Author Archives: Cory MacPherson

David Hopkins named DBJ’s Regional Leadership recipient for 2012

((Excerpt)) David Hopkins, president of Wright State University, has been selected as the recipient of the Regional Leadership Award for 2012 by the Dayton Business Journal. The award is part of the DBJ’s Business of the Year awards program, and … Continue reading

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Ribbon-cutting held for new Mini University greenhouse

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President David R. Hopkins and several elected officials were on hand to celebrate the new dome. Continue reading

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Common Text author to speak Monday, Sept. 10

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Following her lecture, “Translating Worlds: Classroom by Day, Sweatshop by Night,” Kwok will sign copies of her book. Continue reading

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Black feminist scholar will urge students to “Be Deliberate and Afraid of Nothing”

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Clemons’ background in education, American studies and women’s studies have helped her build a teaching and research agenda that encourages… Continue reading

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Wright State granted full membership to National Council for International Visitors

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After a year on a provisional status, Wright State has been named a full member of the prestigious State Department program. Continue reading

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Wright State remembers Benjamin Schuster

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Schuster helped shape the university, particularly its arts programs, through his generous support and patronage. Continue reading

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John Legend challenges Wright State freshmen to find their passion

Photo of John Legend speaking at Wright State's Freshman Convocation 2012.

Nine-time Grammy winner John Legend urged Wright State’s incoming freshmen to consider their education “a gift.” Continue reading

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John Legend to welcome Wright State Class of 2016 at Freshman Convocation

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The Springfield native is a critically acclaimed, multi-platinum selling singer/songwriter known for his dedicated work as a philanthropist and social activist. Continue reading

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Stein Galleries to feature work by Texas artist James Sullivan

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Sullivan’s intensely alluring works reflect the solitude of the human condition. Continue reading

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Furniture and Philanthropy

Larry Klaben has grown his company from a mom-and-pop shop to a vast furniture empire that emphasizes giving back to the dayton region

The sofas and recliners he sells may be perfect for relaxing on a Sunday afternoon, but Larry Klaben rarely rests. Since taking over a hometown furniture store in Dayton 14 years ago, Klaben has never stopped working to grow Morris … Continue reading

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