Author Archives: Bob Mihalek

Q&A: Dennis Andersh talks growth at Wright State Research Institute

Excerpt Dennis Andersh has only been at the Wright State Research Institute for a few months, but he looks totally at home in his new role. The former local leader of Leidos (known as SAIC until recently) has been tabbed to … Continue reading

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Wright State to host open house for liberal arts on Presidents Day

Wright State’s College of Liberal Arts will host an open house for prospective students on Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 17. Continue reading

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Wright State student overcomes surgery complications to return to school

Excerpt Dan Darkow had one goal as he dealt with serious complications from surgery to remove his wisdom teeth: Get back to Wright State University. The 20-year-old junior lost the ability to breathe on his own and developed aspiration pneumonia … Continue reading

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Local students attend college readiness program

Excerpt One-hundred Logan County high school students who may be the first in their families to attend college made a visit to Wright State University for a college readiness program last Friday. Organized by the WSU Department of English Language … Continue reading

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DDL, Wright State player signs with European team

Excerpt Former Wright State University soccer standout Emilie Fillion has signed a professional contract with Dutch Premier League club FC Twente. Fillion, who played last year for Dayton Dutch Lions FC, will travel to Holland on Friday and join the … Continue reading

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Wright State Collegiate Chorale to perform at Carnegie Hall

Wright State University musicians will return to one of the world’s most prestigious concert venues when the Collegiate Chorale performs at Carnegie Hall on Sunday, Feb. 16. Continue reading

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Wright State grad wins MacArthur grant for documentary on ancient Afghan site

Brent Huffman

Wright State University alumnus and documentary filmmaker Brent Huffman received a prestigious MacArthur grant for his latest film “Saving Mes Aynak.” Continue reading

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Business transition planning

Excerpt Business owners can learn more about creating a transition plan to sell their company through a new certificate program offered by Wright State University’s Center for Professional Education. The course, Executive Certificate Program in Business Transition Planning, will help … Continue reading

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The STAC celebrates Digital Learning Day, provides new space for online learners

eLearning Studio in the STAC

Wright State’s Student Technology Assistance Center will showcase its new space for online learners when it celebrates Digital Learning Day on Wednesday, Feb. 5. Continue reading

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Wright State names new Graduate School dean

Excerpt Wright State University has appointed a new dean for its graduate school. Robert Fyffe, currently vice president for research at Wright State, has been named permanent dean of the graduate school. Fyffe will continue to hold the title of … Continue reading

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