Academics

Finding the Wright Path

Monica Sewell spent years believing a restaurant manager’s job was her career ceiling. Then she discovered the Wright Path Program and earned her degree.

After returning to college at 46, Monica Sewell found a clear roadmap to her degrees through Wright State’s Wright Path Program — and now she’s helping other transfer students find their way. Continue reading →

International scholars

Three Wright State students receive the prestigious Gilman Scholarship for study abroad experiences
Three students, all wearing Wright State study abroad t-shirts, pose over a bannister. Different countries' flags are in the background.

From exploring Japan’s culture to teaching second graders in Chile and composing music in New Zealand, Wright State students turn study abroad into opportunities to learn, grow and pursue their passions. Continue reading →

A fresh start leads to finding his people

Landon Perry transferred to Wright State to save on tuition and found a home in the Center for Health Professions

After transferring to Wright State, biological sciences major Landon Perry found his community, excelled academically and became a peer mentor helping other students succeed. Continue reading →

Wright State alumna and faculty member Amy Faust receives Emerging Cinematographer Award

Award from the International Cinematographers Guild honors the next generation of visionary filmmakers

Amy Faust’s accomplishment shows her students, especially those from underserved populations, that a career in the film industry is possible. Continue reading →

Weeks of Welcome helps Wright State students find place on campus

Wright State helped new and transfer students transition to college life at the start of Fall Semester with Weeks of Welcome. Continue reading →

Lake Campus expands recreation and engagement opportunities on campus

Creating stronger connections between the Lake campus and the surrounding community is at the heart of the improvements
A woman stands on a paddleboard that is laying on the grass. She is wearing a life vest and holding a paddle. Behind her is a kayak rental booth.

Lake Campus is creating spaces dedicated to students while encouraging community engagement through a self-service kayak station, pickleball courts and a renovated on-campus space for students to connect. Continue reading →

Dream, innovate and soar

Wright State celebrates research and AI technology with Wright Brothers Day

Wright Brothers Day at Wright State University showcased how modern innovators are building on the legacy of Wilbur and Orville Wright. Continue reading →

Make the argument that changes you

Wright State’s Model United Nations team has earned top awards at the National Model U.N. conference in New York for 46 years straight. But if you ask the students what they’ve won, they might tell you about the moment their voice stopped shaking.

Wright State’s Model United Nations team has earned awards for 46 consecutive years while helping students build confidence, communication skills and lasting friendships. Continue reading →

Wright State trustees approve new academic programs, highlight student success and new research partnerships

Retention gains, research opportunities and Air Force partnership highlight Wright State trustees’ September meeting

Wright State trustees approved three new academic programs and received updates on student success, research opportunities and expanded partnerships with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Continue reading →

Wright State’s Future Teachers Day inspires next generation of educators

The fifth annual event connected nearly 200 high school juniors and seniors with pathways to becoming teachers
Six students stand alongside Wright State's wolf mascot, holding a sign that says "Future Teachers Day."

The annual event brings high school students to campus to explore Wright State’s teacher education programs and connect with current students, staff and faculty. Continue reading →