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September 27, 2006
Another step
The Dayton City Commission voted to support the University of Dayton's bid for an "urban setting designation" on 50 acres of land that run from Brown Street to the Great Miami River. It's a step toward revitalization of one of the city's largest, vacant parcels.
September 27, 2006 in Hot issues | Permalink
September 26, 2006
Foot fetish
The tip of a gecko's toe holds the key to stronger adhesives. The National Science Foundation has awarded $1 million to the University of Dayton to investigate.
September 26, 2006 in Hot issues, Research | Permalink
September 15, 2006
Entrepreneurship program ranked #5 in nation
The University of Dayton’s undergraduate and graduate entrepreneurial programs rank fifth and 16th respectively out of all programs in the nation, according to Entrepreneur magazine.
September 15, 2006 in Business, Education | Permalink
September 11, 2006
Dreamy ride
A UD titanium expert received a first-hand look this summer at progress on Boeing's newest plane — the 787 Dreamliner. Danny Eylon sees a more affordable, longer-range, explosion-resistant, comfortable and safer plane
September 11, 2006 in Engineering, Hot issues | Permalink
September 08, 2006
Hot fields of bioscience and bioengineeering
The University of Dayton is moving forward on initiatives that will help position it as an international leader in the fields of bioengineering and bioscience with new curriculum, a new research center and a research alliance with a leading hospital.
September 8, 2006 in Education, Engineering, Research | Permalink
September 07, 2006
Sept. 11: Shaping a generation
On anniversary of Sept. 11, University of Dayton experts speak out on how that day has affected millennials and generation Y.
September 7, 2006 in Hot issues, International issues | Permalink
September 06, 2006
The fatigue factor
The U.S. Air Force has contracted a UD civil engineering professor to find ways to predict where and how fast material deteriorates in high-energy situations. By predicting wear and tear, catastrophic failures may be averted by preventative maintenance.
September 6, 2006 in Engineering, Research | Permalink
September 01, 2006
A catalyst
As vice president for advancement, Fran Evans raised millions of dollars. More importantly, she helped raise UD's national image. She's stepping down in 2007, but continuing as special assistant to the president.
September 1, 2006 in Hot issues | Permalink
Through 2012
The University of Dayton's board of trustees has renewed President Daniel J. Curran's contract through 2012. Trustees praise growth in academic programs, facilities and national reputation.
September 1, 2006 in Hot issues | Permalink
