Wright State Headlines
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Apr 30
More than 1,650 students to graduate this spring across Wright State’s Dayton and Lake Campuses
Wright State University will celebrate more than 1,650 graduates during its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies held April 30 through May 2 on the Dayton and Lake Campuses. Continue reading
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Apr 29
A path shaped by service
Mitch Eiting, who manages global philanthropy and corporate giving at Midmark Corporation, will be honored as the 2026 Lake Campus Outstanding Alumnus at commencement. Continue reading
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Apr 29
Wright State to award honorary doctorate to publishing executive Kirk Davis at spring commencement
Kirk Davis, a former musical theatre student who led the nation’s largest newspaper company, will receive an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters during Wright State’s commencement ceremony on May 2. Continue reading
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Apr 28
Wright State students spot the finish line, celebrate Spring Semester’s end at April Craze
The 14th annual April Craze gave students a chance to let loose, dance, enjoy great food and enjoy that summer is right around the corner. Continue reading
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Apr 28
Chick-fil-A near Wright State’s Dayton Campus approved by Beavercreek City Council
The new Chick-fil-A restaurant will serve as a foundational component of Raider Row, a larger commercial development planned on land near Wright State University that spans portions of both Beavercreek and Fairborn. Continue reading
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Academics
Wright State’s annual ArtsGala auction to spotlight student artwork
Two Wright State art students will have their work featured in the ArtsGala silent auction on April 11, showcasing their growth as artists while helping support scholarships for fine and performing arts students. Continue reading
Wright State biology student wins Three-Minute Thesis Competition with Parkinson’s research presentation
Christina Minassian earned a spot in the regional 3MT competition at the Midwest Association of Graduate Schools Conference
Graduate student Christina Minassian was honored for her three-minute presentation on her research on Parkinson’s disease. Continue reading
Wright State earns Military Friendly Silver ranking for 2026–27
Ranking is latest in a growing list of recognitions for Wright State’s support of military-connected students and their families
Wright State University was once again recognized for its commitment to military-connected students and their families with a Military Friendly School Silver ranking for 2026–2027. Continue reading
Building belonging
Tonya Mathis ’98, ’02 has spent her career helping organizations build cultures where people thrive
Tonya Mathis, who earned degrees in rehabilitation services and education from Wright State, credits the university with helping her find her voice and define her purpose. Continue reading
‘Here’s your opportunity. Go take it.’
Internship helps Wright State student Nathan Fairweather see his impact — and his future in software engineering
Computer science major Nathan Fairweather secured a rare first-year software engineering internship through Wright State’s Work Forward program, confirming his abilities and jump-starting his career. Continue reading
New course gives Wright State students real-world experience in genetics research
Thanks to a gift from three-time Wright State University graduate Doug Hull, a new class offers students experiential learning opportunities in the fields of genetics and genomics. Continue reading
Wright State medical students discover where next journey as future doctors will continue at 2026 Match Day celebration
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine students learned where they will train as resident physicians, tearing open match envelopes at noon during the annual Match Day ceremony. Continue reading
Wright State Police Chief Kurt Holden graduates from FBI National Academy
Kurt Holden, Wright State’s chief of police and director of public safety, will bring national-level training and global connections back to campus after graduating from the FBI National Academy. Continue reading
Wright State University awards full-tuition scholarships to 12 students at Big Hoopla STEM Challenge
Wright State awarded full in-state tuition scholarships to 12 students during the Big Hoopla’s STEM Challenge, celebrating young learners who demonstrated outstanding engagement in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Continue reading
Wright State alumnus securing the world’s inboxes
Friendships, mentorship and hands-on research at Wright State helped Medha Karri '21 build a global career in cybersecurity
As a graduate student at Wright State, Medha Karri developed technical expertise and the interpersonal skills that shape his career in cybersecurity. Continue reading
