Ready for take off

Just as Wright State University’s namesakes, Orville and Wilbur Wright, took the first flight and forever changed the world, Wright State faculty and staff change the lives of students every day. Whether traveling a couple of miles or halfway across the world, our students chose Wright State as their destination.

During the annual Campus Scholarship and Innovation Campaign (CSIC), faculty and staff can further impact students by making a gift to one of more than 2,000 scholarships and programs.

During this year’s CSIC, which runs from March 11 to April 19, faculty and staff are invited to join the Flight Crew, which consists of 615 crew members.

“The Flight Crew is composed of like-minded faculty, staff and retirees who support the mission of Wright State University and its commitment to student success,” said Amy Jones, director of annual giving. “By joining the Flight Crew, you are making a meaningful impact in our students’ educational experience while also investing in the areas of campus that mean the most to you.”

All CSIC donors who make a minimum gift of $5 are recognized as members of the Flight Crew.

“This is our way of honoring faculty and staff for their support of Wright State University and our students,” Jones said. “We encourage all faculty and staff to come on board to help our students take off to even greater heights of success.”

During last year’s CSIC, 42% of Wright State’s full-time faculty and staff participated, contributing more than $360,000 to scholarships, programs and athletics. 

As the 2024 campaign takes flight, the goal is 50% participation among full-time faculty and staff.

Launch event on March 15

Faculty and staff are invited to help CSIC soar to a successful start at a launch event with Wright State University President Sue Edwards on Friday, March 15.

Breakfast will be served in the Apollo Room in the Student Union from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. There will also be giveaways and door raffle prizes, including:

• Four tickets to Wright State University Theatre’s performance of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” on Saturday, March 30, at 8 p.m.
• Six tickets to Sebastian Maniscalco’s comedy show at the Wright State University Nutter Center on Sunday, Nov. 10
• A basket full of travel essentials

Campus units that reach 50% participation during the first week of CSIC (March 11 to 17) will be recognized and receive a special delivery to their unit.

To learn more about the 2024 Campus Scholarship and Innovation Campaign or to make a gift online, visit wright.edu/csic.