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Fall protection class is taking Wright State students to new heights

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Kris Sproles

Wright State’s National Center for Medical Readiness was the backdrop for students who donned safety harnesses and tested their courage at Calamityville. Continue reading →

Tom Hanks makes impact on performing arts students

Posted on April 21, 2016 by Kris Sproles

Hundreds of Wright State performing arts students gathered for a question-and-answer session with two-time Oscar winner Tom Hanks, who once performed on the same stage on which many of them have. Continue reading →

College of Engineering and Computer Science prepares for Senior Design Showcase

Posted on April 21, 2016 by Sarah Olsen

The College of Engineering and Computer Science Senior Design Showcase takes place April 29 from 2 to 4 p.m., followed by an awards ceremony at 4:30 p.m. Continue reading →

Author David McCullough discusses Wright brothers’ legacy at master class

Posted on April 21, 2016 by Wright State Media Team

Pulitzer Prize-winning author David McCullough discussed the legacy of Wilbur and Orville Wright during a master class at Wright State April 19. Continue reading →

Stage of Excitement

Nutter Center celebrates 25th anniversary
Posted on April 20, 2016 by Jim Hannah

As the Wright State University Nutter Center celebrates 25 years of operation, Executive Director Jim Brown needs only one word to describe the facility’s impact on the region—“huge.” “What is the Nutter Center? We’re everything,” Brown says. For the past quarter … Continue reading →

Healthy Communities

The Center for Healthy Communities celebrates 25 years of bridging the gap
Posted on April 20, 2016 by Karen Strider-Iiames

Like an attentive gardener, Katherine Cauley, Ph.D., sows the seeds of possibilities and cultivates partnerships that produce healthier lives. As director of the Center for Healthy Communities, Cauley is a true servant leader, creating a nurturing environment where ideas germinate … Continue reading →

Civic Duty

Wright State graduates leading the way as mayors in the Dayton region
Posted on April 20, 2016 by Seth Bauguess

There’s one in Dayton and Beavercreek. Riverside and Vandalia have them too. In fact Enon, Oakwood, Brookville, and Bellbrook also make the list of cities and villages that have Wright State University graduates currently serving as mayor. “I’m so glad you … Continue reading →

Literature of Peace

Wright State faculty, staff, and alumni play key roles in the Dayton Literary Peace Prize
Posted on April 20, 2016 by Bob Mihalek

Carol Loranger believes that books can transform the world. “I’m a true believer. I really do believe that books can change people’s lives,” said Loranger, chair and associate professor of English language and literatures. “The idea that words can change … Continue reading →

Noted aviation photographer Dan Patterson to speak at Academy of Medicine annual dinner

Posted on April 20, 2016 by Heather Maurer

Annual event honors outstanding Boonshoft School of Medicine students, residents and faculty while recognizing the dedicated work of the Wright State Academy of Medicine. Continue reading →

Media coverage of Tom Hanks Motion Pictures Center dedication

Coverage of the dedication of the Tom Hanks Motion Pictures Center at Wright State University included more than 680 articles and television reports from around the country. Here’s a sample of the coverage: Associated Press: Actor helps dedicate Tom Hanks Motion … Continue reading →