Wright State Headlines
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Sep 19
Wright State University celebrates Constitution Day
Wright State University marked Constitution Day with a lively and historic celebration. Continue reading
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Sep 18
Nearly $3 million NSF grant positions Wright State to transform scrap metal recycling
Wright State is leading a $3 million National Science Foundation project that will use advanced technologies to help recycling plants turn scrap metal into new products while training workers and students in high-tech manufacturing. Continue reading
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Sep 17
2025 President’s Award for Excellence in Human Relations
Assistant Director Amanda Brewer is the steady hand and welcoming presence at the heart of the School of Fine and Performing Arts. Continue reading
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Sep 17
2025 President’s Award for Excellence in Leadership
Bethany DeLong, associate director for enrollment and retention in the College of Health, Education and Human Services, is a mentor, innovator and tireless advocate who has shaped the experience of countless Wright State students. Continue reading
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Sep 17
2025 President’s Award for Excellence in Service
Kathy Warden, manager of university space and special projects, is the behind-the-scenes force who ensures Wright State’s events and spaces run seamlessly. Continue reading
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Academics
Body work
Nursing students use augmented reality in patient assessment thanks to a computer science partnership
Wright State nursing students use augmented reality to better assess patients with virtual hearts, lungs and other internal body parts coming to life to enhance the learning experience. Continue reading
Social behavior
Wright State student research on the COVID-19 pandemic and social media to be presented at an international conference
A study by computer science and engineering students suggests that social media can detect COVID-19 news early and could be used to understand public reaction and to emergent pandemics. Continue reading
Novel approach
New science fiction book by David H. Wilson, Lake Campus professor of English, is making a splash
David H. Wilson, who writes under the pseudonym D. Harlan Wilson, released “Outré” in November. Continue reading
Princeton Review ranks Wright State as one of the top U.S. schools for aspiring entrepreneurs
Offered by the Raj Soin College of Business, the New Venture Creation M.B.A. concentration prepares students to build a successful business from the ground up. Continue reading
Flavor enhancer
Wright State psychology and Spanish student Jazline Gomez putting Pepe’s Mexican Flavors on the map
Jazline Gomez, who majors in psychology and Spanish at Wright State, named her restaurant, Pepe’s Mexican Flavors, after her father. Continue reading
Sky high
Wright State engineering students help a local middle school launch a high-altitude balloon
The Wright State students are members of the university’s chapter of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. Continue reading
At your service
Wright State alumnus Tom Thompson founds a nonprofit to help the immigrant community with critical needs
Wright State M.P.A. grad Tom Thompson has served in the Air Force, in municipal government, in law enforcement and operates a nonprofit that serves the region’s immigrant community. Continue reading
Museum magic
The ONEIL Center at Wright State helps Joyce Barnes launch an online museum dedicated to African Diaspora
The ONEIL Center developed the museum’s website, and a Students First Fund grant from the Wright State University Foundation is supporting students in creating content. Continue reading
Boonshoft School of Medicine professor and alum recognized with International Education Award
Katharine Conway, director of medical education for the Department of Family Medicine, was recognized by the University Center for International Education during International Education Week. Continue reading
Winsupply becomes corporate partner with Wright State’s College of Engineering and Computer Science
A recent Winsupply gift to the college supports student success initiatives, a top priority for the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Continue reading
