Wright State Headlines
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Jun 10
Wright State University launches new undergraduate scholarship for active-duty military
Active-duty military members, activated Guard members and reservists can pursue a bachelor’s degree at Wright State with support from the university’s new Active Duty Military Undergraduate Scholarship. Continue reading
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Jun 9
Wright State alum Nicole Scherzinger wins first Tony Award for starring role in ‘Sunset Boulevard’
Nicole Scherzinger, who studied musical theatre and acting at Wright State, received the Tony Award for best leading actress in a musical for “Sunset Boulevard.” Continue reading
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Jun 6
Wright State media highlights, June 1–6
Wright State made headlines this week with national and regional media coverage highlighting a historic NCAA upset, expert insight on consumer behavior, a new academic partnership in health care and an internship program preparing students for Ohio’s semiconductor industry. Continue reading
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Jun 6
From classroom to community: Christopher Moyer receives Wright State Volunteer Service Award
Christopher Moyer received the 2025 Tony Alexander Volunteer Service Award in recognition of his involvement in the Wright State Alumni Association. Continue reading
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Jun 5
Wright State launches AI-focused summer camp for high school, incoming college students
High school students and incoming college students can learn about AI through hands-on projects and collaborative learning during an AI Summer Camp offered by Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business. Continue reading
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Academics
Graduating Wright State medical students learn where they will pursue residency training at 2025 Match Day celebration
A graduating class of 119 medical students at the Boonshoft School of Medicine learned where their journeys as future doctors will continue during Match Day. Continue reading
Wright State Theatre to close out 2024–25 season with bittersweet musical ‘Alice by Heart’
Wright State Theatre will transport audiences to the fantastical depths of Wonderland with “Alice by Heart” from March 20 to 30 at the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center. Continue reading
12 local students win full-tuition scholarships to Wright State at Big Hoopla STEM Challenge
Wright State University, a proud sponsor of the Big Hoopla’s STEM Challenge, awarded full in-state tuition scholarships to 12 students at the STEM Challenge event. Continue reading
Wright State alum, faculty member Adam Deardorff leads new ALS clinic at Miami Valley Hospital South
Inspired by an experience as a resident, Wright State alum and faculty member Adam Deardorff has lead the charge on creating a new ALS Clinic at Miami Valley Hospital South. Continue reading
Traveling chalkboard inspires Wright State medical students to discuss death and dying
An interactive exhibit sparked deep reflection among Wright State medical students, encouraging them to answer the question: What do you want to do before you die? Continue reading
Wright State senior Katherine Dillard tunes up local church’s audio
Wright State anthropology major Katherine Dillard helped a local church secure funding to purchase hearing assistance technology as part of a Fundraising and Grant Writing course. Continue reading
Student art takes center stage at Wright State’s ArtsGala Auction
Artwork by two Wright State fine arts students will be up for auction at ArtsGala on April 5 to help raise funds for scholarships for fine and performing arts students. Continue reading
Centerville middle school student Aurora Spisak repeats as champ of Wright State Regional Spelling Bee, qualifying for national competition
Aurora Spisak, an eighth grader at Watts Middle School, will return to the annual Scripps National Spelling Bee after winning Wright State’s Regional Spelling Bee. Continue reading
Wright State’s Model UN team shines at annual Dayton conference
After competing in the Dayton Model UN conference, Wright State will represent Russia at the National Model United Nations Conference in New York City from April 5–11. Continue reading
Wright State retains Carnegie Research 2 classification
Wright State is committed to advancing impactful research and supporting doctoral education that enhances health care outcomes, promotes public well-being and enriches student learning experiences. Continue reading
