Wright State in the News

New statewide diversity conference to be held at Wright State

Excerpt Wright State University is bringing two national experts to Dayton to talk about issues of diversity in a modern context at the new Diversity in Multicultural Millennium Conference. Registration is now open for the statewide conference, “Affirmative Action: 52 … Continue reading

Audio—Interview with professor William Irvine on culture of insults

Wright State University philosophy professor William Irvine talks about his new book, A Slap in the Face: Why Insults Hurt—And Why They Shouldn’t, on “WYSO Weekend” on WYSO Public Radio. Listen to the interview on WYSO.org (the interview starts around 15:00).

Ohio chancellor visits Wright State

John Carey, chancellor of the Ohio Board of Regents, visited Wright State on July 29 during his statewide budget tour. Here’s an overview of media coverage of his visit. WDTN: Ohio Board of Regents visits Wright State Wright State University welcomed the … Continue reading

Video—White coat ceremony for Wright State medical students

Excerpt The Miami Valley’s future physicians are getting ready for  medical school. More than 100 Wright State University students started the next step in their medical career. A white coat ceremony was held Sunday afternoon at the Schuster Center, signifying … Continue reading

Video—International coalition learns from us

Excerpt The Dayton Police Department is showcasing its crime fighting techniques to some international visitors. Delegations from South America, Central America, Mexico and Haiti visited Dayton and Wright State University Friday. They are studying U.S. law enforcement practices in hopes … Continue reading

Local artist Jud Yalkut dies

Excerpt A well known artist and pioneer of Wright State University’s film and video department has passed away. Jud Yalkut was born in New York City in 1938, but has been a Dayton resident since 1973. He was an assistant professor … Continue reading

Wright State to offer nurse’s aide training

Excerpt The Nursing Institute at Wright State University is offering new training for anyone wanting to become a nurse’s aide. The Nursing Institute of West Central Ohio will launch the Nurse Aide Training Program during the fall 2013 semester.  School … Continue reading

Video—Learning business at Wright State

Wright State University’s Raj Soin College of Business hosted two dozen high schoolers in July to learn how to succeed in business. The four-day residential business institute for rising high school juniors and seniors gave participants an opportunity to explore … Continue reading

Video—Wright State professor makes breast cancer discovery

A Wright State University professor captures national attention with a breast cancer discovery. Dr. Julian Gomez-Cambronero discovered a key protein in the development of the disease. He joined us on FOX 45 In The Morning to explain what it means … Continue reading

Buzzworthy ‘Fruitvale Station’ has local flavor

Excerpt When Centerville High School and Wright State University film and production design graduate Hannah Beachler signed on for director/screenwriter Ryan Coogler’s debut independent film Fruitvale Station, little did she know her contributions would ultimately be a part of one … Continue reading