Chemistry

Flying high

Wright Flyer replica in Dunbar Library rises again after extensive cleaning
A woman in a Wright State shirt is dusting a life sized model of the Wright Flyer.

Dunbar Library’s replica of the 1903 Flyer was lowered over the summer for an extensive three-week cleaning project — its first since 2014. Continue reading →

Thirsting for life

Ghanaian international student dives into electrochemistry to help clean the drinking water of his home

Inspired by challenges at home, a Wright State researcher is working to make drinking water safer around the world. Continue reading →

Wright State University Foundation funds 11 projects to enhance student success

Students First Fund grants will support projects ranging from peer mentoring to campus engagement and career readiness

The Wright State University Foundation awarded $75,000 in Students First Fund grants to support innovative ideas from faculty, staff and students at the Dayton and Lake campuses. Continue reading →

Heavy metal learning

Wright State sparks interest in STEM careers through water testing program

Wright State University is helping Ohio high school students discover the real-world impact of science through a hands-on program that teaches them how to test and analyze water quality. Continue reading →

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

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 →

Nearly 1,100 students to graduate at Wright State’s fall commencement ceremonies

Wright State will hold its fall graduate commencement ceremony on Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. and its undergraduate commencement ceremony on Dec. 14 at 10 a.m. in the Nutter Center. Continue reading →

Life at the Lake: Lake Campus students dive into water studies

Wright State–Lake Campus offers STEM students a unique hands-on research opportunity to learn more about water quality. Continue reading →

2024 Wright State graduate launches chemistry career at water bottling company

Courtney Crone, who earned a master’s degree in chemistry from Wright State in 2024, was a standout teaching assistant and researcher in the College of Science and Mathematics. Continue reading →

Good chemistry

Dual chemistry and music major Ben Kressbach is thriving at Wright State

Ben Kressbach, who is originally from San Antonio, found the support he needed at Wright State to pursue his passion in chemistry and music. Continue reading →

2024 College of Science and Mathematics Outstanding Alumnus

Neil Thiesing ’92, ’95

Part of the series: 2024 Alumni Achievement Awards

At Wright State, Neil Thiesing developed a lifelong interest in chemistry, leading to a bachelor’s degree in 1992 and a master’s degree in organic chemistry in 1995. Continue reading →