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
Stage set for annual ArtsGala at Wright State
The Dayton region’s most festive and unique arts event is scheduled for Saturday, April 9, with an impressive program featuring student performances in theatre, dance, motion pictures, music and visual arts. Continue reading
ArtsGala silent auction features stunning artwork by Wright State students
The ArtsGala silent auction offers exclusive travel and vacation packages, luxury gift baskets, fine dining certificates, top-quality wine and cigars, entertainment packages and artwork. Continue reading
Scholarships generated by Wright State’s ArtsGala critical for fine and performing arts students
Now in its 23rd year, ArtsGala has raised over $3.5 million in scholarship support for students in the fine and performing arts. Continue reading
Wright State Theatre gives fresh look to classic 1960s dance musical ‘Sweet Charity’
Wright State Theatre’s production of “Sweet Charity” runs from March 18 to April 3 in the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center. Continue reading
ArtsGala returns
Wright State University fundraiser supports scholarships for students in the fine and performing arts
ArtsGala 2022 will feature more than 450 student performers in 13 unique performances. Continue reading
Strike up the bands
High school musicians join the Raider Pep Band for a harmonious experience
Local high school pep bands have played with the Raider Pep Band during Wright State basketball games this season. Continue reading
Band festival brings hundreds of young musicians to Wright State
Middle school and high school musicians sharpened their skills during the Honor Band Festival hosted by the Wright State University School of Music. Continue reading
Wright State Theatre presents the musical farce ‘The Gondoliers’ Feb. 18–27
“The Gondoliers” gives the students a chance to sing a beautiful and funny score unplugged and embody grand characters in a world of outlandish circumstances. Continue reading
Wright State School of Music participates in international music clinic
Students from Wright State bands performed in a demonstration group during the clinic in front of an audience of about 600. Continue reading
Wright State University Libraries to celebrate legacy of Paul Laurence Dunbar
Paul Laurence Dunbar: 150 commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Dayton poet’s birth with a series of film, poetry, art and music events. Continue reading
