Wright State Headlines
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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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May 7
Wright State surgery professor Priti Parikh selected for prestigious academic medicine leadership fellowship
Priti Parikh, professor of surgery at the Boonshoft School of Medicine, was named an Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM) Fellow at Drexel University College of Medicine for 2025–26. Continue reading
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May 6
Wright State’s 2025 spring commencement ceremonies in photos
View a collection of images showcasing the joy and excitement of Wright State’s spring graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies. Continue reading
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May 5
Wright State’s Boonshoft School of Medicine recognized for primary care excellence in 2025 U.S. News rankings
Wright State’s Boonshoft School of Medicine is ranked #1 in Ohio for producing primary care physicians in the 2025 Best Graduate Schools rankings from U.S. News and World Report. Continue reading
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Education & Leadership
2021–2022 Robert J. Kegerreis Distinguished Professor of Teaching
Sheri StoverPart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2021–2022
Sheri Stover, professor in instructional design, is known as an enthusiastic, encouraging instructor who teaches innovative, interactive courses. Continue reading
2021–2022 Presidential Award for Outstanding NTE Faculty: Service
Betsy CritesPart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2021–2022
Betsy Crites, lecturer and educational liaison at Lake Campus, is a highly valued member of the teacher education program. Continue reading
Wright State receives state grant to address learning disruptions from pandemic
Wright State received an Ohio Department of Education grant to address learning disruptions local students experienced in mathematics and literacy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading
Finding the right fit
Yakai Kamara, a public health and organizational leadership major, has done a lot to find her place after transferring to Wright State. Continue reading
Health care recruiters on hand at September Employer Speaker Series
The Employer Speaker Series will feature both speakers and recruiters from Dayton Children’s Hospital, Kettering Health and Premier Health. Continue reading
Elevated voice
2013 graduate and rising gospel star Isaiah Templeton returned to Wright State to perform with Elevation Worship at the Nutter Center. Continue reading
A ‘Time’ for all things
To say that Rachel Werling, an elementary education major at Lake Campus, is a go-getter is an understatement. Continue reading
Wright State University Foundation welcomes new trustees
Wright State alumni Tony Alexander, Bob Reynolds and Loghan Young and graduate student Doniska Taylor joined the Wright State University Foundation Board of Trustees. Continue reading
Wright State receives grant to help address teacher shortage in Dayton area
The project targets BIPOC students and professionals who want a career in high-need areas such as STEM education and intervention. Continue reading
Wright State graduate making impact in Dayton and Liberia with Library for Africa project
As the founder of Library for Africa, Veleta Jenkins is working to build a technology-focused library in Liberia. Continue reading
