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 grad finds fame as python hunter
Growing up on an Ohio farm, Shawn Heflick was bitten by snake fever at the age of 7 when he saw his first Garter snake. Continue reading
History professor Jacob Dorn calls it a career, leaving his mark on Wright State from the school’s start
A Peterson pipe from Ireland dozes on his desk next to a pouch of tobacco. Continue reading
Taking the Reins
As new dean Rosalie O’Dell Mainous steers the College of Nursing and Health, she has one simple goal in mind. Continue reading
Wright State University mourns the loss of third president, Paige E. Mulhollan
Dr. Mulhollan is remembered on campus as a dynamic but “laid-back” president who took time to personally interact with faculty, staff and students. Continue reading
Michael Bridges joins Wright State University trustees
((Excerpt)) Michael Bridges, president and CEO of Peerless Technologies Corp., has been appointed to the Wright State University Board of Trustees. Bridges, a 1981 Wright State alumnus, founded Peerless Technologies in 2000. Read more at bizjournals.com
Wright State University appoints Vice President – Multicultural Affairs and Community Engagement
Kimberly Barrett, Ph.D., will have a hands-on role in continuing to promote and nourish diversity, multiculturalism and community engagement. Continue reading
Serenity Now: Garden for the Senses in full bloom
Is there an escape from the ringing phones, rattling printers and other office noise at Wright State? Continue reading
Fairborn business executive Michael Bridges appointed to Wright State University Board of Trustees
Bridges is the president of Peerless Technologies Corp. and a Wright State graduate. Continue reading
A Safe Space
A collaborative training program seeks to improve campus support for GLBTQ students, faculty and staff. Continue reading
Wright State inks agreement with Turkish university
Wright State University officials have signed two agreements with a major university in Turkey that will allow the two institutions to exchange students and collaborate in research. Continue reading
