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Wright State’s Boonshoft School of Medicine ranked No. 1 in Ohio for producing primary care physicians in U.S. News rankings

Programs across engineering, business and health fields were also recognized locally and nationally

Nationally, the Boonshoft School of Medicine ranks 43rd — placing it in the top 25% — among 172 medical schools for primary care graduates in U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings. Continue reading

ArtsGala to showcase Wright State students’ artistic growth with elegant entertainment extravaganza

Wright State ArtsGala returns Saturday, April 11, in the Creative Arts Center, offering an evening of performances, fine dining and a silent auction to support student scholarships in theatre, dance, music, motion pictures and visual art. Continue reading

From dance to data, Wright State students showcase research at annual celebration

Research from students in six colleges and dozens of disciplines took center stage at Wright State’s Celebration of Undergraduate and Graduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Activities. Continue reading

Wright State students raise more than $59,000 for Dayton Children’s Hospital at Raiderthon

Raiderthon raised more than $59,000 for Dayton Children’s Hospital, pushing its cumulative total to more than $600,000 in the last 13 years. Continue reading

Wright State retains Carnegie Research 2 classification, reinforcing national research impact

Maintaining the R2 designation signals Wright State’s continued commitment to advancing discovery while training the next generation of researchers and professionals. Continue reading

Wright State’s annual ArtsGala auction to spotlight student artwork

Two Wright State art students will have their work featured in the ArtsGala silent auction on April 11, showcasing their growth as artists while helping support scholarships for fine and performing arts students. Continue reading

Wright State earns Military Friendly Silver ranking for 2026–27

Ranking is latest in a growing list of recognitions for Wright State’s support of military-connected students and their families

Wright State University was once again recognized for its commitment to military-connected students and their families with a Military Friendly School Silver ranking for 2026–2027. Continue reading

Wright State students to host 12-hour dance marathon to support Dayton Children’s Hospital

Wright State University students will dance, play games and rally for 12 hours during Raiderthon, a student-led dance marathon that raises funds for Dayton Children’s Hospital, on March 28. Continue reading

Raiders’ NCAA appearance brings Wright State into the national spotlight

Wright State’s March Madness run sparks pride across the region

Wright State’s return to the NCAA Tournament delivered more than a memorable game — it sparked pride across campus and far beyond, uniting fans in a shared moment on the national stage. Continue reading

Wright State medical students discover where next journey as future doctors will continue at 2026 Match Day celebration

Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine students learned where they will train as resident physicians, tearing open match envelopes at noon during the annual Match Day ceremony. Continue reading