Wright State Headlines
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Jun 10
Wright State University launches new undergraduate scholarship for active-duty military
Active-duty military members, activated Guard members and reservists can pursue a bachelor’s degree at Wright State with support from the university’s new Active Duty Military Undergraduate Scholarship. Continue reading
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Jun 9
Wright State alum Nicole Scherzinger wins first Tony Award for starring role in ‘Sunset Boulevard’
Nicole Scherzinger, who studied musical theatre and acting at Wright State, received the Tony Award for best leading actress in a musical for “Sunset Boulevard.” Continue reading
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Jun 6
Wright State media highlights, June 1–6
Wright State made headlines this week with national and regional media coverage highlighting a historic NCAA upset, expert insight on consumer behavior, a new academic partnership in health care and an internship program preparing students for Ohio’s semiconductor industry. Continue reading
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Jun 6
From classroom to community: Christopher Moyer receives Wright State Volunteer Service Award
Christopher Moyer received the 2025 Tony Alexander Volunteer Service Award in recognition of his involvement in the Wright State Alumni Association. Continue reading
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Jun 5
Wright State launches AI-focused summer camp for high school, incoming college students
High school students and incoming college students can learn about AI through hands-on projects and collaborative learning during an AI Summer Camp offered by Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business. Continue reading
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Fine and Performing Arts
2022 Excellence in Human Relations (Classified)
Cathy LeePart of the series: President’s Awards for Excellence 2022
Coworkers praise Cathy Lee, student services coordinator in the School of Fine and Performing Arts, for her helpful attitude and open mind when facing new challenges. Continue reading
2022 Excellence in Leadership (Classified)
James LawrencePart of the series: President’s Awards for Excellence 2022
James Lawrence, Sign Shop scheduler, partnered with the Office of Marketing to beautify campus by creating and installing stunning murals and graphics around Wright State. Continue reading
Wright State Theatre opens the 2022-23 season with Agatha Christie’s ‘The Mousetrap’
Wright State University Theatre’s production of Agatha Christie’s iconic murder mystery “The Mousetrap” runs in the Creative Arts Center’s Festival Playhouse from Sept. 23 to Oct. 2. Continue reading
Wright State alumnus, composer Steven Winteregg wins third place in American Prize competition
Steven Winteregg was honored for his composition “The City,” which was recorded by trumpet player Daniel Zehringer, chair of the Wright State School of Fine and Performing Arts. Continue reading
Wright State faculty members teaching at internationally renowned summer arts camp
Wright State School of Fine and Performing Arts faculty members Christopher Chaffee and Matthew Benjamin teach at the world-renowned Interlochen Arts Camp. Continue reading
Wright State music grad wins position in prestigious Army band
William Kan, a Wright State music performance graduate, earned a position as a percussionist in the prestigious U.S. Army band Pershing’s Own. Continue reading
New school structure will facilitate interdisciplinary learning and teaching in College of Liberal Arts
The College of Liberal Arts has reorganized into the schools of Fine and Performing Arts, Humanities and Cultural Studies, and Social Sciences and International Studies. Continue reading
Dear D’Kaylah Unique Whitley
Wright State musical theatre major D’Kaylah Unique Whitley has spent the summer on Broadway as an understudy in “Dear Evan Hansen.” Continue reading
Wright State Theatre 2022–23 season features classic and contemporary plays, musicals and dance
Wright State Theatre’s new season opens with “The Mousetrap” from Sept. 23 to Oct. 2 in the Festival Playhouse. Continue reading
Feeling and form
The Wright State Dance Program hosted nearly 100 emerging choreographers and dancers from around the country during a unique 10-day day festival. Continue reading
