Wright State Headlines
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Aug 29
Fall funhouse
Fall Fest, the annual celebration that highlights Weeks of Welcome at Wright State University, brought thousands of students, staff and faculty together for a carnival-themed day filled with fun, music, food and free giveaways. Continue reading
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Aug 28
WOW factor
Weeks of Welcome helps new and transfer students transition to college life with activities designed to build community and support student success. Continue reading
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Aug 27
Wright State and Sinclair College partner to launch engineering technology degree pathway
Wright State University and Sinclair Community College have launched a new transfer pathway that allows Sinclair students to seamlessly continue into Wright State’s Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology program to meet growing regional workforce demands. Continue reading
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Aug 26
From classroom to hall of fame
Wright State graduate Tom Jenkins’ induction into the National Teachers Hall of Fame reflects nearly 30 years of dedication, perseverance and steadfast belief in the transformative power of public education. Continue reading
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Aug 25
New works and Broadway favorites highlight Wright State’s 2025–26 theatre and dance season
Audiences can expect a season rich with laughter, suspense, heart and history as Wright State University’s 2025–26 theatre and dance lineup showcases both new works and beloved classics. Continue reading
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Alumni
Take flight
Wright State partnered with some of the Miami Valley’s leading aviation and community organizations to host the second Festival of Flight. Continue reading
Brew coup
Wright State history alumnus Dan Lauro works as the lead brewer at Carillon Brewing Co.
Dan Lauro said he is lucky to have one foot in the craft beer world and the other in the history and education world. Continue reading
Critical care
Wright State biology alumnus Orly Leiva goes above and beyond to train as a cardiologist
Orly Leiva is spending nine years in specialized residencies and fellowships as he trains in interventional and critical care cardiology. Continue reading
A passion for research
Shashaanka Ashili ’02 helps international graduate students in electrical engineering pursue their research dreams
During Wright Day to Give, alumnus Shashaanka Ashili will offer a matching gift challenge for donation to the Shashaanka Ashili International Grad Student Research Fund. Continue reading
Wright State theatre grad Joey Monda wins second Tony Award
Joey Monda won his second Tony Award as a producer of the “The Inheritance,” which was named Best Play. Continue reading
Fall class notes
Meet three outstanding alumni who are featured in the fall 2021 issue of the Wright State University Magazine. Continue reading
Wright State’s Homecoming Week features full schedule of on-campus activities
The annual bonfire and chili cookoff, trivia contest, Alumni Awards and Wright Day to Give highlight Wright State’s packed Homecoming Week Sept. 27 to Oct. 2. Continue reading
Festival of Flight returns to Wright State on Sept. 25
Wright State will host the Festival of Flight Sept. 25, from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Lot 1 in front of the Student Union. Continue reading
Where are they now? Model U.N.
Former Model U.N. members reflect on their experience and how it shaped who they are today
We tracked down former members of one of Wright State’s most prestigious and award-winning legacies to reflect on their experience and how it has shaped who they are today.
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Alumnus Bryan Bucklew appointed Wright State national trustee
Bryan Bucklew, a political science graduate of Wright State, is president and CEO of the Hospital Council of Northern and Central California. Continue reading
