Wright State Headlines
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May 6
Sustained student effort brings pollinator garden to campus
Three years ago, a group of earth and environmental sciences students at Wright State University planted native wildflower seeds in starter trays with care, intention and optimism. Only grass sprouted. That wasn’t the beginning of the SEES garden they hoped … Continue reading
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May 4
Wright State’s student-run radio station earns national recognition with major equipment award
WWSU 106.9FM, Wright State’s student-operated radio station, received a major broadcast equipment upgrade that will improve its on-air sound quality and expand hands-on learning opportunities for students. Continue reading
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May 4
Moments that matter: Wright State’s Spring 2026 Commencement in photos
View a collection of images showcasing the joy and excitement of Wright State’s spring graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies. Continue reading
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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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Academics
Boonshoft School of Medicine faculty member chosen for national leadership program
Brenda J.B. Roman, M.D., is one of 54 individuals chosen nationally to be part of the 18th incoming class for ELAM®, the only program in the United States dedicated to preparing senior women faculty for positions of leadership at academic health centers. Continue reading
Wright State grad finds fame as python hunter
Growing up on an Ohio farm, Shawn Heflick was bitten by snake fever at the age of 7 when he saw his first Garter snake. Continue reading
History professor Jacob Dorn calls it a career, leaving his mark on Wright State from the school’s start
A Peterson pipe from Ireland dozes on his desk next to a pouch of tobacco. Continue reading
Taking the Reins
As new dean Rosalie O’Dell Mainous steers the College of Nursing and Health, she has one simple goal in mind. Continue reading
Wright State inks agreement with Turkish university
Wright State University officials have signed two agreements with a major university in Turkey that will allow the two institutions to exchange students and collaborate in research. Continue reading
Theatre alumnus “Dancing through Life” on “Wicked” national tour
K. J. Hippensteel didn’t always dream of being an actor . . . Continue reading
Lake Campus thriving as enrollment, applications grow
Bolstered by increases in enrollment and applications, Wright State University’s Lake Campus is bursting at the seams. University officials detailed that growth during their annual… Continue reading
Orthopaedic surgery faculty member named co-chair of Operation Smile Burns Program
Michael Johnson, M.D., will work to help individuals in developing areas of the world who suffer from correctable burn-related deformities. Continue reading
Wright State names new med school dean
Marjorie Bowman, M.D., M.P.A., professor and founding chair of the… Continue reading
Boonshoft School of Medicine student Laura Thornhill awarded MAP International Medical Fellowship
Thornhill will participate in a two-month-long international rotation at Bongolo Hospital in Lebamba, Gabon. Continue reading
