Author Archives: Cory MacPherson

Tony-nominated ‘Follies’ revival features WSU grad

((Excerpt)) Wright State University grad Nick Verina has a horse in the Tony Awards race tonight. He acted in “Follies,” which is nominated in eight categories including Best Revival of a Musical. When the time came to turn his love … Continue reading

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VIDEO: Wicked Interviews

((Excerpt)) KJ Hippensteel is a member of the ensemble as well as the understudy for Fiyero. He said that it’s exciting to have the opportunity to play two roles. As a Wright State University alumni he said that he felt … Continue reading

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Wright State holds largest commencement ever

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A record number of degree applications was received for the spring ceremony—2,820 total. Continue reading

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Student films on the big screen

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The 20th annual Big Lens Film Festival will showcase short films by students in the award-winning Wright State University Motion Pictures Program. Continue reading

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Wright State awards honorary degree to Neal Gittleman

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Neal Gittleman, music director of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, will receive an honorary degree at Wright State’s Spring Commencement. Continue reading

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Engineering students mow their way to victory

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A team of Wright State University engineering students and faculty took home the top prize at the ninth annual ION Robotic Lawn Mower Competition. Continue reading

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Students danced “Into the Unknown” at annual concert

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This year’s Junior/Senior Dance Concert, “Into the Unknown,” featured new choreography by 16 students. Continue reading

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Theatre dept. continues world premiere Dickens adaptation

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Fifteen actors will play more than 30 characters in Wright State’s world premiere production of Barnaby Rudge: Part 2, 1780. Continue reading

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Collegiate Chorale prepares for World Choir Games

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Thousands of singers from around the world will descend on Cincinnati for the “Olympics of choral music,” and Wright State’s Collegiate Chorale will compete at the event’s highest level. Continue reading

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Theatre design/technology students showcase projects

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The program prepares students for a variety of backstage disciplines in the world of professional theatre. Continue reading

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