Wright State Headlines
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Apr 7
Turning injury into impact
Because her own athletic career was cut short due to injury, Siobhan Fagan ’04 has made it her goal as an athletic trainer to ensure others in her care don’t suffer a similar fate. Continue reading
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Apr 2
From dance to data, Wright State students showcase research at annual celebration
Research from students in six colleges and dozens of disciplines took center stage at Wright State’s Celebration of Undergraduate and Graduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Activities. Continue reading
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Apr 2
A lifetime of curiosity
A childhood filled with curiosity and invention inspired Wright State alum Jackie Janning-Lask to pursue a career focused on engineering, leadership and public service. Continue reading
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Mar 31
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
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Mar 31
Wright State retains Carnegie Research 2 classification, reinforcing national research impact
Maintaining the R2 designation signals Wright State’s continued commitment to advancing discovery while training the next generation of researchers and professionals. Continue reading
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Yearly Archives: 2012
Wright State Nutter Center: Economic engine, university ambassador
The Nutter Center is an economic engine for the region, putting money into the pockets of motels, shops and restaurants. Continue reading
Wright State alumna native is associate director of NASA’s Glenn Research Center
Janet L. Watkins, until recently a personnel executive at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, has been hired as associate director of the Glenn Research Center of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. She is responsible for overall management of operations at … Continue reading
Wright State alumna embarks on a literary journey of fantastical proportions
Often described as both a magical and intensive experience, the Clarion Writers’ Workshop is a remarkable opportunity for aspiring writers of science fiction, fantasy and horror. Continue reading
No Shelf Required: Sue Polanka is Wright State’s globetrotter for eBook truth
Nine days, six presentations, four cities, 20,000 miles and an airplane ride every day except one. Continue reading
Colleges asked to ban tobacco on campus
((Excerpt)) State law currently prohibits smoking within 25 feet of building entrances and inside all buildings. Wright State University and the University of Cincinnati recently reviewed their smoking policies, which follow state law, and students or faculty did not favor … Continue reading
Dayton Ohio RTA’s Anthony Whitmore Recognized for Humanitarian Work by Wright State
((Excerpt)) Whitmore looks at awards the same way, not really wanting much attention for a recent award from Wright State University as its 2012 International Student Advocate: “I’m humbled. I don’t really do things for appreciation,” he said. “I was… … Continue reading
Ohio State University President Gordon Gee, faculty bring traveling tour to Wright State
Ohio State University President Gordon Gee and a host of faculty and administrators from the university visited Wright State to network and explore new partnerships. Continue reading
WSU conductor’s podium renovated
((Excerpt)) Wright State University’s newly renovated Ben and Marian Schuster concert hall will have a special new podium, thanks to the efforts of three dedicated woodworkers. “We have a faculty member, Dr. In-Hong Cha, who is a professor of violin … Continue reading
Wright State Saxophone Quartet strikes a chord in Scotland
The quartet traveled to St. Andrews, Scotland, to participate in the World Saxophone Congress. Continue reading
Wright State’s Wilbur Wright exhibit at Carillon Park
((Excerpt)) The history of the invention of the airplane more often than not brings to mind the Wright Brothers – Wilbur and Orville – and their innovative developments leading to the legendary event of the first heavier-than-air, controlled and powered … Continue reading
