Author Archives: Kim Patton

‘Only in New York,’ born at Wright State

The musical was written by an alum, performed by the students who inspired it

Go inside “Only in New York,” the musical a Wright State alum created for Wright State students. Continue reading

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Designing dreams

Oscar-winning production designer Hannah Beachler ’05 reflects on her Wright State education and her flourishing film career
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Oscar-winning designer’s journey from Wright State student to Hollywood trailblazer is a story of resilience and reinvention. Continue reading

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A passion for storytelling

From Wright State to WYSO Public Radio, Will Davis ’10, ’14 teaches people how to share their stories
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From helping create the first designated podcasting space on a college campus to a career at WYSO Public Radio, Will Davis ’10, ’14 has always given people opportunities to connect with one another. Continue reading

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Words of appreciation

Joe Letterhos ’97 expresses gratitude for his Wright State education

A heartfelt email from alumnus Joe Letterhos ’97 sparked a reflection on how Wright State’s supportive environment helped transform a struggling student into a successful educator and school district leader. Continue reading

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Wright State professor brings global food bank research into the classroom to inspire real-world learning and solutions

A recent trip to India by Dan Warshawsky, professor of geography and chair of the School of Social Sciences and International Studies, will help inspire a new course and give students a better understanding of global food insecurity. Continue reading

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New course gives Wright State students real-world experience in genetics research

Thanks to a gift from three-time Wright State University graduate Doug Hull, a new class offers students experiential learning opportunities in the fields of genetics and genomics. Continue reading

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Ready for take off

Wright State’s annual Campus Scholarship and Innovation Campaign takes flight on March 16

During the annual Campus Scholarship and Innovation Campaign (CSIC), faculty, staff and retirees can support students by making a gift to one of more than 2,000 scholarships and programs. Continue reading

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Portrait of perseverance

Elementary education major Mylie Green overcomes obstacles to thrive as a Wright State student

Mylie Green arrived at Wright State unsure she’d last a semester. Now she’s a Student Government senator, passionate advocate for students who need a voice and future teacher determined to make a difference in the classroom. Continue reading

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‘Only in New York’ comes alive at Wright State

Developed at Wright State, the new musical was written by a theatre alum for student artists

On stage Feb. 13–22 in the Herbst Theatre, “Only in New York” allows Wright State theatre students to debut original roles in a new musical created for them. Continue reading

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Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business to launch Sandler Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Gift from the Sandler family will help Wright State support aspiring entrepreneurs

Wright State University’s Raj Soin College of Business will launch the Sandler Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, made possible by a gift from the Sandler family to support student entrepreneurs and strengthen the region’s innovation ecosystem. Continue reading

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