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10.4.2026
On the Ballot: Turkey, Eagle or Big
Bird?
As the United States celebrates its 250th birthday, I find myself wondering something our Founding Fathers probably didn't expect us to revisit: if America were choosing a mascot today, would the bald eagle still win?
10.1.2026
From Dayton to
Switzerland
UD student Amanda Castro-Rivera shined internationally this summer at the premier global meeting for sports rights holders, host destinations and suppliers.
8.3.2026
Built to
Adapt
Adebayo Dikko came to Dayton from Nigeria by way of a soccer tournament in Italy. What he found here was more than he expected.
5.4.2026
Video production students and dietetics lab collaborate for nutritional cooking
show
The shoot gave students real-world experience in video production and sharing clear, concise nutrition messaging.
1.15.2026
Conference
Confidence
UD senior and group fitness instructor Michalene McQuide recently showcased her public speaking skills and Flyer pride at the Ohio Recreational Sports Association State Workshop. She shared how UD Campus Recreation builds community, inspiring peers and recreation professionals from across Ohio to strengthen their own programs.
1.13.2026
Peer to
Peer
Piper Olson is a busy student. A junior studying health science, she’s preparing to apply for a physician’s assistant program. But she also finds time to share what she’s learned with first-year students as a peer advisor.
10.31.2025
From Service to Student
Success
After serving in the Marine Corps and owning his own business for many years, Gary Martinez decided to pursue his next dream — enrolling at the University of Dayton as a first-generation student.
10.22.2025
Tomorrow’s Health Professions Training,
Today
Students are getting a firsthand view of the future of health professions training thanks to the new Dave and Norma McCarthy Virtual Reality Lab in memory of Dr. Anne Crecelius.
2.6.2025
Dietetics faculty member receives two prestigious
awards
Assistant clinical professor Rebecca Gonter-Dray was recognized as the 2025 Outstanding Dietetics Educator for the Ohio chapter of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and also for the north central region of the national organization.