Greetings!

Spring has officially arrived in Dayton! While it’s been a chilly winter, the GovCP community has stayed busy. From new academic opportunities and upcoming events to faculty highlights and program updates, there is plenty to catch up on in this edition.

As always, we are grateful for the strong and supportive community that continues to make the Government Contracting & Procurement program such a rewarding place to learn, teach, and connect.

Sincerely,

Sabra Tomb, Esq.

Director of Training Programs and Strategic Business Development

University of Dayton School of Law

Spring is a great time to take the next step in your career — and there is still time to apply for the Summer 2026 term by April 10th and start classes on May 18th!



Courses are offered in our program’s unique FlexCourse format, which combines live online instruction with self-paced coursework. All live sessions are held in the evening (8:00 p.m. ET), allowing students across the country to participate without interrupting their regular work schedules.

Summer enrollment is available for both the M.S.L. degrees and certificate programs in:

• Government Contracting & Procurement — focused on the laws, regulations, and practices that guide federal procurement

• Acquisition Program Management — designed to build the strategic and management skills needed for complex government programs

Certificate students benefit from a fully online format, multiple start dates throughout the year, and the ability to apply certificate credits toward the M.S.L. degree.

With instruction from experienced government and industry professionals, the program is designed to provide practical knowledge while remaining flexible for working professionals.



Join us in shaping the future of government contracting from all angles of the field!

Currently completing your bachelor’s degree but interested in the Government Contracting & Procurement program? We also offer an accelerated pathway that allows eligible students to begin graduate coursework while finishing their undergraduate studies, creating a more efficient route to the M.S.L. in Government Contracting & Procurement.

Students may enter the program during their junior year, or after completing the required number of undergraduate credits, and can earn up to 10 graduate credit hours while still enrolled as an undergraduate. Courses are offered in the same FlexCourse format provided for our M.S.L. & certificate programs, making it possible to continue your education without interrupting your current schedule.

Eligible students also receive a 20% tuition scholarship for up to 10 credit hours of graduate coursework taken through the University of Dayton School of Law.

Learn more about how our Bachelor’s + Master’s Pathway can help you achieve your educational goals.

Programs interested in partnering on the Bachelor’s + Master’s Pathway may contact Sabra Tomb for additional information.

We are proud to offer a variety of financial aid opportunities, including options for military and veteran students. The program also partners with Edcor, a leading third-party tuition reimbursement provider, to help eligible government contracting professionals receive employer-sponsored support for their M.S.L. or certificate studies. These options can help make your next academic step more manageable while continuing to work full time.

“We are truly in a different era of federal contracting.”

Our Director of Training Programs and Strategic Business Development, Sabra Tomb, recently shared her perspective with the Dayton Daily News on the rapidly evolving federal contracting landscape.

In the article, Sabra discusses the pace of recent policy and regulatory changes and the challenges contractors and acquisition professionals face in adapting to new requirements.

She notes that while change is constant in federal contracting, the speed and scope of current developments make a strong understanding of the regulatory framework more important than ever.

→ Read the Full Feature

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re proud to highlight the outstanding women who contribute to the strength of our Government Contracting Program and the broader government contracting field. Our faculty bring experience from across government, industry, and private practice, providing students with real-world perspective and leadership from every corner of the contracting field. 

JACKI GALL

Senior Acquisition Attorney, US Air Force and Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve Jag Corps

Jacki manages legal strategy for two-thirds of the Air Force acquisition budget, bringing elite, high-stakes fiscal law expertise to the classroom.

JENNIFER MORGAN

Air Force Deputy Program Executive Officer for Presidential & Executive Airlift, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center

A distinguished Air Force leader with decades of experience, Jennifer brings a masterclass in DoD acquisition, financial management, and strategic planning to our students.

JENNY STRONG

Ethics Specialty Team Attorney, Deputy Ethics Counsel, United States Department of Veterans Affairs

As Senior Counsel at TE Connectivity, she advises on government contracting, regulatory compliance, and cybersecurity, drawing on prior experience in ethics & acquisition law with the VA and Air Force.

MOLLY COLANERI

United States Government Contracts & Compliance Associate Director, Collins Aerospace 

Molly has an extensive background in federal acquisition and prior leadership in large-scale Department of Defense negotiations involving complex contracting and compliance matters.

SABRA TOMB

Director of Training Programs & Strategic Business Development at University of Dayton School of Law

A former Attorney-Advisor for the $6B Air Force Research Laboratory, Sabra leads the strategic development of our GovCP programs, ensuring they meet the highest industry standards.

Their experience and leadership reflect the depth of knowledge behind the GovCP program and the important role women continue to play in shaping the future of government contracting. We are grateful for the expertise, dedication, and perspective these professionals bring to the classroom and to the broader government contracting community.

April 9–11, 2026 | Dayton, OH + Hybrid 

The University of Dayton Human Rights Center will host the Social Practice of Human Rights (SPHR) 2026 Conference: Creative Resistance—Artivism, Technology, and the Right to Dissent on April 9–11, 2026 in Dayton, with hybrid participation options available.

This year’s conference will examine how art, technology, and creative expression are reshaping modern resistance and protecting the right to dissent. The event brings together artists, activists, technologists, scholars, and community leaders for three days of discussion, collaboration, and interdisciplinary exchange.

Sabra Tomb will also be presenting this year’s conference. Her topic, “Knowledge as Resistance: Incarcerated Education and the Power of Creative Dissent,” explores how education programs in correctional settings can empower individuals and challenge systems of inequality.

Registration is still open for those interested in attending.

AI GOVERNANCE ROUNDTABLE

April 17th 11:00 a.m. ET | Columbus, OH | CLE Credit Available

On April 17, Sabra Tomb will moderate a roundtable discussion at the Ohio Women’s Bar Association Annual Conference in Columbus.

The session — “Legal Leaders Roundtable: AI Governance, Ethics, and Resilient Practice” — will explore how legal leaders can implement responsible AI governance while protecting client confidentiality and managing evolving ethical standards.

The panel brings together legal leaders from The Ohio State University, American Fund Group, and private practice to discuss how organizations can build resilient practices while integrating AI tools into daily legal work.

Registration is still open!

HEALTHCARE & LAW SYMPOSIUM

April 18th 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Dayton, OH | Free 

On April 18, 2026, the University of Dayton and the Miami Valley Hospital will co-host Pulling Back the Legal Curtain on Modern Healthcare, a symposium exploring the legal and regulatory frameworks that shape today’s healthcare system.

The event is designed for healthcare professionals, students, and community members interested in understanding how legal oversight supports modern healthcare delivery. Topics include: compliance, malpractice, risk management, and the role of law in healthcare operations.

Sabra Tomb will be moderating and participating in the Legal Interactions in Healthcare breakout session, alongside leaders from the legal, public health, and healthcare communities.

The event is free to attend, and registration is still open.

The University of Dayton School of Business Administration is introducing two new MBA concentrations:

🔹 Government Contracting

🔹 Government Acquisition Program Management

These concentrations incorporate coursework from the Government Contracting & Procurement program and expand opportunities for professionals seeking advanced training in federal acquisition and program management.

This collaboration reflects continued alignment between the School of Law and the School of Business in supporting the needs of the government contracting workforce.

A special thank you to Assistant Dean, Graduate Business Programs, Don Hopkins, for helping bring this collaboration to life. 

Recent developments across the federal contracting landscape have renewed attention on the ethical responsibilities of government employees and acquisition professionals.

In a recent article, Sabra Tomb reflects on the principle that public service is a public trust, and why a strong understanding of conflicts of interest rules, post-government employment restrictions, and standards for impartial decision-making remains essential in today’s environment.

As policy changes accelerate and scrutiny increases, ethical compliance is not only a regulatory requirement but a critical part of maintaining public confidence in government operations. Sabra’s article highlights key elements of the federal ethics framework and why they continue to matter for professionals working in government, defense, and industry.



→ Read the full article

→ Learn more about our asynchronous, affordable Government Ethics training (CLE/CEU eligible)

• Apr 4 - 12: Spring Break
• Apr 9 - 11: SPHR 2026 Event
• Apr 10: Summer Term Application Deadline
• Apr 17: AI Governance Roundtable Event
• Apr 18: Healthcare & Law Symposium
• Apr 21: Last Day of Classes
• Apr 24 - May 6: Final Exams
• May 9: Graduation Ceremony for Jan, May, & Aug 2026 Graduates
• May 18: Summer Term Begins

Our Government Contracting Program offers three convenient start dates each year— Spring, Summer, and Fall.

Apply by April 10th to start this Summer on May 10th!

Keep an eye out for more details about our upcoming term and stay connected with us on LinkedIn for the latest updates, insights, and program highlights.

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