Wright State Headlines
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Oct 4
Wright State celebrates Wright Brothers Day with hands-on learning and networking event
Wright Brothers Day at Wright State University celebrated the 119th anniversary of Wilbur Wright’s 39-minute flight on Huffman Prairie on Oct. 5, 1905. Continue reading
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Oct 3
Active learning
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
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Oct 2
Wright State staff member Jonathan Lu honored with national Military Medic of the Year Award
Jonathan Lu, director of Wright State’s Center for Health Professions and a retired master sergeant in the U.S. Army, was honored by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians. Continue reading
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Oct 1
Jane Wildermuth appointed university librarian at Wright State
Jane Wildermuth, who has worked in the Wright State University Libraries for 25 years, had served as interim university librarian since March. Continue reading
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Sep 30
Wright Day to Give scheduled for Oct. 1 and 2
Wright Day to Give donors are encouraged to “Give Back to the Pack” by supporting the area of campus that is most meaningful to them. Continue reading
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Academics
2024 President’s Award for Excellence in Human Relations (Classified)
Susan Brixey, administrative specialist, College of Science and Mathematics Advising OfficePart of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2024
A strong advocate for student success, Susan Brixey has had a profoundly positive impact on the lives of countless students. Continue reading
2024 President’s Award for Excellence in Leadership (Classified)
Tracey Hill, administrative support coordinator, School of Humanities and Cultural StudiesPart of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2024
Tracey Hill, administrative support coordinator in the School of Humanities and Cultural Studies, gives her job all she has and puts people first. Continue reading
2024 President’s Award for Excellence in Leadership (Unclassified)
Erika Gilles, associate director of academic affairs, College of Graduate Programs and Honors StudiesPart of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2024
The success of the newly formed College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies can be attributed in large part to Erika Gilles, associate director of academic affairs. Continue reading
2024 President’s Award for Excellence in Service (Classified)
Jennifer Limoli, office assistant, Department of Computer Science and EngineeringPart of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2024
A cornerstone in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Jennifer Limoli, office assistant, is recognized as a capable, committed and hard-working staff member. Continue reading
2023–24 Trustees’ Award for Faculty Excellence
Henry Chen, professor of electrical engineeringPart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24
Henry Chen, professor of electrical engineering, demonstrates a sustained and balanced contribution to the teaching, research and professional service mission of Wright State. Continue reading
2023–24 Brage Golding Distinguished Professor of Research
Anand Jeyaraj, professor of information systemsPart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24
Anand Jeyaraj, professor of information systems, has helped boost Wright State’s reputation through his research in the area of information systems. Continue reading
2023-24 Frederick A. White Distinguished Professor of Professional Service
Mindy McNutt, associate professor of leadership studies in education and organizationsPart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24
An effective servant leader, Mindy McNutt, associate professor of leadership studies in education and organizations, has actively engaged in numerous service activities at Wright State and in the community. Continue reading
2023–24 Robert J. Kegerreis Distinguished Professor of Teaching
Junjie Zhang, associate professor of computer sciencePart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24
Junjie Zhang, associate professor of computer science and director of the cybersecurity program, enjoys impressive accolades from his students, not only in their praise of his teaching but also through their success after graduation. Continue reading
2023–24 Presidential Award for Faculty Excellence: Early Career Achievement Award
Fathi Amsaad, assistant professor of computer sciencePart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24
Fathi Amsaad has excelled in everything asked of him and has quickly proven himself to be an invaluable asset to the College of Engineering and Computer Science and Wright State. Continue reading
2023–24 Presidential Award for Outstanding NTE Faculty: Service
Kayleigh Duncan, instructor of computer sciencePart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2023-24
Kayleigh Duncan, instructor of computer science, is passionate about student success and education and provides an excellent example of what student-focused service should be. Continue reading
