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From physics to public safety, Kathleen Griggs, BS ’86, has built a career around solving difficult problems, protecting...
09/10/2026

From physics to public safety, Kathleen Griggs, BS ’86, has built a career around solving difficult problems, protecting lives and serving the country through advanced technology.

After earning her physics degree at UD, Griggs went on to create advanced technology programs at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) before becoming an entrepreneur and longtime technology executive.

In 2006, she founded Databuoy Corporation, where she developed and commercialized an acoustic gunfire localization system designed to help first responders rapidly identify the location of gunfire.

For nearly three decades, Griggs has put scientific knowledge, persistence and innovation in service of national security, public safety and a larger purpose.

That is Living the Core: using what you have learned to meet real-world challenges, serve others and make a meaningful difference.

Check out the topics featured at this year’s Women in STEM Conference at University of Dallas:From responsible AI to wor...
09/09/2026

Check out the topics featured at this year’s Women in STEM Conference at University of Dallas:

From responsible AI to work-life balance and authentic leadership, this year’s speakers and sessions are bringing a wide range of experiences and ideas to the conversation.

- Artificial Intelligence – Panel Discussion
- Leadership: The Invisible Crisis Is Visible Now
- Work-Life Balance
- From Algorithm to Impact: Driving Responsible AI and Biomedical Innovation
- Being Authentically You
- Success Story & Celebration: Inspiring the Next Generation Through our 5th-Grade Python Camp

Register for WISL at UD now: https://hubs.ly/Q04x4qN70

At the University of Dallas, students are presented with an ever-increasing number of clubs and extracurricular activiti...
09/09/2026

At the University of Dallas, students are presented with an ever-increasing number of clubs and extracurricular activities, featured in the annual Club Fair!

The Club Fair occurred over two consecutive days, allowing students to explore a wide range of extracurricular activities. The 27 participating clubs ranged from the Mock Trial Club to the Dallas Refugee Project.

Clubs at UD not only foster a greater sense of community through shared interests, but they also draw students closer to the Core program. Several academic departments offer their own clubs and activities, including the Economics Club and the Philosophy Club.

These clubs remind all students of the important question: How will you leave your mark at the University of Dallas?

To view a full list of clubs at UD, visit https://hubs.ly/Q04x4qDK0

"The Holy Spirit was the best admissions counselor of this place." — Dr. RoperRecently, Dr. Gregory Roper, BA '84, was i...
09/08/2026

"The Holy Spirit was the best admissions counselor of this place." — Dr. Roper

Recently, Dr. Gregory Roper, BA '84, was interviewed by "The Texas Catholic" regarding his assumption of the role of dean of the Constantin College of Liberal Arts.

Reflecting on his experience as a student at the University of Dallas, Dr. Roper spoke about how his time as an undergraduate positively impacted his ability to serve as chair of the English department from 2010-2019 and as dean of students from 2021-2026. In the interview, Dr. Roper discussed how he intends to lead UD through an articulation of a fully Catholic and fully intellectual education.

Illustrating the spiritual foundation of UD, Dr. Roper explained, “We always used to say that the Holy Spirit was the best admissions counselor of this place, because none of us knew we wanted to be here until we were here, and suddenly we realized this was the place.”

For the full article, visit https://hubs.ly/Q04wZFv50

Did you know UD students encounter 40 Core books during their first year and Rome semester?Forty books was also the mile...
09/04/2026

Did you know UD students encounter 40 Core books during their first year and Rome semester?

Forty books was also the milestone we challenged the UD community to reach through the Love Ye Core campaign. Thanks to your generosity, we did it, and surpassed it! We’ve now funded 56 new Core Curriculum books and unlocked an additional $10,000 gift for the campaign.

And along with these books, donors are passing along messages for future readers:
“In honor of the many professors who taught me so much about the profound questions of life.” – John, BA ’83 MA ’89
“Hail fellow traveler! You are embarking on an arduous but glorious journey in pursuit of timeless truths. The Church and UD alumni are with you!” – Eleanor, BS ’15

Love the Core. Pass it on.
https://hubs.ly/Q04wMn5L0

Join us in supporting and empowering the next generation of STEM students.This year, Women in STEM Leadership (WiSL) is ...
09/04/2026

Join us in supporting and empowering the next generation of STEM students.

This year, Women in STEM Leadership (WiSL) is offering a unique opportunity for high school students to attend the annual Women in STEM Leadership Conference. We aim to sponsor 10 tickets for these students, providing them with an invaluable chance to connect and network with female leaders and role models in STEM.

We invite you to join us in this impactful initiative by sponsoring one or more students. Your donation will directly cover the costs for these students to attend the conference. In addition to attending speaker sessions, students will participate in networking events, a Dinner and Awards Ceremony and an After Party, where they can celebrate the accomplishments of women in STEM.

For more details, visit https://hubs.ly/Q04wF1_Y0

UD was overjoyed to celebrate the Feast Day of St. Gregory yesterday! A celebration was held fittingly in Gregory Hall, ...
09/04/2026

UD was overjoyed to celebrate the Feast Day of St. Gregory yesterday! A celebration was held fittingly in Gregory Hall, named after the saint himself.

St. Gregory the Great (d. 604 A.D.) was prefect of Rome, a Benedictine Monk and founder of six monasteries. After being elected to the Papacy, he quickly became a renowned figure in the Western world. He is now one of the four key doctors of the Catholic Church. In short, with God's grace, St. Gregory did it all.

As St. Gregory said, "The greatness of contemplation can be given to none but those who love." The University of Dallas strives to embody this same spirit of contemplation in all that we do. His feast day is a perfect reminder of what UD stands for.

St. Gregory the Great, pray for us!

Last image: "Saint Gregory the Great, Pope" by Francisco de Goya, Wikimedia Commons (Public Domain).

President Jonathan J. Sanford shared the second issue of Principes, “Wisdom to Direct the Will,” with the UD community, ...
09/03/2026

President Jonathan J. Sanford shared the second issue of Principes, “Wisdom to Direct the Will,” with the UD community, reflecting on former UD President Donald Cowan’s vision for the University and its enduring purpose.

As Cowan wrote, “What we seek is wisdom to direct the will.”

Read the latest issue of Principes: https://hubs.ly/Q04wDZM30.

Faith and great teaching are at the heart of the UD experience — and our students agree.The Princeton Review has once ag...
09/02/2026

Faith and great teaching are at the heart of the UD experience — and our students agree.

The Princeton Review has once again named the University of Dallas among the nation’s best colleges, with UD ranking:
- #2 Most Religious Students
- #15 Professors Get High Marks
- #17 Happiest Students

These rankings are based entirely on student surveys, reflecting what students themselves say about a campus where faith is deeply lived and professors bring learning to life.

UD was also named among The Best 392 Colleges for 2027, a Best Value College and a Best Southwest College, and was recently recognized among Money’s Best Colleges in America 2026.

Read more about the rankings at https://hubs.ly/Q04wrMnj0

Can you help solve a 500-year-old artistic puzzle?During Alumni & Family Weekend, join Dr. Gerard Wegemer for a special ...
09/02/2026

Can you help solve a 500-year-old artistic puzzle?

During Alumni & Family Weekend, join Dr. Gerard Wegemer for a special master class, “Holbein’s Innovative Portrait of Thomas More and His Family: Creating Puzzles for the Liberally Educated,” exploring Hans Holbein’s groundbreaking portrait of Thomas More and his family and the unresolved questions scholars are still debating today.

Register and see what else is planned at AFW: https://hubs.ly/Q04wnk4X0

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