Wright State Headlines
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May 4
Wright State’s student-run radio station earns national recognition with major equipment award
WWSU 106.9FM, Wright State’s student-operated radio station, received a major broadcast equipment upgrade that will improve its on-air sound quality and expand hands-on learning opportunities for students. Continue reading
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May 4
Moments that matter: Wright State’s Spring 2026 Commencement in photos
View a collection of images showcasing the joy and excitement of Wright State’s spring graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies. Continue reading
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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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Broadway star Leslie Uggams delivers inspiring message to Wright State students
Wright State performing arts students received coaching and encouragement from Broadway star Leslie Uggams during her inspiring visit to campus. Continue reading
Wright State Physicians promotes regular screening tests during Cervical Health Awareness Month
Wright State Physicians Obstetrics & Gynecology encourages women to talk to their physicians about preventing cervical cancer. Continue reading
Steve Wozniak, tech reporter Farhad Manjoo headline Wright State’s Honors Institute
Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak and tech reporter Farhad Manjoo will discuss developments in computing and technology during Wright State’s Honors Institute. Continue reading
Leslie Uggams performs in concert, conducts master classes at Wright State this week
Excerpt Tony and Emmy Award-winning actress and singer Leslie Uggams will share her insights and talents with students of the Wright State University Musical Theatre Program today and tomorrow, January 22-23 in Dayton, Ohio. Uggams will become the first major … Continue reading
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Wright State’s Christopher Oldstone-Moore to release book on history of whiskers
Wright State history professor Christopher Oldstone-Moore will release a book on the history of facial hair. Continue reading
Neuroscience group to hold workshop on non-academic careers in science
Professional development workshop “Preparing Yourself for a Non-Academic Career in Science” is designed for graduate and postdoctoral students. Continue reading
Misbehavior in the workplace
Wright State’s Nathan Bowling probes bad behavior in company settings
Psychology professor Nathan Bowling’s research on counterproductive work behaviors will be published in the International Journal of Selection and Assessment. Continue reading
Middle East, wartime China, musical instruments focus of Wright State authors honored for publications
The College of Liberal Arts will recognize faculty members who published books and albums in 2014. Continue reading
Meet William Elder Jr., a guest of the First Lady at the State of the Union
Excerpt When Bill Elder was only eight years old, most doctors wouldn’t have expected him to live long. At the time, most cystic fibrosis patients were only expected to live to early adulthood. But thanks to a unique collaboration between … Continue reading
Wright State honors Martin Luther King Jr. with march, remembrance of nonviolence principles
Wright State remembers Martin Luther King Jr.’s principles of nonviolence during the university’s annual unity march.
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