Wright State Headlines
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May 23
Wright State media highlights, May 19–23
This week’s media highlights showcase Wright State’s impact through national recognition, faculty commentary on global events and scientific phenomena and an inspiring story from an incoming student. Continue reading
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May 23
Wright State medical students team with Premier Health, strengthen community well-being
Approximately 200 people received information and essential health services at a community health fair, organized by Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine students and Premier Health. Continue reading
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May 22
From Wright State to Secret Service: Christina Hale honored as Graduate of the Last Decade
Secret Service agent and Wright State alum Christina Hale plays a critical role in safeguarding national leaders and major events through her expertise in threat assessment and intelligence analysis. Continue reading
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May 21
Wright State to follow NATO session with Dayton Peace Accords celebration
Wright State will host a panel discussion on “The Dayton Peace Accords: Reflections after 30 Years” and a concert by the Sarajevo Philharmonic Orchestra on May 27. Continue reading
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May 19
Wright State to host annual job and resources fair for veterans and their families on May 21
Veterans, military-connected individuals and family members can connect with local employers and resource organizations at the annual Vets Moving Forward event on May 21 at Wright State. Continue reading
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Faculty
Wright State surgery professor Priti Parikh selected for prestigious academic medicine leadership fellowship
Priti Parikh, professor of surgery at the Boonshoft School of Medicine, was named an Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM) Fellow at Drexel University College of Medicine for 2025–26. Continue reading
Wright State professor Karen Wonders honored for pioneering work in exercise oncology
WDTN-TV named Karen Wonders, a professor in Wright State’s School of Health and Exercise Science and founder of Maple Tree Cancer Alliance, as the 2025 Remarkable Woman of Dayton. Continue reading
Wright State alum, faculty member Adam Deardorff leads new ALS clinic at Miami Valley Hospital South
Inspired by an experience as a resident, Wright State alum and faculty member Adam Deardorff has lead the charge on creating a new ALS Clinic at Miami Valley Hospital South. Continue reading
Wright State’s Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures adds director, plans to grow
New director and faculty have big plans for Wright State University’s Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures. Continue reading
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine receives $1.7 million estate gift for scholarships
A gift from the late William A. Bernie, M.D., will support scholarships for medical students at Wright State’s Boonshoft School of Medicine. Continue reading
Wright State professor Kunal Swani received prestigious research award from international marketing organization
Kunal Swani, professor of marketing at Wright State, and his research team won the prestigious William R. Darden Best Research Paper Methodology Award from the Academy of Marketing Science. Continue reading
Pediatrics chair and interim associate dean appointed at Wright State’s Boonshoft School of Medicine
Shehzad Saeed was appointed chair of pediatrics and Laurie Bankston was appointed interim associate dean for medical education at the Boonshoft School of Medicine. Continue reading
Wright State faculty member Dan Noel uses unique background to inspire new leaders
Dan Noel, program director of organizational leadership at Wright State, helps students learn how to be effective, productive, caring leaders in their organizations. Continue reading
New book by Wright State political scientist Lee Hannah examines rise of medical marijuana in U.S.
Lee Hannah, professor of political science at Wright State, explores the spread of medical marijuana in his new book, “Green Rush: The Rise of Medical Marijuana in the United States.” Continue reading
Wright State to offer summer research experience in secure and trusted microelectronics for undergraduate students
Wright State will offer undergraduate students research experiences in cybersecurity during a new summer training program supported by the National Science Foundation. Continue reading
