Wright State Headlines
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Jul 2
Wright State business professor, alumnus honored by regional technology organizations
Technology First honored Amir Zadeh, professor of management information systems, as the 2024 Tech Educator of the Year and recognized grad Brandon Hubley with the Award of Excellence in the Student Project category. Continue reading
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Jul 1
Wright State University Foundation awards 11 Students First Fund projects
Student-focused initiatives — ranging from wellness and professional development to inclusive leadership and campus spirit — received 2025 Students First Fund grants from the Wright State University Foundation. Continue reading
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Jun 30
Gov. DeWine reappoints Board Treasurer Beth Ferris and names student Ella Vaught to Wright State Board of Trustees
Beth Ferris received a six-year term on the Wright State University Board of Trustees and Ella Vaught, a sophomore marketing major, received a two-year term. Continue reading
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Jun 26
Joe Gruenberg’s 40-Year support for Wright State celebrated with Honorary Alumnus Award
Forty years after helping build the first on-campus housing at Wright State, Joe Gruenberg continues to support the university. Continue reading
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Jun 25
Wright State’s elementary education program earns A+ rating for math teacher training
Wright State’s elementary education P–5 program was honored with the top grade for elementary math teacher preparation from the National Council on Teacher Quality. Continue reading
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Academics
Excellence in Human Relations (Classified)
Dawn BankerPart of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2020
Dawn Banker, administrative specialist in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, is dedicated to making life easier for those around her. Continue reading
Excellence in Leadership (Unclassified)
Nick ChristianPart of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2020
Nick Christian took the reins on several highly impactful events organized by the College of Science and Mathematics, making a lasting impression on students, faculty and staff alike. Continue reading
Student entrepreneurs compete for startup funds during Wright Venture
Five student entrepreneurs will present their business ideas to a panel of judges during Wright Venture on April 7. Continue reading
Wright State to implement student health insurance requirement starting this fall
“Health insurance can help ensure that students have access to reliable medical care while also protecting them from unplanned medical bills.” Continue reading
Wright State women leaders honored for promoting gender equity
The Wright State Women’s Center honored Debra Radford, Kathy Engisch and Lynn Hartzler with Gender Equity Awards. Continue reading
Amy Thompson of University of Toledo named provost at Wright State
Amy Thompson is the senior vice provost of academic affairs and acting dean of the College of Graduate Studies at the University of Toledo. Continue reading
Seven Wright State students honored with Best Peer Mentor awards
Wright State students were honored for the vital help and support they provide classmates during the inaugural Peer Mentorship Award Ceremony. Continue reading
Wright State awarded over $1.2M in Choose Ohio First scholarship money for students in STEMM
Choose Ohio First scholars work with career and academic advisers from their first year of enrollment through graduation. Continue reading
Touching tribute
An estate gift creates an endowment honoring the late Wright State professor Larry Kurdek
An estate gift from his twin brother, Leonard, will allow the Dr. Larry Kurdek Endowed Scholarship to continue for perpetuity. Continue reading
Stage set for annual ArtsGala at Wright State
The Dayton region’s most festive and unique arts event is scheduled for Saturday, April 9, with an impressive program featuring student performances in theatre, dance, motion pictures, music and visual arts. Continue reading
