Author Archives: Bob Mihalek

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
Posted on March 26, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

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 →

Posted in Academics, Around Campus, Enrollment Management, Home news sidebar, Military & Veterans, News, Rankings |

Wright State students to host 12-hour dance marathon to support Dayton Children’s Hospital

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

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 →

Posted in Around Campus, Community Service, Home news sidebar, News |

Raiders’ NCAA appearance brings Wright State into the national spotlight

Wright State’s March Madness run sparks pride across the region
Posted on March 25, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

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 →

Posted in Alumni, Around Campus, Athletics, Home news sidebar, News, Student Union |

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 →

Posted in Wright State in the News |

Wright State Police Chief Kurt Holden graduates from FBI National Academy

Posted on March 20, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Kurt Holden, Wright State’s chief of police and director of public safety, will bring national-level training and global connections back to campus after graduating from the FBI National Academy. Continue reading →

Posted in Academics, Alumni, Education & Leadership, Graduate, Health, Education, & Human Services, Home news sidebar, Leadership Studies in Education & Organizations, News, Public Safety, Staff, Undergraduate |

Wright State’s Nutter Center hosting Ohio basketball state tournament semifinals

Posted on March 20, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

The Wright State University Nutter Center will host eight girls and 10 boys state semifinal basketball games in March. Continue reading →

Posted in Around Campus, Home news sidebar, News |

Wright State University awards full-tuition scholarships to 12 students at Big Hoopla STEM Challenge

Posted on March 19, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Wright State awarded full in-state tuition scholarships to 12 students during the Big Hoopla’s STEM Challenge, celebrating young learners who demonstrated outstanding engagement in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Continue reading →

Posted in Around Campus, Athletics, Engineering & Computer Science, Enrollment Management, Home news sidebar, Homepage Photos and Video, News, Science & Mathematics, Videos |

Dayton Business Journal: Wright State awards full-ride scholarships to 12 students at STEM Challenge

Young students once again had the opportunity to compete for full-ride scholarships at an annual event that pairs basketball with hands-on science ahead of March Madness. Wright State University hosted The Big Hoopla’s annual STEM Challenge on March 15, just … Continue reading →

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Dayton Daily News: Wright State hosts Big Hoopla STEM Challenge ahead of NCAA First Four games in Dayton

Kids of all ages flocked to the Nutter Center in Fairborn on Sunday for the Big Hoopla STEM Challenge, an event held annually leading up to the NCAA First Four games in Dayton. The free event for students in kindergarten … Continue reading →

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Wright State to host Big Hoopla STEM Challenge on March 15

Students get a unique opportunity to explore STEM education, basketball and scholarships on the court
Posted on March 13, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Wright State University will host the Big Hoopla STEM Challenge on Sunday, March 15, one of the community events leading up to the NCAA First Four in Dayton. Continue reading →

Posted in Around Campus, Athletics, Enrollment Management, Home news sidebar, News |