Military & Veterans

Wright State Army ROTC commander shares history, meaning behind Memorial Day

Wright State Army ROTC cadets raise the flag in observane of Memorial Day.

Decoration Day, the precursor to Memorial Day, was first observed in the United States on May 30, 1868. Continue reading

Honorary doctorate another milestone for four-star Air Force General Janet Wolfenbarger

As a student at Beavercreek High School, her plan was to go to college at nearby Wright State University. Continue reading

Falling for skydiving—Golden Knight style

Photo of Wright State's Herb Dregalla (in yellow suit) skydiving with an Army Golden Knight

He felt the speed and the wind in his face. But he didn’t feel like he was falling. He was—from 14,000 feet at 120 miles an hour. Herb Dregalla, Ph.D., interim associate provost for Undergraduate Studies, dropped from the Texas … Continue reading

Wright State named military friendly for fourth consecutive year

Photo of two veteran students at Wright State's Veterans Appreciation Day.

One of the most prominent online resources for current and prospective military students… Continue reading

Veterans Day observances, activities on campus

Veterans Day, a day to honor and thank all who served in the United States armed forces, is Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012. Continue reading

Wright State named Military Friendly School—four years in a row!

Participants enjoyed a sports-themed buffet, family activities, giveaways and a basketball game.

Inclusion on the 2013 list of Military Friendly Schools shows Wright State University’s commitment to providing a supportive environment for military students. Continue reading

Leadership gained, fears lost for Wright State ROTC cadets

Photo of Derek Oda being instructed by a drill sergeant during his first day at the Leader’s Training Course.

On the front lines of battle, trying to steer a platoon of young soldiers on hazardous terrain while dodging whizzing bullets can create… Continue reading

Wright State Army ROTC Commander: Optimism our greatest Memorial Day decoration

Wright State Army ROTC cadets stand in formation as their commander makes remarks about Memorial Day.

“A decoration is more than just a ribbon, a flower or a medal. It is our way of gracing someone’s memory and service with honor… Continue reading

Raider Recon—ROTC

Student reporter Lara Donnelly, host of the monthly video series Raider Recon, puts on her flak jacket and joins the Air Force ROTC for training. Continue reading