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The Associated Press quoted political scientist Christopher Devine in a story picked up by at least 180 outlets nationwide. Historian Julius Amin contributed a piece to The Conversation. Distinguished Research Associate and former Ohio Gov. Bob Taft talked to Governing magazine about being a governor. Local media highlighted faculty expertise about the economy and the return of students for the spring semester.

The Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop, slated for March 24-26 on the University of Dayton's campus, has been postponed until Oct. 20-22 in the wake of a surge in COVID cases.

The Greater West Dayton Incubator is accepting applications for its first Business Blitz, a free boot camp that will help underrepresented entrepreneurs establish or grow their businesses.

Four faculty published Conversation pieces and U.S. News & World Report, Bloomberg and the Los Angeles Times quoted three others in stories during the last two weeks of 2021 and the first week of 2022.

University offices will be closed for a Christmas break Dec. 23 through Jan. 2. Public safety and facilities staff will be on duty for necessary campus operations, but academic and administrative offices, Roesch Library and RecPlex will be closed. For emergencies on campus, please contact UD public safety at 937-229-2121.

The Baltimore Sun, Law360 and Jewish News of Northern California interviewed Charles Russo, director of the program in educational leadership and research professor of law, about a variety of legal topics facing schools. Slate talked to Vince Miller for its story "Santa Claus: Why do Italian priests have a vendetta against Father Christmas?" Associate Professor of Accounting Sarah Webber contributed a piece to The CPA Journal about the Cohan rule, which addresses the situation when a taxpayer lacks documentation to support items on a tax return.

Winsupply Inc. is working with the University of Dayton to double the number of internship opportunities, providing work experience and hands-on learning opportunities to 20 students next year.

Troy Christian High School senior Isaiah Martin, described by his mentors as a servant-hearted leader driven to effect positive change in the world, has been awarded the prestigious W.S. McIntosh Memorial Leadership Award. The scholarship provides full tuition, room and board to the University of Dayton and a four-year paid internship with the city of Dayton.

The University of Dayton was again named one of the best schools in the nation for students aspiring to launch their own businesses.

Commonweal, Newsweek, National Geographic; The Attitude on the Pacifica Network, which has 220 affiliates; and Catholic News Service are among the national news outlets sharing UD faculty expertise. Local media featured the Greater West Dayton Incubator's grand opening.