Social Sciences and International Studies

Civics lesson

Trio of young Wright State alums working in politics to visit with students learning about the legislative process

Lee Hannah, professor of political science, invited three recent Wright State graduates to talk about their experiences in politics with students this semester. Continue reading

Finding a sense of purpose

Kaycie Bolin soared to new heights as a nontraditional student at Wright State

2023 alumna Kaycie Bolin found a sense of purpose and fulfillment while studying French and English at Wright State. Continue reading

Passion patrol

State trooper pursues an MPA at Wright State while drumming up help for others battling trauma

Joseph Weeks, a sergeant with the Ohio State Highway Patrol, is using lessons learned in Wright State’s Master of Public Administration program to help others working to overcome trauma. Continue reading

A walk to remember

Wright State graduate student’s persistence is paying off for himself and Dayton students

Carl Foster, a graduate educational leadership student, is set to graduate from Wright State after years of hard work. Continue reading

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