Author Archives: Bob Mihalek

Dayton Daily News: Wright State to work with U.S. Space Command’s academic enterprise

Wright State University and Space Command have formed a working relationship, with the university joining a cadre of schools in the command’s academic engagement enterprise. Wright State said it will work with Space Command to develop a pipeline of military … Continue reading →

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Wright State joins selective U.S. Space Command Academic Engagement Enterprise

Wright State students gain access to real-world space research and workforce pathways through U.S. Space Command
Posted on February 9, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Wright State University joins a select group of institutions nationwide in U.S. Space Command’s Academic Engagement Enterprise, creating new opportunities for student involvement in space research and workforce development. Continue reading →

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Dayton Daily News: Wright State to teach area teachers how to prepare for civics classes; host student civics summer camps

Wright State University will use a $3 million U.S. Department of Education grant for civics education across central and southwest Ohio. The project — Civic Foundations: Equipping K–12 for America’s Next 250 Years — will help educators and students to … Continue reading →

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Wright State’s Homecoming Week features block party-inspired events Feb. 4–7 on the Dayton Campus

Posted on January 29, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Basketball games, the Alumni Achievement Awards, Trivia Night, a chili cookoff and salsa dancing will highlight Wright State’s packed Homecoming Week on the Dayton Campus Feb. 4–7. Continue reading →

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Wright State’s Industrial and Human Factors Engineering program named one of top online graduate programs by U.S. News

Posted on January 28, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Wright State’s master’s degree in industrial and human factors engineering is ranked No. 2 in Ohio and No. 33 nationally in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Online Graduate Engineering Programs rankings. Continue reading →

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Wright State psychologist featured in WalletHub’s ‘Best and Worst States to Raise a Family’ study

Sara Bielek, Psy.D., clinical assistant professor in Wright State University’s School of Professional Psychology, was featured as an expert contributor in WalletHub’s 2026 “Best and Worst States to Raise a Family” study. In the article, Bielek highlighted the importance of … Continue reading →

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Wright State faculty member Damaris Serrano wins Panamanian literary award

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Damaris Serrano, professor of Spanish, received the prestigious Pedro Correa Vázquez Literary Criticism Essay Award from Panama’s Ministry of Culture for her book “Voices in Global Times.” Continue reading →

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Dayton Business Journal: Wright State economist shares insight into what to expect from the U.S. economy in 2026

A Wright State University economist is offering expert insight on what to expect from the U.S. economy in 2026. Kevin Willardsen, Ph.D., associate professor of economics, was interviewed by the Dayton Business Journal about key factors shaping the economic outlook … Continue reading →

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Wright State grad Hannah Beachler earns Oscar nomination for production design on ‘Sinners’

Posted on January 22, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Wright State motion pictures graduate Hannah Beachler earned her second Academy Award nomination, this time for Best Production Design on the blockbuster film “Sinners.” Continue reading →

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Dayton Daily News’ Archdeacon: Wright State baseball doesn’t just win games, it saves lives

Wright State baseball reached great milestones last season and yet its most important accomplishment is unknown by almost everyone. In 2025, the Raiders: Finished 40-21, their first 40-win season since 2018. Won the Horizon League’s regular-season title and the Horizon … Continue reading →

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