Recent News
News
5.16.2025
First-generation UD Sinclair Academy students celebrate
milestone
Nearly 60 students are marking a major milestone this spring: completing their associate degrees through the UD Sinclair Academy and preparing to take their next steps at the University of Dayton. Among them are the program’s first Kessler Scholars — students who are the first in their families to pursue a four-year degree.
News
5.15.2025
University of Dayton professor Natalie Hudson to speak on NATO
panel
Natalie Hudson, professor of political science, research professor of law and executive director of the University of Dayton Human Rights Center, will speak on the current state of the United Nations Women, Peace and Security Agenda during the 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly Spring Session May 22-26, in Dayton.
News
5.9.2025
UD in the News May
3-9
The Associated Press, Ms., Catholic World Report and the Dayton Daily News are among the media citing UD expertise or research. WDTN.com highlighted the honorary degree entrepreneur and non-profit investor Larry Connor will receive at graduation.
News
5.9.2025
Papal Experts in the News May
3-9
At the sight of white smoke, Catholic experts jumped into action, sharing expertise with FOX News, The Wall Street Journal, NewsNation, The Washington Post, and TV and radio stations in Washington, D.C., and the San Francisco bay area, among others.
News
5.8.2025
Pope Leo XIV: UD scholars reflect on new leader’s social mission and Marian
devotion
University of Dayton faculty offer early reflections on the election of Pope Leo XIV, highlighting his deep roots in the Americas, his commitment to Catholic social teaching; and his emphasis on unity, peace and dialogue. Faculty also noted his strong devotion to the Virgin Mary, made clear in one of his first public acts: leading the crowd in St. Peter’s Square in the Hail Mary prayer.
News
5.5.2025
Soon-to-be University of Dayton graduates show perseverance,
resilience
Cynthia Bukirwa's 8,300-mile journey to graduation began with a 13-hour bus ride from her native Uganda to Nairobi, Kenya, on her way to Columbus, Ohio, to reunite with her mom after five years. Her next stop, inspired by her mom, is medical school.
News
5.5.2025
Keeping flight-ready aircraft secure on the tarmac Air Force using new wheel chocks developed by
UDRI
When a strong wind blows across an airfield tarmac, a small block of wood or plastic is the only barrier preventing a multimillion dollar aircraft parked outside from rolling away. Unless the block fails.