Social Sciences and International Studies

Nearly 1,200 students to graduate at Wright State’s fall commencement

Wright State will hold commencement ceremonies in the Wright State Nutter Center for its Graduate School on Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. and for undergraduate students on Dec. 11 at 10 a.m. Continue reading

Explore the Wright State woods at annual Runkle Woods Symposium

The Runkle Woods Symposium is an opportunity to explore the Wright State woods with faculty, staff and students who are involved in research and creative projects. Continue reading

Presidential protection

Wright State alumnus Michael Townsend thrives in his career with the U.S. Secret Service

Michael Townsend has been assigned to protect numerous heads of state, including Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Continue reading

Damaris Serrano receives national Panamanian award for book on literature

The University of Panama honors Damaris Serrano, associate professor of Spanish with an award for her book on Panamanian literature. Continue reading

Business builder

Wright State communication alumna Pamela Cone directs a nonprofit organization that helps women start companies 

Pamela Cone, a Wright State communication alumna, is director of Aviatra-Dayton a nonprofit organization that supports women in business. Continue reading

Wright State Women’s Luncheon to feature university leaders discussing career growth

A panel of university leaders will discuss the support they receive in their careers, challenges they face, work environments and dealing with discrimination. Continue reading

Where are they now? Model U.N.

Former Model U.N. members reflect on their experience and how it shaped who they are today

We tracked down former members of one of Wright State’s most prestigious and award-winning legacies to reflect on their experience and how it has shaped who they are today.
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Alumnus Bryan Bucklew appointed Wright State national trustee

Bryan Bucklew, a political science graduate of Wright State, is president and CEO of the Hospital Council of Northern and Central California. Continue reading

Rich blend

Neuroscience and political science alumna Abagail Chumley is completing a fellowship with the Ohio Legislative Service Commission

After completing her studies in neuroscience, Abagail Chumley decided to explore a completely different world — political science and government. Continue reading

Will power

First-year student Ariana Bush’s perseverance earns her a spot in Wright State’s Dance Program while pursuing political science

Ariana Bush was accepted into Wright State’s Dance Program after two years of singing lessons, intensive ballet classes, community theatre and College Credit Plus classes. Continue reading