Wright State Headlines
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Apr 18
Wright State media highlights, April 7–18
Local media spotlighted Wright State with coverage of Lt. Gov. Tressel’s visit to campus, a community health fair led by medical students in partnership with Premier Health and new state support aimed at boosting STEM education. Continue reading
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Apr 18
Wright State’s Model UN team once again secures top honors at national conference
Wright State’s Model United Nations program extended its streak of excellence by earning a team delegation honor for the 45th consecutive year at the 2025 National Model U.N. Conference in New York City. Continue reading
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Apr 18
Wright State alum Morgan O’Brien honored for global diplomacy
Wright State alum Morgan O’Brien’s diplomatic career has taken him from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base to the United Nations and the State Department to NATO. Continue reading
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Apr 17
Jim Denniston appointed vice president for academic affairs and provost of Wright State University
Jim Denniston, who joined Wright State three years ago as the founding dean of the College of Health, Education and Human Services, had served as acting provost since Jan. 1, 2025. Continue reading
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Apr 16
Wright State awarded nearly $780,000 in Choose Ohio First Scholarships to support STEM and education students
The Choose Ohio First awarded Wright State nearly $780,000 to support undergraduate and graduate students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics and STEM-focused education programs. Continue reading
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Monthly Archives: March 2025
Wright State Media Highlights, March 24–28
ArtsGala, Raiderthon and a Habitat for Humanity build were among the Wright State campus activities that attracted media coverage last week. Continue reading
Five Wright State students face Wolves for startup funds in annual entrepreneurial competition
Wright State University students will present their innovative business ideas to a panel of industry experts, known as the “Wolves,” at Wright Venture on April 3. Continue reading
Stars, Stripes, Flight Classic baseball game continues Wright State-Air Force partnership
The Stars, Stripes, Flight Classic between Wright State and the Air Force Academy celebrated the region’s veterans and active-duty military personnel. Continue reading
Wright State Police Chief Kurt Holden enhances campus safety through elite leadership program
Kurt Holden, director of public safety and chief of police at Wright State, is leveraging insights gained from a law enforcement leadership program at Northwestern University to bolster campus safety initiatives. Continue reading
Wright State students to soar on wings of a jade butterfly at ArtsGala
One of the premier local arts events, ArtsGala showcases the talent of students in Wright State’s art, dance, music, motion pictures and theatre programs while raising money for scholarships. Continue reading
Wright State faculty and staff lend hand to community organizations during We Serve U Day
Faculty and staff volunteered at Crayons to Classrooms, the Humane Society, the Foodbank and the Dakota Center during We Serve U Day. Continue reading
A celebration of student research at Wright State
Wright State University students are tackling real-world challenges with innovative research showcased at the Celebration of Undergraduate and Graduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Activities. Continue reading
Clermont County health commissioner Julianne Nesbit honored with 2025 Boonshoft School of Medicine Outstanding Alumna Award
Wright State alum Julianne Nesbit’s career reflects a dedication to fostering healthier communities and a sustainable public health infrastructure. Continue reading
Dayton Daily News: Nearly 120 new doctors find out residency placements during Wright State’s Match Day
Excerpt “You will never forget opening that envelope.” Those were some of the parting words Dr. Raj Mitra, dean of the Boonshoft School of Medicine, had for 119 future doctors on Match Day. “This moment is bigger than all of … Continue reading
Graduating Wright State medical students learn where they will pursue residency training at 2025 Match Day celebration
A graduating class of 119 medical students at the Boonshoft School of Medicine learned where their journeys as future doctors will continue during Match Day. Continue reading
