Academics

Turning injury into impact

Wright State alumna Siobhan Fagan ’04 channels her own experience into a career supporting young athletes

Posted on April 7, 2026 by Kevin Tucker

Because her own athletic career was cut short due to injury, Siobhan Fagan ’04 has made it her goal as an athletic trainer to ensure others in her care don’t suffer a similar fate. Continue reading →

From dance to data, Wright State students showcase research at annual celebration

Posted on April 2, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Research from students in six colleges and dozens of disciplines took center stage at Wright State’s Celebration of Undergraduate and Graduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Activities. Continue reading →

A lifetime of curiosity

Jackie Janning-Lask ’88, ’94 honored as 2026 College of Engineering and Computer Science Outstanding Alumna

Posted on April 2, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

A childhood filled with curiosity and invention inspired Wright State alum Jackie Janning-Lask to pursue a career focused on engineering, leadership and public service. Continue reading →

Wright State retains Carnegie Research 2 classification, reinforcing national research impact

Posted on March 31, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Maintaining the R2 designation signals Wright State’s continued commitment to advancing discovery while training the next generation of researchers and professionals. Continue reading →

Wright State’s annual ArtsGala auction to spotlight student artwork

Posted on March 30, 2026 by Dennis Bova

Two Wright State art students will have their work featured in the ArtsGala silent auction on April 11, showcasing their growth as artists while helping support scholarships for fine and performing arts students. Continue reading →

Wright State biology student wins Three-Minute Thesis Competition with Parkinson’s research presentation

Christina Minassian earned a spot in the regional 3MT competition at the Midwest Association of Graduate Schools Conference

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Graduate student Christina Minassian was honored for her three-minute presentation on her research on Parkinson’s disease. Continue reading →

Wright State earns Military Friendly Silver ranking for 2026–27

Ranking is latest in a growing list of recognitions for Wright State’s support of military-connected students and their families

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Wright State University was once again recognized for its commitment to military-connected students and their families with a Military Friendly School Silver ranking for 2026–2027. Continue reading →

Building belonging

Tonya Mathis ’98, ’02 has spent her career helping organizations build cultures where people thrive

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Kevin Tucker

Tonya Mathis, who earned degrees in rehabilitation services and education from Wright State, credits the university with helping her find her voice and define her purpose. Continue reading →

‘Here’s your opportunity. Go take it.’

Internship helps Wright State student Nathan Fairweather see his impact — and his future in software engineering

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Michael Dunekacke

Computer science major Nathan Fairweather secured a rare first-year software engineering internship through Wright State’s Work Forward program, confirming his abilities and jump-starting his career. Continue reading →

New course gives Wright State students real-world experience in genetics research

Posted on March 23, 2026 by Kim Patton

Thanks to a gift from three-time Wright State University graduate Doug Hull, a new class offers students experiential learning opportunities in the fields of genetics and genomics. Continue reading →