Awards

Wright State University honors staff for excellence, innovation and service

A select group of staff members will be honored with the 2026 President’s Awards for Excellence, recognizing excellence in human relations, leadership, service, performance, innovation and student success. Continue reading →

Wright State University honors faculty for excellence in teaching, research, professional service and community engagement

Nine faculty members will be honored with the 2026 President’s Awards for Excellence, recognizing sustained excellence in teaching, research, professional service and community engagement. Continue reading →

Wright State motion pictures alumni win regional Emmy award

Adam White and Amy Faust honored for their short film ‘Photography’

Adam White and Amy Faust, both graduates of Wright State’s motion pictures program, received numerous awards, including a Regional Emmy, for their short film “Photography.” Continue reading →

Wright State video producer earns Regional Emmy and state journalism award

Kris Sproles was recognized with two professional honors for his captivating storytelling

Kris Sproles, a staff member in Wright State’s Office of University Communications and Marketing, earned two professional awards for his outstanding storytelling and visual journalism. Continue reading →

Wright State President Sue Edwards named to Dayton Business Journal’s Power 100

The list represents 100 of the region’s leaders who have contributed to moving Dayton forward
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One hundred area leaders are being recognized for helping shape the Dayton region’s growth over the last 25 years. Continue reading →

SOCHE honors Wright State staff and faculty leaders for excellence

Wright State employees Cassie Guard, Karen Lahm and Patrick Sonner received 2025–26 SOCHE Excellence Awards for their outstanding contributions to student success, teaching and campus impact. Continue reading →

Raj Soin College of Business Associate Dean Rachel Sturm named rising education star by Dayton Business Journal

The recognition reflects Rachel Sturm’s commitment to creating opportunities that connect students to the broader community

Rachel Sturm, associate dean and professor of management in the Raj Soin College of Business, has built a distinguished career as a scholar, teacher and leader. Continue reading →

Wright State music professor honored with Ohio’s top music education service award

Shelley Jagow, professor of music and director of bands, will receive the Ohio Music Education Association’s Distinguished Service Award in recognition of her long-standing service and leadership in music education. Continue reading →

Wright State faculty member Damaris Serrano wins Panamanian literary award

Damaris Serrano, professor of Spanish, received the prestigious Pedro Correa Vázquez Literary Criticism Essay Award from Panama’s Ministry of Culture for her book “Voices in Global Times.” Continue reading →

Wright State recognizes Nursing Professor Kim Ringo for advancing international student success

Wright State nursing professor and alumna Kim Ringo received the 2025 International Education Award for her leadership and mentorship in supporting international nursing students. Continue reading →