Wright State Headlines
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Jan 14
Wright State receives $3 million grant to strengthen civic literacy and engagement across Southwest Ohio
Wright State’s Center for Civics, Culture and Workforce Development has received a $3 million U.S. Department of Education grant to strengthen civic literacy and engagement among K–12 educators and students across 16 counties in Southwest Ohio. Continue reading
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Jan 13
Fitness Center renovation brings new equipment and excitement to Wright State’s Campus Recreation
Wright State University students, faculty and staff welcome major renovation of Campus Recreation Fitness Center. Continue reading
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Jan 13
Wright State University settles civil lawsuit against WSARC, now doing business as Parallax Advanced Research Corporation
The Wright State University Office of General Counsel releases statement following the legal settlement. Continue reading
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Jan 12
Wright State senior paints a new path through fine arts internship
A new partnership between Wright State and the Miami Valley School is giving painting major Cienna Wallace real-world classroom experience and opening doors for future fine arts students interested in teaching. Continue reading
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Dec 18 2025
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
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Faculty & Staff
Wright State faculty, staff and alumni named to annual Forty Under 40 list
Winners with Wright State connections include a marketing faculty member, a staff member who runs her own community organization and 10 alumni. Continue reading
Counseling and Wellness Services issues letter in support of those seeking racial justice
Counseling and Wellness Services will form an advisory committee of students to help the staff better understand and be more responsive to the needs of the entire student body. Continue reading
David Dhanraj named chair of Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
David Dhanraj returns to Boonshoft School of Medicine after served as director of operations for the Faculty Medical Centers at TriHealth in Cincinnati. Continue reading
Boonshoft School of Medicine Dean Margaret Dunn retires
Brenda Roman, associate dean of medical education and professor of psychiatry, will serve as interim dean of the School of Medicine. Continue reading
Jane Wildermuth named head of Special Collections and Archives
Since 2006, Jane Wildermuth has served as head of the Digital Initiatives and Repository Services Department. Continue reading
Dawne Dewey looks back on her career in Wright State’s Special Collections and Archives
A lot has changed during Dawne Dewey’s three decades with Wright State University’s Special Collections and Archives. Continue reading
Wright State announces plans to reopen for fall semester
Wright State announced plans to return to teaching on its Dayton and Lake Campuses for the fall 2020 semester on Aug. 24 with a dynamic and flexible mixture of in-person and remote courses. Continue reading
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
