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.

Cyber force

Wright State faculty member Vikram Sethi authors book about the psychological impact of cyber weapons

In his new book, Vikram Sethi, a professor of information systems and supply chain management, examines the evolution of cyber attacks. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Business, Home news sidebar, News, Research, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, and Management |

Bolinga, Sociology, Anthropology issue statement of solidarity for protests against systemic racism

The statement expresses solidarity and support for international protests against disenfranchisement, systemic racism and evaluation and promotion of civic-minded law enforcement reform. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Bolinga Black Cultural Resources Center, Home news sidebar, Liberal Arts, News, Social Sciences and International Studies |

Photo opportunity

Wright State photography student Katie Burianek selected as prestigious Yeck Fellow

Wright State student Katie Burianek says photography enables her to tell a story with a single image. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Arts Scene, Fine and Performing Arts, Liberal Arts, News, Student Profile |

Trustees approve virtual elimination of out-of-state surcharge for certain Wright State graduate students

Wright State will reduce the surcharge by 99% for nonresident graduate students who earned their bachelor’s degrees in Ohio. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Graduate, Home news sidebar, News |

Two international students at Wright State receive emergency COVID-19 grant money

UCIE is working with international students at Wright State to find ways to accommodate their unique needs, including providing small funds from donations. Continue reading

Posted in Coronavirus, Home news sidebar, International Students, News, University Center for International Education |

Point of impact

Wright State professor Valerie Stoker notes that historical responses to epidemics can be instructive

Valerie Stoker, professor of religion, says that human responses to disease are embedded in historical, cultural and economic frameworks with varying degrees of effectiveness. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Coronavirus, Home news sidebar, Humanities and Cultural Studies, Liberal Arts, News |

Wright State theatre alum Jasmine Batchelor starring in ‘The Surrogate’

Wright State theatre alumna Jasmine Batchelor has received critical acclaim for her performance in “The Surrogate.” Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Alumni, Arts Scene, Fine and Performing Arts, Home news sidebar, Liberal Arts, News |

Wright State faculty member Adrienne Traxler receives federal grant to investigate remote teaching by physics faculty

Adrienne Traxler, associate professor of physics, will study the sources physics faculty members use to master remote teaching, including people, websites and social media. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Coronavirus, Faculty, Home news sidebar, News, Physics, Research, Science & Mathematics |

Stepping up

Wright State student Rachael Mckinney helping women of Colombia with Footprints With Hope

Through her foundation Footprints With Hope, Rachael Mckinney has helped women in Colombia develop skills that foster independence. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Community Service, Home news sidebar, Humanities and Cultural Studies, Liberal Arts, News, Social Sciences and International Studies |

Campus housing plans additional robust training this year in anti-racism and social justice

Residence Life and Housing professional staff and resident advisors who populate the dorms will participate in extra training in anti-racism and social justice this year. Continue reading

Posted in Around Campus, Home news sidebar, News, Residence Life & Housing, Staff |