Wright State Headlines
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Jul 24
Wright State’s Lake Campus ranked as Ohio’s best value in higher education
Wright State’s Lake Campus was ranked as the best value among all Ohio colleges and universities by the financial planning website SmartAsset, thanks to its affordability, student success outcomes and financial aid support. Continue reading
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Jul 22
Wright State University earns Collegiate Purple Star renewal for support of military-connected students, veterans
Wright State University was once again recognized as a Collegiate Purple Star campus by the Ohio Department of Higher Education for its commitment to supporting military-connected students and veterans. Continue reading
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Jul 18
Five friends reunite in Wright State’s Boonshoft School of Medicine
Former College of Science and Mathematics Dean’s Circle leaders Gabbie Ramos, Cassie Poeppelman, Hannah Baumgardner, Hannah Davidson and Rahul Shah will continue their shared journey as classmates at the Boonshoft School of Medicine. Continue reading
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Jul 17
Wright State’s successful baseball season fuels excitement at youth summer camps
Young athletes flocked to Wright State’s baseball, soccer and basketball camps this summer, energized by the university’s athletic success and upgraded facilities. Continue reading
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Jul 14
Neurosurgeon earns Wright State’s Distinguished Alumni Award
Neurosurgeon Nicholas C. Bambakidis received the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award from the Wright State University Alumni Association. Continue reading
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Offices
Business, history, culture trip to Mexico wows Wright State students
Wright State University students spent 10 days in Mexico gaining a better understanding of the nuances of conducting business as well as to experience the Mexican culture. Continue reading
Social media vending giveaway a big hit during Homecoming Week
Social media-driven vending machine attracts hundreds during Homecoming promotion. Continue reading
Wright State’s Homecoming wraps up with weekend packed with activities
Wright State University’s 2017 Homecoming Festival will feature the annual Chili Cook-Off, a concert by former student and touring musician Clark Manson, special anniversary beers and the Black Alumni Reunion BBQ. Continue reading
Homecoming Week continues with golf cart parade, bonfire
A golf cart parade, a bonfire and several reunions highlight a packed day of Homecoming activities. Continue reading
Wright State at 50
University hitting its stride at the half-century mark
Originally founded as a branch campus of The Ohio State University and Miami University, Wright State became an independent institution in 1967. Continue reading
Homecoming Week kicks off with campus celebration
Wright State University’s 50th anniversary celebration culminates this week with more than 35 special Homecoming events. Continue reading
Vending trending
Social media-activated vending machine to be showcased at Wright State during Homecoming Week
A social media-activated vending machine that dispenses free hats, T-shirts, gift cards and other products will be on campus during Homecoming Week at Wright State, the first university in the region to have one. Continue reading
Wright State in the 2010s
The 2010s have been highlighted by the appointment of Cheryl B. Schrader as president; the dedication of the Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures; opening of new buildings; and a successful $167.7 million fundraising campaign. Continue reading
Wright State’s Homecoming Week packed with activities as university marks 50th anniversary
The special Homecoming Week features a golf cart parade, chili cook-off, bonfire, dining-in-the-dark event and a reunion of Wright State’s founding classes. Continue reading
Breaking Silences conference celebrates minds and bodies in all forms
The second Breaking Silences, Demanding Crip conference on Sept. 22-24 will explore “Standing in Solidarity.” Continue reading
