Wright State Headlines
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Oct 28
Wright State’s cybersecurity program awarded nearly $200,000 to strengthen workforce development efforts
SecureAM Pathways will connect Wright State’s cybersecurity program with local employers to identify workforce needs and prepare students to fill in-demand roles after graduation. Continue reading
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Oct 27
Wright State brings community partners together for Campus Safety Day
Wright State’s campus came alive with flashing lights, emergency vehicles and interactive activities as students, faculty and staff gathered for the university’s second Campus Safety Day. Continue reading
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Oct 26
Wright State Dean Timothy Bunning inducted into National Academy of Engineering
Timothy Bunning, interim dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science, was elected to the National Academy of Engineering for pioneering research that uses liquid crystal materials to control light for commercial and defense applications. Continue reading
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Oct 23
Finding the Wright Path
After returning to college at 46, Monica Sewell found a clear roadmap to her degrees through Wright State’s Wright Path Program — and now she’s helping other transfer students find their way. Continue reading
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Oct 22
Wright State University announces sold out game for Stars, Stripes and Flight Classic featuring Air Force Falcons
The Nov. 2 game will feature the Wright State Raiders and the Air Force Falcons and also serve as the home opener for the defending Horizon League champions. Continue reading
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News
Wright State University, Big Hoopla announce return of Stars, Stripes and Flight Classic featuring Air Force Falcons
Wright State Raiders and Air Force Falcons headline a highly anticipated Nov. 2 game at the Nutter Center celebrating basketball, community and military service; tickets now available
The game continues the vision launched in 2024 to bring together Wright State and the local military community and strengthen Wright State’s connection to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Continue reading
Wright State University honors faculty for excellence in teaching, research, professional service and community engagement
Nine faculty members were honored with the 2026 President’s Awards for Excellence, recognizing sustained excellence in teaching, research, professional service and community engagement. Continue reading
Coming in to her own
Kara Ayers ’03 shares how Wright State’s adapted sports and recreation opportunities helped shape her life
2003 grad Kara Ayers reflects on how Wright State’s accessible campus, adapted sports and supportive community helped shape her journey as a Paralympic swimmer, researcher and advocate for people with disabilities. Continue reading
Wright State University celebrates two decades of Air Force Marathon partnership
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Wright State’s involvement, a milestone reflecting the university’s deep connection with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
The university’s involvement reflects its longstanding ties to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and its role in supporting major events that bring visitors to the Dayton region. Continue reading
Flying high
Wright Flyer replica in Dunbar Library rises again after extensive cleaning
Dunbar Library’s replica of the 1903 Flyer was lowered over the summer for an extensive three-week cleaning project — its first since 2014. Continue reading
Greene County families visit Wright State for mass food distribution by The Foodbank
The Foodbank organized a mass food distribution at the Wright State University Nutter Center on Aug. 27, attracting 2,627 people and distributing thousands of 103,860 pounds of food. Continue reading
Wright State’s Cardio-Renal Institute Summer Program prepares students for in-demand healthcare professions
The education and workforce development initiative provides hands-on experience to the next generation of scientists and researchers
The program introduced four high school and undergraduate students to biomedical research, clinical medicine and healthcare careers. Continue reading
Wright State’s Entrepreneurship Bootcamp helps veterans turn ideas into businesses
Twenty former service members gained knowledge, skills and resources to launch and grow a small business
The veterans were on campus for a residential program focused on entrepreneurship fundamentals, business development and growth strategies. Continue reading
Wright State motion pictures alumni win regional Emmy award
Adam White and Amy Faust honored for their short film ‘Photography’
Adam White and Amy Faust, both graduates of Wright State’s motion pictures program, received numerous awards, including a Regional Emmy, for their short film “Photography.” Continue reading
Engineering jump-start
More than 130 new students get a head start on college through math boot camp
More than 130 first-year Wright State University students participated in a free pre-college boot camp to prepare them for the academic challenges in college. Continue reading
