzen, Giovanna Sarto and Elizabeth Groppe

In the vibrant world of academia, where the pursuit of knowledge meets a deep-rooted passion for teaching, Dr. Carr-Chellman emerges as an inspiring Department Chair, faculty member, and instructor with unwavering commitment. His journey, marked by serendipitous beginnings and a broad spectrum of experiences ranging from pastoral roles to nonprofit management, underscores a profound dedication to education and its transformative power on human lives. This blog post explores Dr. Carr-Chellman's academic journey, highlighting his early, unexpected foray into teaching, his exploration into the area of adult learning and organizational capacity building, and his impactful research on profound learning and human flourishing. Through his story, we gain insights into the essence of academic freedom, the significance of student-centered learning, and the role of education in promoting social justice and nurturing excellence. Dr. Carr-Chellman's narrative is not just a chronicle of personal achievement but a beacon for those aspiring to make a difference in the world through the noble avenue of education.

Read about the Faculty-Led Programs headed abroad this summer.