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3 days; 3 schools. Constantin College, Braniff Graduate School, and Gupta College of Business are the three schools at UDallas. Which school do you think has the better grades?

Thank Goodness It's Thursday, and only 4 days left until the academic year starts! Here at UDallas, we definitely know how to celebrate Thursdays. Share what you're doing on your "almost Friday."

The Archangels Men's Network invites Dallas neighbors to a morning of fellowship in support of the Hunger Services mission of Catholic Charities Dallas. Bishop Edward J. Burns and University President Jonathan J. Sanford, PhD, will give remarks. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02M7mv80

Breakfast with the Bishop 2024 Breakfast with the Bishop 2024 Thursday, October 3, 2024 St. Paul the Apostle Parish Center 900 Saint Paul Dr, Richardson, TX 75080

5 days left! Groundhog, Charity Week, Oktoberfest, Winter Cotillion, Spring Formal are some of our many student life events. Which one is your favorite, and why is it Groundhog?

As a reminder, the Gupta College of Business starts classes on Monday, 8/26. Classes in Constantin College and Braniff Graduate School begin on Wednesday, 8/28.

As we gear up for Faculty Day at the University of Dallas, we're excited to highlight and celebrate the incredible professors that distinguish the university as a true community of learning.

Our faculty are the heart and soul of UDallas, and our accomplished alumni owe much to their professors' dedication to teaching, research and mentorship. So, in the spirit of appreciation, tell us: Who's your favorite professor, and why?

6 more days until classes! The books for the Core Curriculum have been laying still all summer and can't wait to have their spines cracked. Which Core class was your favorite?

7 days until the first week of classes! We hope our incoming freshmen are packed up and ready for their "Disorientation"! We are excited for them to move to one of the 7 freshman dorms. Comment yours below!

Grace and peace unto y'all from Oxford!

UDallas was well-represented last week at the Oxford Patristics Conference. Theology professor Greg Cruess, Braniff Graduate School Dean Richard Dougherty, PhD '93, philosophy professor Kevin Kambo, history professor Jon Paul Heyne, BA '10, Harvard Medical School instructor Tommy Heyne, BA '06, and doctoral student Miriam McElvain, MA '18, all gave presentations.

SAVE THE DATE: Alumni & Family Weekend 2024 is Sept. 27 through 29! UD alumni, families, siblings, parents, students, faculty and friends are invited to the campus to reconnect with friends, visit with students and walk the Mall. Early bird prices are open until Monday, Sept. 2. RSVP today at https://udallas.edu/afw!

Loss and Life: Through Family Struggle, Lauded Accounting Student Finds Purpose Through the strife and ultimate success of his family, Esparza saw the good he could do as a certified public accountant.

Purely Catholic recently posted a video titled 'The Top Five Catholic Universities in the USA.' Any guesses on which university took the #1 position?

Check it out here:

The Top Five Catholic Universities In The USA

In case you missed it, the University of Dallas hosted around 50 Catholic leaders across the Dallas diocese for a two-day workshop. This collaboration between the Catholic Diocese of Dallas and the University of Dallas, aims to empower participants by enhancing their skills in business, ministry, and leadership.

J. Lee Whittington, Ph.D., the Dean of the Satish & Yasmin Gupta College of Business was the primary speaker/facilitator.

📚✨ Exciting news! We’re participating in the Conexiones Virtual 🎓 Grad Fair by Prospanica National on July 27, 2024, at 11 AM CST! This is an opportunity for aspiring MBA candidates to connect with our representatives, explore our programs, and get all your questions answered. Don’t miss out on this chance to plan your future! Register now and join us online 🔗 https://hubs.ly/Q02HNjGw0

Conexiones - Prospanica Graduate School Fair Save your spot to chat directly with a variety of organizations. Each chat lasts around 10 mins and you can join from your desktop or smartphone at anytime during the event. Sign up today!

We’ve had the pleasure of welcoming Bishop Gregory Kelly and many alumni at the UDallas booth during the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis this week. Witnessing the profound impact of UD across the country and in the Church at this historic event has been truly inspiring. If you're attending the Congress, we’d love for you to stop by and say hello!

The UDallas Satish & Yasmin Gupta College of Business congratulates Thomas Allen, MS ’25, who was recently awarded the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board scholarship for the 2024-25 academic year.

Susan Rhame, PhD, associate professor of accounting at the Satish and Yasmin Gupta College of Business, says of Thomas, “His nomination was a result of his demonstrated work ethic in the classroom while also balancing an demanding work schedule. We are so excited for Thomas and look forward to seeing his continued success.”

Way to go, Thomas!

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COB Student Awarded Accounting Scholarship for Academic Excellence The PCAOB Scholars Program awards scholarships to outstanding students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate accounting degree programs.

Finding a cosigner for a loan can be an intimidating process. Jenny Gu, associate professor of finance at the Gupta College of Business, shares her advice and tips on this topic in a recent article. Check it out here: https://hubs.ly/Q02GyFy50

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Congratulations to Saraih Mendoza ’25 for winning a competitive Hispanic Scholarship Fund award! We'll add that Mendoza, who recently defended a major thesis in Spanish, has spent this and last summer tutoring high school students in UDallas' summer programs. Here she is (left) at a Dallas Shakespeare in the Park production. You earned it, Saraih!

Big shoutout to nurse-turned-CEO Shelly Harris, MBA '03, for being recognized as a leader in North Dakota. Indian Health Service appointed Harris CEO of the Quentin N. Burdick Memorial Health Care Facility last month. Congratulations, Shelly!

The Top 50 Women Leaders of North Dakota for 2024 – Women We Admire Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders of North Dakota for 2024. North Dakota is a gorgeous state known for its diverse landscapes and many outdoor activities. But the great outdoors isn’t the only reason professionals live and thrive in the Peace Garden State. They bring ...

Attention, alumni business owners! Every entrepreneur who proudly wears UDallas blue, from bakers to woodworkers, is welcome to sign up for the Alumni Business Festival. The festival, a chance to introduce your business to the UDallas community, takes place on Sept. 28 during Alumni & Family Weekend. See you then!

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"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."

Happy July 4th!

We all remember our favorite teachers — enthusiastic, caring and devoted to the job. When the third-graders at St. Cecilia Catholic School grow up, we bet they'll remember Lola Rodriguez, BA '22.

“It’s a ministry in a way," Rodriguez says of teaching. "What teaching brings to the child, it not only gives them an opportunity to learn and grow, but it also allows them to grow in their faith. To me, that’s the most important part.”

Read more at The Official Texas Catholic Newspaper: https://hubs.ly/Q02F1-vQ0

Family, faith inspire new teacher's desire to give back Faith, family and community. Lola Rodriguez credits those three aspects of her life with inspiring her to answer the call to become a Catholic school teacher.

Our commitment to meeting students' needs, nurturing their talents and freeing their minds through the Core Curriculum makes the University of Dallas rigorous and truly liberal. We're thankful for the recognition of The Princeton Review's Best Value list.

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"I don’t see this as work; it really has become my vocation," Luis Gonzalez, MBA '95, says of his job at the helm of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of North Texas.

"I love, love, love what I’m doing. I’m working harder than I ever have before. I go to sleep exhausted; I wake up energized. It’s just such a blessing."

Q&A: Gupta Grad Luis Gonzalez, CEO of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul North Texas Luis Gonzalez, MBA ’95, worked in finance for years before he felt called to support the Catholic Church more directly in his work.

"I realized that for anyone interested in probing the deepest questions of human nature — What do humans seek? What makes them happy? Why do they fail to be happy? — political philosophy is the best starting place," says Lynn Uzzell, PhD '08, Bethel University's newest politics professor. Congratulations, Dr. Uzzell!

Welcome to the Newest HiPPo: Dr. Lynn Uzzell Today we’re happy to announce that Dr. Lynn Uzzell will join the Bethel faculty this fall as a full-time, tenure-track professor, teaching courses in American politics/government and politica…

The Core and the Catholic faith drew Isabella Flynn, BA ’23 MS ’25, to the University of Dallas. Caring faculty and alumni of the Gupta College of Business helped bring her to Zaviant, where she now works as a cybersecurity analyst.

Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q02Cg3Sl0

Q&A: Isabella Flynn Takes Humanities Degree Into Cybersecurity Career After majoring in politics as an undergraduate, Isabella Flynn pursued a graduate degree in cybersecurity and began working as a data privacy analyst.

We're fortunate to have a variety of Catholic colleges and universities in America. Which one is right for you? UDallas Vice President for Enrollment Andrew Ellison, a former teacher, advises students to consider schools' academic rigor, worship culture and more. Read on: https://hubs.ly/Q02BrXBj0

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Security professionals: Don't miss the North Texas ASIS meeting that we're hosting on June 13! Professor of Cybersecurity Brett Landry and University Police Chief Russ Greene will both speak at the event. Sponsored by Prosegur Security, this ASIS luncheon will last from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. https://hubs.ly/Q02BpqGg0

ASIS NTX Chapter June Luncheon Please join us for our June luncheon

As students consider college and graduate school this summer, Ethics and Public Policy Center fellow Erika Bachiochi encourages them to take their romantic life into account. Read more by Elise DeGeeter '25, MA '26: https://hubs.ly/Q02B6qcK0

‘Consider the life you want’: Scholar says family goals should influence college choices | The College Fix Women and men should think ahead to what they want from life, expert says.

The University of Dallas is proud to sponsor and exhibit the Catholic Homeschool Conference! Register for the conference today and get $10 off with our code HSC10OFF- https://hubs.ly/Q02z_tXw0. Homeschool Admission Counselor Natalie Williams, BA '22, will answer questions live at the University of Dallas virtual booth today from 6:30 to 8 p.m. EST (5:30 - 7 p.m. CST).

Families and students can learn more about UDallas’ A+ rated Core Curriculum at our June 28 Homeschool Open House. Sign up today: https://hubs.ly/Q02z_h190

Meet a few of the Class of 2028's best and brightest. The University of Dallas has awarded competitive scholarships — the Crusader Scholarships, Scholars of Excellence awards and the Homeschool Scholarship — to incoming freshmen. We can't wait to welcome them into the UD community this fall!

Scholarships Awarded to Incoming Students The University of Dallas is proud to announce the winners of several scholarships for incoming students. UD will welcome ten recipients of the Scholars of Excellence award to the Class of 2028. Scholars of Excellence are recognized for academic merit and receive full-tuition scholarships. The Crusad...