Liberal Arts

Wright State students to soar on wings of a jade butterfly at ArtsGala

One of the premier local arts events, ArtsGala showcases the talent of students in Wright State’s art, dance, music, motion pictures and theatre programs while raising money for scholarships. Continue reading

A celebration of student research at Wright State

Wright State University students are tackling real-world challenges with innovative research showcased at the Celebration of Undergraduate and Graduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Activities. Continue reading

Wright State Theatre to close out 2024–25 season with bittersweet musical ‘Alice by Heart’

Wright State Theatre will transport audiences to the fantastical depths of Wonderland with “Alice by Heart” from March 20 to 30 at the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center. Continue reading

Traveling chalkboard inspires Wright State medical students to discuss death and dying

An interactive exhibit sparked deep reflection among Wright State medical students, encouraging them to answer the question: What do you want to do before you die? Continue reading

Wright State senior Katherine Dillard tunes up local church’s audio

Wright State anthropology major Katherine Dillard helped a local church secure funding to purchase hearing assistance technology as part of a Fundraising and Grant Writing course. Continue reading

Student art takes center stage at Wright State’s ArtsGala Auction

Artwork by two Wright State fine arts students will be up for auction at ArtsGala on April 5 to help raise funds for scholarships for fine and performing arts students. Continue reading

Centerville middle school student Aurora Spisak repeats as champ of Wright State Regional Spelling Bee, qualifying for national competition

Aurora Spisak, an eighth grader at Watts Middle School, will return to the annual Scripps National Spelling Bee after winning Wright State’s Regional Spelling Bee. Continue reading

Wright State’s Model UN team shines at annual Dayton conference

After competing in the Dayton Model UN conference, Wright State will represent Russia at the National Model United Nations Conference in New York City from April 5–11. Continue reading

Theatre alum invited to write new musical for Wright State fine and performing arts students

The School of Fine and Performing Arts invited alum Ronvé O’Daniel to create an original musical that current Wright State theatre students will perform in 2026. Continue reading

Wright State alum Brittany Shyne wins top documentary prize at Sundance Film Festival

Brittany Shyne, a Wright State motion pictures alum, won the prestigious U.S. Grand Jury Prize for Documentary at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival for her debut film, “Seeds.” Continue reading