Wright State Headlines
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Oct 28
Wright State students, first responders team up for Halloween event
Wright State’s Department of Public Safety partnered with Mini University for the annual Trunk or Treat event, bringing together students, first responders and hundreds of preschoolers for a fun and safe Halloween celebration. Continue reading
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Oct 24
Explore Wright State Day welcomes hundreds of future Raiders
Hundreds of future students and their families visited Wright State University’s Dayton Campus for Explore Wright State Day. Continue reading
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Oct 23
Four Wright State nursing programs receive accreditations, including new doctorate degree
Wright State University’s School of Nursing has reinforced its reputation as a premier nursing education destination by securing renewed — and in one case, new — accreditations across its comprehensive program offerings. Continue reading
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Oct 22
Wall Street Journal ranks Wright State top public university in Ohio for student experience
Wright State University was ranked the top public university in Ohio for student experience in the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2026 America’s Best Colleges rankings. Continue reading
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Oct 20
Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business to launch Sandler Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Wright State University’s Raj Soin College of Business will launch the Sandler Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, made possible by a gift from the Sandler family to support student entrepreneurs and strengthen the region’s innovation ecosystem. Continue reading
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Leadership Studies in Education & Organizations
Wright State’s Kurt Holden recognized as rising leader by International Association of Chiefs of Police
Kurt Holden, chief of police and director of public safety at Wright State University, was named to the International Association of Chiefs of Police’s prestigious 2025 40 Under 40 list. Continue reading
Wright State’s elementary education program earns A+ rating for math teacher training
Wright State’s elementary education P–5 program was honored with the top grade for elementary math teacher preparation from the National Council on Teacher Quality. 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
Nearly 1,100 students to graduate at Wright State’s fall commencement ceremonies
Wright State will hold its fall graduate commencement ceremony on Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. and its undergraduate commencement ceremony on Dec. 14 at 10 a.m. in the Nutter Center. Continue reading
Wright State University honors staff and faculty for excellence
Wright State University honored recipients of the Faculty and Staff President’s Awards for Excellence on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Continue reading
2023-24 Frederick A. White Distinguished Professor of Professional Service
Mindy McNutt, associate professor of leadership studies in education and organizationsPart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24
An effective servant leader, Mindy McNutt, associate professor of leadership studies in education and organizations, has actively engaged in numerous service activities at Wright State and in the community. Continue reading
From the stage to the operating room
Nursing student Justin Zielske using community theater experiences to develop new skills
Wright State senior Justin Zielske participates in community theater and studies organizational leadership to help him improve his nursing skills. Continue reading
Wright State faculty member Dan Noel uses unique background to inspire new leaders
Dan Noel, program director of organizational leadership at Wright State, helps students learn how to be effective, productive, caring leaders in their organizations. Continue reading
Wright State staff member Nick Christian receives first Distinguished Dissertation Award
Nick Christian, director of assessment and accreditation at Wright State, received the Distinguished Dissertation Award after graduating with his Ed.D. in the spring. Continue reading
Lake Campus alum’s success a family affair
Part of the series: 2024 Alumni Achievement Awards
As the recipient of the Lake Campus 2024 Outstanding Alumnus Award, Luke VanTilburg gave the commencement address at its spring commencement ceremony on April 25. Continue reading
