Wright State Headlines
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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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May 19
Ben Schaefer honored for 2024 Wright State University Officer of the Year
The Wright State Department of Public Safety honored several police officers, dispatchers, a community member and staff member for their hard work, dedication and support over the past year. Continue reading
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May 16
Hey, Alexa, tell me about your co-creator’s Wright State alumni award
Joe Jessup, a senior software development manager at Amazon Web Services, received the 2025 Raj Soin College of Business Outstanding Alumnus Award. Continue reading
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May 15
Images of war inspire powerful conversations in Wright State dialogue series
Wright State’s Veteran and Military Center brought together student veterans, service members and military families for a discussion series that used images of war to explore personal military experiences. Continue reading
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May 14
Former Wright State Trustee Dawn Conway named interim dean of Raj Soin College of Business
Dawn Conway, who served on the Wright State University Board of Trustees from 2021 to April 2025, is the president and CEO of Boost Engagement. Continue reading
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Faculty & Staff
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Alumnus, staffer Kip Wright puts heart and soul into Wright State’s Lake Campus
Kip Wright earned two degrees at Lake Campus, founded its Police Academy, is the campus’ conduct officer and has served as president of the Lake Campus Alumni Network. Continue reading
Susan Edwards named next president of Wright State University
Susan Edwards, who joined Wright State in 2018 as provost, will become the university’s eighth president on Jan. 1. Continue reading
Cheryl B. Schrader to retire as president of Wright State University
President Schrader will begin preparing for a return to teaching and research and plans to spend more quality time with her family. Continue reading
Béla John Bognár, professor emeritus of social work, passes away at 88
Béla John Bognár founded a scholarship fund that has provided support for 255 Hungarian students. Continue reading
Wright State researcher Clintoria Williams makes cover of prestigious physiology magazine
The Physiologist Magazine named Clintoria Williams, an assistant professor at Wright State, as among the “now” generation of scientific trailblazers. Continue reading
Gary LeRoy sworn in as president of American Academy of Family Physicians
Gary LeRoy, associate dean for student affairs and admissions at the Boonshoft School of Medicine, will lead the American Academy of Family Physicians during the organization’s 50th year. Continue reading
Show off your Wright State pride during Homecoming Week
The celebration begins with the Homecoming Kickoff Party on Sept. 30 and concludes with the inaugural Festival of Flight on Oct. 5. Continue reading
Nick Warrington to oversee ArtsGala as COLA’s director of events and community engagement
Nick Warrington, a 2012 Wright State graduate, hopes to attract more first-time attendees and enhance the experience of all attendees at ArtsGala. Continue reading
Wright State alumni lead Oktoberfest at Dayton Art Institute
Wright State grads Patty and Michael Griest, who is also director of student enrollment services are co-chairs of the Dayton Art Institute’s annual Oktoberfest. Continue reading
Chris Taylor publishes chapter in book about masculinity
Chris Taylor, director of community standards and student conduct, examined ways to work with male students on masculinity issues in a new book chapter. Continue reading
