Wright State Headlines
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Nov 20
Wright State nursing students to offer Stop the Bleed training in Wilmington
Wright State University nursing students will train residents in Wilmington how to staunch the flow of blood in an emergency on Nov. 22. Continue reading
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Nov 19
Joyful connections
Wright State alumna Krissy O’Malley brings happiness to the elderly through interactive music and memories with her new business. Continue reading
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Nov 15
Wright State’s MBA program ranked among the best for entrepreneurs by Princeton Review
Wright State’s Master of Business Administration was ranked the top program in Ohio, 43rd nationally and eighth in the Midwest in the Princeton Review’s top graduate programs for entrepreneurs for 2025. Continue reading
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Nov 14
Wright State launches institute, endowment to fuel cutting-edge cardiovascular and kidney research
The Kidney PathoPhysiology Research Endowment and the Cardio-Renal Institute are inspired by the work of Nancy Bigley, professor emeritus of neuroscience, cell biology and physiology at Wright State. Continue reading
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Nov 13
Wright State Theatre to present the musical ‘The Apple Tree’ in Herbst Theatre
Wright State University Theatre will present the witty and tuneful musical “The Apple Tree” in the intimate Herbst Studio Theatre Nov. 15–24. Continue reading
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Faculty & Staff
2023–24 Robert J. Kegerreis Distinguished Professor of Teaching
Junjie Zhang, associate professor of computer sciencePart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24
Junjie Zhang, associate professor of computer science and director of the cybersecurity program, enjoys impressive accolades from his students, not only in their praise of his teaching but also through their success after graduation. Continue reading
2023–24 Presidential Award for Faculty Excellence: Early Career Achievement Award
Fathi Amsaad, assistant professor of computer sciencePart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24
Fathi Amsaad has excelled in everything asked of him and has quickly proven himself to be an invaluable asset to the College of Engineering and Computer Science and Wright State. Continue reading
2023–24 Presidential Award for Outstanding NTE Faculty: Service
Kayleigh Duncan, instructor of computer sciencePart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24
Kayleigh Duncan, instructor of computer science, is passionate about student success and education and provides an excellent example of what student-focused service should be. Continue reading
2023–24 Presidential Award for Outstanding NTE Faculty: Teaching
Lynn Franck, clinical instructor of nursingPart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24
Lynn Franck, director of the nursing program at the Lake Campus, finds joy when her students understand a concept and experience a light bulb moment. Continue reading
2023–24 Presidential Award for Faculty Mentoring
Jeffrey Peters, associate chair of biological sciencesPart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24
Jeffrey Peters, professor and associate chair of biological sciences, exemplifies excellence in mentorship for faculty, staff and students in the Department of Biological Sciences, creating a work environment in which everyone can thrive. Continue reading
Wright State to host panel discussion on addressing ‘Mental Health Matters’ on Sept. 17
Wright State, the Dayton Daily News and the Greater Dayton Area Hospital Association will host an event about mental health and strategies to improve access to treatment, crisis response and recovery support. 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 videographer Kris Sproles wins Regional Emmy and Ohio journalism award
Kris Sproles, video content producer at Wright State, won a Regional Emmy Award and a state journalism award for stories he produced for the Wright State Newsroom. Continue reading
