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
Community Engagement
Jack L. DustinPart of the series: Faculty Awards for Excellence 2015
With passion and interests as diverse as the people in this world, Jack L. Dustin, Ph.D., commits his life to serving others in an array of committees and leadership positions. Continue reading
Presidential Lecture Series kicks off with professor and autism activist Temple Grandin
Wright State’s 2015-16 Presidential Lecture Series will focus on the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Continue reading
Wright State University welcomes over 5,000 new students to fall semester
Wright State welcomes 5,066 new students on the first day of fall semester, swelling total enrollment to 17,842, the fourth highest total in school history. Continue reading
Campus buzzes with volunteers, golf carts, new students during Move-In Day
With the help of more than 500 campus volunteers and over 100 golf carts, 1,400 first-year students brought their belongings to Wright State during Move-In Day. Continue reading
Wright State, neighboring communities celebrate I-675 bridge opening
Wright State Way bridge will provide a safe and convenient route between Wright State and the Mall at Fairfield Commons and the surrounding area. Continue reading
Following His Heart
Beavercreek councilman, mayor gives back by volunteering
Shortly after he was elected to the city council in Beavercreek, Ohio, Brian Jarvis started using vacation time from his full-time job to focus on his responsibilities with the city. “After a while that made it clear to me where … Continue reading
Mayor Whaley
Master of Public Administration graduate Nan Whaley (’09) finds meaning in her work as mayor of Dayton
When she was 11, Nan Whaley shared a paper route with her 9-year-old brother, David, in her family’s Indianapolis suburban neighborhood. While her brother worked to save money to buy video games, Whaley would get excited about the newspaper delivery process … Continue reading
All-Star Advocates
2015–16 Presidential Lecture Series to focus on ADA 25th anniversary, access to all
A politician, an academic, an athlete, and a comedian walk into a room. It may sound like the start of a joke, but it’s actually the speaker schedule for this year’s Presidential Lecture Series. Each speaker will help Wright State … Continue reading
Carnegie Classification
Wright State receives national recognition for community engagement
Walking through a Dayton neighborhood on a sunny day, Philip Ferrari and Elyse Giardullo were giving back to the community they love, while enhancing their research and leadership skills. They were the ideal pair to lead a team of 16 … Continue reading
Social Star
Wright State senior Alli Fitzpatrick makes millions laugh with vivacious social media character
Wright State senior Alli Fitzpatrick makes millions laugh with a vivacious social media character. Continue reading
