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8.25.2026
Satang Nabaneh appointed to endowed professorship in justice, human
rights
Established with a $1.72 million gift by alumnus John “Jack” Meagher, the position will focus on improving processes that help societies heal and rebuild after violence and conflict.
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.
4.21.2026
New book examines how vice presidents shape campaigns,
presidencies
The book examines how modern vice presidents have been transformed from an afterthought to one of the president’s most important governing partners.
4.13.2026
UD Statehouse program helps students build networks, launch careers in
Columbus
The program connects course concepts to real-world policymaking and helps students build professional networks in Columbus.
2.12.2026
Where a Life of Service
Begins
Once a year I play UD's version of Candid Camera, and the moment is magical. Just before Christmas an unsuspecting Johanna Matota stepped into my conference room. Her hands flew to her mouth in surprise and joy when I told her she is the 2026 recipient of the prestigious W.S. McIntosh Memorial Leadership Award.
11.5.2025
UD psychology, criminal justice studies major named Newman Civic
Fellow
Nancy Garcia was named a 2025 Newman Civic Fellow for her exceptional commitment to civic engagement.
2.6.2025
Dayton Civic Scholars receives national award for excellence in community
engagement
Campus Compact honored the Dayton Civic Scholars program with the 2025 Excellence in Civic and Community Engagement Programming Award.