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
A $1 million home for drone testing
Excerpt Where drones go, so does Wright State University’s Vigilant Spirit Mobile Test and Evaluation Center. There’s nothing quite like the 35-foot truck-and-trailer anywhere else, said David Gross, chief engineer for Wright State Research Institute. Gross hesitates to say the … Continue reading
ArtsGala planned for Wright State
Excerpt If you ask folks in our region to name their favorite community fundraising gala, chances are many will pick Wright State University’s annual ArtsGala. What makes this event so special are the 250 talented students who entertain guests with … Continue reading
Professor David Barr to lecture on ‘Politics of End Times’
Wright State emeritus professor David Barr will discuss “The Politics of End Times” when he delivers the 2014 Piediscalzi Lecture on April 2. Continue reading
Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine class of 2014 participates in national Match Day event
Boonshoft School of Medicine students join thousands nationwide in learning where they will pursue residency training
Graduating students in the Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine learned which residency programs they will enter during a Match Day ceremony. Continue reading
Governor Kasich visits Wright State in show of support for university’s service to military veterans
Wright State’s pioneering programs for military veterans led to visit from the Ohio governor, who hopes to make it easier for veterans to get college credit and professional licenses. Continue reading
Air Force pararescuemen to train at Calamityville
Air Force pararescue jumpers, who recover and treat victims of combat and disasters, will descend upon Calamityville to train and help demonstrate new military technology. Continue reading
Wright State partners with Zipcar to offer car sharing, provide an alternative to car ownership on campus
Wright State launches partnership with Zipcar to provide a car-sharing program on campus to students, faculty, staff and community members. Continue reading
Video—Wright State headed to the big dance
Coach Mike Bradbury and three players from Wright State women’s basketball team chat about heading to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in Raider history. Watch the interview from Living Dayton.
New show at Stein Galleries features works by high school art teachers and their students
Works by area art teachers and their students are on display March 19–30 in a unique exhibition at Wright State’s Robert and Elaine Stein Galleries. Continue reading
Theatre students storm barricades with premiere of ‘Les Miserables’
Wright State University Theatre continues its 39th season in the Festival Playhouse with the Tony Award-winning “Les Misérables” March 20 through April 6. Continue reading
