Author Archives: Reilly Dixon

Wright State medical students bring relief to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Photo of Dr. Sylvia Gleason (yellow shirt) and the students and professor who traveled with her to help.

The ravaging violence and civil strife that plague eastern Africa have created a humanitarian crisis that is consuming the African continent. Continue reading

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Wright State celebrates Native American culture

Photo of Ernie LaPointe, great-grandson of Sitting Bull, Hunkpapa Lakota chief

Wright State will celebrate the colorful and extensive heritage of those native to our land as a part of Native American Heritage Month. Continue reading

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Dayton Dragons looking for student workers to step up to the plate

Photo of ten Wright State students at a Dayton Dragons game in the DP&L Foundation suite.

Batter up, Raiders! The 2013 Dayton Dragons Green Team will be paying Wright State a visit on Monday, Oct. 29, to recruit students for summer job opportunities. Continue reading

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AHNA to celebrate birthday with fall fun

Photo of performer from Asian Culture Night 2011

Since its inception in 1997, the Asian/Hispanic/Native American Center (AHNA) has played an integral role in providing Wright State and the Dayton community with academic, social and cultural service. Continue reading

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Halloween spooks to sweep Wright State’s campus

Photo of the Library Computing Services Department dressed up as the Bat Team.

The Halloween spirit is creeping up on Wright State. Students, staff and faculty will have a number of opportunities to participate in festive activities and events. Continue reading

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Superheroes offer modern lessons on assimilation

DC Comics' Superman

The Man of Steel, the Metropolis Marvel, the Last Son of Krypton. Known by many names, the comic book hero Superman has saved the fictional world from destruction countless times and inspired many with his super powers. Continue reading

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Ohio students to visit Wright State, immerse themselves in language fun

Photo of Wright State Presidnet David R. Hopkins and Immersion Day participants on stage dressed in ethnic gowns.

High school and college students from schools all over Ohio will visit Wright State to sharpen their bilingualism in coming weeks. Continue reading

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Student on the Scene—Homecoming chili cook-off

Graphic logo for the Wright State Newsroom series Student on the Scene

The Sixth Annual Chili Cook-Off brought joy to the stomachs of many Raiders. Continue reading

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Wright State students learn to teach through partnerships with Chinese university

Dayna Foster underwent an eye-opening cultural experience when she taught at the Dalian Institute of Science and Technology in China. Continue reading

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Get back with the pack during Homecoming

Photo of Dan Baker, Michelle Shreck and Kimberly Trame showing off their cupcakes during the Cupcake Wars contest at Raider Fest.

It’s that time of year again—time to get back with the pack! Spanning from October 8 through October 13, 2012, is Wright State’s annual Homecoming Week… Continue reading

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