Alumni and Friends Making an Impact
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Faith/Mission
February 25, 2025
Walking With Fire
Mason Hennessy, a sophomore communication and religious studies and theology major, scored a press pass and a one-week pilgrimage to the Synod on Synodality in October. He came back to campus with more than a few warm memories; he came back on fire.
Giving
February 24, 2025
From Injury to Inspiration
Austin Schlater was training for the military when a nasty back injury introduced him to physical therapy. Now he’s learning how to help others recover from their injuries as a second-year doctoral student in the Department of Physical Therapy at UD.
Giving
February 17, 2025
Building a Home Away From Home
When Jeslyn Singson attended UD’s Asian American Association’s first retreat in 2024, she knew she was experiencing something special — fellowship, connection and a sense of belonging.
Giving
February 17, 2025
Designed to Succeed
Engineering competitions aren’t in short supply, and they offer incredible opportunities for students to work across disciplines in “real-life” situations. But often the biggest challenge they face is funding.
Service
February 14, 2025
In the Spotlight: 10 Under 10
Ten years. That’s all it took for these young alumni to change lives and leave a lasting mark on the world. They have taken the lessons of “Learn. Lead. Serve.” from UD and carried them forward into their careers to make an impact in society.
Giving
February 11, 2025
Seeing Their Strengths
Anna Wallace started her first year in the same boat as her peers — exploring UD’s campus, classwork and where she fits. But without a compass, it was easy to feel lost. Then, a class assignment helped her navigate the semester with ease.
Giving
February 11, 2025
Leveling Up
Joey Deep, president of the Rocket League club, has championed varsity esports since his first year. What started as a way to connect and compete online has become a way to create community in a new space thanks to gifts during One Day, One Dayton.
Giving
February 03, 2025
Broadening Horizons
Ciaran Brennan ’24 transitioned through three jobs and five different cities during law school, but his coursework continued uninterrupted — and that was because of the University of Dayton’s Online Hybrid J.D. program.
Giving
January 23, 2025
Legally Learn, Lead and Serve
Third-year law students in the University of Dayton’s Leadership Honors Program are working collaboratively and gaining invaluable professional expertise while making a social impact on critical issues.
Athletics
January 23, 2025
This Family Flies Together
If this past year was a tee shot, it was a cannon from the back of the box — opening with our softball team bringing home the A-10 regular season and tournament trophies before classes began. Then the volleyball team and men's soccer both advanced to the Sweet 16.