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From barista to CEO

Wright State business student Rahul Balami has always believed that taking small steps forward will lead to big adventures

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Michael Dunekacke

Rahul Balami started his Wright State journey behind the counter at ReyRey Café and, within a year, advanced from barista to CFO and then CEO of the student-run business. Continue reading →

Student-run ReyRey Café celebrates decade of entrepreneurship at Wright State

Posted on January 28, 2026 by Kris Sproles

Wright State University celebrated the 10th anniversary of the student-run ReyRey Café and the official opening of its new location in Dunbar Library. Continue reading →

Wright State, Intel partner to integrate AI across Raj Soin College of Business curriculum

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Dennis Bova

Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business has partnered with Intel Corporation to integrate artificial intelligence education into its curriculum, preparing students with skills for a technology-driven workforce. Continue reading →

From AI to ambition: Wright State is shaping tomorrow’s business leaders

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Wright State Media Team

Blending cutting-edge AI education with immersive leadership training, the Raj Soin College of Business equips Wright State students with the skills, insight and versatility to thrive in the careers of tomorrow. Continue reading →

Wright State business professor, alumnus honored by regional technology organizations

Posted on July 2, 2025 by Dennis Bova

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 →

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

Posted on June 20, 2025 by Kim Patton

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 launches AI-focused summer camp for high school, incoming college students

Posted on June 5, 2025 by Dennis Bova

High school students and incoming college students can learn about AI through hands-on projects and collaborative learning during an AI Summer Camp offered by Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business. Continue reading →

Hey, Alexa, tell me about your co-creator’s Wright State alumni award

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Dennis Bova

Joe Jessup, a senior software development manager at Amazon Web Services, received the 2025 Raj Soin College of Business Outstanding Alumnus Award. Continue reading →

Former Wright State Trustee Dawn Conway named interim dean of Raj Soin College of Business

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Bob Mihalek

Dawn Conway, who served on the Wright State University Board of Trustees from 2021 to April 2025, is the president and CEO of Boost Engagement. Continue reading →

Five Wright State students face Wolves for startup funds in annual entrepreneurial competition

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Dennis Bova

Wright State University students will present their innovative business ideas to a panel of industry experts, known as the “Wolves,” at Wright Venture on April 3. Continue reading →