Monthly Archives: October 2012

Spinal cord circuit that controls body movement focus of Wright State neuroscience research

Photo of Ahmed Obeidat

Ahmed Obeidat – who obtained his M.D. at The Jordan University of Science and Technology – is pursuing his Ph.D. at Wright State University in neurophysiology and is among the research stars… Continue reading

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Wright State system at forefront of health care IT

((Excerpt)) FAIRBORN — The Wright State Research Institute has developed a software system that officials say will expedite the U.S. Social Security Administration’s disability claims process. The health information system could reduce the eligibility decision time from 100 days to … Continue reading

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Superheroes offer modern lessons on assimilation

DC Comics' Superman

The Man of Steel, the Metropolis Marvel, the Last Son of Krypton. Known by many names, the comic book hero Superman has saved the fictional world from destruction countless times and inspired many with his super powers. Continue reading

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Ohio students to visit Wright State, immerse themselves in language fun

Photo of Wright State Presidnet David R. Hopkins and Immersion Day participants on stage dressed in ethnic gowns.

High school and college students from schools all over Ohio will visit Wright State to sharpen their bilingualism in coming weeks. Continue reading

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Conversation on comic books explores immigration

((Excerpt)) Wright State will bring an event to campus that will target immigration and assimilation into American culture. This event is unique because the focus is famous comic book characters. The event is called Superman and Wonder Woman as Immigrants, … Continue reading

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Filmmakers’ project tapped by Sundance Institute

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Wright State filmmakers Julia Reichert and Steve Bognar’s latest endeavor, Reinvention Stories, is one of six projects selected for the Sundance Institute’s New Frontier Story Lab. Continue reading

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Swimming Works With Special Olympics

((Excerpt)) The Wright State swimming and diving program culminated their month with the Special Olympics of Greater Dayton with the annual Area 2 Swim Meet at the WSU Natatorium on Friday, October 5. The Raiders hosted the SOGD for the … Continue reading

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Homecoming 2012 photo gallery

Photo of students cheering in the stands at the soccer field.

The week was filled with fun activities for Raiders of all ages. Continue reading

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Student on the Scene—Homecoming chili cook-off

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The Sixth Annual Chili Cook-Off brought joy to the stomachs of many Raiders. Continue reading

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Ohio “Calamityville” center gets $500,000 deal

((Excerpt)) DAYTON, Ohio — An Ohio school in southwest Ohio has landed a $500,000 U.S. Air Force contract to help with research and training for emergency, disaster and humanitarian responses. The funds will go to the Wright State University Research … Continue reading

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