Wright State Headlines
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Aug 1
Wright State graduates receive free school supplies to jump start their teaching careers
New Wright State teacher education graduates received free classroom supplies through a partnership with Crayons to Classrooms to help them prepare for their first year in the classroom. Continue reading
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Jul 31
Nursing and Health Careers Camp at Wright State gives high school students hands-on experience
The Wright State and Premier Health Nursing and Health Careers Camp immersed 46 high school students in hands-on medical training and eye-opening experiences that sparked their passion for health care careers. Continue reading
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Jul 29
Wright State videographer Kris Sproles wins regional Emmy and Ohio journalism award
Kris Sproles, video content producer at Wright State, was honored with a Regional Emmy and an award from the Ohio Society of Professional Journalists for his outstanding storytelling and visual journalism. Continue reading
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Jul 24
Wright State’s Lake Campus ranked as Ohio’s best value in higher education
Wright State’s Lake Campus was ranked as the best value among all Ohio colleges and universities by the financial planning website SmartAsset, thanks to its affordability, student success outcomes and financial aid support. Continue reading
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Jul 22
Wright State University earns Collegiate Purple Star renewal for support of military-connected students, veterans
Wright State University was once again recognized as a Collegiate Purple Star campus by the Ohio Department of Higher Education for its commitment to supporting military-connected students and veterans. Continue reading
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Faculty & Staff
Wright State videographer Kris Sproles wins regional Emmy and Ohio journalism award
Kris Sproles, video content producer at Wright State, was honored with a Regional Emmy and an award from the Ohio Society of Professional Journalists for his outstanding storytelling and visual journalism. Continue reading
Wright State Police Department honored for excellence in community policing
The Wright State Police Department was named the July Agency of the Month by the Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police and the Law Enforcement Foundation. Continue reading
Wright State business professor, alumnus honored by regional technology organizations
Technology First honored Amir Zadeh, professor of management information systems, as the 2024 Tech Educator of the Year and recognized grad Brandon Hubley with the Award of Excellence in the Student Project category. Continue reading
Wright State University launches Strategic Plan 2030 to advance student success, enhance role as regional economic driver
Wright State launched a new five-year Strategic Plan that advances student success, strengthens collaborative partnerships and enhances its role as a driver of economic vitality in the region. Continue reading
Wright State marketing professor’s new book takes the horror out of managing debt
John Dinsmore, professor of marketing at Wright State, explores how common sales tactics lead people to make costly mistakes in his new book, “The Marketing of Debt: How They Get You.” Continue reading
Ben Schaefer honored for 2024 Wright State University Officer of the Year
The Wright State Department of Public Safety honored several police officers, dispatchers, a community member and staff member for their hard work, dedication and support over the past year. Continue reading
Images of war inspire powerful conversations in Wright State dialogue series
Wright State’s Veteran and Military Center brought together student veterans, service members and military families for a discussion series that used images of war to explore personal military experiences. Continue reading
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
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
Eye in the sky
Wright State’s drone officer uses aerial technology to keep campus safe on the ground
Wright State’s Police Department adds new innovative drone technology to enhance campus safety. Continue reading
