Author Archives: Kris Sproles

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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Crash course

Wright State emergency medicine residents train in field rescues and extrications to understand patient traumas

Boonshoft School of Medicine emergency medicine residents trained outside the hospital, combining vehicle extrication exercises and battlefield simulation to gain firsthand insight into prehospital care. Continue reading

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Wright State hosts visitors from around Ohio and across the globe for NATO events

During the NATO session in Dayton, Wright State University served as a key support hub, providing meals and housing for over 300 public safety officials. Continue reading

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Ben Schaefer honored for 2024 Wright State University Officer of the Year

The Wright State Department of Public Safety honored several police officers, dispatchers, a community member and staff member for their hard work, dedication and support over the past year. Continue reading

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Eye in the sky

Wright State’s drone officer uses aerial technology to keep campus safe on the ground

Wright State’s Police Department adds new innovative drone technology to enhance campus safety. Continue reading

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