Author Archives: Bob Mihalek

Lake Campus adding food science degrees

Excerpt Wright State University-Lake Campus this fall will begin offering courses toward associate’s and bachelor’s degrees in food science. Professor Greg Homan led a focus group Tuesday at the campus to gather input from area agribusiness leaders on what the … Continue reading

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Alumna’s latest book included on Oprah book list

Wright State alumna Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s “Oleander Girl” was named “One of 16 Books to Get Lost in this April” by Oprah’s Book Club.
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International students flocking to Wright State’s English program

Learning English for Academic and Professional Purposes course

Wright State’s English program offers myriad opportunities to students who want to learn English as a second language and teach it. Continue reading

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Work to begin on Wright State’s $37M research center

Excerpt Wright State University will break ground Thursday on its new $37 million neuroscience and engineering research center. The 85,000-square foot Neuroscience Engineering Collaboration will build on the partnership between Wright State and Premier Health Partners, the largest health care network … Continue reading

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Video—Rowdy Raider wins national competition

The Wright State University mascot Rowdy Raider won a national competition and he was on Living Dayton to talk about it. Watch the video at WDTN.com.

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Video—Local terrorism expert talks about Boston attacks

Dr. Donna Schlagheck, a terrorism expert from Wright State University, talks about the Boston attacks and security measures both nationally and locally. Watch the interview at WHIOtv.com.

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ArtsGala raises more than $100K to help support Wright State arts programs

Excerpt My favorite part of the ArtsGala at Wright State University’s Creative Arts Center on April 6 wasn’t the herb roasted lamb lollipops, tomato bisque shooters or beautiful array of pastry desserts. It wasn’t the valet parking, the red carpet … Continue reading

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Wright State Dance Ensemble offers spring concert and student workshop

Wright State Dance Ensemble will hold its Spring Dance Concert April 18–21 and its annual Dance Intensive Workshop April 20.
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Wright State proposes $188 annual tuition increase

Excerpt Wright State University proposed a $188 annual tuition increase for students as part of its draft $298 million operating budget, which was reviewed during a workshop Thursday. University trustees will vote on the fiscal year 2014 budget, which totals $403 … Continue reading

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