Wright State Headlines
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Aug 29
Fall funhouse
Fall Fest, the annual celebration that highlights Weeks of Welcome at Wright State University, brought thousands of students, staff and faculty together for a carnival-themed day filled with fun, music, food and free giveaways. Continue reading
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Aug 28
WOW factor
Weeks of Welcome helps new and transfer students transition to college life with activities designed to build community and support student success. Continue reading
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Aug 27
Wright State and Sinclair College partner to launch engineering technology degree pathway
Wright State University and Sinclair Community College have launched a new transfer pathway that allows Sinclair students to seamlessly continue into Wright State’s Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology program to meet growing regional workforce demands. Continue reading
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Aug 26
From classroom to hall of fame
Wright State graduate Tom Jenkins’ induction into the National Teachers Hall of Fame reflects nearly 30 years of dedication, perseverance and steadfast belief in the transformative power of public education. Continue reading
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Aug 25
New works and Broadway favorites highlight Wright State’s 2025–26 theatre and dance season
Audiences can expect a season rich with laughter, suspense, heart and history as Wright State University’s 2025–26 theatre and dance lineup showcases both new works and beloved classics. Continue reading
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Liberal Arts
Raider Guardian: Wright State’s new safety app set to launch fall semester
Students, faculty and staff at Wright State’s Dayton Campus will soon be able to call university police at the touch of a button. Continue reading
Moving pictures
Wright State acting professor Jason Kaufman turns a dance piece into a film
Wright State acting professor Jason Kaufman turns a dance piece originally choreographed for the stage into a 30-minute film. Continue reading
Thomas Sudkamp appointed to serve as provost at Wright State University
Thomas Sudkamp will serve as Wright State’s chief academic officer with the title provost and vice president for curriculum and instruction, and Mark Polatajko has been named chief operating officer and vice president of business and finance. Continue reading
Wright State students survey parcel to parcel in Dayton
Wright State students are conducting a property survey in Dayton to help city planners address blight, vacancy and other concerns that city officials and residents have identified. Continue reading
Perfect fit
Wright State alum Paula Cosby '12 helps jobseekers with Clothes That Work
Wright State M.P.A. graduate Paula Cosby ’12 helps jobseekers dress professionally and build confidence as executive director of Clothes That Work. Continue reading
Drawing interest
Wright State’s Alexis Schankin brings her artistic skills to Office of Institutional Research
Wright State student Alexis Schankin brings her artistic skills to Office of Institutional Research, where she designs infographics, posters and other materials to illustrate numbers and data. Continue reading
College cradle
Wright State’s Billi Ewing watched her baby daughter grow up on campus
Wright State graduate Billi Ewing watched her baby daughter grow up on campus. Continue reading
He built it, they came
Excerpt It’s written all over their faces—the thrill of it. Their daily world of limits, obstacles and hurdles has suddenly melted away and been replaced by a delicious universe of possibility and hope. That’s the reason it’s called the Miracle … Continue reading
Wright State, City of Dayton collaborate on effort to support emerging women leaders
The Women’s Leadership Collaborative of Greater Dayton seeks to increase the number of women in the region who hold leadership roles in government, education and business. Continue reading
Family band
Wright State staff and couple lead a successful country-rock band
Jamie and Chris Suttle, Wright State staff members who are also married, lead a successful country-rock band. Continue reading
