Wright State Headlines
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Mar 27
Wright State biology student wins Three-Minute Thesis Competition with Parkinson’s research presentation
Graduate student Christina Minassian was honored for her three-minute presentation on her research of Parkinson’s disease. Continue reading
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Mar 26
Wright State earns Military Friendly Silver ranking for 2026–27
Wright State University was once again recognized for its commitment to military-connected students and their families with a Military Friendly School Silver ranking for 2026–2027. Continue reading
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Mar 26
Exceeding expectations
The Wright State University women’s bowling team continues to build momentum in just its third season as an NCAA Division I program. Continue reading
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Mar 25
Wright State students to host 12-hour dance marathon to support Dayton Children’s Hospital
Wright State University students will dance, play games and rally for 12 hours during Raiderthon, a student-led dance marathon that raises funds for Dayton Children’s Hospital, on March 28. Continue reading
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Mar 25
Raiders’ NCAA appearance brings Wright State into the national spotlight
Wright State’s return to the NCAA Tournament delivered more than a memorable game — it sparked pride across campus and far beyond, uniting fans in a shared moment on the national stage. Continue reading
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Alumni Association
Wright State to hold virtual commencement ceremony for spring graduates on Oct. 24
Wright State will hold a virtual commencement ceremony on Oct. 24 to celebrate Dayton Campus spring 2020 graduates and Lake Campus summer 2019 through spring 2020 graduates. Continue reading
Painting the town
Wright State alumna Shirley Tucker helps youths use their artistic talents for city murals
Wright State B.F.A. grad Shirley Tucker works with youth in the juvenile justice system to paint murals around Dayton. Continue reading
Wright State alumni named Ohio Teacher of the Year finalists
Joy McKarns ’93 is an eighth-grade language arts teacher at Northmont Middle School, and Tom Jenkins ’97, ’99 teaches eighth-grade science and STEM at Greenon Junior/Senior High School. Continue reading
State of the art
Wright State fine art alumna Dana L. Wiley navigates her gallery through the coronavirus
Dana L. Wiley has developed creative solutions to keep her art gallery operating through the coronavirus pandemic. Continue reading
Building confidence
Wright State alumna Katy Haddad uses engineering degree in constructing and renovating homes
Katy Haddad said Wright State’s engineering program gave her the tools and confidence to take on big construction projects. Continue reading
Helping hands
Scholarships and programs help former foster youth thrive at Wright State
D’Layne Wilens, an Independent Scholars Network student at Wright State, received support from the Rise. Shine. Scholarship fund. Continue reading
Going the distance
Wright State nursing alum Renee Quallen spearheads wellness and fitness for children in Clinton County
Wright State nursing grad Renee Quallen established 26th Mile Clinton County, a wellness and fitness program modeled after the Flying Pig program. Continue reading
Alumni Achievement Awards honor Wright State’s finest
This year’s honorees are Steven Bognar ’86; Steven Adams, ’87, ’89; Joey Monda ’12; Carol Graff; and James Helton ’04. Continue reading
Wright State acting grad Matt Neal launches Virtual Theatre
The Virtual Theatre, founded by 2007 graduate Matt Neal, will present “She Kills Monsters: Virtual Realms” online Aug. 7–16. Continue reading
Boonshoft School of Medicine alumna presented with 2020 Family Physician of the Year award
The Family Physician of the Year award is presented annually to a family physician in Ohio who exhibits extraordinary, beyond-the-call-of-duty merit. Continue reading
