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Wright State University hosting National Civics Bee Regional Competition

Dayton-area middle school students will test their civics knowledge and compete for cash prizes and a chance to advance to the national championship
Logo reading "Wright State University | Center for Civics, Culture and Workforce Development"

The competition is supported by a $3 million grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Education to expand civic literacy, leadership and participation. Continue reading →

Wright State student-athletes make an impact on Fairborn family through Habitat for Humanity project

More than 160 Wright State student-athletes and coaches helped Habitat for Humanity build a new home for a Fairborn family, turning a volunteer effort into a lasting community impact. Continue reading →

Regional development executive Jerad Barnett appointed to Wright State Board of Trustees

Synergy Building Systems CEO brings extensive experience in regional development, business leadership and community service

Jerad Barnett, president and CEO of Beavercreek-based Synergy Building Systems, has been appointed to the Wright State Board of Trustees for a six-year term. Continue reading →

Wright State researchers identify potential driver of severe early-onset preeclampsia

New study identifies role of extracellular vesicles in blood vessel dysfunction and points to a potential new treatment approach

A Wright State team has identified what may be driving severe early-onset preeclampsia, and a possible way to treat it without medication. Continue reading →

Wright State nursing students spend Fall Semester in upgraded facilities

As part of the $6 million renovation, nursing students now train in renovated spaces that reflect modern healthcare settings

Over 200 nursing students are enrolled in the courses taking place in the revitalized spaces, giving them realistic training while remaining on campus. Continue reading →

Sold-out crowd cheers on Raiders at Stars, Stripes and Flight Classic

Wright State fans were greeted with several surprises before tipoff at the highly anticipated game between the Wright State Raiders and the Air Force Falcons. Continue reading →

A new look with a nod to the past: Wright State unveils redesigned basketball court

Wright State basketball fans have something new to cheer as the Raiders take the court at the Nutter Center on a newly installed court featuring a fresh design and a tribute to the university’s athletic history.  Continue reading →

A career-beginning injury

An old football injury put Wright State student Noah Scott on an entirely new career path: physical therapy

With help from the Berry Family Career Hub, Noah Scott reworked his engineering resume and landed a summer internship in healthcare, along with an offer to return in the future. Continue reading →

Hundreds turn out for Trunk-or-Treat at Wright State

Wright State students, police officers and community organizations transformed a parking lot into a Halloween celebration, handing out candy to Mini University preschoolers at a Trunk-or-Treat event.  Continue reading →

Explore Wright State Day welcomes hundreds to campus

Hundreds of future students and their families visited Wright State University’s Dayton Campus for Explore Wright State Day on Oct. 24. Continue reading →