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Learning for every stage of life.

The Office of Special Programs and Continuing Education connects adults, professionals, organizations, and community members with meaningful learning experiences beyond the traditional degree.

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Your gateway to lifelong learning, professional growth, and community connection.

Whether you are exploring seminars for the joy of learning, seeking CEUs or professional development, joining a music program, or attending a special event, SPCE helps you find the right next step.

Choose your learning pathway

SPCE brings together several kinds of learning opportunities under one department. Select the pathway that best matches your goals.

For adults 50+

Lifelong Learning

Explore learning for the joy of it through seminars, discussion, community, music, campus connections, and volunteer-led experiences.

Explore Lifelong Learning

For students and educators

Continuing Education

Access CEUs, professional development, certificate documentation, and approval support for University of Dayton learning experiences.

Explore Continuing Education

For community experiences

Special Programs

Join programs and events that bring people together through music, creativity, culture, conversation, and shared experiences.

Explore Special Programs

Featured opportunities

AI Lecture Series

Join in on our Summer Lecture Series How is artificial intelligence transforming ameria? A six session series presented by content experts on a wide range of fields.
CEUs

Need CEU approval for a UD program? Review the CEU application process and required documentation.
Special Programs

Special events and community programs Find upcoming speakers, gatherings, outings, and enrichment experiences.

Why learn with SPCE?

Our programs extend the University of Dayton’s educational mission to adult learners, professionals, organizations, and the broader community.

University of Dayton quality

Programs are connected to UD’s mission, academic strengths, community partnerships, and commitment to learning across life.

Flexible noncredit learning

Learn without pursuing a full degree through seminars, CEUs, certificates, workshops, events, and enrichment opportunities.

Community and belonging

SPCE programs help people connect through shared interests, music, discussion, professional goals, and lifelong curiosity.

We can help you find the right next step.

Contact the Office of Special Programs and Continuing Education for questions about registration, programs, CEUs, special events, and lifelong learning opportunities.

Special Programs and Continuing Education

Phone: 937-229-2347
Email: spce@udayton.edu

UDOLLI

Phone: 937-229-2605
Email: udolli@udayton.edu