Stander Symposium abstract book - University of Dayton

About the Stander Symposium
Brother Joseph W. Stander, S.M.
Professor of Mathematics
Provost (1974 - 1989)
Honoring the late Brother Joseph W. Stander, S.M., Professor of Mathematics and Provost (1974-
1989), the Stander Symposium celebrates academic excellence, rich collaborations and many
forms of intellectual, artistic, and spiritual growth. The career of Brother Joe embodied the spirit
of collaboration and the Stander Symposium stands as a continuing tribute to him and all who
carry on the Marianist tradition of education through community.
A distinctive spirit permeates student research at the University of Dayton. The faculty and students
of the University are determined that “a community of learners” is not a cliche but a realistic
goal. Thus the University fosters an atmosphere that nurtures productive collaboration and a
shared search for excellence in learning and in research. The Stander Symposium is a day-anda-half
long event, and constitutes the University of Dayton’s principal annual celebration of academic
excellence. The Symposium features a keynote speaker, poster sessions, hands-on activities,
performances, exhibits, oral presentations and highlights of capstone course work.
All students at the university engaging in research, creative endeavors, and other forms of innovative
thinking are encouraged to participate in this student research symposium. Student
attendees are key members of a critically reflective audience for their peers. Faculty members
serve as mentors and leaders for many of these projects and are the driving force behind scholarship
in their fields. The efforts of students, faculty, and staff are critical to making this event
successful year after year.
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