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
Dental destiny
Air Force clinic inspires aerospace engineer to pursue career in dentistry
A visit to the dental clinic at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base inspired aerospace engineer Jun Kyung Ko to pursue a new career in dentistry. Continue reading
Wright State celebrates its student research
More than 100 poster and oral presentations by Wright State University student researchers were delivered April 11 during the annual Celebration of Research, Scholarship and Creative Activities. Continue reading
Wright State breaks ground on Creative Arts Center renovation project
The Creative Arts Center project include new gallery space, art and performance studios, motion picture production studio, classrooms and an iconic, accessible entrance. Continue reading
Boonshoft School of Medicine lecture to focus on public health ethics and climate change
A Public Health Grand Rounds on “Climate Change and Public Health” will explore how the local public health community should respond to climate change. Continue reading
Technical and Professional Writing program receives donated software
Wright State technical writing students work with state-of-the-art computer programs thanks to donations from two leading software companies. Continue reading
International researcher in virtual training of physicians speaks at Wright State
International research scientist caps visit to Wright State with a seminar to discuss virtual simulators for training physicians. Continue reading
Wright State student crowned Ms. Wheelchair Ohio, advances to national pageant
Wright State student Elizabeth Schrack won the 2014 Ms. Wheelchair Ohio pageant and will represent the state at a national competition in August. Continue reading
Wright State is host facility for Air Camp again this summer
Middle school students can apply now online
Air Camp provides an introduction to the wonders of flight and the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) of aviation and aeronautics. Continue reading
Afghan who translated for U.S. troops finds new life at Wright State
Excerpt Ziaullah Anwari had never ordered a hamburger at a Sonic drive-in or shopped at Wal-Mart. Anwari, 22, counts those everyday experiences among his first-ever in America since he moved to Fairborn from his home country, Afghanistan. The Wright State … Continue reading
Wright State goes Mad (Men) for new literature course
Wright State course uses the TV show “Mad Men” to examine the influence literature has had on pop culture. Continue reading
