Wright State media highlights, May 3–9

Wright State made headlines this week with media coverage highlighting commencement celebrations, student success, alumni achievements and faculty expertise. Stories featured scholarship awards for schoolchildren, hiring trends for graduates, praise for Oscar-winning alumna Hannah Beachler’s production design in “Sinners” and a photo gallery capturing the excitement of spring commencement.

Dayton Daily News: Photo gallery highlights joy of Wright State graduates during commencement
Explore moments of pride, achievement, and celebration captured during Wright State’s spring commencement ceremonies.

WDTN 2 News: Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine congratulates Wright State grads at spring commencement
1,459 members of the class of 2025 marked the culmination of their educational journeys during Wright State’s spring commencement ceremonies in the Nutter Center.

Dayton Daily News: ‘Sinners’ movie showcases Wright State grad Hannah Beachler’s stunning production design
Oscar-winning production designer Hannah Beachler’s latest project is the blockbuster “Sinners” by writer/director Ryan Coogler.

Dayton Daily News: Hiring for college grads expected to slightly increase over last year
Kim Gilliam, director of career education and success, talked to the Dayton Daily News about why employers are interested in hiring new Wright State grads.

WDTN 2 News: Wright State scholarship winners featured on ‘Tell Me Good News’ Segment
2 NEWS Today’s “Tell Me Good News” celebrated the 12 local students who won in-state full-tuition scholarships to Wright State during the Big Hoopla STEM Challenge.

Dayton Daily News: Wright State painting professor has goal to inspire deeper thoughts that follow initial impression
Works by Jeremy Long, associate professor of painting, are featured in a solo show at Dana L. Wiley Gallery at the Front Street art complex.

Dayton Daily News: Wright State political scientist comments on stock trading by Ohio members of Congress
Lee Hannah, Ph.D., professor of political science, talked to the Dayton Daily News about why “lawmakers need to win back trust” of the American public.