Author Archives: Jim Hannah

About Jim Hannah

Born in San Diego, Calif., and raised in Troy, OH. Graduated in journalism from Ohio State University. Worked at the Rome Daily American in Italy, the Indianapolis Star and The Associated Press, where I spent 30 years working in Columbus, Dayton and Washington D.C. Currently assistant director of public relations at Wright State University. Married, with three children.

By the Numbers

Student Cassie Hanshaw launching career in accounting

Cassie Hanshaw is working on her master’s degree at the Raj Soin College of Business, serves as a graduate assistant… Continue reading

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Dayton Regional STEM School celebrates expansion, fifth anniversary

The homemade, poster-sized, student-produced thank-you card pinned to the wall said it all: “Because of Partners Like You, the Real World Starts Here.” Continue reading

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Wright State inks partnership agreement with English university

An agreement that promises to strengthen Wright State’s partnership with a university in Cambridge, England, and pave the way for research opportunities… Continue reading

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Psychologist Larry James details mental health response to terrorist attack on Pentagon

Dan Kirkpatrick and Larry James

Psychologist Larry James discussed his experience providing mental health services following the 9/11 terrorist attack on the Pentagon at a special disaster symposium at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Continue reading

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Wright State to celebrate International Education Week

Photo of Wright State students Alexandra Zelles and Brittney Mitchell in Suriname.

A study-abroad fair, an international potluck and other activities promoting the benefits of global education and exchange are planned at Wright State as part of International Education Week. Continue reading

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Wright State to host English educators, formalize internship program for Student Affairs students

An upcoming visit to Wright State from high-ranking officials of an English university seeking to strengthen its U.S. ties is expected to culminate with a formal internship program between the two universities. Continue reading

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A rough ride: Larry James details his return from military duty in Iraq

Decorated soldier and renowned psychologist Larry James shared with Wright State military veterans and students a powerful, gripping account of his return from duty in Iraq… Continue reading

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Care to Dance?

Wright State to hold 15-hour charity dance marathon

On Saturday, Nov. 16, Wright State University will hold its first dance marathon in a bid to raise money for Dayton Children’s Hospital. Continue reading

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TED TALKS

Wright State scholars, experts to enrich Dayton event

Rewriting the formula for college success. Enhancing learning through brain stimulation. Bringing numbers to life. Examining racial identity. Learning leadership secrets. Continue reading

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Political Action

For state lawmaker, path to Wright State degree went through the White House

His college career was interrupted repeatedly by some powerful forces—the Air Force, presidential candidate Mitt Romney, the U.S. Department of Interior, and even the White House… Continue reading

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