Office of the President
A President For The Common Good
Eric F. Spina became the University of Dayton's 19th president on July 1, 2016. Under his leadership the University has eclipsed records, attracting the most diverse and academically gifted undergraduate classes in UD's history and recording new highs in sponsored research. Last year, the University conducted a record $221 million in sponsored research and was No. 1 in the nation for federally sponsored materials R&D.
Facts & Figures
$221 million
in sponsored research for fiscal year 2022.
In Demand
98% of recent graduates report being employed, in graduate school or in a full-time service program within six months of graduation.
Recent Blog Posts
President 03.29.23
Three UD civil engineering co-op students are helping to raise the curtain on the magnificent Roger Glass Center for the Arts.
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President 03.13.23
Bill Crotty '52 and Dick Glennon '50 died just two weeks apart at the age of 95. They shared much more than altruistic hearts, fondness for each other and a deep love for their alma mater.
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At A Glance
1850
Founded by the Society of Mary in 1850, the University of Dayton is a top-tier Catholic research university.