Wright State Headlines
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Aug 28
Tropical Takeover
Fall Fest, the annual celebration that kicks off the Fall Semester at Wright State University, brought thousands of students, staff and faculty together for a tropical-themed day filled with fun, music, food and free giveaways. Continue reading
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Aug 26
Wright State’s Division of Campus Safety earns Ohio law enforcement accreditation
Wright State’s accreditation serves as an important milestone in ensuring a safe and supportive experience for the campus community. Continue reading
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Aug 25
Futbol is life
Eight former players from Wright State University’s original men’s soccer team visited Alumni Field on Aug. 14 to reminisce about the game they love and connect with current players and coaches. Continue reading
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Aug 24
Wright State hosts regional educators for film-focused learning
The Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures hosted educators from 26 schools in the region during the institute’s first focus on documentary filmmaking. Continue reading
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Aug 21
Summer of discovery
From investigating invasive species to determining what temperature light makes someone perform at their best, students in the College of Science and Math shared their findings at summer conferences. Continue reading
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Alumni
Portrait of perseverance
From a quiet first-year to student advocate, Mylie Green finds her voice
After nearly leaving Wright State in her first semester, elementary education major Mylie Green found her voice as a campus leader and advocate for students with disabilities. Continue reading
SMART paths forward
For these students, a SMART scholarship is more than funding — it’s a pathway to a new future
From robotics to wildfire prediction, Wright State’s SMART scholars are building high-impact careers in defense and research. Continue reading
Designing dreams
Oscar-winning production designer Hannah Beachler ’05 reflects on her Wright State education and her flourishing film career
Oscar-winning designer’s journey from Wright State student to Hollywood trailblazer is a story of resilience and reinvention. Continue reading
Students find jobs, co-ops and confidence at Lake Campus Career Hub
The Lake Campus Career Hub is a one-stop resource for career exploration, job shadowing, professional document review, interview practice, internship searches and major advising. Continue reading
From a homeless shelter to a healthcare lifeline
At Wright State, Jean de Dieu Mukunzi developed the blueprint for a nonprofit now helping immigrants and refugees access healthcare
Wright State alum Jean de Dieu Mukunzi turned his master’s thesis into a nonprofit now helping thousands of immigrants access healthcare and other critical services. Continue reading
A passion for storytelling
From Wright State to WYSO Public Radio, Will Davis ’10, ’14 teaches people how to share their stories
From helping create the first designated podcasting space on a college campus to a career at WYSO Public Radio, Will Davis ’10, ’14 has always given people opportunities to connect with one another. Continue reading
Words of appreciation
Joe Letterhos ’97 expresses gratitude for his Wright State education
A heartfelt email from alumnus Joe Letterhos ’97 sparked a reflection on how Wright State’s supportive environment helped transform a struggling student into a successful educator and school district leader. Continue reading
Wright State resident, medical student land competitive ENT placements, reflecting strength of Premier Health partnership
Trained in Dayton, a general surgery resident is bound for Harvard, while a medical student is headed to Case Western
The Boonshoft School of Medicine’s partnership with Premier Health produced a general surgery resident bound for a Harvard fellowship and a graduating medical student headed to Case Western Reserve University — both in one of medicine’s most competitive specialties. Continue reading
The perfect pair
Wright State alumnus’ new children’s book shares the message behind his nonprofit, one pair of shoes at a time
Matt Cline ’18 is sharing his experiences through his new children’s book — while helping thousands of children gain confidence through his nonprofit organization, Just a Pair of Shoes. Continue reading
Holding herself to high standards
Kasi Edwards ’96 honored as the Raj Soin College of Business 2026 Outstanding Alumna
Kasi Edwards says the broad business perspective she gained through Wright State’s MBA program helped propel her career from a series of leadership roles to executive vice president of strategy and corporate development at Reynolds and Reynolds. Continue reading
