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January 31, 2007

Study finds hidden racism in white students

A researcher at the University of Dayton who surveyed hundreds of white college students nationwide found that harsh racist language, the use of the “n-word” and the ugliest of racial stereotypes are common, everyday occurrences when white students are alone.

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January 31, 2007 in Hot issues | Permalink

January 24, 2007

Mourning one of our own

A 1984 graduate of the University of Dayton was one of 13 Americans killed Jan. 20 in a helicopter crash, just outside Baghdad. Kelly_2

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January 24, 2007 in International issues | Permalink

January 23, 2007

Ahead of the legal education curve

A national publication mentions UD, along with Harvard, Stanford and Vanderbilt, as a school that has started or will start programs designed to give law students more experience with clients and ethical and social issues.

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January 23, 2007 in Hot issues, Law | Permalink

January 19, 2007

New pricing

The University of Dayton's board of trustees today set pricing for the fall and committed to investing in student housing. All returning students will receive a $500 scholarship.

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January 19, 2007 in Hot issues | Permalink

January 17, 2007

Bird-brained research

Aaron Altman, an assistant professor of mechanical and aeronautical engineering, always is looking for creative ways to get students to reach new heights.

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January 17, 2007 in Engineering, Research | Permalink

January 04, 2007

An innovator

Sister Annette T. Schmeling will bring strong experience in student affairs administration, a commitment to Catholic higher education and skills in integrating residential living and academic experiences to her new job as UD's vice president for student development.Schmeling_small

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January 4, 2007 in Hot issues | Permalink