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Berry Summer Thesis Institute Profile: Joseph Beckett
Ryan Werner
This article profiles Joseph Beckett, a participant in the University of Dayton's Berry Summer Thesis Institute. A video of the interview also appears in this collection.
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Berry Summer Thesis Institute Profile: Michaela Miller
Ryan Werner
This article profiles Michaela Miller, a participant in the University of Dayton's Berry Summer Thesis Institute. A video of the interview also appears in this collection.
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Berry Summer Thesis Institute Profile: Sean Kapp
Ryan Werner
This article profiles Sean Kapp, a participant in the University of Dayton's Berry Summer Thesis Institute. A video of the interview also appears in this collection.
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Dinner in the Desert Kitchen Profile: Annie Denton
Ryan Werner
2019 UD graduate in Photography, Annie found a passion for community art through Dinner in the Desert Kitchen. The experience taught her collaboration and adaptability, skills she now uses as a production coordinator in commercial photography.
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Dinner in the Desert Kitchen Profile: Christina Green
Ryan Werner
A senior in dietetics with a sustainability minor, Christina uses her culinary background to support Dinner in the Desert Kitchen. The program has strengthened her skills in community engagement, empathy, and using food to address social justice.
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Dinner in the Desert Kitchen Profile: Director Glenna Jennings
Ryan Werner
Associate Professor of Photography and Social Practice, Glenna co-founded Dinner in the Desert Kitchen to address Dayton's food deserts through community-centered art. Her course emphasizes collaboration, empathy, and art as activism.
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Dinner in the Desert Kitchen Profile: Geno Luketic
Ryan Werner
Ceramics Professor and studio director, Geno crafts dinnerware for Dinner in the Desert Kitchen events, helping students connect art with social responsibility. He also leads the Empty Bowls project, merging artistry with community impact.
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Dinner in the Desert Kitchen Profile: Julie Jones Ruse
Ryan Werner
Senior lecturer in photography, Julie involves her students in Dinner in the Desert Kitchen to develop professionalism and purpose-driven art. Her students contribute auction pieces, learning to connect their work to real-world social issues.
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Dinner in the Desert Kitchen Profile: Mary Kate Fleisher
Ryan Werner
Senior photography major, Mary Kate values the program’s social focus, learning collaboration and empathy. The experience has expanded her understanding of how art can raise awareness on issues like food insecurity.
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REAL Dayton Profile: Austin Hoying
Ryan Werner
As a student/co-director of the REAL Dayton program, Austin Hoying works alongside other leaders to guide students through an enriching experience of service, reflection, and community engagement in Dayton.
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