Wright State Headlines
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Jun 30
Gov. DeWine reappoints Board Treasurer Beth Ferris and names student Ella Vaught to Wright State Board of Trustees
Beth Ferris received a six-year term on the Wright State University Board of Trustees and Ella Vaught, a sophomore marketing major, received a two-year term. Continue reading
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Jun 26
Joe Gruenberg’s 40-Year support for Wright State celebrated with Honorary Alumnus Award
Forty years after helping build the first on-campus housing at Wright State, Joe Gruenberg continues to support the university. Continue reading
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Jun 25
Wright State’s elementary education program earns A+ rating for math teacher training
Wright State’s elementary education P–5 program was honored with the top grade for elementary math teacher preparation from the National Council on Teacher Quality. Continue reading
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Jun 24
Wright State’s Calamityville hosts its largest joint medical training operation
Wright State’s Calamityville served as a key host site for Relentless Valor, where nearly 400 military personnel conducted joint medical and combat readiness training alongside international observers. Continue reading
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Jun 20
Wright State University launches Strategic Plan 2030 to advance student success, enhance role as regional economic driver
Wright State launched a new five-year Strategic Plan that advances student success, strengthens collaborative partnerships and enhances its role as a driver of economic vitality in the region. Continue reading
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Health and Exercise Sciences
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
Wright State professor Karen Wonders honored for pioneering work in exercise oncology
WDTN-TV named Karen Wonders, a professor in Wright State’s School of Health and Exercise Science and founder of Maple Tree Cancer Alliance, as the 2025 Remarkable Woman of Dayton. Continue reading
Wright State’s Health Professions Day offers a healthy dose of career opportunities
Wright State’s annual Health Professions Day on Feb. 17 offers high school and college students the chance to learn about academic and career paths in health care. Continue reading
Education grant connects Wright State students with Dayton Regional STEM School for instructional education partnership
Wright State elementary education students collaborate with Dayton Regional STEM School 10th graders to design science and health lessons to use in the classroom Continue reading
Active learning
Wright State’s Raider Active courses help students gain confidence and learn activities to last a lifetime
Wright State University students can register for self-defense, Tai Chi, basketball, soccer, weight training, yoga and karate and receive credits toward graduation. Continue reading
Wright State graduates and faculty well represented at Ohio Athletic Trainers’ Association Awards ceremony
Wright State University graduates and faculty recently swept the major categories in this year’s Ohio Athletic Trainers’ Association Awards ceremony. Continue reading
Wright State introduces seven new or restructured undergraduate degrees
Students can now prepare for careers in engineering technology, environmental studies, health sciences, exercise science and agriculture through seven new or restructured degrees offered at Wright State. Continue reading
Wright State University and Premier Health more closely align operations, creating a transformational partnership
Wright State University’s partnership with Premier Health prioritizes producing more clinicians, nurses and other health care providers; spurring new research opportunities; and providing patients better access to vital medical care closer to home. Continue reading
2024 College of Health, Education and Human Services Outstanding Alumna
Lisa Gossett ’87Part of the series: 2024 Alumni Achievement Awards
Lisa Gossett has exemplified an unwavering commitment to nursing excellence and patient-centered care, establishing herself as an invaluable asset to the healthcare industry. Continue reading
Switch hitter
From sports medicine to fire and rescue, Wright State student’s career path changed for the better
Ryan Clark was inspired to pursue a career in emergency medical services after connecting with the Fairborn Fire Department during a course at Wright State. Continue reading
