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Wright State faculty, staff, and alumni play key roles in the Dayton Literary Peace Prize

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

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 →

Famous Wright brothers historian galvanizes Wright State students

Dayton Daily News: Famous Wright brothers historian galvanizes Wright State students Two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning historian David McCullough conducted a master class for Wright State University history students this morning. “History isn’t just about politics and war. It also involves everything … Continue reading →

Wright State tops $150M fundraising goal

Excerpt Wright State University has surpassed the goal of its $150 million capital campaign. The school made the announcement Tuesday night at a gala at the Nutter Center that featured actor Tom Hanks, who was in town meeting with students … Continue reading →

David McCullough tours Wright brothers’ sites, gives master class at Wright State

Pulitzer Prize-winning author David McCullough discussed the Wright brothers’ legacy during a master class at Wright State. Continue reading →

Students react to Tom Hanks’ visit to Wright State

Nearly 2,000 students, faculty, staff and others turned out April 19 to see Tom Hanks and witness the ribbon-cutting for the newly renovated Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures. Continue reading →

Actor Tom Hanks dedicates Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures at Wright State University

Acclaimed actor, producer and director Tom Hanks paid a visit to Wright State University to dedicate the Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures. Continue reading →

Katrina Merriweather named head women’s basketball coach

Katrina Merriweather has served as an assistant coach with the Wright State women’s basketball team for the past six seasons. Continue reading →

Wright State installs exhibit on history of women and voting as presidential debate approaches

The Wright State Women’s Center created an exhibit that recognizes the historical struggle of women to win the right to vote and brings attention to the power of women in this election. Continue reading →