Wright State Headlines
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Oct 7
Wright State brings campus community together to celebrate mental health and well-being
From goat yoga to root beer floats, Wright State University put a creative spin on World Mental Health Day with activities designed to help individuals prioritize their mental health and well-being. Continue reading
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Oct 5
Wright State trustees approve new academic programs, highlight student success and new research partnerships
Wright State trustees approved three new academic programs and received updates on student success, research opportunities and expanded partnerships with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Continue reading
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Oct 5
Wright State’s Future Teachers Day inspires next generation of educators
The annual event brings high school students to campus to explore Wright State’s teacher education programs and connect with current students, staff and faculty. Continue reading
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Oct 2
Lake Campus students saddle up for success at eighth annual Laker Lawn Party
More than 45 local companies, community groups, Lake Campus departments and student organizations kicked off the Fall Semester at the Weeks of Welcome event. Continue reading
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Oct 1
Ohio Medical Education Day brings aspiring physicians from across the state to Wright State University
Ohio Medical Education Day serves as an entry point into Ohio’s medical education pipeline, connecting undergraduate students with medical schools and helping them prepare for medical school and a career in medicine. Continue reading
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Teacher Education
Wright State’s Future Teachers Day inspires next generation of educators
The fifth annual event connected nearly 200 high school juniors and seniors with pathways to becoming teachers
The annual event brings high school students to campus to explore Wright State’s teacher education programs and connect with current students, staff and faculty. Continue reading
Preparing students for the workforce from day one
Through mentoring, hands-on experiences and industry partnerships, Wright State students graduate with the skills, experience and connections they need to succeed in the workforce
Whether it be meeting with career consultants, completing an internship or networking with industry leaders, Wright State students have opportunities to prepare for the workforce at every step of their academic journey. Continue reading
A new journey
Wright State education graduates received free school supplies for their upcoming school year
More than 40 recent Wright State University education graduates who secured teaching positions in area schools received a boost as they prepare for their first year in the classroom — free classroom supplies from Crayons to Classrooms. Continue reading
Community driven
For Josh Stucky ’89, community is at the heart of everything
Educator. Business owner. Community advocate. Philanthropist. Wright State alum Josh Stucky wears many hats. Continue reading
Words of appreciation
Joe Letterhos ’97 expresses gratitude for his Wright State education
A heartfelt email from alumnus Joe Letterhos ’97 sparked a reflection on how Wright State’s supportive environment helped transform a struggling student into a successful educator and school district leader. Continue reading
Wright State University leads $2.5 million federal initiative to bring AI education to rural Ohio
From rural high schools to college classrooms, students will build AI skills for the workforce and teachers will gain the training to take them there
Wright State has received a $2.5 million federal grant to develop AI-focused curriculum and train educators to teach it, with the goal of expanding artificial intelligence literacy from rural schools through colleges and into the workforce. Continue reading
Turning injury into impact
Wright State alumna Siobhan Fagan ’04 channels her own experience into a career supporting young athletes
Because her own athletic career was cut short due to injury, Siobhan Fagan ’04 has made it her goal as an athletic trainer to ensure others in her care don’t suffer a similar fate. Continue reading
Portrait of perseverance
Elementary education major Mylie Green overcomes obstacles to thrive as a Wright State student
Mylie Green arrived at Wright State unsure she’d last a semester. Now she’s a Student Government senator, passionate advocate for students who need a voice and future teacher determined to make a difference in the classroom. Continue reading
Wright State alum Emily Romigh builds on a family legacy in education
The Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers honored second-grade teacher Emily Romigh for the thesis she produced as a graduate student in the Master of Education in Literacy program at Wright State. Continue reading
Educating future educators
More than 150 high school students from six area high schools explored what it means to become an educator during Wright State University’s fourth annual Future Teachers Day. Continue reading
