Wright State Headlines
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Nov 13
Wright State student organizations give back during Fall Semester
Ahead of National Philanthropy Day on Nov. 15, Wright State is recognizing its student organizations’ efforts to make a difference. Continue reading
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Nov 12
Wright State Theatre explores the search for meaning in ‘Pippin’
A prince chases an extraordinary life in Wright State Theatre’s “Pippin,” a musical reimagined in a modern, metropolitan setting and brought to life by student performers, designers and crew Nov. 12–22. Continue reading
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Nov 10
Wright State University hosting National Civics Bee Regional Competition
The competition is supported by a $3 million grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Education to expand civic literacy, leadership and participation. Continue reading
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Nov 10
Wright State student-athletes make an impact on Fairborn family through Habitat for Humanity project
More than 160 Wright State student-athletes and coaches helped Habitat for Humanity build a new home for a Fairborn family, turning a volunteer effort into a lasting community impact. Continue reading
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Nov 9
Regional development executive Jerad Barnett appointed to Wright State Board of Trustees
Jerad Barnett, president and CEO of Beavercreek-based Synergy Building Systems, has been appointed to the Wright State Board of Trustees for a six-year term. Continue reading
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Graduate
Wright State nursing students spend Fall Semester in upgraded facilities
As part of the $6 million renovation, nursing students now train in renovated spaces that reflect modern healthcare settings
Over 200 nursing students are enrolled in the courses taking place in the revitalized spaces, giving them realistic training while remaining on campus. Continue reading
Wright State’s cybersecurity program awarded nearly $200,000 to strengthen workforce development efforts
The program will work with industry partners to develop relevant curriculum, better preparing students to address the ongoing shortage of cybersecurity professionals
SecureAM Pathways will connect Wright State’s cybersecurity program with local employers to identify workforce needs and prepare students to fill in-demand roles after graduation. Continue reading
Finding the Wright Path
Monica Sewell spent years believing a restaurant manager’s job was her career ceiling. Then she discovered the Wright Path Program and earned her degree.
After returning to college at 46, Monica Sewell found a clear roadmap to her degrees through Wright State’s Wright Path Program — and now she’s helping other transfer students find their way. Continue reading
Make the argument that changes you
Wright State’s Model United Nations team has earned top awards at the National Model U.N. conference in New York for 46 years straight. But if you ask the students what they’ve won, they might tell you about the moment their voice stopped shaking.
Wright State’s Model United Nations team has earned awards for 46 consecutive years while helping students build confidence, communication skills and lasting friendships. Continue reading
Wright State University Foundation welcomes four new trustees
New trustees bring decades of experience in education, healthcare, finance and accounting to the foundation’s Board of Trustees.
The Wright State University Foundation has appointed four new trustees to its Board of Trustees, adding leaders with strong ties to the university. Continue reading
Wright State’s Cardio-Renal Institute Summer Program prepares students for in-demand healthcare professions
The education and workforce development initiative provides hands-on experience to the next generation of scientists and researchers
The program introduced four high school and undergraduate students to biomedical research, clinical medicine and healthcare careers. Continue reading
Wright State MBA earns national recognition as one of The Princeton Review’s Best On-Campus Programs
Raj Soin College of Business MBA combines academic excellence, real-world learning and career-focused opportunities
The recognition is a part of The Princeton Review’s annual Best Business Schools for 2027 and is based on survey data including career outcomes, admission rate and academics. Continue reading
Summer of discovery
Wright State students take their research beyond campus to academic conferences across the continent
From investigating invasive species to determining what temperature light makes someone perform at their best, students in the College of Science and Mathematics shared their findings at summer conferences. Continue reading
Thirsting for life
Ghanaian international student dives into electrochemistry to help clean the drinking water of his home
Inspired by challenges at home, a Wright State researcher is working to make drinking water safer around the world. Continue reading
SMART paths forward
For these students, a SMART scholarship is more than funding — it’s a pathway to a new future
From robotics to wildfire prediction, Wright State’s SMART scholars are building high-impact careers in defense and research. Continue reading
