Wright State Headlines
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Jul 3
Wright State alum Lindsay Aitchison fulfills childhood space-agency dream
Wright State engineering alum Lindsay Aitchison received the 2025 College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies Outstanding Alumni Award. Continue reading
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Jul 2
Wright State business professor, alumnus honored by regional technology organizations
Technology First honored Amir Zadeh, professor of management information systems, as the 2024 Tech Educator of the Year and recognized grad Brandon Hubley with the Award of Excellence in the Student Project category. Continue reading
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Jul 1
Wright State University Foundation awards 11 Students First Fund projects
Student-focused initiatives — ranging from wellness and professional development to inclusive leadership and campus spirit — received 2025 Students First Fund grants from the Wright State University Foundation. Continue reading
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Jun 30
Gov. DeWine reappoints Board Treasurer Beth Ferris and names student Ella Vaught to Wright State Board of Trustees
Beth Ferris received a six-year term on the Wright State University Board of Trustees and Ella Vaught, a sophomore marketing major, received a two-year term. Continue reading
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Jun 26
Joe Gruenberg’s 40-Year support for Wright State celebrated with Honorary Alumnus Award
Forty years after helping build the first on-campus housing at Wright State, Joe Gruenberg continues to support the university. Continue reading
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Community Service
Leading man
Wright State faculty member Scott Williams helps lead Junior Leadership Dayton
Scott Williams, professor of management, finds inspiration as co-facilitator of YMCA Junior Leadership Dayton. Continue reading
A shot of confidence
Wright State alumnus donates dozens of shoes to elementary school students
Wright State marketing graduate Matt Cline operates Just a Pair of Shoes, which provides new shoes to young students in need. Continue reading
Dancing for a cause
Wright State’s Raiderthon hosted a 12-hour dance marathon to raise money for sick children. Continue reading
Familiar dance
Miracle Makers to hold the ninth annual Raiderthon on April 9
Returning to its successful pre-COVID format, Raiderthon will feature an in-person, 12-hour dance marathon to raise money for sick kids on April 9. Continue reading
Cozy comfort
Fleece blankets for sick and traumatized children were cut and tied by Wright State University students and employees in the Student Union Atrium. Continue reading
Never forgotten
Wright State Army ROTC cadets clean headstones at the Dayton National Cemetery
Beautifying the Dayton National Cemetery teaches Wright State Army ROTC that community service is an important part of being an officer and leader. Continue reading
Taking one for the team
Laughter could be heard throughout the Student Union as whipped cream pies were smashed in the faces of Wright State University administrators, faculty, staff and students. Continue reading
The spirit of giving and competition shining
The Raider Food Pantry at Wright State is hosting a food drive competition throughout March. Continue reading
Cozy kids
Wright State police officers donated dozens of hats, scarfs and mittens to help children at Mini University stay warm this winter. Continue reading
Bear hugs
Wright State marketing student Callista Hess is the driving force behind Bears4Children’s
Wright State marketing major Callista Hess and her family run an organization that delivers personalized teddy bears to sick children. Continue reading
