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
Wright State Theatre opens new season with comedic farce ‘The Liar’
Wright State Theatre will open its 2023–24 season with “The Liar,” a comedic farce adapted by playwright David Ives, from Sept. 29 to Oct. 8 in the Festival Playhouse. Continue reading
Wright State Theatre’s 2023–24 season features classic and contemporary dramas, musicals and dance
Marya Spring Cordes, professor in acting and musical theatre, is the first woman to serve as artistic director of Wright State Theatre. Continue reading
Wright State Wind Symphony invited to perform at national college band conference
This is the first time a Wright State music ensemble has been invited to perform at the College Band Directors National Association North Central Division Conference. Continue reading
Concert in downtown Dayton to showcase Wright State fine and performing arts students, faculty
Wright State ArtsLive!: A Celebration of Fine and Performing Arts will take place on Sept. 21 at Levitt Pavilion in downtown Dayton. Continue reading
Let there be light
Finance expert with longtime love for filmmaking helps motion pictures students
Wright State graduate Mark Black, a financial planner and independent film fan, gives back and helps motion picture students achieve their dreams. Continue reading
ArtsGala: A celebration of students, scholarships and skills
A classy and classic gala that showcases outstanding fine and performing arts students and raises money to help those students complete their education. Continue reading
Connecting arts to the community
Community groups are a supporting cast for arts on campus
Being actively engaged with neighboring arts groups helps Wright State’s fine and performing arts students have life-changing experiences. Continue reading
Wright State, Dayton Performing Arts Alliance to collaborate on new series of performances
The formal partnership will allow Wright State fine and performing arts students and faculty to perform alongside industry professionals and artists in Dayton Performing Arts Alliance’s productions. Continue reading
Photo development
Wright State staff member Ashley Cheak pushes artistic boundaries during a fellowship at Dayton Art Institute
As a Yeck College Artist Fellow, Ashley Cheak experimented with alternative photographic processes and darkroom techniques to elevate her understanding of photography. Continue reading
Exhibiting support
Wright State alumna Dana L. Wiley hopes an exhibition will help students bridge the gap from graduation to careers in the arts
A talented group of 17 Wright State students and alumni is showcasing their artwork at the Dana L. Wiley Gallery in the “Bridge EDU: Support, Connect” exhibition. Continue reading
