Humanities and Cultural Studies

Wright State alumna embarks on a literary journey of fantastical proportions

Photo of Lara Donnelly writing.

Often described as both a magical and intensive experience, the Clarion Writers’ Workshop is a remarkable opportunity for aspiring writers of science fiction, fantasy and horror. Continue reading

CORE Scholar revives articles online

Photo of Jan Wildermuth, head of the Wright State libraries’ digital services

Wright State faculty members have a fast new option for publishing scholarly materials, from their latest works to previously published articles. Continue reading

History professor Jacob Dorn calls it a career, leaving his mark on Wright State from the school’s start

Photo of Wrigfht State history professor Jacob Dorn

A Peterson pipe from Ireland dozes on his desk next to a pouch of tobacco. Continue reading

Wright State students recognized for co-curricular excellence

(L-R) Photo of Honors Director Susan Carrafiello, Wright State President David R. Hopkins, commendation award winner for writing excellence Lara Donnelly and Honors Associate Director Alex Wenning.

Wright State University President David R. Hopkins presented Presidential Commendations for Excellence in Co-Curricular Activities to students Wednesday, June 6, at the Rockafield House on campus. Continue reading

Public history symposium to feature Wright brothers’ relative

Photo of Amanda Wright Lane with Wright brothers reenactors.

The event gives community members from around the Dayton area an opportunity to explore the region’s fascinating past. Continue reading

Local media visit Wright State library, interview professor about Pearl Harbor

Photo of Edward Haas being interviewed by a local TV news crew about Pearl Harbor.

The Wright State University Friends of the Libraries display Infamy—December 7, 1941, attracted local news attention… Continue reading

Wright State students make Dunbar pilgrimage

Photo of Jessica Nicole Wheeler at Paul Laurenece Dunbar's grave.

Paul Laurence Dunbar is one of Dayton’s gems. Continue reading

Bobby Rubin honored with International Education Award

Photo of Bobby Rubin with President David R. Hopkins and Stephen Foster.

He has directed and taught the Ambassador program to Costa Rica for nearly 20 years, making it the longest running study abroad program at the university. Continue reading

Math, motorcycles: English prof’s journey

Scott Geisel

If you had met Wright State University English professor Scott Geisel while he was in high school… Continue reading

Whites of Their Eyes

Wright State professor pens historical account of Battle of Bunker Hill

A school library book on the Civil War whetted his appetite at age 6. A painting he saw at age 7 in a Boston museum depicting a Revolutionary War battle clinched it. Paul Lockhart was hooked on American history. Today, … Continue reading