Wright State Headlines
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Oct 30
Wright State partners with local universities, hospitals to expand mental health care for students
The College Age Intensive Outpatient Program serves students ages 18 to 24 who are currently enrolled in undergraduate courses and need more support than traditional outpatient therapy provides. Continue reading
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Oct 28
Wright State students, first responders team up for Halloween event
Wright State’s Department of Public Safety partnered with Mini University for the annual Trunk or Treat event, bringing together students, first responders and hundreds of preschoolers for a fun and safe Halloween celebration. Continue reading
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Oct 24
Explore Wright State Day welcomes hundreds of future Raiders
Hundreds of future students and their families visited Wright State University’s Dayton Campus for Explore Wright State Day. Continue reading
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Oct 23
Four Wright State nursing programs receive accreditations, including new doctorate degree
Wright State University’s School of Nursing has reinforced its reputation as a premier nursing education destination by securing renewed — and in one case, new — accreditations across its comprehensive program offerings. Continue reading
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Oct 22
Wall Street Journal ranks Wright State top public university in Ohio for student experience
Wright State University was ranked the top public university in Ohio for student experience in the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2026 America’s Best Colleges rankings. Continue reading
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Musical Theatre Initiative
Wright State Theatre to present dance musical comedy ‘On the Town’ in Festival Playhouse
Featuring its largest musical ensemble and an onstage orchestra, Wright State Theatre will present “On the Town” from March 17 to April 8 in the Festival Playhouse. Continue reading
Stage set for annual ArtsGala at Wright State
The annual Wright State University ArtsGala, which has raised more than $2.5 million for arts scholarships during its 18-year history, is scheduled for Saturday, March 24. Continue reading
Wright State’s Musical Theatre Initiative to host long-time Broadway producer Jack Viertel
Jack Viertel will give a talk on his bestselling book, “The Secret Life of the American Musical,” and participate in an interview and discussion with Joe Deer, director of Wright State’s Musical Theatre Initiative. Continue reading
Wright State acting, film grads conduct workshops with students
Five highly successful graduates of Wright State’s theatre and motion pictures programs returned to campus for a day of workshops with current performing arts students. Continue reading
Legacies series brings musical theatre professionals to Wright State students
When it comes to the craft of theater, not everything can be learned in a classroom. There’s a long history of theater professionals sharing their knowledge with younger generations. At Wright State University, the Musical Theatre Initiative continues that tradition … Continue reading
ArtsGala 2017, one to remember
Fine and performing arts students displayed their rich talents throughout the newly renovated Creative Arts Center, and guests were treated to a breathtaking array of performances. Continue reading
Broadway stars Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley to give workshop at Wright State
Wright State’s Musical Theatre Initiative and Human Race Theatre will sponsor the master class on Feb. 24. Continue reading
Musical Theatre Initiative bringing Broadway designer Tony Walton to Wright State
Tony Walton will discuss his career working on Broadway and in Hollywood during a special visit to Wright State University on Nov. 2. Continue reading
Wright State arts students ready to share their love of the arts with local kids at ArtsFair
Spring’s annual ArtsGala may get all the headlines but Wright State’s performing arts students love participating in December’s ArtsFair. Continue reading
TEDxDayton speakers to include Wright State faculty and alumni
Wright State-affiliated speakers will address a variety of topics including the re-development of musical theatre, fitness, modern library transformation and LGBTQ advocacy. Continue reading
