Author Archives: Bob Mihalek

Wright State to mark construction milestone of multiuse classroom building

Expected to open next summer, the Student Success Center and Classroom Building will include active learning classrooms, an auditorium and academic support services. Continue reading

Posted in Around Campus, Campus Growth, Facilities & Planning, Home news sidebar, News, Student Success, Undergraduate |

Video—Local soccer coach on World Cup

Wright State men’s soccer head coach Bryan Davis discussed the World Cup and the United States men’s national soccer team on “FOX 45 in the Morning.” Watch the interview.

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Video—Local veterans and terror experts watching Iraq closely

Political science professor Vaughn Shannon

Local terror experts are watching the turmoil in Iraq with keen eyes. What if the United States gets involved in the warring factions battling over regions in Iraq? Markets are vulnerable if the crisis deepens and experts say oil prices will be … Continue reading

Posted in Social Sciences and International Studies, Wright State in the News |

Author, screenwriter Antwone Fisher inspires foster youth

Best-selling author and screenwriter Antwone Fisher tells foster youth that no matter how difficult life may become, they can achieve their dreams. Continue reading

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Actress Ruby Dee had connections to Wright State University

Excerpt Faculty members at Wright State University had the honor of working with noted actress and activist Ruby Dee on at least two occasions. Dee, who died at age 91 in her home Wednesday night, is remembered as both “vivacious” and “gracious.” Along with … Continue reading

Posted in Fine and Performing Arts, Wright State in the News |

Wright State WPAFB Scholarship announcement

Round up of coverage of the new Wright State WPAFB Scholarship program. Wright State grad school to offer scholarships for Wright-Patt workers Dayton Daily News (subscription required): Wright State University will pay part of the tuition costs for Wright-Patterson Air … Continue reading

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Dunbar Library’s 1903 Wright Flyer ‘lands’ safely for cleaning

1903 Flyer lands safely

Full-sized replica of the 1903 Wright Flyer was built by a group of skilled volunteers and has been hanging in Wright State’s Dunbar Library since 2001. Continue reading

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Video: Veteran pays it forward after own struggle

Tyler Thompson

A retired sergeant is giving back to his fellow soldiers after fighting a battle he never expected. The Veteran and Military Center at Wright State University’s Allyn Hall is the most likely place you will find Tyler Thompson. The junior at … Continue reading

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

Wright State grad school to offer scholarships for Wright-Patt workers

Excerpt Wright State University will pay part of the tuition costs for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base personnel who enroll at the university’s graduate school in an initiative leaders hope will be a model for the rest of the nation. The … Continue reading

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$750K scholarship fund to benefit military seeking Wright State degrees

Excerpt A $750,000 scholarship fund by Wright State University’s graduate school will help Wright-Patterson Air Force Base employees get graduate degrees. The school announced the new fund Tuesday morning. Under the program, civilian workers and active duty military can apply for up to … Continue reading

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