Wright State Headlines
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May 14
Former Wright State Trustee Dawn Conway named interim dean of Raj Soin College of Business
Dawn Conway, who served on the Wright State University Board of Trustees from 2021 to April 2025, is the president and CEO of Boost Engagement. Continue reading
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May 12
Marty Sexton appointed dean of Wright State’s College of Health, Education and Human Services
Marty Sexton previously served as acting dean and associate dean of Wright State’s College of Health, Education and Human Services. Continue reading
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May 12
Eye in the sky
Wright State’s Police Department adds new innovative drone technology to enhance campus safety. Continue reading
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May 9
Wright State media highlights, May 3–9
Wright State made headlines this week with media coverage highlighting commencement celebrations, student success, alumni achievements and faculty expertise. Continue reading
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May 8
Wright State alum shapes the future of AI in national defense
Kevin Schmidt, now developing cutting-edge AI technologies for the Air Force Research Laboratory, credits his success to the experiences he received during his behavioral neuroscience studies at Wright State. Continue reading
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Liberal Arts
Rowdy reveal
Wright State student Carly Blessing, who has played Rowdy Raider for years, poised to graduate
After performing as Rowdy Raider, Wright State senior Carly Blessing aims to work as a character performer at Disney World. Continue reading
Wright State’s annual Spring Dance Concert showcases region’s vibrant dance community
Wright State’s Spring Dance Concert will feature 26 dance majors performing seven diverse and dynamic pieces April 18–21 in the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center. Continue reading
Artwork by graduating Wright State fine arts students graces walls of Stein Galleries
The annual Senior Thesis Exhibition, featuring works by 16 graduating fine arts students, is on display in the Stein Galleries through April 27. Continue reading
Silver jubilee
Wright State celebrates a quarter of a century showcasing students’ artistic talents during ArtsGala
ArtsGala celebrated its 25th year with many special events designed to commemorate the occasion, including hundreds of student performers. Continue reading
Opportunity knocks
Wright State students network to get their foot in the door of area businesses
Over 120 Wright State University students participated in the fifth annual College of Liberal Arts Internship Partners Expo Continue reading
Getting involved
Passion for law drives nontraditional student leader at Wright State
Stephanie Buettner, a political science major at Wright State, is president of the Student Government Association, an intern with Student Legal Services and president of her sorority. Continue reading
Wright State’s Model United Nations team wins top award at national conference
Wright State’s Model U.N. team received an Outstanding Delegation Award and eight students won individual awards at the 2024 National Model United Nations Conference in New York City. Continue reading
Wright State international studies student receives State Department scholarship to study in Thailand
Ashley Carter, an international studies major at Wright State, received a Gilman-McCain Scholarship from the U.S. Department of State to study abroad in Thailand this summer. Continue reading
Dispatching dedication
Wright State senior Lexi Ricker impacts students during the day and serves her community at night
Lexi Ricker, a psychology and organizational leadership major at Wright State, thrives as leader in multiple student organizations. Continue reading
Award-winning author, journalist to give talk as part of Wright State’s Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration
Putsata Reang will discuss the experiences shared in her memoir, “Ma and Me,” on April 4 at 5:30 p.m. in the Student Union Atrium. Continue reading
