Wright State Headlines
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Oct 2
Lake Campus students saddle up for success at eighth annual Laker Lawn Party
More than 45 local companies, community groups, Lake Campus departments and student organizations kicked off the Fall Semester at the Weeks of Welcome event. Continue reading
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Oct 1
Ohio Medical Education Day brings aspiring physicians from across the state to Wright State University
Ohio Medical Education Day serves as an entry point into Ohio’s medical education pipeline, connecting undergraduate students with medical schools and helping them prepare for medical school and a career in medicine. Continue reading
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Oct 1
Connecting students with career opportunities
The newly named Berry Family Career Hub connects students and alumni with career development resources, employers, experiences and guidance to take the next steps toward meaningful careers. Continue reading
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Sep 30
Preparing students for the workforce from day one
Whether it be meeting with career consultants, completing an internship or networking with industry leaders, Wright State students have opportunities to prepare for the workforce at every step of their academic journey. Continue reading
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Sep 29
10th annual Wright Day to Give scheduled for Sept. 30 and Oct. 1
Wright Day to Give donors can “Give Back to the Pack” by supporting the area of Wright State that matters most to them, from academics and athletics to scholarships and student success initiatives. Continue reading
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Faculty & Staff
Wakiuru Wamwara to receive Wright State’s International Education Award
Wakiuru Wamwara, associate professor of marketing, will receive the International Education Award during Wright State’s International Education Week. Continue reading
Wright State University Foundation accepting applications for Students First Fund
Grants program supports student success initiatives
The Students First Fund is a grants program designed to support innovative ideas that assist students to succeed, thrive, persist, graduate and begin their careers. Continue reading
Gary LeRoy ’88 to receive community advocacy award
Gary LeRoy, associate dean of student affairs and admissions at the Boonshoft School of Medicine, will receive the Patricia Rousseau Community Advocacy Award. Continue reading
Thomas Traynor named dean of Raj Soin College of Business
Thomas Traynor had served as interim dean of the College of Business since 2017 after serving as associate dean for graduate studies and executive education. Continue reading
Jane Wildermuth honored by Academic Library Association of Ohio
Jane Wildermuth Wildermuth received a TEDDY Award for distinguished service from the Technical Electronic and Digital Services Interest Group. Continue reading
Active duty
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
