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Wright State alum Lindsay Aitchison fulfills childhood space-agency dream

Wright State engineering alum Lindsay Aitchison received the 2025 College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies Outstanding Alumni Award. Continue reading

Wright State business professor, alumnus honored by regional technology organizations

Technology First honored Amir Zadeh, professor of management information systems, as the 2024 Tech Educator of the Year and recognized grad Brandon Hubley with the Award of Excellence in the Student Project category. Continue reading

Wright State University Foundation awards 11 Students First Fund projects

Student-focused initiatives — ranging from wellness and professional development to inclusive leadership and campus spirit — received 2025 Students First Fund grants from the Wright State University Foundation. Continue reading

Gov. DeWine reappoints Board Treasurer Beth Ferris and names student Ella Vaught to Wright State Board of Trustees

Beth Ferris received a six-year term on the Wright State University Board of Trustees and Ella Vaught, a sophomore marketing major, received a two-year term. Continue reading

Joe Gruenberg’s 40-Year support for Wright State celebrated with Honorary Alumnus Award

Forty years after helping build the first on-campus housing at Wright State, Joe Gruenberg continues to support the university. Continue reading

Wright State’s elementary education program earns A+ rating for math teacher training

Wright State’s elementary education P–5 program was honored with the top grade for elementary math teacher preparation from the National Council on Teacher Quality. Continue reading

Wright State’s Calamityville hosts its largest joint medical training operation

Wright State’s Calamityville served as a key host site for Relentless Valor, where nearly 400 military personnel conducted joint medical and combat readiness training alongside international observers. Continue reading

Wright State University launches Strategic Plan 2030 to advance student success, enhance role as regional economic driver 

Wright State launched a new five-year Strategic Plan that advances student success, strengthens collaborative partnerships and enhances its role as a driver of economic vitality in the region. Continue reading

Pete and Pam Julian create scholarships to help current and future generations of Wright State students

Pete and Pam Julian included Wright State in their estate plan, creating endowed scholarships in athletics, business, nursing and fine and performing arts. Continue reading

Wright State University launches new undergraduate scholarship for active-duty military

Active-duty military members, activated Guard members and reservists can pursue a bachelor’s degree at Wright State with support from the university’s new Active Duty Military Undergraduate Scholarship. Continue reading