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Internship helps Wright State student Nathan Fairweather see his impact — and his future in software engineering

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Michael Dunekacke

Computer science major Nathan Fairweather secured a rare first-year software engineering internship through Wright State’s Work Forward program, confirming his abilities and jump-starting his career. Continue reading →

Regional Workforce Summit at Wright State’s Lake Campus connects students, employers and community leaders

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Kris Sproles

Students, employers and community leaders gathered at the Lake Campus to discuss strengthening the regional workforce through collaboration and partnerships. Continue reading →

Wright State to expand nursing facilities to meet workforce needs and prepare more graduates for in-demand careers

$6 million investment will give more nursing students expanded training opportunities in modern facilities

Posted on February 20, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Wright State University will invest $6 million to expand and modernize its nursing facilities on the Dayton Campus, nearly doubling enrollment to more than 700 students to enhance training capacity and help meet regional workforce needs. Continue reading →

Wright State joins selective U.S. Space Command Academic Engagement Enterprise

Wright State students gain access to real-world space research and workforce pathways through U.S. Space Command

Posted on February 9, 2026 by Bob Mihalek

Wright State University joins a select group of institutions nationwide in U.S. Space Command’s Academic Engagement Enterprise, creating new opportunities for student involvement in space research and workforce development. Continue reading →

Student-run ReyRey Café celebrates decade of entrepreneurship at Wright State

Posted on January 28, 2026 by Kris Sproles

Wright State University celebrated the 10th anniversary of the student-run ReyRey Café and the official opening of its new location in Dunbar Library. Continue reading →

Wright State senior paints a new path through fine arts internship

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Dennis Bova

A new partnership between Wright State and the Miami Valley School is giving painting major Cienna Wallace real-world classroom experience and opening doors for future fine arts students interested in teaching. Continue reading →

Wright State partners with Coursera to expand career readiness opportunities

Platform gives students and employees access to professional certificates from Google, Meta, IBM and other industry leaders

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Bob Mihalek

Through a new partnership with Coursera’s Career Academy, Wright State students can explore career paths, develop high-demand skills and earn micro-credentials and professional certificates that prove job readiness to employers. Continue reading →

Nearly 1,000 Wright State students and alumni attend fall Career Fair

Posted on September 30, 2025 by Kris Sproles

Hundreds of students and alumni connected with potential employers and explored career and internship opportunities at Wright State University’s Fall 2025 Career and Internship Fair. Continue reading →

Nurturing minds and bodies

How Wright State is shaping health professionals for today and tomorrow

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Wright State Media Team

Wright State’s College of Health, Education and Human Services is preparing future health professionals through accelerated nursing degrees, new programs in exercise science, and initiatives that support the community’s mental and emotional well-being. Continue reading →

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