Health, Education, & Human Services

Wright State professor Karen Wonders honored for pioneering work in exercise oncology

WDTN-TV named Karen Wonders, a professor in Wright State’s School of Health and Exercise Science and founder of Maple Tree Cancer Alliance, as the 2025 Remarkable Woman of Dayton. 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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Wright State alum Emily Morgan’s book reaches new heights

A teacher and author, Wright State alum Emily Morgan is driven to connect students with the wonders of science and nature. Continue reading

Wright State celebrates educators, innovative practices at Learn Local Conference

The annual Learn Local Conference drew 217 educators and preservice teachers from 42 school districts to Wright State for a valuable professional development experience. Continue reading

Wright State Police Chief Kurt Holden enhances campus safety through elite leadership program

Kurt Holden, director of public safety and chief of police at Wright State, is leveraging insights gained from a law enforcement leadership program at Northwestern University to bolster campus safety initiatives. Continue reading

A celebration of student research at Wright State

Wright State University students are tackling real-world challenges with innovative research showcased at the Celebration of Undergraduate and Graduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Activities. Continue reading

12 local students win full-tuition scholarships to Wright State at Big Hoopla STEM Challenge

Wright State University, a proud sponsor of the Big Hoopla’s STEM Challenge, awarded full in-state tuition scholarships to 12 students at the STEM Challenge event. Continue reading

Wright State’s Health Professions Day offers a healthy dose of career opportunities

Wright State’s annual Health Professions Day on Feb. 17 offers high school and college students the chance to learn about academic and career paths in health care. Continue reading

Wright State students travel to Tanzania as part of global health exchange

After participating in an online global health exchange, Wright State students traveled to Tanzania over winter break to participate in hands-on clinical experiences. Continue reading

Wright State psychologist Jeremiah Schumm to train clinicians in couple therapy for substance use disorder

Jeremiah Schumm, director of clinical training in the School of Professional Psychology, will train dozens of local clinicians in an innovative behavioral couple therapy to help people with substance use disorders. Continue reading