Wright State Headlines
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Aug 11
Wright State video producer earns Regional Emmy and state journalism award
Kris Sproles, a staff member in Wright State’s Office of University Communications and Marketing, earned two professional awards for his outstanding storytelling and visual journalism. Continue reading
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Aug 10
Wright State recognized for commitment to improving experiences and advancing outcomes of first-generation college students
Wright State recognized for its commitment to helping first-generation students succeed through proven strategies that improve retention and graduation rates. Continue reading
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Aug 7
A new journey
More than 40 recent Wright State University education graduates who secured teaching positions in area schools received a boost as they prepare for their first year in the classroom — free classroom supplies from Crayons to Classrooms. Continue reading
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Aug 6
Thirsting for life
Inspired by challenges at home, a Wright State researcher is working to make drinking water safer around the world. Continue reading
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Aug 6
A renewed focus on citizenship
Wright State’s Center for Civics, Culture and Workforce Development is preparing students for civic life and career success. Continue reading
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Author Archives: Bob Mihalek
Panel looks to boost federal jobs in Ohio
Excerpt An Ohio Federal-Military Jobs Commission will tour the state this month to hear ways to retain and expand thousands of government jobs in Ohio. The nine-member panel is set to meet at 9 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, in the … Continue reading
Local singer auditions on ‘American Idol’
Wright State graduate Alexis Gomez talks about trying out for “American Idol” on Fox 45 in the Morning. Gomez’s audition airs on “American Idol” on Jan. 14 at 8 p.m. Gomez graduated from Wright State in 2014 with a B.A. … Continue reading
Ex-WSU pitcher tries to strike out Huntington’s Disease
Excerpt Over the next four days, Joe Smith and Allie LaForce will involve themselves in some life-changing commitments. The high-profile sports couple — he’s the Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher formerly of the Wright State Raiders; she’s the former Miss … Continue reading
Stein Galleries to feature paintings by Brian Chu, Shiao-Ping Wang and George Rose
Concurrent exhibitions of paintings open in the Stein Galleries in the Creative Arts Center on Jan. 13. Continue reading
Wright State to host conference tackling education diversity
Excerpt Wright State University will host a conference late this month focused on education diversity, a growing concern among institutions around the country. The Multicultural Millennium Conference will address social justice issues, diversity and have a special emphasis on how … Continue reading
Dayton-area schools ranked among tops in country by U.S. News & World Report
Excerpt Wright State University took No. 38 for best online graduate engineering programs, tied for No. 47 in best online graduate education programs, and tied for No. 53 for best online graduate education programs, for its Raj Soin College of … Continue reading
UD, WSU recognized for community engagement
Excerpt Students from Wright State provide more than 6,000 hours of tutoring each year while UD maintains a partnership with the district and the Dayton Foundation to operate the Neighborhood Schools Center. Wright State’s application noted the thousands of clinical … Continue reading
Take 5 with Tess Cortes
Excerpt “Materialize,” opening at Purdue Galleries Jan. 15, is a fascinating exploration into 3-D and digital printing. Tess Cortes, the gallery coordinator at Wright State University, is helping to bring this show to Lafayette. She talked to the Journal & Courier … Continue reading
Broadway star Leslie Uggams to visit Wright State musical theatre program
Actress and singer Leslie Uggams will work with Wright State students and perform in concert as a visiting artist of the university’s Musical Theatre Initiative. Continue reading
Health care advances tested at Wright State
Excerpt When it comes to medicines and medical treatments that change lives, clinical trials are meant to be trailblazers. In Dayton, an alliance of three organizations — Premier Health, the area’s largest hospital system, and the Wright State University Boonshoft … Continue reading
