Wright State Headlines
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Apr 30
More than 1,650 students to graduate this spring across Wright State’s Dayton and Lake Campuses
Wright State University will celebrate more than 1,650 graduates during its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies held April 30 through May 2 on the Dayton and Lake Campuses. Continue reading
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Apr 29
A path shaped by service
Mitch Eiting, who manages global philanthropy and corporate giving at Midmark Corporation, will be honored as the 2026 Lake Campus Outstanding Alumnus at commencement. Continue reading
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Apr 29
Wright State to award honorary doctorate to publishing executive Kirk Davis at spring commencement
Kirk Davis, a former musical theatre student who led the nation’s largest newspaper company, will receive an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters during Wright State’s commencement ceremony on May 2. Continue reading
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Apr 28
Wright State students spot the finish line, celebrate Spring Semester’s end at April Craze
The 14th annual April Craze gave students a chance to let loose, dance, enjoy great food and enjoy that summer is right around the corner. Continue reading
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Apr 28
Chick-fil-A near Wright State’s Dayton Campus approved by Beavercreek City Council
The new Chick-fil-A restaurant will serve as a foundational component of Raider Row, a larger commercial development planned on land near Wright State University that spans portions of both Beavercreek and Fairborn. Continue reading
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News
Rare earth
Wright State anthropology students uncover artifacts from Revolutionary War battlefield
The dig is part of a program created by assistant professor Lance Greene to investigate the archaeology and history of Shawnee settlements in Ohio. Continue reading
Theater theory
Wright State improv students use acting skills to give incoming freshmen glimpse of college life
Theatre students will perform sketches challenging situations incoming students may face during the Raider Academy residential summer program. Continue reading
Business driven
High school juniors and seniors learned what it’s like to work in the field of business during a residential camp hosted by Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business. Continue reading
Wright State history professor talks about history of beards on ‘CBS Sunday Morning’
Christopher Oldstone-Moore, senior lecturer and researcher in the Department of History, discussed trends in facial hair during a story on beards that aired June 19 on “CBS Sunday Morning.” Watch the story, “Letting one’s hair WAY down.”
Wright State honored for its work on disability access and inclusion
The American Association for Access, Equity and Diversity honors Wright State as a national leader of services for students with disabilities. Continue reading
Eric S. Bennett named professor and chair of Neuroscience, Cell Biology and Physiology at Wright State
Eric Bennett previously served as professor and vice chair of the Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology and associate dean for Ph.D. and Postdoctoral Programs at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine. Continue reading
College spirit
Wright State’s Nickolas Hayden flourishing on the heels of getting his GED
Nickolas Hayden is majoring in computer engineering and philosophy and hopes to pursue a career in computer programming or create apps or video games. Continue reading
Training, athletic trainers
Wright State’s Athletic Training program has a 100 percent job placement rate for students who want to work immediately after graduation. Continue reading
‘CBS Sunday Morning’ puts Wright State in the spotlight for story on beards
A crew from “CBS Sunday Morning” traveled to Wright State to interview Christopher Oldstone-Moore, senior lecturer of history, about his research on the history of facial hair. Continue reading
Wright State history professor helps organize exhibit on Dayton and World War I
Using diaries, letters, documents, photographs and artifacts, “Over There: Dayton and the Great War” showcases the essential involvement of Daytonians and local businesses in the war. Continue reading
