Academics

Beetle mania: Wright State researcher investigates insect’s secret to long life

Dean Rider

Wright State researcher Dean Rider is trying to learn blue beetle’s secret to a long life. Continue reading

Wright State Physicians president and CEO elected to American College of Physician Executives board

Alan P. Marco

Wright State Physicians President and CEO Alan P. Marco elected to the board of directors of the American College of Physician Executives. Continue reading

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

Dan Krane

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

Col. Kent McDonald

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