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A Greentree Grows on Campus

Entrepreneur, alumnus gives back in the classroom
Posted on August 17, 2012 by Seth Bauguess

On the first day of class, adjunct instructor Travis Greenwood reveals details of each student’s personal life. He knows that one student has three dogs. He knows that another spent last summer traveling through Europe. He also knows that a … Continue reading →

Furniture and Philanthropy

Larry Klaben has grown his company from a mom-and-pop shop to a vast furniture empire that emphasizes giving back to the dayton region
Posted on August 17, 2012 by Cory MacPherson

The sofas and recliners he sells may be perfect for relaxing on a Sunday afternoon, but Larry Klaben rarely rests. Since taking over a hometown furniture store in Dayton 14 years ago, Klaben has never stopped working to grow Morris … Continue reading →

Music and Medicine Symposium to focus on professionalism

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Cindy Young

While most consider music an art and medicine a science, the two actually have much in common. Continue reading →

The Human Factor

Three mile island sparks grad’s business
Posted on August 17, 2012 by Timothy R. Gaffney

Dave Strobhar was still a student at Wright State University when the worst nuclear power accident in American history shut down the Three Mile Island plant in Pennsylvania. He had no idea that he would soon be working there. Strobhar, … Continue reading →

Sensors and Sensibility

Jacqueline Janning leads the Air Force in sensors research
Posted on August 17, 2012 by Timothy R. Gaffney

Jacqueline “Jackie” Janning has a second-floor office on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base with large windows that look out over the base. It isn’t an easy place to visit. Besides being inside the base’s well-protected fence, Janning’s office is inside a … Continue reading →

Six Degrees of Education

One diploma just isn’t enough for lifelong learner
Posted on August 17, 2012 by Jim Hannah

Seventy-two-year-old Tom Miller collected six sheepskins—bachelor’s degrees in political science, international studies, liberal studies, modern languages, anthropology, and geography—when he took the stage at the June commencement. “I’m a student of learning,” Miller said. “I used the courses as a … Continue reading →

Wright State alumnus digs up comedy gold

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Reilly Dixon
Photo of Ryan Singer on stage in Aspen, Colorado.

Armed with a powerful wit and a desire to make people laugh, Ryan Singer has been a success as a comedian since his graduation from Wright State University in 2002 — and that’s no joke! Continue reading →

Wright State Physicians building opens, new services available

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Seth Bauguess
Photo of the new Wright State Physicians building

Wright State Physicians (WSP), the region’s largest multi-specialty group, has opened its new building in the developing northeast corridor of Wright State’s Dayton campus… Continue reading →

Outstanding Collaborative Unit

President's Awards for Excellence
Posted on August 16, 2012 by Seth Bauguess

Part of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2012

Photo of the Department of Laboratory Animal Resources staff

The Department of Laboratory Animal Resources (LAR) serves Wright State University by providing collaborative support to all investigators using animals in research, teaching, or testing. Continue reading →

Outstanding Unit

President's Awards for Excellence
Posted on August 16, 2012 by Seth Bauguess

Part of the series: President's Awards for Excellence 2012

Photo of the Counseling and Wellness Services staff

Counseling and Wellness Services (CWS) provides mental health counseling and support, as well as crisis intervention, for all Wright State students. In addition, CWS staff members provide consultation and education services for the university community. Wright State serves a diverse … Continue reading →