Wright State Headlines
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Apr 27
Wright State celebrates revitalized campus gathering space: the Moat at Wright Plaza
Wright State celebrated the Moat at Wright Plaza, a revitalized outdoor gathering space featuring new water features, seating, lighting, improved accessibility and a performance stage at the heart of campus. Continue reading
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Apr 24
Free Community Health Fair offers vital screenings and resources to Dayton residents
Wright State medical students, in partnership with Premier Health, will host a free Community Health Fair on April 25 to promote healthy lifestyles and provide essential health services. Continue reading
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Apr 23
First-year students celebrated at inaugural certificate ceremony
With applause echoing through the Student Union, nearly 500 students, family members, faculty and staff celebrated a defining milestone — the completion of the first year — at Wright State’s inaugural First-Year Certificate Ceremony. Continue reading
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Apr 23
Wright State University leads $2.5 million federal initiative to bring AI education to rural Ohio
Wright State has received a $2.5 million federal grant to develop AI-focused curriculum and train educators to teach it, with the goal of expanding artificial intelligence literacy from rural schools through colleges and into the workforce. Continue reading
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Apr 22
Local Vibes wins Wright State entrepreneurial competition
A QR-based platform that helps students discover trending spots, real-time deals and social connections near campus earned the top prize at Wright State University’s annual Wright Venture competition. Continue reading
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Monthly Archives: March 2026
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
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
Wright State’s annual ArtsGala auction to spotlight student artwork
Two Wright State art students will have their work featured in the ArtsGala silent auction on April 11, showcasing their growth as artists while helping support scholarships for fine and performing arts students. Continue reading
Wright State biology student wins Three-Minute Thesis Competition with Parkinson’s research presentation
Christina Minassian earned a spot in the regional 3MT competition at the Midwest Association of Graduate Schools Conference
Graduate student Christina Minassian was honored for her three-minute presentation on her research on Parkinson’s disease. Continue reading
Wright State earns Military Friendly Silver ranking for 2026–27
Ranking is latest in a growing list of recognitions for Wright State’s support of military-connected students and their families
Wright State University was once again recognized for its commitment to military-connected students and their families with a Military Friendly School Silver ranking for 2026–2027. Continue reading
Exceeding expectations
Young and driven, Wright State bowling builds toward a bigger run next season
The Wright State University women’s bowling team continues to build momentum in just its third season as an NCAA Division I program. Continue reading
Wright State students to host 12-hour dance marathon to support Dayton Children’s Hospital
Wright State University students will dance, play games and rally for 12 hours during Raiderthon, a student-led dance marathon that raises funds for Dayton Children’s Hospital, on March 28. Continue reading
Raiders’ NCAA appearance brings Wright State into the national spotlight
Wright State’s March Madness run sparks pride across the region
Wright State’s return to the NCAA Tournament delivered more than a memorable game — it sparked pride across campus and far beyond, uniting fans in a shared moment on the national stage. Continue reading
Building belonging
Tonya Mathis ’98, ’02 has spent her career helping organizations build cultures where people thrive
Tonya Mathis, who earned degrees in rehabilitation services and education from Wright State, credits the university with helping her find her voice and define her purpose. Continue reading
Dayton Daily News: Big day — Wright State medical students get their residency placements
Surrounded by family and friends at Boonshoft’s recent Match Day, 129 medical students from the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine learned together where they will complete their residencies. A longstanding tradition at medical schools nationwide, Match Day is … Continue reading
