Author Archives: Kris Sproles

Fall funhouse

Thousands of Wright State students celebrate start of Fall Semester with carnival-themed festival

Fall Fest, the annual celebration that highlights Weeks of Welcome at Wright State University, brought thousands of students, staff and faculty together for a carnival-themed day filled with fun, music, food and free giveaways. Continue reading

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WOW factor

Wright State launches Fall Semester with Weeks of Welcome

Weeks of Welcome helps new and transfer students transition to college life with activities designed to build community and support student success. Continue reading

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Ready to lead

Wright State leadership programs help new and returning students acclimate to a new school year

Scaling ropes, solving challenges and building action plans, Wright State students spent part of their summer sharpening leadership skills at retreats that prepared them to make a difference on campus. Continue reading

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2,400 Wright State students move in to on-campus housing for start of Fall Semester

Wright State University welcomed nearly 2,400 new and returning residential students to its Dayton Campus for the start of the 2025 Fall Semester Continue reading

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Over 1,400 families received food assistance at Wright State’s Nutter Center

More than 1,400 households received food assistance at Wright State University’s Nutter Center during a mass distribution organized by The Foodbank. Continue reading

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Family business

Wright State grads lead Young’s Jersey Dairy into a new generation

This fall, Wright State graduate Dan Young will pass the torch as CEO of Young’s Jersey Dairy to his son, John Young, also a Wright State alum. Continue reading

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Wright State graduates receive free school supplies to jump start their teaching careers

New Wright State teacher education graduates received free classroom supplies through a partnership with Crayons to Classrooms to help them prepare for their first year in the classroom. Continue reading

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Wright State’s successful baseball season fuels excitement at youth summer camps

Young athletes flocked to Wright State’s baseball, soccer and basketball camps this summer, energized by the university’s athletic success and upgraded facilities. Continue reading

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Profitable pitch

Wright State grad used Wright Venture competition to kickstart successful roofing business

Wright State entrepreneurship graduate Peyton Hoff used his $6,000 Wright Venture competition prize money to launch Absolute Roofing Services, which has grown into a thriving business. Continue reading

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Wright State’s Calamityville hosts its largest joint medical training operation

Wright State’s Calamityville served as a key host site for Relentless Valor, where nearly 400 military personnel conducted joint medical and combat readiness training alongside international observers. Continue reading

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