Author Archives: Kris Sproles

Wright State celebrates Wright Brothers Day with hands-on learning and networking event

Wright Brothers Day at Wright State University celebrated the 119th anniversary of Wilbur Wright’s 39-minute flight on Huffman Prairie on Oct. 5, 1905. Continue reading

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Active learning

Wright State’s Raider Active courses help students gain confidence and learn activities to last a lifetime

Wright State University students can register for self-defense, Tai Chi, basketball, soccer, weight training, yoga and karate and receive credits toward graduation. Continue reading

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Global learning

Wright State University sees increase in international students interested in studying abroad

Wright State University hosted a Study Abroad Fair for students on Sept. 18 in the Student Union Atrium. Continue reading

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Thousands of runners descend on Wright State University for Air Force Marathon 5K and Health and Fitness Expo

Runners, walkers and volunteers from across the country and around the world descended on Wright State University to attend the Air Force Marathon Sports and Fitness Expo and participate in the Air Force 5K and Tailwind Trot. Continue reading

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Rushing home

Cheering and screams of pure joy filled Wright State’s Dayton Campus as dozens of female students pledged to join five different sororities. Continue reading

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Wright State’s Lake Campus hosts community-involvement party for students

The sixth annual Laker Lawn Party highlighted the beginning of fall semester at Wright State University’s Lake Campus. Continue reading

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Funky festival

Wright State University celebrates start of fall semester with ’70s-themed celebration

Fall Fest, the annual celebration that highlights Raider Weeks at Wright State University, brought students, staff and faculty together for a disco-themed day of fun. Continue reading

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Nearly 1,300 families come to Wright State for mass food distribution by The Foodbank

The Foodbank distributed thousands of pounds of food to local families during a mass distribution at the Wright State University Nutter Center on Aug. 29. Continue reading

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Going for gold

Wright State University welcomes first-year students with food, fun and competition

First Weekend was packed with many opportunities for new and returning students to learn about Wright State, get involved and have fun. Continue reading

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Pushing the envelope

Downtown Dayton gallery connects Wright State University fine arts alumni and faculty with opportunities to showcase their talents

Wright State University fine arts alumni and faculty collaborate through the Dutoit Gallery, a co-op art gallery. Continue reading

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