Giving
4.2.2024
Fulfilling a Childhood
Dream
Celeste Friel knew at an early age she wanted to be a lawyer. What she didn’t know is how a worldwide pandemic and some unexpected generosity would propel her to achieve that dream.
Giving
4.2.2024
Advantage: University of
Dayton
After years of hard work on and off the court, the University of Dayton men's tennis team is right where it wants to be — taking on the best of the best.
Giving
4.2.2024
Forever
Marianist
There’s a cross in every classroom at the University of Dayton — constant reminders of UD’s Catholic, Marianist mission, but it’s the faculty, staff and students who bring that mission to life and create the vibrant, intellectually curious and welcoming community.
Giving
4.2.2024
A Legacy of
Excellence
Mona Guerrier Fallen ’91 was a first-generation college student at UD whose remarkable journey led her to become an Assistant United States Attorney in Dayton, serving for over 13 years. After Mona passed away in 2013, her husband, Destry Fallen, established the Mona Guerrier Fallen Endowed Scholarship for the Multi-Ethnic Education and Engagement Center to honor her commitment to educational opportunities for all and her optimistic and enthusiastic approach to life.
Experiential Learning
3.22.2024
Flyer Angels Find New
Wings
A pandemic-induced lull in investing grounded UD’s Flyer Angels. That was until Isabella Abreu and Missy Oei stepped in as managing directors last year. Now the pair are reinvesting in the group, helping it take off.
Giving
3.20.2024
Shooting for
Success
Years ago, a coach gave sophomore men’s soccer player Basit Umar this advice: "One leg is good; two legs are better." His coach used the words to explain the importance of playing a sport and getting an education.
Giving
3.19.2024
Enter Faith
Ministry
One of the biggest post-pandemic challenges to faith development on any campus — or in any community — is motivating active involvement. UD students are making a difference with Campus Ministry.
Giving
3.19.2024
Co-Piloting Peer
Advocacy
When senior Tina Sandhu came to the University of Dayton, she noticed something was missing. As a psychology major and previous member of her high school’s Hope Squad, Sandhu realized that the University could benefit from a similar program.
Giving
3.19.2024
Paving Pathways to Public
Service
Whether a student wants to work in politics, advance policy or engage in community advocacy, three of the University of Dayton’s College of Arts and Sciences programs and immersions are sparking passions and fulfilling those desires.
Giving
3.14.2024
Advancing Flyers
Forever
UD’s community is simply unmatched. And the ties created between students and alumni continue the development of our community. As the alumni engagement chair of Students for University Advancement, I have the pleasure of fostering these connections!