Wright State Headlines
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May 12
Marty Sexton appointed dean of Wright State’s College of Health, Education and Human Services
Marty Sexton previously served as acting dean and associate dean of Wright State’s College of Health, Education and Human Services. Continue reading
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May 12
Eye in the sky
Wright State’s Police Department adds new innovative drone technology to enhance campus safety. Continue reading
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May 9
Wright State media highlights, May 3–9
Wright State made headlines this week with media coverage highlighting commencement celebrations, student success, alumni achievements and faculty expertise. Continue reading
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May 8
Wright State alum shapes the future of AI in national defense
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
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May 7
Wright State surgery professor Priti Parikh selected for prestigious academic medicine leadership fellowship
Priti Parikh, professor of surgery at the Boonshoft School of Medicine, was named an Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM) Fellow at Drexel University College of Medicine for 2025–26. Continue reading
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Student Success
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
Wright State to take part in degree-attainment study in partnership with Stellic
Wright State will work with Stellic to improve student outcomes and increase opportunities for students from underrepresented groups. Continue reading
Peer Mentoring Programs help new students navigate and succeed at Wright State
Peer Mentoring Programs connect students with a peer coach who is trained on Wright State resources and knows when to connect students to a success coach, advisor or student advocate. Continue reading
Paul Lockhart, Peggy Kelly named Faculty Fellows at the Center for Faculty Excellence
Peggy Kelly was named the Faculty Fellow for Pedagogy and Paul Lockhart is the Faculty Fellow for Scholarship. Continue reading
Explore Raider life at Wright State’s Open House on Jan. 29
Future students and their families can learn more about Wright State, explore majors and programs, and tour the Dayton Campus during Raider Open House on Saturday, Jan. 29, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Continue reading
Fall 2021 commencement ceremonies in photos
Wright State’s class of 2021 celebrated graduation during fall commencement ceremonies on Dec. 10–11 in the Nutter Center. Continue reading
Nearly 1,200 students graduate at Wright State’s fall commencement ceremonies
Wright State University President Sue Edwards, Ph.D., addressed the class, urging students, family and friends to savor the accomplishment of earning a college degree and to drive toward their next adventure. Continue reading
Nearly 1,200 students to graduate at Wright State’s fall commencement
Wright State will hold commencement ceremonies in the Wright State Nutter Center for its Graduate School on Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. and for undergraduate students on Dec. 11 at 10 a.m. Continue reading
Learn why it’s a great time to be a Raider at Wright State’s open house Oct. 30
Sessions and tours will be offered at various times during Raider Open House, allowing students to personalize their experience and learn more about topics that interest them. Continue reading
