Wright State Headlines
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Jun 10
Wright State University launches new undergraduate scholarship for active-duty military
Active-duty military members, activated Guard members and reservists can pursue a bachelor’s degree at Wright State with support from the university’s new Active Duty Military Undergraduate Scholarship. Continue reading
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Jun 9
Wright State alum Nicole Scherzinger wins first Tony Award for starring role in ‘Sunset Boulevard’
Nicole Scherzinger, who studied musical theatre and acting at Wright State, received the Tony Award for best leading actress in a musical for “Sunset Boulevard.” Continue reading
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Jun 6
Wright State media highlights, June 1–6
Wright State made headlines this week with national and regional media coverage highlighting a historic NCAA upset, expert insight on consumer behavior, a new academic partnership in health care and an internship program preparing students for Ohio’s semiconductor industry. Continue reading
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Jun 6
From classroom to community: Christopher Moyer receives Wright State Volunteer Service Award
Christopher Moyer received the 2025 Tony Alexander Volunteer Service Award in recognition of his involvement in the Wright State Alumni Association. Continue reading
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Jun 5
Wright State launches AI-focused summer camp for high school, incoming college students
High school students and incoming college students can learn about AI through hands-on projects and collaborative learning during an AI Summer Camp offered by Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business. Continue reading
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Alumni
After career in secret work, Wright State grad is back in classroom—as teacher
Peering over wire-rimmed eyeglasses as she scribbles equations onto a blackboard with old-fashioned chalk, Betsy Stone Witt could easily be mistaken for a career math teacher. Continue reading
Wright State honors 11 outstanding alumni
During the ceremony, each college recognized former students who have gone on to make exceptional contributions to their professional fields while giving back to their communities. Continue reading
A gift of knowledge
Martinez said she chose one of her most cherished pieces to give to the college—a first edition textbook written by famed nurse Florence Nightingale. Continue reading
Alumna’s trailer park film to screen at Slamdance
PARK is the story of a girl living in a trailer park and drifting through life. Continue reading
A Daughter’s Love: Wright State graduate Judy Wyatt funds Patient-Centered Medical Home for People Living with Dementia
Judy Wyatt has always had a special bond with her mother, Stella. “My mother and I were born on the same day,” Wyatt recalled… Continue reading
Happy Birthday, Newsroom!
On December 14, 2010, the Wright State Newsroom was born. Continue reading
Four Wright State women honored in the “Ten Top Women of 2011”
Dayton Daily News recognized 10 women who are leaders in the Dayton community and contribute their time and talent for the greater good Continue reading
Wright State grad softens hardships for returning military veterans
It was a chance encounter with a military veteran struggling to get his college education that inspired Marilyn McCauley’s crusade. Continue reading
Wright State students, alumni rally at Ohio State game
Wright State students, alumni and other basketball fans turned out in force Nov. 11 for a game against No. 3 ranked Ohio State in Columbus. Continue reading
Raider fans called to help volleyball alum
The Wright State Athletic Department will host a weekend of events centered around Raider volleyball matches to help former WSU student-athlete Andrea (Voss) Vellinga. Continue reading
