Wright State Headlines
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Oct 9
Dream, innovate and soar
Wright Brothers Day at Wright State University showcased how modern innovators are building on the legacy of Wilbur and Orville Wright. Continue reading
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Oct 8
Make the argument that changes you
Wright State’s Model United Nations team has earned awards for 46 consecutive years while helping students build confidence, communication skills and lasting friendships. Continue reading
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Oct 7
Wright State brings campus community together to celebrate mental health and well-being
From goat yoga to root beer floats, Wright State University put a creative spin on World Mental Health Day with activities designed to help students, faculty and staff prioritize their mental health and well-being. Continue reading
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Oct 5
Wright State trustees approve new academic programs, highlight student success and new research partnerships
Wright State trustees approved three new academic programs and received updates on student success, research opportunities and expanded partnerships with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Continue reading
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Oct 5
Wright State’s Future Teachers Day inspires next generation of educators
The annual event brings high school students to campus to explore Wright State’s teacher education programs and connect with current students, staff and faculty. Continue reading
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Author Archives: Bob Mihalek
Wright State historian brings ‘Forgotten World War’ stories home to Dayton
Some call it “The Forgotten World War.” But Wright State history professor is helping make sure people don’t forget the profound impact of World War I and the role the Miami Valley played in it. His efforts to bring that story to … Continue reading
Higher Learning Commission reaffirms Wright State’s accreditation
Established as an independent university in 1967, Wright State received its initial accreditation in 1968 and has been continuously accredited since that time. Continue reading
Wright State lab works to mine social media posts
Excerpt A new analytic tool developed at a Wright State University lab is designed to convert statements made on social media into actionable information. Cognovi Labs developed the tool, called Twitris. The lab, backed by Ikove Venture Partners, is a … Continue reading
Wright State names new dean
Excerpt Wright State University has named a new dean for one of its schools. The school said Friday that Doug Leaman will become dean of the college of science and mathematics on Oct. 1. He comes from University of Toledo, … Continue reading
Lake Campus snags fish study grant
Excerpt Wright State University-Lake Campus research team is conducting a unique study on often-overlooked fish thanks to a grant. Under the direction of Dr. Stephen Jacquemin, assistant biology professor, the research project assesses the swimming performance of small-bodied fish in … Continue reading
Twitris sentiment analysis tool by Cognovi Labs predicted the Brexit hours earlier than polls
Excerpt Cognovi Labs is a new analytics startup that relies on Twitris, a Wright State University-developed tool that claims to be able to take a sample of social media chatter about a specific topic and deduce real-time, large-scale, automated sentiment … Continue reading
Wright State history professor talks about history of beards on ‘CBS Sunday Morning’
Christopher Oldstone-Moore, senior lecturer and researcher in the Department of History, discussed trends in facial hair during a story on beards that aired June 19 on “CBS Sunday Morning.” Watch the story, “Letting one’s hair WAY down.”
Wright State honored for its work on disability access and inclusion
The American Association for Access, Equity and Diversity honors Wright State as a national leader of services for students with disabilities. Continue reading
Wright State professor outlines what to expect at Democratic Convention
Next month, the Republican and Democratic parties will host their national conventions in Cleveland and Philadelphia respectively. WYSO’s April Laissle sat down with Lee Hannah, assistant professor of political science at Wright State University, to discuss intricacies of the Democratic … Continue reading
Wright State offers support to students after Orlando tragedy
The office of LGBTQA Affairs arranged to have counseling staff available in the LGBTQA Community Engagement Room on June 14 for students following the Orlando, Florida, tragedy. Campus community members who needs additional support in the aftermath of this tragedy … Continue reading
