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Submissions from 2005 2005

University of Dayton History Professor Wins Two Fulbright Grants to Support Interfaith Research in Beirut

Board of Regents Okays Mathematics in Education Master's Degree, Program Starts This Summer at University of Dayton

Class of 2005 Shaped by Sept. 11; One Graduate Shaped by the Loss of Her Father

Marine Returns After Two Tours of Duty in Iraq and Graduates with a Pair of University of Dayton Degrees

University of Dayton's Wait List Grows, Applications Surge to Record Level

Father Bert Buby to Discuss Psalms on "God Squad," Popular New York Cable Show Broadcast Over Internet

UD Philosopher Invited to Tehran by Iranian Academy of the Arts, Story Begins with a Jaunt Up a Hillside in India on an Elephant

Working for Justice the Marianist Way, Father Paul Marshall Named New Rector at University of Dayton

Steeped in Tradition, Papal Investiture Incorporates Elements of the Past in Preparation for the Future

Theologians Believe New Pontiff Should Hail from Third World, Continue Dialogue Between World Religions

Representatives from the University of Dayton RISE Symposium to Ring Closing Bell at New York Stock Exchange this Week

Mario Cuomo to Tackle Political Polarization and Issues from Social Security to Environment in Free Talk

Catholics After the Crisis: the Choices we Confront Former NYT Religion Correspondent Addresses Sexual Abuse Crisis

Media Advisory: Ben S. Bernanke to Deliver Keynote Address

University of Dayton to Stage Celebration of Academic Excellence, Former New York Gov. Mario Cuomo to Keynote Stander Symposium

Entrepreneur Magazine Names University of Dayton Program One of the Top 10 Entrepreneurship Emphasis Programs in the Nation

Researchers Study Why Young People Stray from Organized Religion, National Findings to be Presented at UD on April 7

"Dayton Codebreakers" Documentary Premieres April 15, Illustrates Joe Desch's Ingenious, Heroic Effort During World War II

Dispelling the Lawyer's Gladiator Image: Law Dean Co-Authors Book on Resolving Disputes -- Outside Court

The Search Continues: University of Dayton Professors Examine Moral Education in American Schools

University of Dayton Hosts One of "America's Best" as Theologian Stanley Hauerwas Visits

Inspired by a Tiny Mustard Seed, Westina Matthews Publishes Third Book in Series

"The Early-College Experiment" Dayton Early College Academy Featured in National Media

UD Continues Entrepreneurship Surge with Record Undergraduate Enrollment and a New MBA Concentration

Media Advisory: Corretta Scott King's Talk

Hopeful or Hopeless? University of Dayton Professor Examines the Role Hope Plays in the Clergy Sexual Abuse Crisis

Professor Relies on Hebrew Learned 50 Years Ago to Write Book About Ancient Poetic Writing in Book of Psalms.

Wall Street Guru Abby Joseph Cohen, Fed Governor Ben Bernanke Part of All-Star Line-Up of Keynote Speakers at Rise Symposium

The Heart and Vision of a Teacher: Legally Blind Student Doesn't Allow Disease to Alter Her Dreams

Coretta Scott King to Give Free Talk on Campus, Offers a Timeless Message of Social Justice and Peace

Peter Steinfels, Former Senior Religion Writer for The New York Times, Illuminates Religion and Cultural Issues in the Classroom

Fascist Politics and Italian Art: Collection of Essays by UD Professor Shows How Mussolini Made Italian Art His Own

Rare Erma Bombeck Columns Released for Viewing; Teen-Ager Already Possessed Trademark Wit

103-Year-Old Philanthropist Leaves $3.8 Million Windfall to the University of Dayton for Scholarships

Joyce Carter Named New Vice President of Human Resources, Held Similar Post at Fifth Third Bank

University of Dayton Student Making a Difference, Earns Award for Quest to Make Food Safer

University of Dayton Trustees Set Pricing, Offer More Financial Aid to Returning Undergraduates

University of Dayton Students Make Career Connections, Employers Expect to Hire 13 Percent more College Graduates in 2005

University of Dayton to Host First Eucharistic Congress Feb. 5, Part of Celebration of the Year of the Eucharist

Graduate Online Courses in Engineering and Education Receive Accreditation

How Are the Parting of the Red Sea and Potty Training Similar? New Humorous Parenting Book Explores the Miracles of Fatherhood

Is Reconciliation Possible? Priest and Author to Discuss its Role in Sexual Abuse Crisis

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center Adviser to Keynote Martin Luther King Jr. Prayer Breakfast on Jan. 18

Larry Ruff, Legendary English Professor, Dies; Graveside Service Jan. 4, Prayer Service Planned Next Week

Submissions from 2004 2004

Annie T. Thornton Women's Leadership Conference Calls for Proposals for Presentations

A Crash Course in Current Affairs: College Students to Rethink Rules for the Way on Terror

Lawyer in Sexual Misconduct Cases Examines the Cost of the Clergy Sexual Abuse Crisis

Early Registration Urged for Women's Leadership Conference; Coretta Scott King, International Ambassador for Peace, Keynotes

Breathing Life into the Past, University of Dayton Professor Prepares to Help Lead the Urban History Association

Memorial Mass Planned for Edwin "Sandy" King, One of the University of Dayton's Most Popular Professors

Plaid Jumpers and Other Cultural Icons of Catholic Education: Scholars Publish Encyclopedia on Catholic Schools

Father Gene Contadino to Step Down as Rector, Instrumental in Developing Lay Leadership at University of Dayton

Media Advisory: Andrew Young on Campus

After Draft Dodgers, Protests, Hippies and Three UD Presidents, Annie Thornton Set to Retire After 44 Years Serving Students

After Draft Dodgers, Protests, Hippies and Three UD Presidents, Annie Thornton Set to Retire After 44 Years Serving Students

University of Dayton to Give Honorary Degree to Ralph Beiting, Founder of the Christian Appalachian Project, on Nov. 30

Wounded Body of Christ: Sexual Abuse in the Church Lecture Series Continues with Two November Talks

Can Americans Put Rancor of Presidential Election Behind Them? Professors Call for Healing and Renewed Care for U.S. Democracy

Still Marching with Martin: Andrew Young to Reflect on Civil Rights 40 Years After King's Talk

Where's a Top Place to Learn How to Start a Business? UD's Entrepreneurship Program Ranks 15th in Nation

Big Task, Small Subject: Wright Brothers Institute Endowed Chair Guides Nano Research

University of Dayton Wins Federal Grant to Prepare Dayton Early College Academy for High-Stakes Testing

Media Advisory: Dedication and Blessing of Two Residential Facilities

Shopping for a College? University of Dayton to Host Annual College Night

University of Dayton Names Four New Trustees

Father Jack Kelley, Educator and Social Justice Advocate, Dies, Helped Found Dayton Christian Jewish Dialogue

A Joyful Human Spirit:' Eileen Sears Dies at 103, Leaves UD with the Gift of Song

R. Scott Appleby, Notre Dame Historian and Author, to Address the Catholic Church's Response and Responsibility to Sexual Abuse Crisis

UD to Honor Nationally Known Tax Reform Expert, Assistant Conductor with Metropolitan Opera, Other Outstanding Alumni

Larry Fox, UD Chemistry Professor for 35 Years, Dies; Counseled Hundreds of Pre-Med Students, Started "James" Program

Liturgical Music Composer David Haas to Perform in Concert, Lead Workshop at University of Dayton

University of Dayton Welcomes Largest Law Class in History; Nearly One-Third Drawn to Flagship Program in Law and Technology

Cardinal Avery Dulles, Internationally Renowned Theologian, to Receive University of Dayton 2004 Marianist Award

Gift Provides Encouragement for Writers; Price Best Known for Inspiring Erma Bombeck

Media Advisory: Dedication and Blessing, The Hangar

Aug. 21-24: More Than 1,800 New Students to Move In; Orientation Include Chat with Author of Best-Selling Book

University of Dayton Opens Two Modern residential Facilities, Welcomes More Than 1,800 New Students After Record Applications

UD Named One of Best Catholic National Universities, According to New 'America's Best Colleges'

Ohio Graduation Test and "High-Stakes" Testing to be Examined During Statewide Conference

Drawing Inspiration from Mary: Joan Wagner Launches North American Program for Laity

University of Dayton Law Professor of Legal Team to Ride Ohio of Hanging Chads, First Case Nationally to Go to Trial

Ohio Becomes the New Florida: Presidential Race is a Toss-Up in Bellwether State, Analyst Says

40 Percent in Two Years: School of Law Applications Surge; New Students Get Head Start Through "Virtual" Summer Course

Ohio Studies Teacher Preparation and Student Performance, Five-Year Project Could Serve as National Model for Reform

New Students Haven't Met But Send 16,000 Messages to Each Other, Hundreds Log Onto Reality-Based Web Show to Follow "Wendy"

McGregor Fund Awards $100,000 Grant to University of Dayton for Programs in ArtStreet, Imaginative, New Housing/Arts Facility

Water Pollution Prevention Flows Through UD, Center Blurs Jurisdictional Lines, Solves Environmental Problems

Record Crowd Expected at Reunion Weekend; '60s Band Reunites, More than 100 Couples to Renew Vows Before "Marriage Priest"

Mother and Daughter Artists Exhibit 'Messengers from God' in Eclectic Marian Library Display Featuring Birds

Vatican Communicator Reflects on Pope John Paul II's Legacy, Receives University of Dayton's Top Religious Communication Award

Daniel Curran Appointed to NCAA Task Force on Sports Wagering, Will Help Analyze National Study and Make Recommendations

Dayton Early College Academy, One of First in Nation, Grooms Urban Student for College

Board of Trustees Ratifies Appointment of Mary Morton, New Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

A Household Name for Reporters Covering the Vatican: Marjorie Weeke to Receive Religious Communications Award

Erving Beauregard, Legendary Professor of History, Dies; Funeral Services Set for Monday, May 10

A Mark of Academic Quality: Premiere Agency Reaffirms Business School's Accreditation

Street Outreach: College Graduate Lands Unusual First Job Helping the Homeless

Service: Some Graduates to Volunteer for a Year, Others Join the Army

A Woman Fully Grown: Westina Matthews Pens Second Inspirational Book

Oakwood Superintendent Judy Hennessey Tapped as Principal of Dayton Early College Academy