Wright State Headlines
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Oct 29
Premier Health makes history as exclusive jersey patch sponsor of Wright State Athletics, marking new era in growing partnership
The new uniform design will feature the Premier Health logo for every Wright State athletics team, highlighting a longstanding relationship between the university and the Dayton region’s academic health system. Continue reading
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Oct 28
Wright State’s cybersecurity program awarded nearly $200,000 to strengthen workforce development efforts
SecureAM Pathways will connect Wright State’s cybersecurity program with local employers to identify workforce needs and prepare students to fill in-demand roles after graduation. Continue reading
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Oct 27
Wright State brings community partners together for Campus Safety Day
Wright State’s campus came alive with flashing lights, emergency vehicles and interactive activities as students, faculty and staff gathered for the university’s second Campus Safety Day. Continue reading
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Oct 26
Wright State Dean Timothy Bunning inducted into National Academy of Engineering
Timothy Bunning, interim dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science, was elected to the National Academy of Engineering for pioneering research that uses liquid crystal materials to control light for commercial and defense applications. Continue reading
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Oct 23
Finding the Wright Path
After returning to college at 46, Monica Sewell found a clear roadmap to her degrees through Wright State’s Wright Path Program — and now she’s helping other transfer students find their way. Continue reading
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Liberal Arts
Wright State historian brings ‘Forgotten World War’ stories home to Dayton
Some call it “The Forgotten World War.” But Wright State history professor is helping make sure people don’t forget the profound impact of World War I and the role the Miami Valley played in it. His efforts to bring that story to … Continue reading
Higher Learning Commission reaffirms Wright State’s accreditation
Established as an independent university in 1967, Wright State received its initial accreditation in 1968 and has been continuously accredited since that time. Continue reading
Up to the challenge
Wright State’s Ellie Collins captains Army ROTC Raider Battalion Ranger Challenge Team
Ellie Collins, an international studies major, said she found more fulfillment in the academic challenges and opportunities offered at Wright State. Continue reading
Wright State alum Emmanuel Urquieta part of NASA crew simulating stresses of deep space exploration
Emmanuel Urquieta, a 2015 aerospace medicine graduate, will spend the next month in a simulated spacecraft at the Johnson Space Center in Houston. Continue reading
Of great import
Wright State alum Brandon Snell helping introduce wines of Moldova to U.S. market
Brandon Snell has a bachelor’s degree in political science and master’s degree in international and comparative politics from Wright State. Continue reading
Hearing voices
Wright State’s Camp A Cappella growing in popularity
Camp A Cappella attracted 350 middle school, high school and college students as well as educators and adults for a week packed with activity. Continue reading
Mowing for dollars
Student Government President-elect Lukas Wenrick grew successful business out of early adversity
A senior majoring in social science education, Lukas Wenrick hopes to pursue a career in higher education and perhaps run for public office. Continue reading
‘Pivotal Tuesdays’ seen as important resource for presidential debate watchers at Wright State
“Pivotal Tuesdays: Four Elections that Shaped the 20th Century” is this year’s Common Text and will be distributed to students this summer during Orientation. Continue reading
Rare earth
Wright State anthropology students uncover artifacts from Revolutionary War battlefield
The dig is part of a program created by assistant professor Lance Greene to investigate the archaeology and history of Shawnee settlements in Ohio. Continue reading
Theater theory
Wright State improv students use acting skills to give incoming freshmen glimpse of college life
Theatre students will perform sketches challenging situations incoming students may face during the Raider Academy residential summer program. Continue reading
