Wright State Headlines
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May 6
Sustained student effort brings pollinator garden to campus
Three years ago, a group of earth and environmental sciences students at Wright State University planted native wildflower seeds in starter trays with care, intention and optimism. Only grass sprouted. That wasn’t the beginning of the SEES garden they hoped … Continue reading
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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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News
Doing one’s heart good
Students gain insights into cardiac function by testing revolutionary heart pump
A revolutionary heart pump provides invaluable learning opportunity for Wright State students to understand cardiac function. Continue reading
Wright State students heading to the Amazon Rainforest
Excerpt This summer eight Wright State students will be traveling almost 4,000 miles to Manu National Park, Peru for the expedition of a lifetime. Under the watchful guidance of Marcia Wendeln, professor of tropical biology, and Dr. James Runkle, students … Continue reading
State gives Mini U at Wright State Five Star Step Up to Quality Award
Mini University at Wright State is the first Five Star Step Up To Quality program in Greene County. Continue reading
Fishing expedition
Biologist Stephen Jacquemin brings worldly experience to quest for new generation of nature lovers
Biologist Stephen Jacquemin uses a variety of worldly experience to inspire a new generation of nature lovers. Continue reading
E-waste recycling program set to expand, save money through partnership with Goodwill
Each month, Wright State University sends a jumbled heap of computers, monitors and cords to be recycled. Continue reading
Ohio is a leader in terahertz technology
Excerpt Ohio is emerging as a global center of research in a branch of physics that’s stymied scientists for decades. It’s called Terahertz radiation, a band of light waves with potential uses that range from detecting cancer to uncovering art … Continue reading
Tito, Wright State’s first K-9 officer, retires
Tito, the first K-9 officer to serve on the Wright State University police force, served alongside his handler, Sgt. Richard Coy, since 2008. Continue reading
High jump
When he is not jumping out of planes, Army ROTC cadet Evan Fleming is preparing for a career in electrical engineering
When he is not jumping out of planes for airborne training, Army ROTC cadet Evan Fleming is working toward a career in electrical engineering. Continue reading
Innovation and discovery at Wright State University
Named after early aviation pioneers Orville and Wilbur Wright, Wright State University continues their tradition of innovation. A rich and dynamic community of nearly 18,000 students on two campuses, Wright State is changing lives with an ongoing commitment to transforming … Continue reading
Fen Yen
Vital wetland owes existence to biology professor Jim Amon
Retired Wright State biology professor Jim Amon has spent the past 25 years helping preserve and restore a vital wetlands. Continue reading
