Wright State Headlines
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Jun 10
Wright State University launches new undergraduate scholarship for active-duty military
Active-duty military members, activated Guard members and reservists can pursue a bachelor’s degree at Wright State with support from the university’s new Active Duty Military Undergraduate Scholarship. Continue reading
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Jun 9
Wright State alum Nicole Scherzinger wins first Tony Award for starring role in ‘Sunset Boulevard’
Nicole Scherzinger, who studied musical theatre and acting at Wright State, received the Tony Award for best leading actress in a musical for “Sunset Boulevard.” Continue reading
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Jun 6
Wright State media highlights, June 1–6
Wright State made headlines this week with national and regional media coverage highlighting a historic NCAA upset, expert insight on consumer behavior, a new academic partnership in health care and an internship program preparing students for Ohio’s semiconductor industry. Continue reading
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Jun 6
From classroom to community: Christopher Moyer receives Wright State Volunteer Service Award
Christopher Moyer received the 2025 Tony Alexander Volunteer Service Award in recognition of his involvement in the Wright State Alumni Association. Continue reading
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Jun 5
Wright State launches AI-focused summer camp for high school, incoming college students
High school students and incoming college students can learn about AI through hands-on projects and collaborative learning during an AI Summer Camp offered by Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business. Continue reading
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Wright State awarded nearly $780,000 in Choose Ohio First Scholarships to support STEM and education students
The Choose Ohio First program awarded Wright State nearly $780,000 to support undergraduate and graduate students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics and STEM-focused education programs. Continue reading
Wright State professor Karen Wonders honored for pioneering work in exercise oncology
WDTN-TV named Karen Wonders, a professor in Wright State’s School of Health and Exercise Science and founder of Maple Tree Cancer Alliance, as the 2025 Remarkable Woman of Dayton. Continue reading
Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel visits Wright State, highlighting workforce development and student opportunities
Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel met with President Sue Edwards and regional partners to learn how Wright State is preparing students for in-demand careers and supporting local economic growth.
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Dayton Daily News: New Lt. Gov. Tressel touts workforce in Wright State visit
Excerpt Workforce creation is a priority for the last two years of current Gov. Mike DeWine’s term, said Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel. Tressel said the biggest item that DeWine asked him to work on was seeing how the state could … Continue reading
Wright State ranks among nation’s top graduate engineering and computer science programs in 2025 U.S. News rankings
Seven graduate programs offered by Wright State’s College of Engineering and Computer Science earned spots in the U.S. News Best Engineering School rankings. Continue reading
Wright State media highlights, March 30–April 4
Wright State faculty member Karen Wonders, student-athletes, business alum Ashley Pleiman and our spelling bee champ were featured on Living Dayton, WDTN 2 News, WCPO’s Cincy Lifestyle and Good Day Dayton this week. Continue reading
Dayton Business Journal: Wright State aims to boost Dayton’s workforce with AI courses designed for any industry
Artificial intelligence is no longer a tool only for tech companies — it is reshaping the way we work, live and interact with the world. From automating routine tasks in business to improving medical diagnoses, optimizing supply chains and even … Continue reading
Wright State alum’s passion for technology leads to Outstanding Alumnus Award
Michael Bennett gives back to Wright State by overseeing Booz Allen Hamilton’s corporate sponsorship with the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Continue reading
Wright State Media Highlights, March 24–28
ArtsGala, Raiderthon and a Habitat for Humanity build were among the Wright State campus activities that attracted media coverage last week. Continue reading
Clermont County health commissioner Julianne Nesbit honored with 2025 Boonshoft School of Medicine Outstanding Alumna Award
Wright State alum Julianne Nesbit’s career reflects a dedication to fostering healthier communities and a sustainable public health infrastructure. Continue reading
