Cultivating a Sustainable Campus offers a first-hand look at sustainability at the University of Dayton. The first hour features a presentation highlighting the Office of Energy & Sustainability, including how the office manages energy and utilities, native landscapes, urban agriculture, waste and materials, and campus sustainability goals. The second hour is a guided tour of Flyer Farm, UD’s urban agriculture site, where participants see sustainable practices in action. Attendees will explore both campus-wide initiatives and on-the-ground projects that promote ecological stewardship, energy efficiency, food security, and community engagement.

The American bald eagle returned to Dayton, Ohio in 2008, ending a 70-year absence. In this seminar we will discuss bald eagle history, anatomy, habitat, hunting, breeding, eaglet development and ongoing survival challenges in our expanding urban environment. Greater understanding leads to a greater appreciation and admiration of our National Symbol.

An opportunity for people who have an interest in—but little to no knowledge of—the incredible marine fossils found in this region. This will not be an in-depth geologic study full of terms and jargon, it will be basic information in laymen terms presented by a long-time amateur collector who has learned along the way. During each session, there will be numerous actual fossils to examine and some to take home.

Nikola Tesla was one of history’s most imaginative inventors and electrical engineers. This seminar will explore Tesla’s remarkable life, his major inventions, and the ideas that helped shape the modern electrical world. Participants will learn about both his brilliance and the challenges that defined his legacy.

Have you wondered how you came to be? In this seminar we will explore the evolution of the universe and biological evolution through lenses of both science and (predominately Catholic Christian) religion.

At 63, Jill Chalsty did something extraordinary. After losing her husband to dementia and surviving breast and lung cancer, she set off alone on a 107-day journey around the world. At every port, she met with education leaders to share her nonprofit's free life skills curriculum, turning her grief into a mission that continues to change lives. Jill writes about this journey in her memoir, Packets of Hope, exploring healing, identity, and finding purpose after profound loss. Her talk offers an inspiring conversation about resilience and the small steps that help us rebuild.

Come along on a virtual tour of the wildflower delights Ohio has to offer throughout the seasons. Discover some new places that might become your favorite locations and take a new look at some old places with a fresh eye. We will look at the common and the extraordinary that Mother Nature has to offer and learn the value of plants along the way.