Wright State Headlines
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Jun 20
Wright State University launches Strategic Plan 2030 to advance student success, enhance role as regional economic driver
Wright State launched a new five-year Strategic Plan that advances student success, strengthens collaborative partnerships and enhances its role as a driver of economic vitality in the region. Continue reading
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Jun 20
Pete and Pam Julian create scholarships to help current and future generations of Wright State students
Pete and Pam Julian included Wright State in their estate plan, creating endowed scholarships in athletics, business, nursing and fine and performing arts. Continue reading
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Jun 10
Wright State University launches new undergraduate scholarship for active-duty military
Active-duty military members, activated Guard members and reservists can pursue a bachelor’s degree at Wright State with support from the university’s new Active Duty Military Undergraduate Scholarship. Continue reading
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Jun 9
Wright State alum Nicole Scherzinger wins first Tony Award for starring role in ‘Sunset Boulevard’
Nicole Scherzinger, who studied musical theatre and acting at Wright State, received the Tony Award for best leading actress in a musical for “Sunset Boulevard.” Continue reading
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Jun 6
Wright State media highlights, June 1–6
Wright State made headlines this week with national and regional media coverage highlighting a historic NCAA upset, expert insight on consumer behavior, a new academic partnership in health care and an internship program preparing students for Ohio’s semiconductor industry. Continue reading
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Wright State’s MBA program ranked among the best for entrepreneurs by Princeton Review
Wright State’s Master of Business Administration was ranked the top program in Ohio, 43rd nationally and eighth in the Midwest in the Princeton Review’s top graduate programs for entrepreneurs for 2025. Continue reading
Dayton Daily News: Helping veterans start businesses is the mission at new Wright State office
The Small Business Administration (SBA) officially opened a Veterans Business Outreach Center office at Wright State University’s Millett Hall Wednesday morning, the first office of its kind in Ohio, SBA officials said. The need for the new center has been … Continue reading
Wright State Theatre to present the musical ‘The Apple Tree’ in Herbst Theatre
Wright State University Theatre will present the witty and tuneful musical “The Apple Tree” in the intimate Herbst Studio Theatre Nov. 15–24. Continue reading
Retrospective exhibition by New York painter Simon Carr on display at Wright State’s Stein Galleries
Wright State’s Stein Galleries will present “Simon Carr: Just Beyond Seen, Paintings and Drawings 2007-2024” and “Landon Jones: Sight Unseen” Nov. 12 to Dec. 14. Continue reading
Dayton Business Journal: Wright State’s Latino Center acts as a supportive hub for student success
Catherine Amaris Hernandez Hogan plays a significant role in championing diversity and inclusion at Wright State University in her role as assistant director of the Latino Center. The center’s services include student recruitment, college prep, hosting events and celebrations, among … Continue reading
Dayton Business Journal: Tom Webb elevates Wright State’s disability efforts to national level
At Wright State University, Tom Webb is responsible for sustaining and advancing high-quality programs and services that support accessibility for those with disabilities. As the associate vice president of accessibility, Webb provides leadership for the Office of Disability Services and … Continue reading
Wright State to celebrate international education and study abroad opportunities Nov. 1–8
Wright State will celebrate International Education Week, Nov. 1–8 with several events and a reception honoring two faculty members and a student for their dedication to international education. Continue reading
Wright State to host its next Graduate Programs Open House on Nov. 7
Wright State University will host a Graduate Programs Open House on Thursday, Nov. 7, for those who are ready to take the next step in their education or career. Continue reading
Dayton Daily News: Wright State gets $896K grant to fuel advanced air mobility research
Wright State University will use a new $896,000 grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education to explore air taxi battery power and efficiency — hoping to share new insights with some of the industry’s leading players, including Dayton-bound Joby … Continue reading
Wright State recognized among top public universities in latest U.S. News Best Colleges Rankings
Wright State University’s undergraduate programs in nursing and engineering were ranked among the nation’s best in the 2025 U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges Rankings. Continue reading
