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Reflections from New and Graduating Students at our Marianist Universities
Students from all three Marianist Universities shared their personal stories and experiences, which led them to their Marianist University and the values they plan to carry forward upon graduation. Read their reflections from the Association of Marianist Universities Newsletter (AMU) Fall 2025 . Reflection from Briana Saenz at St. Mary’s University I work as a tour guide at St. Mary’s and during my tours, I walk past the characteristics of a Marianist education hung in St. L

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Nov 241 min read
Inclusive Catholic and Marianist Education
FamilyOnline - October issue featured two articles on Marianist Education, among other stories. The first article shares two personal stories about an inclusive Catholic and Marianist Education for children with special needs at our Marianist schools, and the second article highlights the new nursing program at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio. St. Mary’s South Side and Our Lady of Pillar School are part of the One Classroom initiative. This initiative is part of a netw

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Nov 102 min read
Marianist Award at the University of Dayton
Fr. James Heft, SM, was presented with the Marianist Award by the University of Dayton (UD) on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. The Marianist Award is presented annually to a Roman Catholic whose work has made a significant contribution to intellectual life. A leader in Catholic higher education for more than 30 years, Fr. Jim spent many years at UD, serving as chair of the Religious Studies Department for six years, Provost of the university for eight years, and Chancellor for 10 y

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Nov 31 min read
Recycling initiatives at the University of Dayton
University of Dayton’s Hanley Sustainability Institute was awarded a grant through the Ohio EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) to...

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Oct 91 min read
The intersection of Catholic moral theology and ecology
The following podcast, hosted by Dr. Jason King, Beirne Chair and Director of the Center for Catholic Studies at St. Mary’s University,...

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Jun 161 min read
Sparking Sustainability Innovation in Students
Bro. Ed Brink, SM, Vice President for Mission and Rector at the Chaminade University of Honolulu , HI, sends us this update. A...

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Jan 233 min read
University of Dayton at the Synod on Synodality
Read about UD students and faculty members participating in Pope Francis’ Synod on Synodality in Rome. UD students and faculty attended...

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Nov 18, 20241 min read
Silverswords Gather for Aloha ‘Āina Event
Bro. Ed Brink, Vice President for Mission and Rector of Chaminade University of Honolulu , HI, sent us this update about Chaminade's...

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Oct 17, 20241 min read
Environmental Science at Chaminade University, HI.
Bro. Ed Brink, SM, Vice President for Mission and Rector at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, HI, sends us this update. January 25,...

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Apr 4, 20244 min read
Autism Awareness Week at the University of Dayton
One of the seven commitments of the Global Compact on Education, which is part of Marianist Encounters, is to welcome all through...

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Apr 2, 20241 min read
The world sings of an endless love - Laudate Deum, 65.
Sr. Leanne Jablonski, FMI, Director, Marianist Environmental Education Center (MEEC) and Community Fellow for Faith & Environment, Hanley...

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Nov 28, 20231 min read
Christmas Nativities and the Natural World at the University of Dayton
Read about and visit the Christmas nativities based on the natural world exhibited at the Roesch and Marian Libraries of the University...

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Nov 27, 20231 min read
University of Dayton's impact report 2022 -2023
Read University of Dayton's impact report 2022 - 2023. The highlights achieved by UD promote the goals of the Global Compact on Education...

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Nov 13, 20231 min read
St. Mary's University's Laudato Si’ Action Plan follows Pope Francis' call for sustainability
Read about St. Mary's University, San Antonio, TX, listening to Pope Francis’ Earth Day call to action. In Fall 2021, the University...

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Nov 6, 20232 min read
University of Dayton - one of 28 universities to receive national honor
Read about the University of Dayton, OH, receiving National honors among 28 Universities in the US for its leadership in recruiting,...

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Nov 3, 20232 min read
Called to Be Peacemakers - Virtual Retreat - October 7, 2023.
The first goal of the Marianist Family Encounters Project - MFEP is to Promote Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation. In view of...

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Sep 28, 20232 min read
University of Dayton's sustainability goals for campus operations
Read about the University of Dayton's Facilities management and the Hanley Sustainability Institute leading campus partners in setting...

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Aug 31, 20232 min read
Called to Care: The Intersection of Nonviolence and Care for Creation (learning opportunity)
Michelle Sherman, Project Director, Nonviolence & Campus Outreach, Pax Christi USA, and Adjunct Professor, University of Dayton, sends us...

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Aug 24, 20232 min read
Marianist Encounters at the University of Dayton, OH
Fr. Jim Fitz, SM, Vice President for Mission and Rector at the University of Dayton, OH, shares this update with us. Global Compact on...

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Jul 27, 20232 min read
Good, fast, cheap . . . but pretty at St. Mary's University, San Antonio, TX.
Bro. A. Brian Zampier, SM, Social Media Archivist at the Marianist Archives in San Antonio, TX sends us this update. Bueno, Bonito y...

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Jul 24, 20231 min read
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