Opportunities and Activities

At the University of Dayton, you'll find plenty of ways to get involved through clubs and organizations and service. You'll also have options to gain real-world experience before you graduate, including internships, clinical experience, field placements, research and study abroad and away opportunities.

Explore the opportunities and activities available to students in the School of Education and Health Sciences by our academic departments:



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Internships, Student Teaching, Field Experience, Practicums, Clinical Experience

The name varies depending on your field of study, but it all results in the same thing — hands-on learning in your chosen field. Numerous degree programs within the School of Education and Health Sciences include an experiential learning component to prepare you for employment after graduation.

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Mental Health

Graduate students studying clinical mental health counseling, school counseling and school psychology work alongside faculty to gain real-world experience in mental health research as part of our Community Wellness Initiative.

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Nutrition and Physical Wellness

Interested in nutrition, physical and occupational therapy, or health professions? Consider clubs and organizations like the Sports Nutrition Club, Student Dietetic Association, Pre-Physical Therapy Club, and more.

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Study Abroad and Away

Gain real-world experience through international and domestic opportunities that take your learning beyond UD.

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Teaching

Undergraduate students studying adolescence to young adult education or pre-kindergarten to grade 5 benefit from learning opportunities at local demonstration schools such as UD's Bombeck Family Learning Center.

For graduate students pursuing their teacher education master's degree at UD, the Lalanne program offers the unique opportunity to receive two years of mentored teaching experience and to live in community with other Lalanne teachers.


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Graduate Assistantships

The UD School of Education and Health Sciences prepares students for success through transformation, leadership and partnership. Our learning communities create an environment where our students can develop their talents and excel in the areas of education and health sciences.

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