Wright State Headlines
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Nov 13
Wright State student organizations give back during Fall Semester
Ahead of National Philanthropy Day on Nov. 15, Wright State is recognizing its student organizations’ efforts to make a difference. Continue reading
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Nov 12
Wright State Theatre explores the search for meaning in ‘Pippin’
A prince chases an extraordinary life in Wright State Theatre’s “Pippin,” a musical reimagined in a modern, metropolitan setting and brought to life by student performers, designers and crew Nov. 12–22. Continue reading
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Nov 10
Wright State University hosting National Civics Bee Regional Competition
The competition is supported by a $3 million grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Education to expand civic literacy, leadership and participation. Continue reading
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Nov 10
Wright State student-athletes make an impact on Fairborn family through Habitat for Humanity project
More than 160 Wright State student-athletes and coaches helped Habitat for Humanity build a new home for a Fairborn family, turning a volunteer effort into a lasting community impact. Continue reading
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Nov 9
Regional development executive Jerad Barnett appointed to Wright State Board of Trustees
Jerad Barnett, president and CEO of Beavercreek-based Synergy Building Systems, has been appointed to the Wright State Board of Trustees for a six-year term. Continue reading
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Monthly Archives: October 2026
Wright State’s Family Weekend brings Raider families together
Wright State University welcomed students and their families to campus Oct. 9–11 for Family Weekend. Continue reading
International scholars
Three Wright State students receive the prestigious Gilman Scholarship for study abroad experiences
From exploring Japan’s culture to teaching second graders in Chile and composing music in New Zealand, Wright State students turn study abroad into opportunities to learn, grow and pursue their passions. Continue reading
A fresh start leads to finding his people
Landon Perry transferred to Wright State to save on tuition and found a home in the Center for Health Professions
After transferring to Wright State, biological sciences major Landon Perry found his community, excelled academically and became a peer mentor helping other students succeed. Continue reading
Wright State alumna and faculty member Amy Faust receives Emerging Cinematographer Award
Award from the International Cinematographers Guild honors the next generation of visionary filmmakers
Amy Faust’s accomplishment shows her students, especially those from underserved populations, that a career in the film industry is possible. Continue reading
Weeks of Welcome helps Wright State students find place on campus
Wright State helped new and transfer students transition to college life at the start of Fall Semester with Weeks of Welcome. Continue reading
Federally funded conservation treatment helps preserve Wright brothers’ family history
Nearly $5,000 grant funds the conservation of four artifacts in Wright State’s collection
Housed in the largest archival collection of Wright family material in the world, the preserved items will continue to serve as a resource for generations to come. Continue reading
Lake Campus expands recreation and engagement opportunities on campus
Creating stronger connections between the Lake campus and the surrounding community is at the heart of the improvements
Lake Campus is creating spaces dedicated to students while encouraging community engagement through a self-service kayak station, pickleball courts and a renovated on-campus space for students to connect. Continue reading
Dayton Daily News: A script for the soul: finding health, spirit and healing in Aisle 3
In a recent Dayton Daily News column, Sarah Gillis, M.D., clinical assistant professor of family medicine and internal medicine at Wright State, writes about how her Food Is Medicine course takes medical education beyond the classroom and into the real … Continue reading
ABC22/FOX45: Wright State celebrates innovation at annual Wright Brothers Day event
Wright State University marked Wright Brothers Day with an event focused on innovation, research, and artificial intelligence. The university’s annual celebration took place today in its Student Union Atrium. Faculty, students, and local organizations showcased research and demonstrations as part … Continue reading
Dream, innovate and soar
Wright State celebrates research and AI technology with Wright Brothers Day
Wright Brothers Day at Wright State University showcased how modern innovators are building on the legacy of Wilbur and Orville Wright. Continue reading
