Social Sciences and International Studies

Wright State’s Model UN team once again secures top honors at national conference  

Wright State’s Model United Nations program extended its streak of excellence by earning a team delegation honor for the 45th consecutive year at the 2025 National Model U.N. Conference in New York City.  Continue reading

Wright State alum Morgan O’Brien honored for global diplomacy 

Wright State alum Morgan O’Brien’s diplomatic career has taken him from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base to the United Nations and the State Department to NATO. Continue reading

Traveling chalkboard inspires Wright State medical students to discuss death and dying

An interactive exhibit sparked deep reflection among Wright State medical students, encouraging them to answer the question: What do you want to do before you die? Continue reading

Wright State senior Katherine Dillard tunes up local church’s audio

Wright State anthropology major Katherine Dillard helped a local church secure funding to purchase hearing assistance technology as part of a Fundraising and Grant Writing course. Continue reading

Wright State’s Model UN team shines at annual Dayton conference

After competing in the Dayton Model UN conference, Wright State will represent Russia at the National Model United Nations Conference in New York City from April 5–11. Continue reading

Wright State students learn about a day in the life of a journalist at Cox Media Career Day

Wright State communication studies students spent a day shadowing journalists, photographers and other professionals at WHIO Radio and News Center 7. Continue reading

Making the most of a second chance

Marwah Almuzoughi survived Libyan war to lead Wright State's Student Government

Marwah Almuzoughi, an international studies and political science major, says serving as president of the Student Government Association allows her to give back to the community. Continue reading

Inmersión en español

Local high school students joined Wright State students, faculty and staff for a day of activities and interactive workshops on Mexican culture during Spanish Immersion Day. Continue reading

Wright State medical student perseveres to pursue lifelong dream

Cherissa Garcia, a three-time Wright State grad, never gave up on her dream of becoming a doctor and is now pursuing a medical degree at the Boonshoft School of Medicine. Continue reading

Wright State alum Gary Norman takes pride in meeting challenges head on

Wright State history grad Gary Norman is an attorney who advocates for those often overlooked in society. Continue reading