Wright State Headlines
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May 7
The art of medicine
John Corker was drawn to the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine because of its strong culture of support, teamwork and positivity. Continue reading
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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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News
Wright State students know their business
For many students, finding professional workplace experience while in college is tough.
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Wright State, Dayton area to benefit from expanded broadband research sharing system
“Governor, the network is operational,” came the Skype-delivered message via statewide videoconferencing. Excited about the moment, Ohio Governor… Continue reading
Student on the Scene—Fuzz Therapy
Overwhelmed by final exams and term papers, students are often rendered stressed. On Dec. 10, 4 Paws for Ability brought to Wright State a cute… Continue reading
Dayton Business Journal names Wright State’s Hopkins among most influential
The Dayton Business Journal has named Wright State President David R. Hopkins as among its Top 12 Most Influential People of 2012 in the Dayton Region. Continue reading
Over 2,000 students earn degrees, praise at Wright State Fall Commencement
Wright State University President David R. Hopkins praised students, parents, faculty members and other supporters Saturday, Dec. 15 at the university’s Fall Commencement. Continue reading
Wright State hosts Ohio Physiological Society convention
Wright State University’s Boonshoft School of Medicine hosted the 27th annual meeting of the Ohio Physiological Society in October, bringing in more than 120 attendees from 14 Ohio universities. Continue reading
Wright State researcher part of first human gene therapy approved in West
The first human gene therapy approved for use in Europe owes its development in part to a Wright State University faculty member. Continue reading
Psychology professor and former SOPP Dean Leon VandeCreek to retire
Like the roses he cultivates in his backyard, Leon VandeCreek’s work at Wright State University over the past 18 years is in full bloom. Continue reading
English professor named one of Dayton’s Ten Top Women
Mary Beth Pringle, Ph.D., teaches a wide variety of courses including introductory English, writing, contemporary fiction and women’s studies. Continue reading
Wright State Center for Healthy Communities offers seminar for health professionals addressing the needs of returning veterans
When veterans return home from the battlefield, they sometimes experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance abuse, depression… Continue reading
