Wright State Headlines
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Apr 30
More than 1,650 students to graduate this spring across Wright State’s Dayton and Lake Campuses
Wright State University will celebrate more than 1,650 graduates during its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies held April 30 through May 2 on the Dayton and Lake Campuses. Continue reading
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Apr 29
A path shaped by service
Mitch Eiting, who manages global philanthropy and corporate giving at Midmark Corporation, will be honored as the 2026 Lake Campus Outstanding Alumnus at commencement. Continue reading
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Apr 29
Wright State to award honorary doctorate to publishing executive Kirk Davis at spring commencement
Kirk Davis, a former musical theatre student who led the nation’s largest newspaper company, will receive an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters during Wright State’s commencement ceremony on May 2. Continue reading
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Apr 28
Wright State students spot the finish line, celebrate Spring Semester’s end at April Craze
The 14th annual April Craze gave students a chance to let loose, dance, enjoy great food and enjoy that summer is right around the corner. Continue reading
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Apr 28
Chick-fil-A near Wright State’s Dayton Campus approved by Beavercreek City Council
The new Chick-fil-A restaurant will serve as a foundational component of Raider Row, a larger commercial development planned on land near Wright State University that spans portions of both Beavercreek and Fairborn. Continue reading
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More than 1,650 students to graduate this spring across Wright State’s Dayton and Lake Campuses
984 bachelor’s degrees, 458 master’s degrees, 9 doctoral degrees awarded; associate degrees more than doubled
Wright State University will celebrate more than 1,650 graduates during its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies held April 30 through May 2 on the Dayton and Lake Campuses. Continue reading
A path shaped by service
Mitch Eiting ’09 will be honored as the 2026 Lake Campus Outstanding Alumnus Award during commencement
Mitch Eiting, who manages global philanthropy and corporate giving at Midmark Corporation, will be honored as the 2026 Lake Campus Outstanding Alumnus at commencement. Continue reading
Dayton Business Journal: Wright State leads $2.5M national push to tackle AI education divide in rural areas
A local university has secured a multimillion-dollar grant to expand artificial intelligence (AI) literacy from rural schools through colleges and into the workforce. Wright State University has been awarded a $2.5 million federal grant to lead an AI education initiative, enabling … Continue reading
Wright State celebrates revitalized campus gathering space: the Moat at Wright Plaza
Wright State celebrated the Moat at Wright Plaza, a revitalized outdoor gathering space featuring new water features, seating, lighting, improved accessibility and a performance stage at the heart of campus. Continue reading
Free Community Health Fair offers vital screenings and resources to Dayton residents
Student-led health fair will be held Saturday, April 25, 11 a.m.–2 p.m., at CityThrift St. Vincent de Paul
Wright State medical students, in partnership with Premier Health, will host a free Community Health Fair on April 25 to promote healthy lifestyles and provide essential health services. Continue reading
Wright State University leads $2.5 million federal initiative to bring AI education to rural Ohio
From rural high schools to college classrooms, students will build AI skills for the workforce and teachers will gain the training to take them there
Wright State has received a $2.5 million federal grant to develop AI-focused curriculum and train educators to teach it, with the goal of expanding artificial intelligence literacy from rural schools through colleges and into the workforce. Continue reading
Wright State launches AI-powered platform to advance career readiness and strengthen employer connections
AI tool helps students practice interviews and refine résumés with 24/7 real-time feedback.
Wright State University is expanding career support for students with the launch of a free AI-powered platform that delivers instant feedback on résumés and interview skills. Continue reading
Dayton Daily News: Wright State ArtsGala transforms campus with art, performance
Decorative floral arrangements filled the main hall, echoing this year’s “Creative Garden” theme. The besuited and the bedazzled mingled during the reception in anticipation of student performances in dance, music, theatre and film. On the upper level, a troupe of … Continue reading
Wright State’s Model United Nations team wins top honor, continuing 46-year tradition of national recognition
Wright State’s Model United Nations program earned an Outstanding Delegation Award — the highest team honor — at the 2026 National Model U.N. Conference, continuing its tradition of excellence. Continue reading
Wright State students will compete for startup funds in annual Wright Venture entrepreneurial competition
Five Wright State students will pitch original business ideas to a panel of experts during Wright Venture, the annual entrepreneurial competition hosted by the Raj Soin College of Business. Continue reading
