Wright State Headlines
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Nov 14
Wright State medical students bring medicine to life for Mini University preschoolers
Stuffed animals became patients and preschoolers became doctors when Mini University at Wright State transformed into a bustling “teddy bear hospital.” Continue reading
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Nov 13
Wright State Theatre to present rom-com musical ‘The Wedding Singer’
Wright State University Theatre will transport audiences back to the 1980s with the romantic comedy musical “The Wedding Singer,” running Nov. 13–23 in the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center. Continue reading
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Nov 5
Heavy metal learning
Wright State University is helping Ohio high school students discover the real-world impact of science through a hands-on program that teaches them how to test and analyze water quality. Continue reading
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Nov 3
State grants to bolster Wright State’s electric vehicle and advanced manufacturing training for students
Wright State University engineering students will gain more hands-on experience with the latest electric vehicle and advanced manufacturing technologies, thanks to state grants for new high-tech training equipment. Continue reading
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Oct 30
Wright State partners with local universities, hospitals to expand mental health care for students
The College Age Intensive Outpatient Program serves students ages 18 to 24 who are currently enrolled in undergraduate courses and need more support than traditional outpatient therapy provides. Continue reading
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Author Archives: Bob Mihalek
2025 Outstanding Unit
College of Health, Education and Human Services Enrollment and Retention TeamPart of the series: 2025 Staff President's Awards for Excellence
With a collaborative, student-first focus, the College of Health, Education and Human Services Enrollment and Retention Team has reimagined how it engages with future students and supports them on the path to graduation. Continue reading
2025 Outstanding Collaborative Unit
Office of Partnerships and Field ExperiencesPart of the series: 2025 Staff President's Awards for Excellence
The Office of Partnerships and Field Experiences opens doors for Wright State teacher education students to gain meaningful, hands-on experience in local schools, ensuring students gain the skills and confidence to thrive in the classroom. Continue reading
2025 Spirit of Innovation
Kim Schneider and Sarah Umbdenstock, social media coordinatorsPart of the series: 2025 Staff President's Awards for Excellence
With a passion for fun and authentic storytelling, Social Media Coordinators Kim Schneider and Sarah Umbdenstock have re-energized Wright State’s social media with fresh, student-focused content. Continue reading
2025 Spirit of Wright State University
Alex Sogard, head baseball coachPart of the series: 2025 Staff President's Awards for Excellence
Head Baseball Coach Alex Sogard has built a program that not only wins championships but also exemplifies sportsmanship, academic excellence and character. Continue reading
2025 Student Success Champion
Rachelle Dancy, assistant director for transfer admission and successPart of the series: 2025 Staff President's Awards for Excellence
Rachelle Dancy, assistant director for transfer admission and success, is a trusted guide for transfer students, offering personal support that makes each one feel seen, valued and welcomed. Continue reading
Wright State University honors staff and faculty for excellence
Wright State recognized select staff and faculty members for their vital contributions to the university with the 2025 President’s Awards for Excellence. Continue reading
Wright State MBA named one of nation’s best on-campus programs by Princeton Review
The Princeton Review has named Wright State University’s Raj Soin College of Business one of the nation’s Best On-Campus MBA Programs for 2025, recognizing its affordability, flexibility and strong academic reputation. Continue reading
Wright State media highlights, Aug. 25–29
Recent media coverage highlighted Wright State’s community impact, including a mobile street medicine clinic, a nursing professor’s expertise on AI in health care and education and an engineering technology degree pathway developed with Sinclair College. Continue reading
Dayton Business Journal: Sinclair College, Wright State launch engineering technology degree transfer pathway
Two of the largest higher education institutions in the Dayton area are joining forces to meet a critical workforce demand for the region. Sinclair College and Wright State University have launched a new transfer pathway program, giving students a direct … Continue reading
Wright State nursing professor featured in Dayton Daily News on AI’s impact in health care and education
Yi-Hui Lee, Ph.D., professor of nursing at Wright State University, was featured in a Dayton Daily News article about the growing role of artificial intelligence in education and health care. Lee, who spoke on the topic at several national conferences … Continue reading
