Author Archives: Bob Mihalek

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

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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

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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

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Linda Vista program helped family in need

Excerpt Aisha Ford, a junior majoring in film studies at Wright State University, has a life story to tell that she isn’t afraid to share. She’s spoken out for Linda Vista, a program for women and children victimized by abuse … Continue reading

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Art professors featured in new Dayton Visual Arts Center exhibit

Three Wright State professor emeriti collaborate on a new exhibition of prints and paintings at the Dayton Visual Arts Center. Continue reading

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Class of 2014 celebrates Spring Commencement

Wright State University honored more than 2,000 graduates during its Spring 2014 Commencement ceremony May 3 in the Nutter Center. Continue reading

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Video—Expert on DNA evidence speaks at YSU

Dan Krane

Except DNA evidence is becoming more widely used and necessary in criminal court cases. Dan Krane is a professor of biology at Wright State University and is one of the world’s foremost DNA experts.  He’s served as a witness in over … Continue reading

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Wright State Spring Commencement

Scenes from the 2014 Spring Commencement at Wright State University. The Spring Commencement class includes applicants for 1,381 bachelor’s degrees, 612 master’s degrees and 26 doctorate degrees. View photos from WHIO-TV.

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Tony nominees have local connections

Center of Excellence in Collaborative Education, Leadership and Innovation in the Arts logo

Excerpt The Human Race Theatre Company, the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music and Wright State University all have reason to celebrate today. A number of theater professionals responsible for Tony-nominated Broadway shows have local connections. … Wright State grads … Continue reading

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Video—Wright State student wins Ms. Wheelchair Ohio crown

Elizabeth Schrack

Wright State student Elizabeth Schrack won the 2014 Ms. Wheelchair Ohio pageant and will represent the state at a national competition in August. Watch the interview from Fox 45 in the Morning.

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