Author Archives: Kim Patton

A creative force

From theme parks to cruise ships, acting alumnus Jake Lockwood puts his unique spin on elevating the guest experience

Wright State acting alumnus Jake Lockwood develops unique and interactive entertainment experiences for Disney audiences. Continue reading

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Join the crew

Faculty and staff can help Wright State students soar during the annual Campus Scholarship and Innovation Campaign

During Wright State’s annual Campus Scholarship and Innovation Campaign, faculty and staff can further impact students by making a gift to one of more than 2,000 scholarships and programs. Continue reading

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Wright State University Foundation accepting applications for Students First Fund grants for the fifth consecutive year

Program supports student success initiatives at the Dayton and Lake campuses

All Wright State students, faculty and staff with a creative concept to promote student success are welcome to apply for a Students First Fund grant. Continue reading

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Kroger to sponsor food drive for Raider Food Pantry at Jan. 28 basketball game

Fans who contribute a nonperishable food item will receive a voucher for one free ticket to the next Wright State home basketball game on Feb. 8. Continue reading

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Powerful partnership

Wright State University receives a $3.6 million gift from Reynolds and Reynolds to create an Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans and new scholarships for business students

The Reynolds and Reynolds Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans at Wright State will support the success of military veterans who are aspiring entrepreneurs. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Business, Finance, Accountancy, Management Information Systems, and Economics, Giving, Home news sidebar, Homepage Photos and Video, MBA, Military & Veterans, News, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, and Management, Videos |

Wright Day to Give scheduled for Oct. 6

Donors can make online gifts during the university’s sixth annual giving day

Since its inception, more than 3,300 donors have contributed over $612,000 to student scholarships and programs on the Wright Day to Give. Continue reading

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Wright State University Foundation welcomes new trustees

Wright State alumni Tony Alexander, Bob Reynolds and Loghan Young and graduate student Doniska Taylor joined the Wright State University Foundation Board of Trustees. Continue reading

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Back to Broadway

Wright State alumni reflect on the return of live theatre and share stories about the innovative ways they kept creativity alive during the pandemic

Wright State alumni talk about the pandemic, how it has impacted Broadway, and how shows are finally reopening. Continue reading

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Sharing the joy of music

The legacy of former Wright State professor Mel Goldfinger lives on through his love of music

The late Mel Goldfinger’s beloved collection of instruments was donated to the Wright State School of Music. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Arts Scene, Faculty, Fine and Performing Arts, Giving, Home news sidebar, Liberal Arts, Medicine, Neuroscience, Cell Biology and Physiology, News, Science & Mathematics |

Wright State University Foundation awards Students First Fund grants

Eleven projects were selected for the fourth year of Students First funding

Eleven projects received Students First Fund grants ranging from $1,554 to $6,555 in funding. Continue reading

Posted in Academics, Business, Chemistry, Education & Leadership, Fine and Performing Arts, Giving, Health and Exercise Sciences, Health, Education, & Human Services, Home news sidebar, Lake Campus, Liberal Arts, Military & Veterans, News, Nursing, Science & Mathematics, Students First Fund |