Impact
For our future
The University of Dayton is a powerhouse of alumni, students, faculty, parents, staff and friends. Together, we expand our community's influence and intensify the guiding light of our mission.
Sharing the Blessings
When talking about giving back, Debra Plousha-Moore ’89 points to the Gospel of Luke. Specifically, Luke 12:48: “Where much has been given, much is expected.”
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Better Together
Wayne Hogrefe ’72 wanted to do his own thing — something different. He heard about UD from a friend of his sister, and UD had two things he wanted. It was the right size, and no one he knew was going there.
Read more about Hogrefe.
Getting and Giving Back Every Day
What inspires someone to give back to the University of Dayton for 20 years? It’s the things that happen on campus every day. For Margaret “Margie” Pinnell, that started on day one.
Read more about PinnellYour Impact and Actions
McIntosh Scholar Surprise
Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School senior Havana Glover, who aspires to create positive change in the world through public office, has been awarded the prestigious W.S. McIntosh Memorial Leadership Award.
Read More About HavanaEngineering Hope
ETHOS combines study abroad and service learning into a life-changing adventure. In this three-part series, follow Ellen and Michael's experience in La Paz, Bolivia.
Watch ETHOS Video SeriesRecord-setting Research
From advocating for human rights to sending aircraft higher and farther, UD is where the future takes form. UD consistently ranks among the top in the nation for the volume of research it conducts, including No. 1 in the nation for materials R&D and the No. 1 Catholic university for engineering R&D.
Explore Our ResearchVolunteers in Action
Meet alumni who have stepped up to light the way for UD as we move forward with an ambitious plan to promote excellence, access and experience across the University.
“There’s something special about the University of Dayton. I can’t describe it; you just have to step foot on our campus. It’s a feeling. This is our UD.”
Points of Pride
No. 1
in the nation for materials R&D
No. 1
Catholic university for engineering R&D
No. 1
in Ohio for industrial and manufacturing R&D
Top 25
in the nation for internship opportunities
Top 50
entrepreneurship program in the nation
97%
placement rate after graduation
Philanthropy in Community
Alumni, parents, faculty, staff, current students and friends all give together to engage each other and propel UD’s Marianist mission into the future. We grow brighter when we work together.
