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
Dramatic performance
Wright State theatre alum Sean Jeffries spreads his wings by teaching acting in China
After graduating from Wright State’s Theatre Program, Sean Jeffries taught drama and worked on professional productions in China for two years. Continue reading
Leadership program brings Bosnian high school students to Wright State
Students from Bosnia and Herzegovina learned about various programs and the admission process for international students during a visit to Wright State. Continue reading
Study finds children with intellectual disability have less access to health care than children with autism
The investigation was led by Kelly Haller, a second-year medical student at the Boonshoft School of Medicine. Continue reading
Branching out
Wright State changes model for recruiting international students
Wright State expands efforts to increase the diversity of its international student population. Continue reading
Quantum leap
Wright State alumna Nella Ludlow teaching trailblazing course in quantum computing
Nella Ludlow was invited to return to Wright State, where she received a master’s in computer science, to teach a quantum computing course in the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Continue reading
Thomas Traynor named dean of Raj Soin College of Business
Thomas Traynor had served as interim dean of the College of Business since 2017 after serving as associate dean for graduate studies and executive education. Continue reading
Wright State medical student researches Narcan access among heroin users
Research on addiction medicine has led third-year medical student Rachel Rhee to see the potential of working with that patient population after graduation. Continue reading
Wright State celebrates Transfer Week
Wright State University welcomed aspiring transfer students with a special admission event on Oct. 25. Continue reading
Economics alumni CareSource managers to give a career talk Nov. 7
Three Wright State economics alumni who work as managers at CareSource will discuss their careers and job roles with students and others at a campus forum. Continue reading
Gold standard
Wright State’s industrial engineering student chapter wins gold again
The Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers student chapter is thriving thanks to enthusiastic student leaders. Continue reading
