Leadership Studies in Education & Organizations

Wright State’s online Master of Science in Leadership Development program develops leaders across all industries

The Master of Science in Leadership Development helps practitioners develop critical leadership competencies for today’s workforce. 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

Wright State grad Jessica Edwards goes the distance for Edison State

Jessica Edwards, who is director of distance learning at Edison State, was named the college’s spring 2020 employee of the semester. Continue reading

Air force

Wright State student Rachael Nida named cadet commander for 2020 encampment of Massachusetts Civil Air Patrol

As cadet commander, Rachael Nida, an organizational leadership major at Wright State, will be responsible for all cadet side operations during the encampment in August. Continue reading

A place to call home

April Alford ’15 launches Dayton nonprofit to help people transitioning from homelessness

April Alford founded Welcome Home Dayton, a nonprofit that furnishes and decorates homes for people transitioning from homelessness.
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Inside story

Wright State alumna Diane He gets up-close look at China as part of prestigious fellowship

Diane He, who graduated from Wright State with a bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership, visited China after receiving a Zhi-Xing scholarship and fellowship. Continue reading

Forging her own path

Jennifer Troutman pursued a master’s in student affairs in higher education at Wright State after a life-altering experience. Continue reading

Worldly wisdom

Grad student Holly-Kristina Averette comes home to Wright State after national, international hopscotching

Holly-Kristina Averette is pursuing her master’s degree in student affairs, works as an administrative assistant in the Office of the President and serves as a President’s Ambassador Continue reading

Battle tested

Wright State grad student Loghan Young turns military experience into college success

Loghan Young, a Master of Public Administration student, helps fellow veterans succeed as a graduate assistant in the Veteran and Military Center. Continue reading