Wright State Headlines
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May 12
Marty Sexton appointed dean of Wright State’s College of Health, Education and Human Services
Marty Sexton previously served as acting dean and associate dean of Wright State’s College of Health, Education and Human Services. Continue reading
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May 12
Eye in the sky
Wright State’s Police Department adds new innovative drone technology to enhance campus safety. Continue reading
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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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Lake Campus
Shell splash
New research by Lake Campus faculty member Chuck Ciampaglio published by prestigious international journal
Chuck Ciampaglio, professor of Earth and environmental science, and alumnus David Peterman discovered how an extinct animal moved through water. Continue reading
Governor DeWine to address students during Wright State University’s spring commencement ceremonies
Nearly 1,900 students are expected to graduate during Wright State’s spring commencement ceremonies in the Nutter Center on April 30 and May 1. Continue reading
Wright State pitcher Casey Grimm tosses a no-hitter for the Lakers
Casey Grimm, an M.B.A. student at Lake Campus, pitched a no-hitter and struck out 16 batters in the Lakers’ 10–0 victory over Roosevelt University. Continue reading
Wright State University Foundation awards Students First Fund grants
Seven projects selected for the third year of Students First funding
Seven projects were approved for Students First Fund grants, with awards ranging from $3,650 to $10,000. Continue reading
Lake Campus hosting digital graphic design contest for aspiring high school students
The 2021 Annual Graphic Gateway Design Competition, hosted by the Wright State Business and Graphic Professionals, will feature advertising posters with logos. Continue reading
Planning underway to welcome back Wright State faculty, staff and students to campus this fall
Planning has begun to allow a larger percentage of students to have access to in-person classes and increased residence hall capabilities during Fall Semester. Continue reading
Lake Campus to host three Virtual Career Days for students and alumni
Scheduled for March 15, 17 and 19, Virtual Career Days are open to Lake and Dayton Campus students, Wright State alumni and community members. Continue reading
A legacy of giving
Faculty and staff support Wright State students through the annual Campus Scholarship and Innovation Campaign
By making a gift during CSIC, faculty, staff and retirees can help Wright State students when they need it the most. Continue reading
Wright State will hold in-person commencement ceremonies this spring
The Dayton and Lake Campuses will hold multiple commencement ceremonies at the end of the Spring Semester, which concludes April 30. Continue reading
College of Nursing and Health ranked among best schools in the nation by Nursing Schools Almanac
The College of Nursing and Health was ranked 17th in Ohio and 83rd in the Great Lakes region. Continue reading
