Wright State Headlines
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Sep 23
Wright State hosts thousands for the Air Force Marathon 5K and Health and Fitness Expo
Runners, walkers and volunteers from across the country and around the world descended on Wright State University to attend the Air Force Marathon Sports and Fitness Expo and participate in the Air Force 5K and Tailwind Trot. Continue reading
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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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Academics
Brian Rigling named dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science
Brian Rigling had served as interim dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science since July 2018. Continue reading
Wright State awarded nearly $1 million in Choose Ohio First grants for computer science scholarships
The grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education will help support student recruitment and continuation for the first two academic years. Continue reading
Science and Mathematics Dean Douglas Leaman named interim provost of Wright State
Douglas Leaman, dean of the College of Science and Mathematics, will join the leadership team of Susan Edwards, who will become the university’s eighth president on Jan. 1. Continue reading
Lofty success
Wright State alumna Kathy Moore tops artwork at prestigious Indiana competition
Artist and Wright State University alumna Kathy Moore enjoys success in art competitions. Continue reading
Jennifer Daniels named director of Wright State’s Clinical Trials Research Alliance
Jennifer Daniels is responsible for oversight of clinical research activities at Premier Health campuses, Wright State Physicians sites and community clinic locations. Continue reading
More than 1,400 students to graduate at Wright State’s 2019 fall commencement
Wright State’s 2019 fall commencement ceremony takes place on Saturday, Dec. 14, beginning at 10 a.m. in the Wright State Nutter Center. Continue reading
Forging her own path
Jennifer Troutman pursued a master’s in student affairs in higher education at Wright State after a life-altering experience. Continue reading
Research led by medical school staff member finds organizational leader assessments lacking
As part of her doctoral research, Colleen Hayden designed a study to help fill the absence of knowledge on the subject of leader engagement. Continue reading
MBA student Mandy Shoopman organizes tornado relief race
Wright State University MBA student Mandy Shoopman organized a 5K/10K run/walk to support The Foodbank and local residents impacted by the Memorial Day tornadoes. Continue reading
Navigation sensation
Wright State grad student Cassandra Clouse shines at a national military conference with her virtual reality research
Cassandra Clouse, who pursuing a Ph.D. in engineering at Wright State, studies how virtual reality environments can help people with PTSD. Continue reading
