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We provide a free ambulance service to those living in the UD community. Feel free to stop by the EMS house and check out the ambulance or chat with the crew.

University of Dayton Emergency Medical Services is a state certified Basic Life Support ambulance. Approximately 60 undergraduate students at the University of Dayton serve the UD community 24/7. Learn more about our CPR and First Aid Classes and the many other ways UDRS serves the UD community at our website: udayton.edu/students/squad/index.php

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12/11/2025

As exam week wraps up and students head home for break, Squad 1 wishes everyone a safe and joyful holiday season! ❄️

We’ve been busy soaking in the last few weeks—spending time with the kiddos at Christmas on Campus, enjoying a squad laser tag night, hosting Squadsgiving, and celebrating with Secret Santa. Special shoutout to our Special Events Officer, .mckeownnn for organizing such wonderful events!

Happy Holidays!🎄 — Squad 1

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Squad 1! We are incredibly thankful for our UD community and the support we receive all year. Wishing everyone a safe, joyful holiday with loved ones!🦃🥧

11/23/2025

🎉 Huge congratulations to the 22 members of our newest UD EMS class who passed their practical testing this past Saturday! We are incredibly proud of each of you. You’re now one step closer to becoming certified EMTs—keep up the amazing work! 🚑💙

11/16/2025

This past week, UD EMS proudly celebrated National Collegiate EMS Week 2025! 🚑💙 We had an amazing time and stayed busy with a variety of activities and events across campus.
We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to serve the UD community in such a meaningful way. We are proud of each of our EMTs, who embody our mission of “Students Helping Students” through their hard work, dedication, and commitment to this organization!

11/06/2025

🚑 National Collegiate EMS Week is almost here! ❤️ Next week, UD EMS will be celebrating with a full lineup of events and activities across campus! We can’t wait to kick off the week with fundraisers, takeovers, table hours, and more.
Come join us as we celebrate this special week and recognize the incredible dedication and accomplishments of our amazing EMTs! 💙
Don’t forget — when you attend any of our takeovers, make sure to mention or show the attached flyers!

11/04/2025

The Squad House had some spooky visitors this past weekend! 👻 We hope everyone enjoyed a fun and safe Halloween! 🎃

10/30/2025

Yesterday afternoon, our On-Duty Crew got to spend the afternoon with College Mentors for Kids! We had so much fun teaching the kids about EMS, answering their questions, sharing some cool photos, and surprising them with an ambulance tour 🚑✨ Huge thanks to the amazing coordinators of who helped make this event happen!

10/06/2025

This week is Mental Health Week! Please join us in celebrating with some fun activities to promote and raise awareness around mental health 💚

09/15/2025

On Sunday, September 7th, UD EMS hosted the 19th Annual Lesley E. Smith Memorial 5K in honor of Lesley Smith — a beloved former UD EMS member who passed away in 2008 due to epilepsy complications. 💜

We are incredibly grateful for another successful event that not only brought our community together but also raised nearly $2,500 for The Epilepsy Foundation and helped raise awareness about epilepsy.

A heartfelt thank you to the 91 participants(‼️), as well as those who donated or supported from afar. Special thanks to Lesley’s parents for joining us in the walk, for his thoughtful words before the race, and Chief Durian with for showing his continued support.
We’re also deeply appreciative of our 18 generous sponsors, who provided donations, raffle prizes, and food for participants — your support made this event possible!

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09/11/2025

💜🩵September is Su***de Prevention Month
🌍 Today is World Su***de Prevention Day College can be overwhelming — you’re not alone if you’re struggling. UD EMS has seen firsthand how important mental health is and recognizes this always.  Check in on your friends and check in on yourself. Look out for each other and call when you need help.

📞 Need someone to talk to? Call or text 988 — 24/7, free & confidential
📞 Experiencing a mental health crisis? call Public Safety at (937)229-2121

09/08/2025

Over the past few weeks, our newest members completed their first-ever shifts—while our seniors wrapped up their last first shifts. Time really flies! It’s been an incredible start to the school year, and we’re so excited for what’s to come 🚑

08/31/2025

❗️ATTENTION UD COMMUNITY❗️ We’re just ONE WEEK away from the 19th Annual Lesley E. Smith Memorial 5k!

📍 Join us on campus on September 7th for a meaningful day filled with fun, food, and prizes from our wonderful sponsors—all in support of a great cause.
Whether you’re a student, alum, family, or friend, everyone is welcome to sign up and run with us!

💜 Can’t attend in person? You can still support from afar by making a donation through the same link. Every contribution benefits The Epilepsy Foundation in honor of former UD EMS member, Lesley Smith.

🔗 Sign up or donate here: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Dayton/ThAnnualLesleyESmithMemorial5K

Thank you for your continued support—we can’t wait to come together for this special event!

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214 Lawnview Avenue
Dayton, OH
45409

Website

https://www.udayton.edu/publicsafety/ems/squad/

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University of Dayton EMS (UD EMS), formerly known as UD Rescue Squad, is located on the University of Dayton's Campus in Dayton, Ohio. Founded in 1992, we are a 100% student run volunteer Emergency Medical Services organization composed of undergraduate UD students. We provide pre-hospital care and transportation for all medical and trauma emergencies on campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during the academic year.

Find out more information about us on our website: https://udayton.edu/publicsafety/ems/squad/index.php

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