Wright State in the News

WSU lands funds for laser project

((Excerpt)) Wright State University will get more than $230,000 to buy equipment as part of a public-private partnership to boost educational opportunities and advance the commercialization of laser technology. Read more at WDTN.com

Flat tax becoming a
 big issue in GOP race

((Excerpt)) The idea of a flat tax — a perennial favorite of some conservatives — is once again getting attention, with three Republican presidential contenders offering hybrid versions of a simplified tax system. … “In general a flat tax, if … Continue reading

Clinical trials play key role in breast cancer treatment

((Excerpt)) Breast cancer clinical trials have resulted in breakthrough treatments to reduce the incidence of the disease or slow its progression, but few cancer patients participate in trials, often because of fears and misconceptions, medical experts said. … “Where we … Continue reading

Wright State lands dollars for laser project

((Excerpt)) Wright State University will get more than $230,000 to buy equipment as part of a public-private partnership to boost educational opportunities and advance the commercialization of laser technology. Read more at Dayton Business Journal

State grant helps land more than 200 drone jobs

((Excerpt)) The state on Monday helped clear the way for a major defense contractor to bring 215 new high-paying jobs to the area that focus on a growing area of expertise here. The State Controlling Board on Monday granted Science … Continue reading

Footlights: WSU ready to roll out ‘Hairspray’

((Excerpt)) Wright State University Theatre is like a corner of Broadway these days. One big musical, “Hairspray,” is ready to go up, starting Thursday. Rehearsals have also begun for another big production, “Rent,” which opens in January. The first order … Continue reading

In German matchup of former WSU standouts, Wood tops Duggins

((Excerpt)) Former Wright State teammates DaShaun Wood and Vaughn Duggins met on the court in Germany for the first time on Sunday. Wood’s team won the game, but Duggins had the better statistical night. Wood’s ALBA Berlin beat Duggins’ Walter … Continue reading

WSU Fine and Performing Arts honored

((Excerpt)) FAIRBORN, Ohio (WDTN) – Honors Thursday for Wright State University’s Fine and Performing Arts Department. It was awarded the Center of Excellence Award by Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Jim Petro and Wright State President David Hopkins. A video … Continue reading

Ten Top Women named for 2011

((Excerpt)) DAYTON – Ten Miami Valley women have been named 2011 recipients of the Ten Top Women awards. The honor, initiated in 1962, recognizes leaders in the community who contribute time and talent for the greater good. A luncheon in … Continue reading

First Responders Participate In Calamityville Training

((Excerpt)) FAIRBORN, Ohio — Being prepared in the case of a disaster is the mission of Calamityville, and on Wednesday first responders were put to the test. The National Center for Medical Readiness at Wright State University, better known as … Continue reading