Wright State Headlines
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Sep 24
Active-duty artists share artwork at Wright State exhibit
Active-duty service members stationed at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base shared another side of their experiences through “Active Duty Artists,” an exhibition at Wright State University’s Robert and Elaine Stein Galleries. Continue reading
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Sep 23
Wright State and Dayton Performing Arts Alliance collaborate on production of ‘West Side Story’
In the second collaboration between Wright State and Dayton Performing Arts Alliance, the university’s students, alumni and faculty will work and perform alongside industry professionals. Continue reading
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Sep 23
Wright State hosts thousands of runners for the Air Force Marathon 5K and Health and Fitness Expo
Runners, walkers and families filled Wright State University’s Dayton Campus for the Air Force Marathon’s Health and Fitness Expo, 5K race and Tailwind Trot 1K Kids Run. Continue reading
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Sep 22
Wright State enrollment continues to grow, reaching 12,157 students
The number of first-time students, transfer students and College Credit Plus participants at Wright State increased in fall 2026. Continue reading
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Sep 22
Wright State University honors staff for excellence, innovation and service
A select group of staff members will be honored with the 2026 President’s Awards for Excellence, recognizing excellence in human relations, leadership, service, performance, innovation and student success. Continue reading
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Arts Scene
Chamber String Orchestra will present its first concert of Fall Semester
The Wright State University Chamber String Orchestra will present a special performance on Oct. 6 at 3:30 p.m. in the Student Union Atrium. Continue reading
Painting the town
Wright State alumna Shirley Tucker helps youths use their artistic talents for city murals
Wright State B.F.A. grad Shirley Tucker works with youth in the juvenile justice system to paint murals around Dayton. Continue reading
State of the art
Wright State fine art alumna Dana L. Wiley navigates her gallery through the coronavirus
Dana L. Wiley has developed creative solutions to keep her art gallery operating through the coronavirus pandemic. Continue reading
Wright State Theatre performances in 2019-20 win applause from Dayton Most Metro
Theatre reporter Russell Florence Jr. said he was impressed with Wright State Theatre’s “wonderful knockouts.” Continue reading
Wright State acting grad Matt Neal launches Virtual Theatre
The Virtual Theatre, founded by 2007 graduate Matt Neal, will present “She Kills Monsters: Virtual Realms” online Aug. 7–16. Continue reading
Suttle fame
Music video by Wright State employees Jamie and Chris Suttle airs on a national country music network
New video for “Chasing Smoke” earns Jamie Suttle and her band national exposure. Continue reading
Photo opportunity
Wright State photography student Katie Burianek selected as prestigious Yeck Fellow
Wright State student Katie Burianek says photography enables her to tell a story with a single image. Continue reading
Wright State theatre alum Jasmine Batchelor starring in ‘The Surrogate’
Wright State theatre alumna Jasmine Batchelor has received critical acclaim for her performance in “The Surrogate.” Continue reading
Unity rock
Wright State associate professor teams up with a 2018 grad and his son to paint a message of unity on the Wright State Rock. Continue reading
Wright State piano student David Chi-Tou Lao takes top honor in two statewide piano competitions
David Chi-Tou Lao, a piano performance major in the School of Music, bested competitors from a total of 11 universities and conservatories in the state competitions. Continue reading
