Wright State Headlines
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May 14
Former Wright State Trustee Dawn Conway named interim dean of Raj Soin College of Business
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
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May 12
Marty Sexton appointed dean of Wright State’s College of Health, Education and Human Services
Marty Sexton previously served as acting dean and associate dean of Wright State’s College of Health, Education and Human Services. Continue reading
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May 12
Eye in the sky
Wright State’s Police Department adds new innovative drone technology to enhance campus safety. Continue reading
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May 9
Wright State media highlights, May 3–9
Wright State made headlines this week with media coverage highlighting commencement celebrations, student success, alumni achievements and faculty expertise. Continue reading
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May 8
Wright State alum shapes the future of AI in national defense
Kevin Schmidt, now developing cutting-edge AI technologies for the Air Force Research Laboratory, credits his success to the experiences he received during his behavioral neuroscience studies at Wright State. Continue reading
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Social Work & Human Services
National docu-series on Dayton’s heroin use premieres at Wright State
“America Divided,” an eight-part docu-series highlighting different issues of inequality in the United States, was screened at Wright State. Continue reading
Wright State faculty honored for excellence in classroom, research and community
Each year Wright State recognizes select faculty members for their outstanding work in the classroom and for excellence in research, community engagement, professional service and early career achievement. Continue reading
Community accessibility course takes on Cuba
Students can travel to Cuba to compare that country’s public accessibility with the United States during a course on Community Accessibility for People with Disabilities in Cuba. Continue reading
Wright State to offer scholarship in memory of shooting victim Parris Hummons
Dayton Early College Academy graduates will be the preferred recipients of the Parris Hummons Memorial Scholarship. Continue reading
Office of Disability Services honors graduates and scholarship recipients
The Office of Disability Services recognized graduating students, student employees and faculty and staff during its annual Scholarship and Graduation Reception. Continue reading
Social butterfly
Wright State alum Teri Dwillis '14 gives wings to young mothers in her role at Catholic Social Services
Wright State alum Teri Dwillis ’14 gives wings to young mothers in her role at Catholic Social Services. Continue reading
Wright State instructors play key role in Montgomery County drug abuse prevention contest
The winner of a Montgomery County Drug-Free Coalition poster and poetry contest will have the option of selecting a scholarship to Wright State. Continue reading
Education’s lifeguard
Program expansion, partnerships are retiring Dean Charlotte Harris' legacy
Charlotte Harris, who will retire as dean of the College of Education and Human Services at the end of the year, reflects on her career in academia. Continue reading
Students express creativity at event recognizing Mental Health Awareness Week
Students and community members expressed themselves on canvas during a Paint Your Personality event in honor of Mental Health Awareness Week. Continue reading
Wright State alum challenges perceptions of poverty
Karin VanZant leads CareSource initiative to tap into underutilized talents of Medicaid recipients
Wright State graduate Karin VanZant leads a CareSource initiative to tap into underutilized talents of Medicaid recipients. Continue reading
