Wright State Headlines
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May 14
Former Wright State Trustee Dawn Conway named interim dean of Raj Soin College of Business
Dawn Conway, who served on the Wright State University Board of Trustees from 2021 to April 2025, is the president and CEO of Boost Engagement. Continue reading
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May 12
Marty Sexton appointed dean of Wright State’s College of Health, Education and Human Services
Marty Sexton previously served as acting dean and associate dean of Wright State’s College of Health, Education and Human Services. Continue reading
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May 12
Eye in the sky
Wright State’s Police Department adds new innovative drone technology to enhance campus safety. Continue reading
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May 9
Wright State media highlights, May 3–9
Wright State made headlines this week with media coverage highlighting commencement celebrations, student success, alumni achievements and faculty expertise. Continue reading
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May 8
Wright State alum shapes the future of AI in national defense
Kevin Schmidt, now developing cutting-edge AI technologies for the Air Force Research Laboratory, credits his success to the experiences he received during his behavioral neuroscience studies at Wright State. Continue reading
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CSIC celebrates Wright State’s 50th anniversary
2017 campaign launches on March 9
Faculty, staff and retirees may choose among 1,900 scholarships and programs during the annual Campus Scholarship and Innovation Campaign “50 Years: See the Change. Be the Impact.” Continue reading
Wright State University to dedicate the Vishal Soin Innovation Park
Named in honor of former board chair, park will increase university's visibility along I-675 and provide new opportunities for business, industry collaborations
The park, supported by a gift from the Soin Family Foundation, is located on the south side of Colonel Glenn Highway, directly across from Wright State’s Dayton Campus. Continue reading
From Wright State to Hollywood
Emmy Award–winning screenwriter Erik Bork (’89) reflects on his days as a motion pictures student and working with Tom Hanks
Even though he’s collaborated with such Hollywood A-listers as Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg, Brian Grazer, and Ron Howard, Erik Bork didn’t always dream of making movies. “When I was in high school, I started gravitating toward the creative arts of some … Continue reading
A salute to our nation’s finest
Delores Etter ’70, ’72 establishes scholarship for Wright State students from military families
The Delores and Jerry Etter Scholarship will help students in the College of Science and Mathematics or the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Continue reading
John and Shirley Berry commit $1.5 million to student success initiatives at Wright State
In appreciation of the Berrys’ gift, Wright State named the 220-seat auditorium in the Student Success Center the John and Shirley ’77 Berry Auditorium. Continue reading
Enterprise Holdings Foundation invests in the professional development of Wright State students
$3,000 grant will be utilized for services and programs to help students launch their careers. Continue reading
A wonderful life
Grateful for Wright State’s impact on their lives, Ron ’76, ’84 and Joan Amos pay it forward for future generations
The Ron and Joan Amos Family Scholarship provides assistance to students who are working their way through college. Continue reading
CSIC to Rise. Shine.
2016 Campaign Kicks Off with Celebration on February 25
CSIC is ready to rise once again with a kickoff celebration on Thursday, Feb. 25, at 3 p.m. in the Student Union Apollo Room. Continue reading
Reynolds and Reynolds Foundation sponsors first student-operated café at Wright State University
Opening Dec. 2, ReyRey Café will promote student entrepreneurship in the Raj Soin College of Business
Wright State will celebrate the opening of the ReyRey Café in Rike Hall with a grand opening ceremony at 2 p.m. on Dec. 2. Continue reading
A moment in the spotlight
Wright State students, faculty and alumni perform live on stage with Kristin Chenoweth
Wright State students, faculty and alumni perform live on stage at the Fraze Pavilion in Kettering with Kristin Chenoweth. Continue reading
