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chimney sweeps, former soldiers and others from all walks of life, all of whom drew their inspiration from Mary, the mother of Jesus. A community of believers, they treated each other as equals and shared a deep sense of mission. He saw that in the midst of social change, which can be radical and disruptive, institutions can remain vibrant and grow. New times, he believed, called for new methods.
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The stories in this book reflect that educates for adaptation and change. Researchers develop technology that benefits mankind. In a fragmented world, the University encourages dialogue between faith and culture. Most importantly, the University fosters community and remains deeply committed to the common good. As the University of Dayton moves forward, it will build upon its strong foundation of educational excellence and religious mission. It will continue to read the signs of the times—and embrace the power of possibility.
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THE UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON IN THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY
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READING THE SIGNS OF THE TIMES THE UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON IN THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY
READING THE SIGNS OF THE TIMES
T H E UN I V E RS I TY OF DAYTON I N T H E T W E N T Y- F I R S T C E N T U R Y IN the pages of Reading the Signs of the Times, you will discover how the University of Dayton community has seen the possibilities unfolding in a changing world and acted with a blend of boldness, pragmatism and humility. The strength of the University of Dayton is—and will always be—the strength of its community. Faculty and staff have embraced change at a pace some might consider astounding for higher education, whether it’s turning a former corporate headquarters into a riverfront center for world-class research or welcoming a more diverse student body from all corners of the globe. This is a story of remarkable transformation. Over its history, the University of Dayton evolved from a primary school for boys to a preeminent Catholic research university. Today, the school continues to make an indelible mark in the world while remaining true to the ageless philosophy of Blessed William Joseph Chaminade, founder of the Society of Mary (Marianists), the religious order that founded the school in 1850. After the French Revolution, Father Chaminade brought together an eclectic group of merchants, priests, teachers,
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