Monthly Archives: November 2013

Enjoy Renaissance holiday fun at the 31st annual Madrigal Dinner

Photo of two women dressed in Renaissance garb.

Wright State University’s Student Union Apollo Room will once again be transformed into an English manor of the Renaissance era for the 31st annual… Continue reading

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Political Action

For state lawmaker, path to Wright State degree went through the White House

His college career was interrupted repeatedly by some powerful forces—the Air Force, presidential candidate Mitt Romney, the U.S. Department of Interior, and even the White House… Continue reading

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Baywatch: Cuba part of journey for ROTC student

Guantanamo Bay. Terror suspects. Top Secret clearance. This was recently a way of life for Aaron Jenkins, a junior ROTC student… Continue reading

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Wright State to celebrate Veterans Day on Nov. 12 with full slate of presentations, activities

Insights from decorated soldier and renowned psychologist Larry James, secrets of transitioning from soldiering to college to careers, and even a tug of war… Continue reading

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Sparks—and parts—fly during battle bots event at Nutter Center

Wright State Lake Campus Robotics Club

Teams of high school and college students battled one another with remote-controlled robots during the Xtreme BOTS Competition Fall 2013 in the Wright State Nutter Center. Continue reading

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Wright State to host dance marathon

Excerpt Wright State University will host an inaugural Dance Marathon beginning Nov. 16. The event, renamed “Raiderthon,” will raise money for the Dayton Children’s Miracle Network. The money is allocated to support numerous projects, including medical equipment, activities for the … Continue reading

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Steven J. Berberich appointed associate provost for faculty and staff affairs

Steven J. Berberich has been appointed associate provost for faculty and staff affairs. Continue reading

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Wright State commemorates “Night of Broken Glass” with film premiere

Personal reflections by a survivor of Kristallnacht, the “Night of Broken Glass,” will highlight Wright State University’s commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the 1938 attacks in Nazi Germany against Jews. Continue reading

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New center helps Wright State earn spot on military friendly list

Photo of two veteran students at Wright State's Veterans Appreciation Day.

Wright State’s status as a military-friendly university continues to be affirmed by both internal actions and outside observers. Continue reading

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Wright State women leaders win top state honors

Two women leaders at Wright State University received top awards from the ACE Women’s Network—Ohio during its annual statewide conference at Wright State November 1. Continue reading

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