Faculty & Staff

2024 Spirit of Innovation

Nichole Chmidling, assistant director of budget planning and resource analysis
Posted on September 23, 2024 by Dennis Bova

Part of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2024

While Nichole Chmidling is a quiet person, she is a powerhouse who works behind the scenes to help make Wright State run. Continue reading →

2023–24 Trustees’ Award for Faculty Excellence

Henry Chen, professor of electrical engineering
Posted on September 23, 2024 by Micah Karr

Part of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24

Henry Chen, professor of electrical engineering, demonstrates a sustained and balanced contribution to the teaching, research and professional service mission of Wright State. Continue reading →

2023–24 Brage Golding Distinguished Professor of Research

Anand Jeyaraj, professor of information systems
Posted on September 23, 2024 by Micah Karr

Part of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24

Anand Jeyaraj, professor of information systems, has helped boost Wright State’s reputation through his research in the area of information systems. Continue reading →

2023-24 Frederick A. White Distinguished Professor of Professional Service

Mindy McNutt, associate professor of leadership studies in education and organizations
Posted on September 23, 2024 by Dennis Bova

Part of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24

An effective servant leader, Mindy McNutt, associate professor of leadership studies in education and organizations, has actively engaged in numerous service activities at Wright State and in the community. Continue reading →

2023–24 Robert J. Kegerreis Distinguished Professor of Teaching

Junjie Zhang, associate professor of computer science
Posted on September 23, 2024 by Dennis Bova

Part 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 science
Posted on September 23, 2024 by Micah Karr

Part 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 science
Posted on September 23, 2024 by Dennis Bova

Part 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 nursing
Posted on September 23, 2024 by Micah Karr

Part 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 sciences
Posted on September 23, 2024 by Dennis Bova

Part 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

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Bob Mihalek

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 →