Wright State Headlines
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Apr 30
More than 1,650 students to graduate this spring across Wright State’s Dayton and Lake Campuses
Wright State University will celebrate more than 1,650 graduates during its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies held April 30 through May 2 on the Dayton and Lake Campuses. Continue reading
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Apr 29
A path shaped by service
Mitch Eiting, who manages global philanthropy and corporate giving at Midmark Corporation, will be honored as the 2026 Lake Campus Outstanding Alumnus at commencement. Continue reading
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Apr 29
Wright State to award honorary doctorate to publishing executive Kirk Davis at spring commencement
Kirk Davis, a former musical theatre student who led the nation’s largest newspaper company, will receive an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters during Wright State’s commencement ceremony on May 2. Continue reading
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Apr 28
Wright State students spot the finish line, celebrate Spring Semester’s end at April Craze
The 14th annual April Craze gave students a chance to let loose, dance, enjoy great food and enjoy that summer is right around the corner. Continue reading
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Apr 28
Chick-fil-A near Wright State’s Dayton Campus approved by Beavercreek City Council
The new Chick-fil-A restaurant will serve as a foundational component of Raider Row, a larger commercial development planned on land near Wright State University that spans portions of both Beavercreek and Fairborn. Continue reading
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Alumni
Wright State students raise more than $59,000 for Dayton Children’s Hospital at Raiderthon
Raiderthon raised more than $59,000 for Dayton Children’s Hospital, pushing its cumulative total to more than $600,000 in the last 13 years. Continue reading
Raiders’ NCAA appearance brings Wright State into the national spotlight
Wright State’s March Madness run sparks pride across the region
Wright State’s return to the NCAA Tournament delivered more than a memorable game — it sparked pride across campus and far beyond, uniting fans in a shared moment on the national stage. Continue reading
Building belonging
Tonya Mathis ’98, ’02 has spent her career helping organizations build cultures where people thrive
Tonya Mathis, who earned degrees in rehabilitation services and education from Wright State, credits the university with helping her find her voice and define her purpose. Continue reading
New course gives Wright State students real-world experience in genetics research
Thanks to a gift from three-time Wright State University graduate Doug Hull, a new class offers students experiential learning opportunities in the fields of genetics and genomics. Continue reading
Wright State Police Chief Kurt Holden graduates from FBI National Academy
Kurt Holden, Wright State’s chief of police and director of public safety, will bring national-level training and global connections back to campus after graduating from the FBI National Academy. Continue reading
Wright State alumnus securing the world’s inboxes
Friendships, mentorship and hands-on research at Wright State helped Medha Karri '21 build a global career in cybersecurity
As a graduate student at Wright State, Medha Karri developed technical expertise and the interpersonal skills that shape his career in cybersecurity. Continue reading
A foundation of support
At Wright State, Faminaz Karazha ’20 found the support that launched her career as a health care administrator
When Faminaz Karazha first arrived at Wright State University, she chose more than a college. She chose a community. Continue reading
Walking through open doors
Annette Clayton ’86 honored with Wright State’s 2026 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award
From engineering classrooms at Wright State to executive roles in global industry, Annette Clayton credits her alma mater with shaping the mindset that guided her decades-long career. Continue reading
Wright State celebrates homecoming with week-long block party
Homecoming Week transported alumni, students, faculty and staff back to the sights and sounds of the 1980s and ’90s with its “Block Party” theme. Continue reading
Glowing grad
Wright State alum Erin Holland help preserve and promote advertising history
Alumna Erin Holland is using her Wright State education to help share advertising history as director of education and engagement at the American Sign Museum. Continue reading
