Monthly Archives: July 2013

Audio—Interview with professor William Irvine on culture of insults

Wright State University philosophy professor William Irvine talks about his new book, A Slap in the Face: Why Insults Hurt—And Why They Shouldn’t, on “WYSO Weekend” on WYSO Public Radio. Listen to the interview on WYSO.org (the interview starts around 15:00).

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High-tech projects to highlight Summer-at-the-Edge open house

Humanoid robots, virtual reality, 3D printed unmanned aerial systems, cybersecurity, surgical simulations, plus sensors and smartphones… Continue reading

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Ohio chancellor visits Wright State

John Carey, chancellor of the Ohio Board of Regents, visited Wright State on July 29 during his statewide budget tour. Here’s an overview of media coverage of his visit. WDTN: Ohio Board of Regents visits Wright State Wright State University welcomed the … Continue reading

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Chancellor Carey lauds Wright State for access, opportunity

The chancellor of the Ohio Board of Regents paid a visit to Wright State as part of his statewide budget tour, underscoring the importance of access… Continue reading

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Video—White coat ceremony for Wright State medical students

Excerpt The Miami Valley’s future physicians are getting ready for  medical school. More than 100 Wright State University students started the next step in their medical career. A white coat ceremony was held Sunday afternoon at the Schuster Center, signifying … Continue reading

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Video—International coalition learns from us

Excerpt The Dayton Police Department is showcasing its crime fighting techniques to some international visitors. Delegations from South America, Central America, Mexico and Haiti visited Dayton and Wright State University Friday. They are studying U.S. law enforcement practices in hopes … Continue reading

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Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine welcomes the class of 2017

104 future physicians and their families and friends will gather for convocation ceremony celebrating the start of their medical education

The Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine will welcome 104 new students during a special ceremony on Sunday, July 28… Continue reading

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Oh, the places you’ll go with Wright State’s transportation program

It’s a great time to launch a career in the transportation field, say faculty members in Wright State’s Public Transit and Social Services Transportation Certificate Program.
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Local artist Jud Yalkut dies

Excerpt A well known artist and pioneer of Wright State University’s film and video department has passed away. Jud Yalkut was born in New York City in 1938, but has been a Dayton resident since 1973. He was an assistant professor … Continue reading

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U.S. policing practices focus of international visit

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A delegation of officials from South America, Central America, Mexico and Haiti are visiting Dayton and Wright State University… Continue reading

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