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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Author Archives: Dennis Bova
Grand slam
Wright State business student Lily Leszczuk is nearing her quest to graduate next year with four degrees
A passion for learning how businesses work led Wright State business student Lily Leszczuk to pursue her own kind of grand slam by majoring in four areas. Continue reading
Wright State Theatre’s production of ‘Carrie: The Musical’ is the Halloween treat that keeps on giving
Wright State Theatre’s production of “Carrie: The Musical” runs from Oct. 31 to Nov. 17 in the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center. Continue reading
Wright State joins nation in celebrating first-generation students
Wright State will celebrate National First Generation College Celebration Day on Nov. 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Student Union Atrium. Continue reading
Curtain rises on national musical theatre winner at Wright State
Gretchen Shope, a first-year musical theatre major at Wright State, won the prestigious 2024 Jimmy Award for Best Performance by an Actress. Continue reading
Wright Brothers Day celebrates innovative spirit, then and now
Wright State University will celebrate the innovation and entrepreneurship of its namesakes during Wright Brothers Day on Oct. 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Union Atrium. Continue reading
New collaboration to benefit Wright State visual arts students, Dayton Society of Artists
Wright State University visual arts students will receive guidance and experience from local professional artists thanks to a new collaboration with the Dayton Society of Artists. Continue reading
Wright State’s College of Engineering and Computer Science speakers series features STEM topics
Wright State’s College of Engineering and Computer Science will launch its Dean’s Speakers Series in October with talks on quantum technology and women in engineering and aviation. Continue reading
2024 President’s Award for Excellence in Leadership (Classified)
Tracey Hill, administrative support coordinator, School of Humanities and Cultural StudiesPart of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2024
Tracey Hill, administrative support coordinator in the School of Humanities and Cultural Studies, gives her job all she has and puts people first. Continue reading
2024 President’s Award for Excellence in Leadership (Unclassified)
Erika Gilles, associate director of academic affairs, College of Graduate Programs and Honors StudiesPart of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2024
The success of the newly formed College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies can be attributed in large part to Erika Gilles, associate director of academic affairs. Continue reading
2024 Spirit of Innovation
Nichole Chmidling, assistant director of budget planning and resource analysisPart of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2024
While Nichole Chmidling is a quiet person, she is a powerhouse who works behind the scenes to help make Wright State run. Continue reading
