Author Archives: Jim Hannah

About Jim Hannah

Born in San Diego, Calif., and raised in Troy, OH. Graduated in journalism from Ohio State University. Worked at the Rome Daily American in Italy, the Indianapolis Star and The Associated Press, where I spent 30 years working in Columbus, Dayton and Washington D.C. Currently assistant director of public relations at Wright State University. Married, with three children.

Kimberly Ringo named exceptional nurse educator for her work during pandemic

Kimberly Ringo, a clinical assistant professor of nursing, was named exceptional nurse educator for March as part of the 2022 Year of the Nurse Educator celebration. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Alumni, Coronavirus, Graduate, Health, Education, & Human Services, Home news sidebar, News, Nursing, Nursing, Kinesiology, & Health Sciences |

Mission control

Wright State business alumnus, military veteran Mike Thirtle leads the Gary Sinise Foundation

As a full-time military officer at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, he had little free time to take night classes at Wright State. But Mike Thirtle made time. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Alumni, Alumni Profile, Business, Economics, Graduate, Home news sidebar, MBA, News |

Wright State historical archaeologist Lance Greene authors book on Cherokees who avoided Trail of Tears

In his new book, “Their Determination to Remain,” Lance Greene explores the complexities of race and gender in the antebellum South and the real impacts of racism. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Home news sidebar, Liberal Arts, News, Research, Social Sciences and International Studies |

Never forgotten

Wright State Army ROTC cadets clean headstones at the Dayton National Cemetery

Beautifying the Dayton National Cemetery teaches Wright State Army ROTC that community service is an important part of being an officer and leader. Continue reading

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Scholarships generated by Wright State’s ArtsGala critical for fine and performing arts students

Now in its 23rd year, ArtsGala has raised over $3.5 million in scholarship support for students in the fine and performing arts. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Alumni, Around Campus, Arts Scene, ArtsGala, Fine and Performing Arts, Giving, Home news sidebar, Liberal Arts, News, Robert and Elaine Stein Galleries |

Wright State offering virtual student exchange courses with Kenya, Tanzania and Poland

The program will include a virtual global health course, a drug and behavior course, and an international business and marketing course. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Business, Giving, Health, Education, & Human Services, Home news sidebar, Marketing, Neuroscience, Cell Biology and Physiology, News, Nursing, Nursing, Kinesiology, & Health Sciences, Online Education, Psychology, Science & Mathematics, University Center for International Education |

Medical attention

Wright State medical student Weilong Wang organizes study sessions in the Veteran and Military Center

Weilong Wang, an Army Reserve soldier and medical student, and several classmates are often studying in the Veteran and Military Center from sunup to sundown. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Around Campus, Medical Students, Medicine, Military & Veterans, News, Student Profile |

Business students get career tips, make contacts during Professional Development Day

Professional Development Day at the Raj Soin College of Business featured a panel discussion and networking opportunities for students. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Business, Career Services, Home news sidebar, News |

Decibel delight

Full-throated Wright State fans give basketball team a boost in historic win

A sea of Wright State fans and supporters clad in green and gold filled the stands in a rare “home” game at UD Arena. Continue reading

Posted in Around Campus, Athletics, Home news sidebar, Homepage Photos and Video, News, Photos, Videos |

Hitting the mark

Wright State marketing alumnus Daniel Huiet cashing in with Wild Axe Throwing and the Great Escape Game

The secret to success for Wright State graduate and entrepreneur Daniel Huiet is to always learn from his mistakes. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Alumni, Alumni Association, Alumni Profile, Business, Home news sidebar, Homepage Photos and Video, Marketing, News, Videos |