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
Collegiate Theatrics: Emma Jordan of Wright State University
Excerpt For people who have known her since she was a child, it may seem like Emma Jordan has been fated to live a life onstage. Growing up in her hometown of Dickson, she was acting on stages throughout Middle … Continue reading
It’s time to prepare for winter weather at Wright State
Winter weather came early this year, and it’s here to stay whether we like it or not. The November blast of arctic temperatures and heavy snow gave us all a wake-up call. Continue reading
Enjoy Renaissance holiday fun at the 32nd annual Madrigal Dinner
The Student Union Apollo Room will be transformed into an English manor of the Renaissance era for the annual Madrigal Dinner Dec. 11 to Dec. 14. Continue reading
Highly technical
Wright State’s Emma Harmeyer turns technical-writing internship into career start
Wright State communication major Emma Harmeyer turned a technical-writing internship into a full-time job when she graduates. Continue reading
Museum master
Wright State’s Jason Deibel offers his physics talents to the National Museum of the USAF
Wright State physics professor Jason Deibel is helping the National Museum of the United States Air Force develop its STEM programs. Continue reading
Craig Woolley named Wright State’s chief information officer
Craig Woolley, assistant vice president at University of South Florida Information Technology, will join Wright State as chief information officer in January. Continue reading
Listen to ‘Holidays in the Heartland’ on Dayton Public Radio this Thanksgiving
Wright State’s popular “Holidays in the Heartland” concert will be rebroadcast on Dayton Public Radio on Thanksgiving. Continue reading
Jay Albayyari named dean of Wright State’s Lake Campus
Jay Albayyari will assume the position of Lake Campus dean on July 1, 2015, and will begin as dean elect on April 1, 2015. Continue reading
2014 International Education Award goes to Kirsten Halling
Associate French professor Kirsten Halling helped spur growth of Wright State’s French program, led French Immersion Days and nurtured appreciation of France. Continue reading
TV star, transgender advocate Laverne Cox to give Presidential Lecture
“Orange Is the New Black” star Laverne Cox will discuss “Ain’t I a Woman: My Journey to Womanhood” as part of the Presidential Lecture Series on Dec. 2. Continue reading
