Wright State Headlines
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Oct 2
Lake Campus students saddle up for success at eighth annual Laker Lawn Party
More than 45 local companies, community groups, Lake Campus departments and student organizations kicked off the Fall Semester at the Weeks of Welcome event. Continue reading
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Oct 1
Ohio Medical Education Day brings aspiring physicians from across the state to Wright State University
Ohio Medical Education Day serves as an entry point into Ohio’s medical education pipeline, connecting undergraduate students with medical schools and helping them prepare for medical school and a career in medicine. Continue reading
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Oct 1
Connecting students with career opportunities
The newly named Berry Family Career Hub connects students and alumni with career development resources, employers, experiences and guidance to take the next steps toward meaningful careers. Continue reading
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Sep 30
Preparing students for the workforce from day one
Whether it be meeting with career consultants, completing an internship or networking with industry leaders, Wright State students have opportunities to prepare for the workforce at every step of their academic journey. Continue reading
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Sep 29
10th annual Wright Day to Give scheduled for Sept. 30 and Oct. 1
Wright Day to Give donors can “Give Back to the Pack” by supporting the area of Wright State that matters most to them, from academics and athletics to scholarships and student success initiatives. Continue reading
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Monthly Archives: September 2026
Preparing students for the workforce from day one
Through mentoring, hands-on experiences and industry partnerships, Wright State students graduate with the skills, experience and connections they need to succeed in the workforce
Whether it be meeting with career consultants, completing an internship or networking with industry leaders, Wright State students have opportunities to prepare for the workforce at every step of their academic journey. Continue reading
10th annual Wright Day to Give scheduled for Sept. 30 and Oct. 1
Wright State’s annual giving day has raised more than $1.4 million to date for scholarships, programs and athletics
Wright Day to Give donors can “Give Back to the Pack” by supporting the area of Wright State that matters most to them, from academics and athletics to scholarships and student success initiatives. Continue reading
Wright State University Foundation welcomes four new trustees
New trustees bring decades of experience in education, healthcare, finance and accounting to the foundation’s Board of Trustees.
The Wright State University Foundation has appointed four new trustees to its Board of Trustees, adding leaders with strong ties to the university. Continue reading
Dayton Daily News: Wright State sees enrollment rise again this year
Wright State University again saw overall enrollment increase this fall, with 12,157 students enrolled in the university. That’s a 2% increase from last fall and a 12% increase since 2022, the university said in a press release. “Another year of … Continue reading
Wright State to host statewide mental health research summit focused on overlooked Ohio populations
Boonshoft School of Medicine brings researchers and community partners together, giving the Dayton region the opportunity to help shape the future of statewide mental health research
The State of Ohio Adversity and Resilience (SOAR) Community and Research Summit will examine how mental health research can better represent Ohioans whose experiences are often overlooked in traditional studies. Continue reading
Wright State Theatre to open 2026–27 season with Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’
Student actors and designers bring Miller’s Salem witch trials drama to Wright State’s Festival Playhouse
Wright State University Theatre’s production of “The Crucible” runs from Sept. 25 to Oct. 4 in the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center. Continue reading
Active-duty artists share artwork at Wright State exhibit
Active-duty service members stationed at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base shared another side of their experiences through “Active Duty Artists,” an exhibition at Wright State University’s Robert and Elaine Stein Galleries. Continue reading
Wright State and Dayton Performing Arts Alliance collaborate on production of ‘West Side Story’
Performances take place on Sept. 26 and 27 at the Schuster Center
In the second collaboration between Wright State and Dayton Performing Arts Alliance, the university’s students, alumni and faculty will work and perform alongside industry professionals. Continue reading
Wright State hosts thousands of runners for the Air Force Marathon 5K and Health and Fitness Expo
2026 marks the 20th anniversary of Wright State’s involvement, a milestone reflecting the university’s deep connection with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Runners, walkers and families filled Wright State University’s Dayton Campus for the Air Force Marathon’s Health and Fitness Expo, 5K race and Tailwind Trot 1K Kids Run. Continue reading
Wright State enrollment continues to grow, reaching 12,157 students
Overall enrollment is up 12% since 2022, with growth among first-time and transfer students this fall
The number of first-time students, transfer students and College Credit Plus participants at Wright State increased in fall 2026. Continue reading
