Science & Mathematics

Wright State partners with Coursera to expand career readiness opportunities

Platform gives students and employees access to professional certificates from Google, Meta, IBM and other industry leaders

Through a new partnership with Coursera’s Career Academy, Wright State students can explore career paths, develop high-demand skills and earn micro-credentials and professional certificates that prove job readiness to employers. Continue reading

Donors invited to ‘Give Back to the Pack’ on Wright Day to Give, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1

Wright Day to Give donors are encouraged to support the university area that is most meaningful to them on Sept. 30 and Oct. 1. Continue reading

2025 President’s Award for Outstanding Performance

Elizabeth Robbins, accountant, Fiscal Services

Part of the series: 2025 Staff President's Awards for Excellence

Accountant Elizabeth Robbins’ dedication, resourcefulness and willingness to go above and beyond have made her indispensable to her colleagues. Continue reading

2024–25 Trustees’ Award for Faculty Excellence

Yvonne Vadeboncoeur, professor of biological sciences

Part of the series: 2024–25 Faculty Awards for Excellence

From the Great Lakes to New Zealand, Yvonne Vadeboncoeur, professor of biological sciences, has helped change the way the world understands water, ecosystems and the environment. Continue reading

2024–25 Brage Golding Distinguished Professor of Research

Valerie Shalin, professor of psychology

Part of the series: 2024–25 Faculty Awards for Excellence

Psychology Professor Valerie Shalin’s research can be found in unexpected and extraordinary areas — from NASA missions to emergency response to the future of artificial intelligence. Continue reading

2024–25 Frederick A. White Distinguished Professor of Professional Service

Volker Bahn, associate professor of biological sciences

Part of the series: 2024–25 Faculty Awards for Excellence

Volker Bahn, associate professor of biological sciences, is a champion of conservation whose impact stretches from the Wright State campus woods to international ecological research. Continue reading

2024–25 Presidential Award for Outstanding NTE Faculty: Teaching

Ajani Ross, lecturer of physics

Part of the series: 2024–25 Faculty Awards for Excellence

Physics Lecturer Ajani Ross’ innovative teaching and mentorship light up the classroom and inspire students to reach for the stars. Continue reading

2024–25 Presidential Award for Excellence: Community Engagement

Don Cipollini, professor of biological sciences

Part of the series: 2024–25 Faculty Awards for Excellence

Wright State biologist Don Cipollini’s ability to share knowledge clearly and passionately has made him a trusted voice about the wonders of the natural world. Continue reading

Wright State University honors staff and faculty for excellence

Wright State recognized select staff and faculty members for their vital contributions to the university with the 2025 President’s Awards for Excellence. Continue reading

Wright State Magazine: 2025 class notes

Meet two outstanding alumni who are featured in the 2025 issue of the Wright State University Magazine. Continue reading