Wright State Headlines
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Apr 30
More than 1,650 students to graduate this spring across Wright State’s Dayton and Lake Campuses
Wright State University will celebrate more than 1,650 graduates during its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies held April 30 through May 2 on the Dayton and Lake Campuses. Continue reading
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Apr 29
A path shaped by service
Mitch Eiting, who manages global philanthropy and corporate giving at Midmark Corporation, will be honored as the 2026 Lake Campus Outstanding Alumnus at commencement. Continue reading
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Apr 29
Wright State to award honorary doctorate to publishing executive Kirk Davis at spring commencement
Kirk Davis, a former musical theatre student who led the nation’s largest newspaper company, will receive an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters during Wright State’s commencement ceremony on May 2. Continue reading
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Apr 28
Wright State students spot the finish line, celebrate Spring Semester’s end at April Craze
The 14th annual April Craze gave students a chance to let loose, dance, enjoy great food and enjoy that summer is right around the corner. Continue reading
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Apr 28
Chick-fil-A near Wright State’s Dayton Campus approved by Beavercreek City Council
The new Chick-fil-A restaurant will serve as a foundational component of Raider Row, a larger commercial development planned on land near Wright State University that spans portions of both Beavercreek and Fairborn. Continue reading
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Around Campus
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Dunbar Library installs four stationary bike desks for studying
Students can stay physically active while studying by using new FitDesk bikes in Dunbar Library. Continue reading
Raider recharge
Campus Recreation’s Yoga in Nature class offers the Wright State community a chance to exercise and de-stress while enjoying a peaceful spot on campus: Garden for the Senses. Continue reading
Active citizen
Wright State student Gloria Pappaterra selected for Newman Civic Fellowship
Gloria Pappaterra, who majors in political science and sign language at Wright State, is driven by a need to serve others. Continue reading
2012 grad returns to Wright State to give English workshop
Ashley Velazquez, an assistant professor at the University of Washington-Bothell, gave a workshop on the Corpus and Repository of Writing (Crow) interface. Continue reading
Synchronized sound
Students and instructors from around the world could be found on Wright State University’s campus June 23 to 28 singing their hearts out during Camp A Cappella. Continue reading
Government grade
2019 Wright State dual-degree graduate Rahim Akrami embarks on a prestigious local government fellowship
Rahim Akrami, who graduated with master’s degrees in public administration and international and comparative politics, is serving a fellowship with the city of Dubuque, Iowa. Continue reading
Summer start
On June 21, Wright State hosted Healthy Start to Summer the Wright Way for anyone looking to improve their health and wellness. Continue reading
Paddle pals
Several Wright State students and staff took part in the first Try Kayaking event of the summer at Eastwood MetroPark. Continue reading
Wright State students gain leadership skills as fellows at Nonprofit Leadership Institute in Yellow Springs
Four Wright State students and a recent graduate received fellowships to participate in the Nonprofit Leadership Institute, offered by the Yellow Springs Community Foundation. Continue reading
Wright State’s Ellis Human Development Institute offering free psychological first aid for those impacted by Dayton tornadoes
Staff are available to talk about the impact of the experience on affected individuals, their friends and families and help them mobilize their strengths and seek support. Continue reading
