Wright State Headlines
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Nov 5
Heavy metal learning
Wright State University is helping Ohio high school students discover the real-world impact of science through a hands-on program that teaches them how to test and analyze water quality. Continue reading
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Nov 3
State grants to bolster Wright State’s electric vehicle and advanced manufacturing training for students
Wright State University engineering students will gain more hands-on experience with the latest electric vehicle and advanced manufacturing technologies, thanks to state grants for new high-tech training equipment. Continue reading
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Oct 30
Wright State partners with local universities, hospitals to expand mental health care for students
The College Age Intensive Outpatient Program serves students ages 18 to 24 who are currently enrolled in undergraduate courses and need more support than traditional outpatient therapy provides. Continue reading
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Oct 28
Wright State students, first responders team up for Halloween event
Wright State’s Department of Public Safety partnered with Mini University for the annual Trunk or Treat event, bringing together students, first responders and hundreds of preschoolers for a fun and safe Halloween celebration. Continue reading
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Oct 24
Explore Wright State Day welcomes hundreds of future Raiders
Hundreds of future students and their families visited Wright State University’s Dayton Campus for Explore Wright State Day. Continue reading
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Faculty & Staff
Wright State Board of Trustees announces presidential search process
The board will form a diverse search committee of representatives from the university community, including trustees, faculty, staff, students and alumni, as well as Wright State Foundation and community representatives. Continue reading
Wright State University President David R. Hopkins to retire in June 2017
Wright State President David R. Hopkins led the university during a campus expansion, record levels of enrollment and fundraising and national recognition for community service and being disability and military friendly. Continue reading
Wright State introduces new website design
Newly designed Wright State homepage and undergraduate admissions websites focus on attracting and assisting potential incoming students. Continue reading
A look at the life of Wright State’s head volleyball coach
Wright State volleyball coach Susan Clements represents the dedication, competitive spirit and passion that Wright State coaches exemplify on a weekly basis. Continue reading
Vietnam vista
Wright State’s Mai Nguyen a driving force behind PBS documentary on Vietnamese-Americans
Mai Nguyen, director of the Asian and Native American Center, helps create PBS documentary on local second-generation Vietnamese-Americans. Continue reading
Ladder Dayton provides kids with exposure to health care careers
Boonshoft School of Medicine, Five Rivers Family Health Center and Good Samaritan Hospital launched a mentorship program for youth who are interested in careers in health care. Continue reading
Police Sgt. Chad Oleyar receives Blue Coat Award
Chad Oleyar has worked in the Wright State Police Department since 2007 and was promoted to sergeant in 2011. Continue reading
Noted aviation photographer Dan Patterson to speak at Academy of Medicine annual dinner
Annual event honors outstanding Boonshoft School of Medicine students, residents and faculty while recognizing the dedicated work of the Wright State Academy of Medicine. Continue reading
Actor Tom Hanks dedicates Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures at Wright State University
Acclaimed actor, producer and director Tom Hanks paid a visit to Wright State University to dedicate the Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures. Continue reading
Katrina Merriweather named head women’s basketball coach
Katrina Merriweather has served as an assistant coach with the Wright State women’s basketball team for the past six seasons. Continue reading
