Catholic and Marianist
Our Catholic and Marianist identity shapes our bold approach to education and our unyielding commitment to student success.
About UD
The University of Dayton is guided by the Marianist tradition, which understands education as the formation of the whole person and of a community in which every member belongs.
Five Characteristics of Marianist Education
- Educate for formation in faith
- Provide an integral, quality education
- Educate in family spirit
- Educate for service, justice and peace
- Educate for adaptation and change
These characteristics inform how we teach, how we serve neighbors in Dayton and beyond, and how we welcome people of every background and faith tradition into one community.