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
Class of 2014 celebrates Spring Commencement
Wright State University honored more than 2,000 graduates during its Spring 2014 Commencement ceremony May 3 in the Nutter Center. Continue reading
Video—Expert on DNA evidence speaks at YSU
Except DNA evidence is becoming more widely used and necessary in criminal court cases. Dan Krane is a professor of biology at Wright State University and is one of the world’s foremost DNA experts. He’s served as a witness in over … Continue reading
Wright State President Hopkins tells graduates that future belongs to those with college degree
Wright State President David R. Hopkins told graduates that the value of a college degree has never been greater and urged them to change the world with their skills and passion. Continue reading
CECS named a finalist in ‘DBJ’s’ new Innovation Index Awards
College of Engineering and Computer Science named finalist in the Dayton Business Journal’s Innovation Index Awards for workforce development efforts. Continue reading
Liberal arts students share internship experiences, thank community partners
The testimonials from eager and thankful liberal arts students painted a clear picture—they value their chances to shine in professional environments as much as they value their entire educational experience. Continue reading
Boonshoft School of Medicine psychiatry professor receives highest award in aerospace medicine
Assistant professor Kent McDonald recognized for research in aviator personality, environmental stressors and their impact on optimal performance. Continue reading
Wright State community to celebrate NEC Building construction milestone with topping out ceremony
Wright State will mark a milestone in the construction of the Neuroscience Engineering Collaboration Building with a toping out ceremony May 2. Continue reading
Dermatologists offer free skin cancer screenings May 12–16
Wright State Physicians will offer free skin cancer screenings to promote early detection and prevention of skin cancers May 12 and 14. Continue reading
Boonshoft School of Medicine student selected as Howard Hughes Medical Research Fellow
Medical student at Boonshoft School of Medicine receives fellowship to research prostate cancer at the University of Michigan Medical School. Continue reading
Engineering students take home top honors at global health competition
Low-cost digital X-ray receptor earns Wright State engineering students top honors at the national health technologies competition. Continue reading
