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March 02, 2025
No Snooze Is Bad News
To sleep — perchance to snore. Ay, there’s the rib, which my wife, Sue, pokes every time I snore while she’s trying to sleep.

March 01, 2025
Humor Writer of the Month: Kristin Wollett
Kristin Wollett's main goal in life is to make people laugh. While she's been an actor for over a decade in her "real job," she also writes romantic comedies, then dreams about who she can bribe to make them into movies. She's our Humor Writer of the Month.

President
February 28, 2025
Lessons in Service
"Their work is deeply rooted in helping students find their path and discover their vocation," said University of Dayton President Eric Spina about Jennifer Dalton and Verb Washington, the 2025 recipients of the Lackner Award. "Both Jen and Verb model the Marianist way of leading through service to others."

Libraries
February 28, 2025
Teaching to Inspire: Women’s History Month 2025
The University Libraries celebrates this year's Women’s History Month theme: "Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations."

February 28, 2025
When Gina Calls, You Say Yes
Fast Famous Women is the fourth book in the Fast series edited by Gina Barreca and published by Woodhall Press. I have an essay published in each book — an honor I can only sum up by saying, "When Gina calls, you say yes."

February 27, 2025
Before Mommy Bloggers There Was Erma
My mom died in a car accident when I was 7 years old. All of her secrets and womanly advice disappeared with her. Erma Bombeck showed up in my life right on time.

Libraries
February 26, 2025
Ramadan: Community, Self-Reflection
The Muslim Student Association shares Ramadan information and activities happening in Roesch Library and on campus.

Faculty and Staff
February 25, 2025
Honoring Courtney Kingston: A Farewell to a Valued Team Member
As we say goodbye to Courtney Kingston, we reflect on the incredible impact she’s had on the University Honors Program and the many ways she’s touched both students and colleagues alike. Over the course of her time with us, Courtney has become a beloved part of the team, and her departure leaves a big gap in our office.

Sustainability
February 25, 2025
A student's reflection on her last sustainability dialogue
Sustainability dialogues, held with roommate groups across campus, go beyond discussing recycling or energy conservation.

President
February 25, 2025
Common Ground
Dennis Currier’s UD men’s soccer teams are wildly diverse — and wildly successful. That’s a winning strategy, on and off the field.