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FAIRBORN — Last year, 350 potential incoming freshmen auditioned for the acting and musical theater programs at Wright State University.
“We took 40,” said W. Stuart McDowell, chairman of theater, motion pictures and dance.
McDowell, in his 16th year at Wright State, has seen the student body diversify from one with a regional flavor to more of a national representation.
Wright State to host Big Hoopla STEM Challenge on March 15
Wright State University will host the Big Hoopla STEM Challenge on Sunday, March 15, one of the community events leading up to the NCAA First Four in Dayton. Continue reading
Regional Workforce Summit at Wright State’s Lake Campus connects students, employers and community leaders
Students, employers and community leaders gathered at the Lake Campus to discuss strengthening the regional workforce through collaboration and partnerships. Continue reading
Ready for take off
During the annual Campus Scholarship and Innovation Campaign (CSIC), faculty, staff and retirees can support students by making a gift to one of more than 2,000 scholarships and programs. Continue reading
A foundation of support
When Faminaz Karazha first arrived at Wright State University, she chose more than a college. She chose a community. Continue reading
Wake-up call
Wright State senior Lily Kaval has turned her experience living with narcolepsy into impactful research, earning an invitation to present her work at the highly competitive 2026 American Counseling Association conference. Continue reading
