Schedule of Events
Welcome
WELCOME to the 62nd annual Christmas on Campus celebration at the University of Dayton! Our theme this year is “It's a Wonderful Christmas on Campus: Every Time a Bell Rings, a Flyer Gets Its Wings” We hope everyone leaves the event with Christmas cheer and with wonderful memories!
Christmas on Campus was founded in 1963 by Ellie Kurtz as a way for the University of Dayton community to enjoy the Christmas spirit before returning home for break. The first celebration began with students, faculty and staff members joining together for a candlelight procession to a live Nativity made up of members of the Dayton community. Christmas on Campus remains dedicated to these traditions and continues to touch the lives of thousands of students and children. We thank you for joining us and helping to make spirits bright!
Merry Christmas and God bless!
The 2025 Christmas on Campus Committee
Science Center
Jesse Philips Humanities Center
John F. Kennedy Memorial Union
Boll Theatre
Torch Lounge
Outdoor Events
Miriam Hall
Kettering Labs
Frerick's Center
Roesch Library
New Buddy Matchup
RecPlex - Ellie's Carnival
Main Gym
MAC Gym
Food & Beverages
Thank You!
The Christmas on Campus committee would like to thank those who have aided in this year’s Christmas on Campus celebration, including the University of Dayton, Amanda Rupp and Jacob Mantle of the University of Dayton Alumni Association, the University of Dayton Alumni Association, and the Dayton community. A huge thanks to UD’s Center for Student Involvement, especially Jillian Van Auken-Yu and Chris Fishpaw, Conference and Event Services: Tim Shovlin and Lennie Presock.
We would also like to thank Army ROTC, Facilities Management, Carrie Grant, Josh Adams & the Electrical Dept., Shawn Miller & the Maintenance Dept., Rob Eichenaur & the Grounds Dept., Wes Napier & Auxiliary Services, and the Carpentry Dept.
In addition, Cundiff Trees, Schumacher Crane Rental, UD Bookstore, UD Dining and Catering Services especially Joe McClanahan, Public Safety, Our tree donors: Tara & Jeff Smith, the Crossroads Railroad Club, Division III National Model Railroad Association and Miami Valley “S” Gaugers for their train display, The Social Experience, Honey Hills Farm, Prime Time Party Rental, SuperGames, Behind the Scenes, Matthew Evans and Kyra Smith from Roger Glass Center of Arts, and Mark Hoying from the University of Dayton RecPlex.
Thank you to all of the campus organizations and University of Dayton Athletics for donating your time.
Furthermore, thank you to Christmas on Campus alumni and the school contacts at the Dayton public schools who collaborated with the current committee.
A special thanks for donations from Dayton Dragons, Anita Brothers, Joan Martino, Janet Albers, Firehouse Subs, Cocos, The Bobs, Cheesecake Factory, Tony & Peters, Hot Heads Burrito, Mudlick Tap House, Pies and Pints, Smashburger, Starbucks, Buffalo Wild Wings, Old Scratch, Archers Tavern, Pine Club, SmashBurger, Fusian, Milanos, Firehouse Subs, Deweys, Tony & Pete’s, Pies & Pints, Tastefully Roasted, Moeller Brew Barn, Cousin Vinny’s Pizza, and Charlie Huscroft.
Thank you to Milanos, Rusty Taco, Chipotle, and Panera for allowing us to do takeovers, and thank you to Heritage Coffee House for creating our seasonal drink.
Thank you to all the performers who shared their talents with us.
Additionally, thank you to Dayton Utees and Alexis Johnson for supplying us with our shirts, and Chris Fishpaw.
Lastly, thank you to all of our friends and family who donated to Christmas on Campus. Thank you all for your hard work, generosity, leadership, and reassurance.
This event could not have happened without you. Thank you very much!
