Author Archives: Bob Mihalek

Video—Wright State program recruits Iraqi students

A Wright State University program is helping bright minds from Iraq get an education in Dayton, and it’s what’s working in the Miami Valley. It’s all part of an international partnership between the US Department of State and the Iraqi government. … Continue reading

Posted in Enrollment Management, International Students, Wright State in the News |

Vest excited, humbled to land pro contract

Excerpt The class that could have helped Matt Vest the most in his first job after graduating college is one he didn’t take in four years at Wright State. “I don’t know any German, so I guess I’ll have to … Continue reading

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Video—Medical students give students physicals

Medical students and 5-year-olds working together and learning important lessons from one another. First-year med students from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine gave free check-ups to 35 Kiser kindergarteners Friday. The med students conducted non-invasive physical exams under … Continue reading

Posted in Community Service, Medicine, Wright State in the News |

Former Fairborn educator to speak at Wright State

Excerpt Award-winning educator and writer Eric A. Combs will discuss his transition from life in the military to civilian life and his career as an educator in public schools during a program at Wright State University. The former Fairborn Primary … Continue reading

Posted in Health, Education, & Human Services, Military & Veterans, Wright State in the News |

Life-changing mission

Tyler Thompson overcame PTSD to become a leader in the Veteran and Military Center with plans to work with veterans after he graduates.
Tyler Thompson

Tyler Thompson overcame PTSD to become a leader in the Veteran and Military Center with plans to work with veterans after he graduates. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Health, Education, & Human Services, Home news sidebar, Military & Veterans, News, Social Work & Human Services |

Video—Free skin cancer screenings

Now that the weather is warmer you and your family are likely spending a lot more time outdoors. That makes now the perfect time to talk about taking care of your skin. Wright State’s Department of Dermatology is offering skin … Continue reading

Posted in Medicine, Wright State in the News |

Video—Raiders baseball team shaves heads for charity

A local baseball team is giving back with just a quick shave. Members of Wright State University’s baseball team shaved their heads to help kids in need. It’s all a part of the VS. Cancer Foundation. The organization raises money and awareness … Continue reading

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Wright State grads’ documentary to play at Cannes Film Festival

Josh Deane, Tarik Sultan and Yasser Souisri

A documentary by two recent Wright State Motion Pictures graduates will play at the Cannes International Film Festival Short Film Corner. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Alumni, Alumni Profile, Arts Scene, Fine and Performing Arts, Home news sidebar, Liberal Arts, News |

Video—Blue beetle could be key to fountain of youth

Dean Rider

It’s not a magical water source or a fantasy fountain, but Wright State University researchers may be close to finding a fountain of youth. Wright State researchers are on a mission to find the fountain of youth and it’s all … Continue reading

Posted in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Medicine, Science & Mathematics, Wright State in the News |

New journal highlights excellent writing by Wright State students

Scott Geisel

New journal shines spotlight on excellent student writing from Wright State’s Integrated Writing courses. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Business, Health and Exercise Sciences, Health, Education, & Human Services, Home news sidebar, Humanities and Cultural Studies, Lake Campus, Liberal Arts, News, Science & Mathematics |