Wright State Headlines
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Sep 22
Wright Brothers Day to celebrate innovation in the community
Wright Brothers Day takes place Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Union Atrium. Continue reading
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Sep 22
Vending trending
A social media-activated vending machine that dispenses free hats, T-shirts, gift cards and other products will be on campus during Homecoming Week at Wright State, the first university in the state to have one. Continue reading
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Sep 21
Celebrating Wright State’s 50th: Emil Kmetec
Emil Kmetec arrived at Wright State in 1964 to help develop the university’s program and research effort in biological sciences. Continue reading
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Sep 21
Spreading love
Grant Benzinger, a senior guard on the Wright State men’s basketball team, recently returned from a 13-day trip to China with Athletes in Action. Continue reading
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Sep 20
ONEIL Center for Research Communication opens at Wright State University
The center will strengthen technical communication by scientists and engineers while giving students from other disciplines a place to develop the art of research communication. Continue reading
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Wright State in the 2010s
The 2010s have been highlighted by the appointment of Cheryl B. Schrader as president; the dedication of the Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures; opening of new buildings; and a successful $167.7 million fundraising campaign. Continue reading
Wright State in the 2000s
Wright State continued to find success in the 2000s through financial growth and more student success. Continue reading
Wright State in the 1990s
The 1990s brought a growth spurt for Wright State, as the university opened seven buildings opened, three centers and Alumni Field. Continue reading
Wright State in the 1980s
Wright State University began to shine in the 1980s, winning several awards in various areas as well as creating its first mascot and writing its Alma Mater. Continue reading
Wright State in the 1970s
The 1970s were a decade of firsts for Wright State University. Continue reading
Wright State in the 1960s
Founded as a branch campus of The Ohio State University and Miami University, Wright State University became an independent institution in 1967. Continue reading
Medical school holds graduation ceremony on May 26
The Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine honored 99 graduating medical students during its commencement ceremony at the Victoria Theatre. Continue reading
Science superstars
Stars of the future compete at Wright State University in 2017 Science Olympiad National Tournament
Science Olympiad brought more than 5,000 students, educators and parents from all 50 states to Wright State, pumping an estimated $1.7 million into the local economy. Continue reading
Spring 2017 commencement ceremony in photos
Wright State University honored more than 2,100 graduating students at its spring commencement ceremony April 29 in the Wright State Nutter Center. Continue reading
Over 2,100 students graduate at Wright State University’s 2017 spring commencement
Cliff Rosenberger, the speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives and a 2012 Wright State graduate, gave the commencement address. Continue reading
