Social Sciences and International Studies

Thinking globally, working locally

Wright State international studies graduate helps those in need locally

Wright State graduate Adama Diakhate helps the underserved and works to revitalize neighborhoods as a community engagement specialist for the City of Dayton. Continue reading

Wright State communication students participate in Cox Media Group Ohio’s Career Day

Wright State communication studies students were able to watch a newsroom in action during the Cox Media Group’s 2023 Career Day. Continue reading

Student guardian

Alexis Lewis, a dual English and French major, leads the Wright State Guardian

Under the leadership of editor-in-chief, Alexis Lewis, the Wright State Guardian publishes new content daily and the Nexus Literary Journal and Flight Magazine. Continue reading

Wright State faculty member Damaris Serrano again wins highest literary honor awarded by her native Panama

For the fourth time, Damaris E. Serrano, professor of Spanish at Wright State, received Panama’s Ricardo Miró Award in the literary essay section. Continue reading

International Education Week celebrates a world of culture at Wright State

Wright State will celebrate International Education Week, Oct. 30 to Nov. 3, with a series of events, talks, celebrations and a special recognition of Michelle Cipriano, senior lecturer of Spanish. Continue reading

Wright State University staff and faculty honored for excellence

Wright State University has recognized select staff and faculty members for their vital contributions to the university with Awards for Excellence. Continue reading

2022–2023 Robert J. Kegerreis Distinguished Professor of Teaching

Marie Thompson

Part of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2022–2023

Marie Thompson, associate professor of communication, is lauded for inspiring her students and her contributions to multidisciplinary programs in the area of race, gender and health. Continue reading

‘Champion for others’

Wright State dedicates garden honoring veterans and military-connected students

Wright State University and its Veteran and Military Center dedicated the Captain Shawn L. English Champion Garden, an outdoor space that honors veterans, military-connected students and those who support them. Continue reading

Wright State to dedicate garden honoring veterans and military-connected students on Sept. 8

Wright State and its Veteran and Military Center will dedicate the Captain Shawn L. English Champion Garden during a ceremony on Friday, Sept. 8, at 11 a.m., outside the Veteran and Military Center and Millett Hall. Continue reading

Photo development

Wright State staff member Ashley Cheak pushes artistic boundaries during a fellowship at Dayton Art Institute

As a Yeck College Artist Fellow, Ashley Cheak experimented with alternative photographic processes and darkroom techniques to elevate her understanding of photography. Continue reading