Faculty and Staff April 23, 2025

In Memoriam: Conrad L’Heureux, professor emeritus of religious studies

Known for his innovative teaching techniques, Conrad L'Heureux taught religious studies for more than 30 years.

President April 21, 2025

Pope Francis Reflections

In a message to the campus community after the death of Pope Francis, University of Dayton President Eric Spina reflects on his legacy and how his papacy "mirrored our values as a Catholic, Marianist university."

Faith/Mission April 16, 2025

'We Are Souls to be Awakened'

"Institutions like yours, animated by the Marianist charism, are not luxuries. They are necessities," Cardinal Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson said when he received an honorary degree from the University of Dayton. "Education — if it is to serve humanity — must form the whole person."

Business April 15, 2025

Balancing the Books—and Doing What’s Right

Spring 2025 Ethics Speaker Vic Hartman shows how ethical courage is the real asset in accounting.

Experiential Learning April 09, 2025

Powered in Purpose

David Albrecht thought that as a future engineer his work would be technical and formulaic. Through his experiences at the University of Dayton, though, he discovered something more — the humanity of engineering in serving the common good.

Libraries April 08, 2025

A Librarian’s Legacy

100 years after his birth, Marianist Brother William Fackovec’s work in the Marian Library lives on.

President April 06, 2025

Humble Beginnings, Lasting Impact

"At UD, the practice of law is not merely a profession — it is a calling," President Eric Spina told more than 200 people at the School of Law's 50th anniversary celebration. "(This is) a place where future lawyers are not only committed to professional excellence but also to making the world more just and equitable. This is the Marianist philosophy in action."

President April 04, 2025

Coffee and Charism

I often see UD's Catholic, Marianist spirit in the grand moments — such as when thousands gather at UD Arena for New Student Orientation Mass. This week, I experienced a smaller, quieter moment that showed the heart of our Marianist charism. 

Faith/Mission April 03, 2025

Celebrating Catholic Educators in Ohio

The annual Lumen Fidei award honors outstanding Catholic educators across the state. This year's winners are Dr. Matthew Fletcher for Lumen Fidei and Moira Rodriguez as the inaugural Rising Star.

Research April 03, 2025

Announcing 2025 Marian Fellows

2025 Marian Fellowship awardees: Jacob Phillips, Austin Cruz and Teresa Saxton