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
Water power
Paintings by Wright State arts alum Jennifer Rosengarten shine at Miami Valley Hospital South
Jennifer Rosengarten, who received her bachelor’s degree in painting from Wright State, was commissioned to create paintings for Miami Valley Hospital South. Continue reading
Amigos Latinx Gala planned for October
This year, the Amigos Latinx Gala will be held on Oct. 12 to correlate with Hispanic Heritage Month. Continue reading
Quiet study and group rooms now available in Dunbar Library
Users can reserve private study rooms available to individuals and groups in two-hour time blocks during Dunbar Library’s regular hours. Continue reading
Excellence in Service (Unclassified)
Amanda WatkinsPart of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2018
Amanda Watkins advocates for student veterans and military-connected students and ensures they receive the benefits they deserve. Continue reading
Peer Instruction workshop to teach lecture-free learning method
For educators interested in learning about Peer Instruction, the Office of Medical Education at the Boonshoft School of Medicine will offer a workshop on May 15. Continue reading
Work ready
Hundreds of Wright State students and alumni attended Career Fair 2019 Spring Semester in the Student Union March 19, eager to meet business recruiters looking to hire them. Continue reading
Philosophy of science expert Lydia Patton to speak at Wright State on data visualization March 26
The Erik C. Banks Memorial Lecture in Philosophy will feature a talk on “Picturing Democracy: How Data Visualization Promoted the Free Exchange of Ideas.” Continue reading
Wright State Theatre presents Sondheim’s Broadway hit ‘A Little Night Music’
Wright State Theatre’s production of “A Little Night Music” runs from March 21 to April 7 in the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center. Continue reading
Going dancing
Wright State Raider fans packed the Student Union Atrium on March 18 to find out who and where the women’s basketball team will play in the first round of the NCAA tournament. Continue reading
Wright State Hospitality Services launches fundraising campaign for breast cancer research
Pepsi will donate a portion of the proceeds of every Pepsi product sold in Hospitality Services locations through May 3 to the Pink Ribbon Girls. Continue reading
