Wright State Headlines
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Jun 10
Wright State University launches new undergraduate scholarship for active-duty military
Active-duty military members, activated Guard members and reservists can pursue a bachelor’s degree at Wright State with support from the university’s new Active Duty Military Undergraduate Scholarship. Continue reading
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Jun 9
Wright State alum Nicole Scherzinger wins first Tony Award for starring role in ‘Sunset Boulevard’
Nicole Scherzinger, who studied musical theatre and acting at Wright State, received the Tony Award for best leading actress in a musical for “Sunset Boulevard.” Continue reading
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Jun 6
Wright State media highlights, June 1–6
Wright State made headlines this week with national and regional media coverage highlighting a historic NCAA upset, expert insight on consumer behavior, a new academic partnership in health care and an internship program preparing students for Ohio’s semiconductor industry. Continue reading
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Jun 6
From classroom to community: Christopher Moyer receives Wright State Volunteer Service Award
Christopher Moyer received the 2025 Tony Alexander Volunteer Service Award in recognition of his involvement in the Wright State Alumni Association. Continue reading
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Jun 5
Wright State launches AI-focused summer camp for high school, incoming college students
High school students and incoming college students can learn about AI through hands-on projects and collaborative learning during an AI Summer Camp offered by Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business. Continue reading
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Faculty & Staff
Suttle fame
Music video by Wright State employees Jamie and Chris Suttle airs on a national country music network
New video for “Chasing Smoke” earns Jamie Suttle and her band national exposure. Continue reading
Kate Conway named Family Medicine Educator of the Year
Kate Conway, assistant professor of family medicine and alumna of the Boonshoft School of Medicine, was honored by the Ohio Academy of Family Physicians. Continue reading
Wright State board solidifies a multiyear plan to right size the university with approval of 2020-21 budget
Existing university operations will continue to undergo review and be re-aligned in a way to successfully meet the needs of a smaller enrollment. Continue reading
Wright State faculty member Adrienne Traxler receives federal grant to investigate remote teaching by physics faculty
Adrienne Traxler, associate professor of physics, will study the sources physics faculty members use to master remote teaching, including people, websites and social media. Continue reading
Wright State announces involuntary position eliminations
The pandemic has accelerated the timeframe around which we must resize the university and ensure that we continue to serve the needs of our region. Continue reading
Campus housing plans additional robust training this year in anti-racism and social justice
Residence Life and Housing professional staff and resident advisors who populate the dorms will participate in extra training in anti-racism and social justice this year. Continue reading
Bill Rickert, longtime faculty member and administrator, dies
A spirited member of the Wright State family for 45 years, Bill Rickert served as professor of communication, associate dean and interim dean of the College of Liberal Arts, and associate provost. Continue reading
Wright State considers reorganizing academic units
This effort reinvigorates our university and will provide stability and a foundation upon which to prosper. Continue reading
Center for Teaching and Learning shifts into high gear on instruction for remote teaching
The Center for Teaching and Learning offers Wright State faculty members high-quality remote, hybrid or online teaching using best practices and preparedness. Continue reading
Ska writer
Wright State English lecturer Bobby Rubin pens the lyrics to a hit song in the United Kingdom
Bobby Rubin, a senior lecturer of English, writes lyrics for musicians and bands, including the ska band The Skapones. Continue reading
