Monthly Archives: May 2019

Wright State grad Jim McCutcheon takes top spot in Ohio Federation of Music Clubs Adult Composer Contest

Posted on May 31, 2019 by Jim Hannah

Jim McCutcheon was honored for the third movement of a concerto he wrote titled “Mirkin Concerto for Classical Guitar and Strings.” Continue reading →

Posted in Academics, Alumni, Arts Scene, Fine and Performing Arts, Graduate, Home news sidebar, Liberal Arts, News |

Wright State graduate researcher investigates durability of cardiac devices; reporting to FDA

Posted on May 30, 2019 by Jim Hannah

Wright State biomedical engineering grad student briefed U.S. Food and Drug Administration on the progress of his research on the durability of pacemakers and other cardiac devices. Continue reading →

Posted in Academics, Biomedical, Industrial, and Human Factors Engineering, Engineering & Computer Science, Graduate, Home news sidebar, News, Research |

Lake Campus building project will provide needed space for growing nursing program

Posted on May 29, 2019 by Bob Mihalek

The newest construction project at Wright State University–Lake Campus will provide needed space for the blossoming nursing program thanks in part to support from the Mercer County Health Care Foundation. Continue reading →

Posted in Academics, Around Campus, Campus Growth, Health and Exercise Sciences, Home news sidebar, Lake Campus, News, Special Categories |

Sidney Daily News: Wright State alumna volunteers at 9/11 Tribute Museum

Excerpt One thing happens to Karen Seiger every time she gives a tour of the 9/11 Tribute Museum in New York City — tears. Since 2006, the Wright State University alumna has been a volunteer at the museum, which pays … Continue reading →

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Sidney Daily News: Wright State’s newest Fulbright Scholar heading to Iceland

Wright State University will strike up a relationship with Iceland thanks to Derek Doran, an associate professor of computer science in the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Continue reading →

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WHIO: Wright State professor emeritus, Dayton-area filmmaker to be saluted by famed New York museum for 50 years of groundbreaking work

Excerpt The five decade-long career of one of the Dayton area’s most acclaimed filmmakers will be celebrated with a special exhibition in New York. The series “Julia Reichert: 50 Years in Film” is set for May 30 to June 8 … Continue reading →

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Dayton Daily News: Wright State alumna, Northmont teacher wins national award

Excerpt Northmont Middle School teacher Joy McKarns, a 26-year veteran, is one of 20 teachers nationwide to receive The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation Teacher Innovator Award. The awards recognize educators who are using the classroom to inspire innovation, creativity, problem … Continue reading →

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Boonshoft School of Medicine holds graduation ceremony on May 28

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Daniel Kelly

After four or more years of intense study and specialized training, 110 medical students in the Boonshoft School of Medicine class of 2019 received their M.D. degrees during the school’s graduation ceremony. Continue reading →

Posted in Academics, Alumni, BSOM alumni, Commencement, Faculty & Staff, Home news sidebar, Medical Students, Medicine, News |

Raiders’ Horizon League tournament run ends with loss to Milwaukee

Posted on May 25, 2019 by Wright State Media Team

Wright State, winners of the regular-season Horizon League title, finished the season with a record of 42-17. Continue reading →

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