Science & Mathematics

2025 President’s Award for Outstanding Performance

Elizabeth Robbins, accountant, Fiscal Services
Posted on September 17, 2025 by Bob Mihalek

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
Posted on September 17, 2025 by Dennis Bova

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
Posted on September 17, 2025 by Dennis Bova

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
Posted on September 17, 2025 by Dennis Bova

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
Posted on September 17, 2025 by Kevin Tucker

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
Posted on September 17, 2025 by Dennis Bova

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

Posted on September 15, 2025 by Bob Mihalek

Wright State will recognize select staff and faculty members for their vital contributions to the university with the 2025 President’s Awards for Excellence during a ceremony on Sept. 17. Continue reading →

Wright State Magazine: 2025 class notes

Posted on August 20, 2025 by Wright State Media Team

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

Festival of Research celebrates experiential learning in College of Science and Mathematics

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Wright State Media Team

The annual Festival of Research provides a platform for students in the College of Science and Mathematics to showcase the scientific knowledge they have gained from research. Continue reading →

Five friends reunite in Wright State’s Boonshoft School of Medicine

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Dennis Bova

Former College of Science and Mathematics Dean’s Circle leaders Gabbie Ramos, Cassie Poeppelman, Hannah Baumgardner, Hannah Davidson and Rahul Shah will continue their shared journey as classmates at the Boonshoft School of Medicine. Continue reading →