The University of Dayton and the University of Dayton Research Institute welcomed a strong turnout of 14 AACCM members, representing 11 member companies, on September 4, 2025.
The program began with a breakfast meeting among AACCM members, including a discussion about the present composition of the Executive Committee and updates from Doug Thurman on new activities within AACCM and planning for 2026. The meeting also included a welcome of Prairie Ceramics as a new AACCM member, with a presentation by Owen Vaughan, owner of Prairie Ceramics. To close the business session, Marcus Fish and Tim Powers provided an update on the activities of The American Ceramic Society and the Ceramic and Glass Industry Foundation.
Following the business meeting, researchers at the University of Dayton Research Institute delivered a series of presentations and led tours of the laboratory facilities, showcasing the unique work of the different research departments. AACCM then welcomed undergraduate and graduate students from the University of Dayton’s materials science program for a networking lunch, where each member company provided a brief company overview. After touring a few more laboratory facilities, the day wrapped up with dinner at El Meson. For those who could stay another day, the group was treated to a fascinating guided tour of the National Museum of the United States Air Force.
AACCM members extend a huge thank you to everyone involved at the University of Dayton and the University of Dayton Research Institute for such an informative and interesting program, with special recognition to Professor Alexander Morgan for putting the program together and serving as host throughout the day.
