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
Sing-Off winners cap week at Camp Acappella with Friday concert
Excerpt When Home Free formed in Minnesota 14 years ago, a cappella music was not a certain pathway to network television appearances or the top of the Billboard charts. Most active groups had university or high school affiliations. The limited … Continue reading
Actress Ruby Dee had connections to Wright State University
Excerpt Faculty members at Wright State University had the honor of working with noted actress and activist Ruby Dee on at least two occasions. Dee, who died at age 91 in her home Wednesday night, is remembered as both “vivacious” and “gracious.” Along with … Continue reading
In memoriam: Brenda Ellis
Brenda Ellis had served as associate professor of music and director of the Paul Laurence Dunbar Chorale at Wright State. Continue reading
Wright State Alumni Exhibition captures strong legacy
Excerpt When fine-arts alumni show their work, it is not only reflective of the artists themselves but also the art teachers who instructed and inspired them. This is the case at the current Alumni Exhibition at the Robert and Elaine … Continue reading
Alumni and their art return to Stein Galleries for new exhibition
Latest exhibition at the Stein Galleries features artwork from more than 80 Wright State alumni. Continue reading
Wright State grads’ documentary to play at Cannes Film Festival
A documentary by two recent Wright State Motion Pictures graduates will play at the Cannes International Film Festival Short Film Corner. Continue reading
Wright State alumni nominated for Student Academy Award
Wright State grads’ film about a Vietnamese immigrant who teaches youth mixed martial arts out of a nail salon nominated for Student Academy Award. Continue reading
Linda Vista program helped family in need
Excerpt Aisha Ford, a junior majoring in film studies at Wright State University, has a life story to tell that she isn’t afraid to share. She’s spoken out for Linda Vista, a program for women and children victimized by abuse … Continue reading
Art professors featured in new Dayton Visual Arts Center exhibit
Three Wright State professor emeriti collaborate on a new exhibition of prints and paintings at the Dayton Visual Arts Center. Continue reading
Dance Ensemble to demonstrate program’s versatility in Spring Concert
Wright State Dance Ensemble will hold its Spring Dance Concert and offer its annual Dance Intensive Workshop for high school students. Continue reading
