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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Liberal Arts
Communication in the Peace Corps
Calandria Tate, who graduated from Wright State in December with a degree in communication studies, is volunteering in Senegal as a member of the Peace Corps. Continue reading
Artfully done
Painter and Wright State alum Erika b Hess making name for herself with artist podcasts
2006 Wright State fine arts grad Erika b Hess interviews artists, curators, collectors and gallerists on her popular “I Like Your Work” podcast. Continue reading
Service in El Salvador
For the past six months, Megan McKarns has lived in El Salvador, working with families and performing mission work. Continue reading
Match maker
Wright State motion pictures alum Scott Marshall thrives as live-event producer for World Wrestling Entertainment
2002 Wright State film grad Scott Marshall has produced World Wrestling Entertainment shows around the United States and in Colombia, Panama and the Czech Republic. Continue reading
Wright State pilgrimage focuses on Children of the Civil Rights Movement
Wright State students will make a pilgrimage March 5-9 to historical sites associated with the civil rights movement, while examining a crucial phase of America’s past. Continue reading
Professionals in criminal justice share insights, career advice with Wright State students
Wright State students interested in criminal justice careers interacted with alumni and other professionals who have flourished in those fields. Continue reading
Market value
Wright State business students help LEAP market pronunciation course to local international professionals
As part of a Small Business Marketing Planning course, Raj Soin College of Business students have developed a marketing plan for the Learning English for Academic and Professional Purposes Intensive English Program. Continue reading
Wright State grad student Ronnie Moreland named among Dayton’s Top 10 African American Men of the Year
M.P.A. student and longtime community leader Ronnie Moreland was recognized by Parity Inc. Continue reading
Engaging experience
Wright State’s new Agents of Change community-engagement course a hot ticket with students
The new Agents of Change course empowers students to become more active citizens, create partnerships with community groups and promote positive change. Continue reading
Ring leader
Wright State music student Noah Carpenter brings the carillon to life from atop a bell tower at a Middletown church
Noah Carpenter, organ performance and vocal music education major, may be the youngest carillonneur in the country. Continue reading
