Wright State Headlines
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May 23
Wright State media highlights, May 19–23
This week’s media highlights showcase Wright State’s impact through national recognition, faculty commentary on global events and scientific phenomena and an inspiring story from an incoming student. Continue reading
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May 23
Wright State medical students team with Premier Health, strengthen community well-being
Approximately 200 people received information and essential health services at a community health fair, organized by Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine students and Premier Health. Continue reading
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May 22
From Wright State to Secret Service: Christina Hale honored as Graduate of the Last Decade
Secret Service agent and Wright State alum Christina Hale plays a critical role in safeguarding national leaders and major events through her expertise in threat assessment and intelligence analysis. Continue reading
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May 21
Wright State to follow NATO session with Dayton Peace Accords celebration
Wright State will host a panel discussion on “The Dayton Peace Accords: Reflections after 30 Years” and a concert by the Sarajevo Philharmonic Orchestra on May 27. Continue reading
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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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Staff
Wright State librarian Sue Polanka wins Ohio academic library award for distinguished service
Sue Polanka honored for promoting academic libraries and librarianship around Ohio and for providing leadership with the Academic Library Association of Ohio. Continue reading
Wright State names Walter J. Branson vice president for finance and operations, chief business officer
Walter Branson will oversee Wright State’s budgeting, planning, internal audit, human resources, business operations and environmental management functions, as well as the campus grounds, maintenance, physical plant operations and university police. Continue reading
Wright State communications staff, photographers honored in Ohio journalism contest
Second consecutive year SPJ recognizes Wright State staff
Staff members from the Office of Communications and Office of Marketing received four awards for their coverage of Wright State in the 2017 Ohio’s Best Journalism Contest. Continue reading
Wright State’s LGBTQA affairs director joins Dayton Human Relations Council
Serving on the Dayton Human Relations Council will help Petey Peterson extend their work with the LGBTQA community of Dayton. Continue reading
Chief Diversity Officer Matt Boaz honored by Greene County Prosecutor’s Office
Matt Boaz will receive the Greene County Prosecutor’s Office 2017 Community Service Award during an April 3 training session on combating human trafficking. Continue reading
Latino landmark
Julia Acosta is the new director of Wright State’s Office of Latino Affairs
The Office of Latino Affairs helps all departments in the recruitment and retention of students and helps connect them with faculty and staff. Continue reading
Katherine Myers recognized for her contributions in the Office of Disability Services
Katherine Myers, an assistive technology specialist in the Office of Disability Services, recently received several awards for her work at Wright State. Continue reading
Matthew Boaz named chief diversity officer at Wright State
Matthew Boaz joined Wright State University as the director of equity and inclusion in 2013. Continue reading
Book value
Wright State librarian Maureen Barry creates library and book club for On Purpose Girls
The On Purpose Girls book club builds a sense of self-worth and confidence in its members, who include grade school students. Continue reading
Kelli Tittle named Wright State’s director of compliance
A 2006 Wright State graduate, Kelli Tittle is currently the university’s HIPAA and privacy compliance officer in the Office of the Vice President for Research. Continue reading
