Wright State Headlines
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Aug 29
Fall funhouse
Fall Fest, the annual celebration that highlights Weeks of Welcome at Wright State University, brought thousands of students, staff and faculty together for a carnival-themed day filled with fun, music, food and free giveaways. Continue reading
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Aug 28
WOW factor
Weeks of Welcome helps new and transfer students transition to college life with activities designed to build community and support student success. Continue reading
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Aug 27
Wright State and Sinclair College partner to launch engineering technology degree pathway
Wright State University and Sinclair Community College have launched a new transfer pathway that allows Sinclair students to seamlessly continue into Wright State’s Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology program to meet growing regional workforce demands. Continue reading
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Aug 26
From classroom to hall of fame
Wright State graduate Tom Jenkins’ induction into the National Teachers Hall of Fame reflects nearly 30 years of dedication, perseverance and steadfast belief in the transformative power of public education. Continue reading
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Aug 25
New works and Broadway favorites highlight Wright State’s 2025–26 theatre and dance season
Audiences can expect a season rich with laughter, suspense, heart and history as Wright State University’s 2025–26 theatre and dance lineup showcases both new works and beloved classics. Continue reading
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Magazine
Life at the Lake: Lake Campus swings for a return to the Small College World Series
After missing the Small College World Series for the first time in five years, the Lakers baseball team are determined to make a comeback this spring. Continue reading
Back the pack
Giving athletes what they need to succeed
Wright Day to Give has always been a help to the community, but in recent years, the contributed funding has made an enormous impact on several of Wright State’s athletic programs. Continue reading
Giving back
By passing along experience, Kim Demmings ’15, ’19 helps student-athletes succeed
Former Wright State basketball star Kim Demmings now helps current Raiders as the academic advisor in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Continue reading
Shining light
From branch campus beginnings to small-school radiance and Division I brilliance, Wright State athletics has glowed brightly over the past 50 years
From humble beginnings to Division I success, take a closer look at Wright State athletics through the years. Continue reading
A creative force
From theme parks to cruise ships, acting alumnus Jake Lockwood puts his unique spin on elevating the guest experience
Wright State acting alumnus Jake Lockwood develops unique and interactive entertainment experiences for Disney audiences. Continue reading
Family atmosphere brings Raiders baseball home
The Wright State baseball team has experienced continued success under head coach Alex Sogard, winning the Horizon League and appearing in the NCAA regional tournament the last two seasons. Continue reading
The culture of athletics
At Wright State, the game plan for sports is spelled P.S.A.
At Wright State, athletics is third in a student’s life, according to athletics director Bob Grant’s P.S.A. culture. Learn more about P.S.A. and what it means. Continue reading
Ohio, the future home of advanced semiconductors
How Wright State is preparing the workforce needed to manufacture advanced technology to power smartphones, fighter jets, and cars
Intel will bring thousands of jobs to Ohio and invest over $100 million into colleges and universities to prepare the workforce of the future. Continue reading
Fall 2022 class notes
Meet two outstanding alumni who are featured in the fall 2022 issue of the Wright State University Magazine. Continue reading
Ermal Fraze: the essence of a ‘can’-do entrepreneur
From the Stacks: Learn about Dayton entrepreneur Ermal Fraze, who designed the pull-off tab and push-in and fold-back tab on aluminum cans. Continue reading
