Wright State Headlines
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Dec 16
Museum-quality replica of historic Hawthorn Hill donated to Wright State
Wright State University is now the permanent home of a large, handcrafted replica of Hawthorn Hill, the historic Dayton residence of Orville Wright. Continue reading
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Dec 16
Wright State celebrates more than 1,000 graduates at fall 2025 commencement
More than 1,000 students celebrated the culmination of years of hard work during Wright State University’s fall 2025 commencement ceremonies. Continue reading
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Dec 15
2026 Alumni Achievement Awards celebrate distinguished Wright State community members
2026 Alumni Achievement Award recipients will be formally recognized at a special banquet during Wright State University’s Homecoming Week, scheduled for Feb. 4–7. Continue reading
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Dec 11
Bags, boards and bonding
The Wright State Cornhole Club has quickly grown into a popular student activity, drawing more than 20 members and preparing both recreational and competitive players for upcoming tournaments. Continue reading
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Dec 9
More than 1,000 students to graduate at Wright State’s fall commencement ceremonies
Wright State University will hold its fall graduate commencement ceremony on Friday, Dec. 12, at 7 p.m. and its undergraduate commencement ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 13, at 10 a.m. in the Nutter Center. Continue reading
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News
Wright State historian brings ‘Forgotten World War’ stories home to Dayton
Some call it “The Forgotten World War.” But Wright State history professor is helping make sure people don’t forget the profound impact of World War I and the role the Miami Valley played in it. His efforts to bring that story to … Continue reading
Wright State’s Rosalie Mainous to be inducted as prestigious Fellow in American Academy of Nursing
The fellowship recognizes College of Nursing and Health Dean Rosalie Mainous as among a select group of national nursing leaders. Continue reading
Higher Learning Commission reaffirms Wright State’s accreditation
Established as an independent university in 1967, Wright State received its initial accreditation in 1968 and has been continuously accredited since that time. Continue reading
Wright State University decides not to host presidential debate
“This decision has weighed heavily on my heart. I really wanted this experience for our students. But the safety and the financial health of our university must take precedence,” said Wright State President David R. Hopkins. Continue reading
Wright State researchers honored for top paper on technology to improve diagnostics for the human eye
Critical components of the sensing are being fabricated and tested in Wright State’s Neuroscience Engineering Collaboration Building. Continue reading
Up to the challenge
Wright State’s Ellie Collins captains Army ROTC Raider Battalion Ranger Challenge Team
Ellie Collins, an international studies major, said she found more fulfillment in the academic challenges and opportunities offered at Wright State. Continue reading
Wright State’s Career Center hosts Virtual Job Fair for students
The Wright State Career Center is making it easy for students to search and apply for campus jobs through the Student Employment Virtual Job Fair. Continue reading
Wright State’s Jeff Mercer promoted to head baseball coach
Jeff Mercer was assistant coach and former baseball player at Wright State, graduating in 2009 with a degree in organizational leadership. Continue reading
Boonshoft School of Medicine welcomes class of 2020 at convocation ceremony on July 17
The Convocation and White Coat Ceremony represents an important milestone in each student’s journey to enter the medical profession. Continue reading
‘Pokemon Go’ introduces new students to Wright State’s campus
The release of the “Pokemon Go” last week has already been a huge hit on Wright State’s campus. Continue reading
