Civics, Culture, and Workforce Development

A renewed focus on citizenship

New Center for Civics, Culture and Workforce Development connects learning with civic life and career readiness

Wright State’s Center for Civics, Culture and Workforce Development is preparing students for civic life and career success. Continue reading

Fresh spaces, bold ideas: What’s new at Wright State

Wright State is enhancing the campus experience with reimagined gathering spaces, expanded student opportunities and new initiatives that support student success and military-connected learners. Continue reading

Wright State’s Raider Immersion Program connects students to paid defense and industry learning opportunities

The new initiative combines project work, faculty mentorship and industry partnerships to strengthen Ohio’s future workforce
Twelve individuals sit around a table in a workplace. Most are in green polos. The digital display in the background reads "Raider Immersion Program, Wright State University x Booz Allen Hamilton."

The workforce development initiative allows students to earn pay while collaborating with industry partners on projects that build professional experience and in-demand skills. Continue reading

Wright State aviation students celebrate milestone at Dayton Air Show

28 students were awarded a flight jacket and wings after completing their first FAA pilot certification

Wright State University honored 28 aviation students who have earned their first FAA pilot certification. Continue reading

Wright State aviation students to celebrate milestone at Dayton Air Show

Twenty-eight students will be awarded a flight jacket and wings after completing their first FAA pilot certification

Wright State will honor 28 aviation students at the Dayton Air Show for earning their first Federal Aviation Administration pilot certification. Continue reading

Wright State University celebrates Constitution Day

Wright State University marked Constitution Day with a lively and historic celebration. Continue reading

Up, up and away

Wright State's aviation program takes wing with a nod to our namesakes

The potential of students in Wright State University’s aviation science and technology program is limitless. Continue reading

Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel visits Wright State, highlighting workforce development and student opportunities

Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel met with President Sue Edwards and regional partners to learn how Wright State is preparing students for in-demand careers and supporting local economic growth.
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Ready to soar

Wright State’s new aviation program will take flight this fall

Students can now prepare for careers as flight instructors or airline pilots through a new aviation degree at Wright State University. Continue reading

Wright State University launches aviation degree

Wright State's new aviation program addresses critical pilot shortage

Students can prepare for careers as flight instructors or airline pilots and technical positions in the aviation industry through new aviation degree programs at Wright State University. Continue reading