Psychology

Summer of discovery

Wright State students take their research beyond campus to academic conferences across the continent
A man stands in a field full of plants, holding up a fly net. A man in the background is examining a finding.

From investigating invasive species to determining what temperature light makes someone perform at their best, students in the College of Science and Math shared their findings at summer conferences. Continue reading

Student-led SPARK program promotes health and wellness at Wright State

Peer educators are working to create a campus culture centered on connection, education and support for fellow students
Two woman stand at a booth, covered with a tablecloth and holding up a poster board with Counseling and Wellness information on it.

A team of students are making conversations about wellness more approachable by providing peer support and campus resources to fellow students. Continue reading

Wright State expands research and teaching capabilities with Ohio Supercomputer Center

Shared high performance computing resources enable work across disciplines and create new opportunities for students and faculty

Wright State’s partnership with the Ohio Supercomputer Center gives students access to large-scale computing power to run more complex work in an environment that mirrors real-world research computing. 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

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

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

Wright State alum shapes the future of AI in national defense

Time at Wright State helped propel Kevin Schmidt launch pioneering career with the Air Force

Kevin Schmidt, now developing cutting-edge AI technologies for the Air Force Research Laboratory, credits his success to the experiences he received during his behavioral neuroscience studies at Wright State. Continue reading

Wright State’s partnership with College2Careers empowers disabled students for college and career success

Wright State partners with College2Careers to provide students with disabilities with comprehensive support to complete their degrees, earn credentials and prepare for employment opportunities. Continue reading

This future doctor means business

Wright State management major Matthew Correll brings leadership skills to medicine, following family legacy in psychiatry

When Matthew Correll graduates this May from Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business, he’ll trade business presentations for patient consultations as a medical student at the Boonshoft School of Medicine. Continue reading