Health, Education, & Human Services

College of Nursing and Health ranked among best schools in the nation by Nursing Schools Almanac

The College of Nursing and Health was ranked 17th in Ohio and 83rd in the Great Lakes region. Continue reading

Top research stories in 2020

From a new MRI scanner to access to a unique 3D laser printer to imaging and treating ovarian cancer, Wright State faculty and students pursued important research endeavors in 2020. Continue reading

Two alumni appointed national trustees for Wright State

Ricky Peters ’84 received a bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, and Brittney C. Whiteside ’07, ’12 received a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling. Continue reading

College of Nursing and Health ranked No. 3 in Ohio among accredited nursing schools

Wright State’s nursing program was recognized for its well-rounded nursing education in which classroom lessons are reinforced by labs and other experiential learning opportunities. Continue reading

Giving back

Childhood brush with cancer pushes Maria Donovan toward her nursing degree at Wright State

After she receives her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Wright State, Maria Donovan plans to work as a pediatric hematology and oncology nurse. Continue reading

In virtual commencement ceremony, President Edwards praises graduates for their resiliency

“To earn a college degree is a monumental achievement in its own right, but to complete it during a global pandemic is nothing short of heroic,” Edwards told graduates. “You are inspirational.” Continue reading

More than 1,300 students to graduate at Wright State’s virtual fall commencement

Wright State will broadcast the virtual fall commencement ceremony on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube beginning at 10 am on Saturday, Dec. 12. Continue reading

A positive force of energy

Wright State grad student Kelly Lynn Gibson releases book on wellness and women’s empowerment

Kelly Lynn Gibson is a leadership development grad student at Wright State, a mother of four, health coach and fitness professional, head of a company promoting well-being and an author. Continue reading

Body work

Nursing students use augmented reality in patient assessment thanks to a computer science partnership

Wright State nursing students use augmented reality to better assess patients with virtual hearts, lungs and other internal body parts coming to life to enhance the learning experience. Continue reading

Wright State hosts program to educate and prepare high school students with disabilities to become independent adults

Through Project LIFE, student interns receive education and preparation for adult life five days a week in a classroom in Allyn Hall. Continue reading