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Nestled in the charming town of Newark, the University of Delaware thrives on a combination of rich historical significance and cutting-edge research.  More than 20,000 undergraduate and graduate students—affectionately know as Blue Hens—bring the UD community to life. A state-assisted, privately governed institution, UD offers a wide-array of degree programs, including 3 associate programs, 147 bachelor’s programs, 119 master’s programs, 54 doctoral programs and 15 dual graduate programs through seven colleges. Students collaborate with a distinguished set of faculty consisting of renowned authors, a Nobel laureate and Guggenheim and Fulbright fellows. Several influential figures also call themselves Blue Hens, including Vice President Joe Biden, New Jersey Governor Chris Christy, NFL quarterback Joe Flacco and WNBA star Elena Delle Donne. The University of Delaware dates back to 1743, when it began as a small private academy. The first class included three signers of the Declaration of Independence and one signer of the U.S. Constitution. UD has pioneered many programs, including America’s first study abroad program, which continues to be a robust part of the University fabric. The University is committed to providing students and faculty with the resources to conduct innovative and advanced research. 

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Nestled in the charming town of Newark, the University of Delaware thrives on a combination of rich historical significance and cutting-edge research.  More than 20,000 undergraduate and graduate students—affectionately know as Blue Hens—bring the UD community to life. A state-assisted, privately governed institution, UD offers a wide-array of degree programs, including 3 associate programs, 147 bachelor’s programs, 119 master’s programs, 54 doctoral programs and 15 dual graduate programs through seven colleges. Students collaborate with a distinguished set of faculty consisting of renowned authors, a Nobel laureate and Guggenheim and Fulbright fellows. Several influential figures also call themselves Blue Hens, including Vice President Joe Biden, New Jersey Governor Chris Christy, NFL quarterback Joe Flacco and WNBA star Elena Delle Donne. The University of Delaware dates back to 1743, when it began as a small private academy. The first class included three signers of the Declaration of Independence and one signer of the U.S. Constitution. UD has pioneered many programs, including America’s first study abroad program, which continues to be a robust part of the University fabric. The University is committed to providing students and faculty with the resources to conduct innovative and advanced research. 

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Udance
Students join fight against childhood cancer with UDance
UDance, the largest student-run philanthropy at the University of Delaware, presented its 11th annual 12-hour dance marathon on Sunday, March 12, at the Bob Carpenter Center and raised a record amount of $1,890,337.16 for the fight against childhood cancer. More than 2,000 UD students participated in the event.
Mia Natale
Sydney Hirsch
Jacquelyn Keating B.S.N.
Karli Lynch
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Volunteer - 2017 Apr 4
Peace Corps Volunteer
Bridgette Spritz has been selected as a Peace Corps volunteer and will depart in September for Rwanda to teach English.
BS
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Volunteer - 2016 Jun 1
Peace Corps Volunteer
Selected as a Peace Corps volunteer and will serve in Ghana, where he will teach math to middle school students.
JM
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Volunteer - 2016 Jun 1
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Student Volunteers in Nicaragua
University of Delaware sophomore Emma Charlton traveled to Nicaragua during winter break with Volunteers for Intercultural and Definitive Adventures to work with large and small animals in veterinary clinics.
EC
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Volunteer - 2016 Apr 6
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2016 UDance Participant
Almost 250 students participated in the University of Delaware's annual dance marathon, raising $1.7 million for pediatric cancer research.
Victoria Giannini
Jessica Chambers
Kelly Skettini
Melissa Buchner
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Volunteer - 2016 Mar 16
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UD Students Participate in the 2014 Alternative Spring Break Program
In its fourth year, the University of Delaware's alternative spring break program sent approximately 200 students to various U.S. cities to help communities in need.
Laura Snyder
Daniel Auerbach
Caitlin Miller
Erica Comber
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Volunteer - 2014 Apr 7
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