Alumni Profile

From classroom to hall of fame

Wright State alum Tom Jenkins honored for decades-long teaching career
Posted on August 26, 2025 by Michael Dunekacke

Wright State graduate Tom Jenkins’ induction into the National Teachers Hall of Fame reflects nearly 30 years of dedication, perseverance and steadfast belief in the transformative power of public education. Continue reading →

A special type of ‘family medicine’

With three graduates, the Stefko family leaves a lasting legacy at Wright State’s Boonshoft School of Medicine
Posted on August 5, 2025 by Dennis Bova

Three members of the Stefko family — Joe III and his children Jordan and Joe IV — share a special bond as Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine graduates, continuing a legacy of compassionate care and medical excellence. Continue reading →

Wright State alum shapes the future of AI in national defense

Time at Wright State helped propel Kevin Schmidt launch pioneering career with the Air Force
Posted on May 8, 2025 by Greg Scott

Kevin Schmidt, now developing cutting-edge AI technologies for the Air Force Research Laboratory, credits his success to the experiences he received during his behavioral neuroscience studies at Wright State. Continue reading →

Wright State business graduate serving in diplomatic post-Gulf War humanitarian mission

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Dennis Bova

Wright State alum Iskandar Atajanow serves on a commission that seeks to repatriate remains of Iraqis and Kuwaitis missing during the Gulf War. Continue reading →

Wright State counseling alum makes therapy fun for young clients

Posted on January 14, 2025 by Greg Scott

Zach Webber, who earned a master’s degree in counseling from Wright State, uses Geek Therapy to reach his young clients during counseling sessions. Continue reading →

Country care

Wright State’s Lake Campus nursing program prepared Isaac Buschur for medical and music charts
Posted on December 2, 2024 by Kris Sproles

Issac Buschur, a musician and 2021 Wright State alumnus who works as an ER nurse at Dayton Children’s, entertained students, faculty and staff during the annual Laker Lawn Party. Continue reading →

Wright State alum Gary Norman takes pride in meeting challenges head on

Posted on August 21, 2024 by Kevin Tucker

Wright State history grad Gary Norman is an attorney who advocates for those often overlooked in society. Continue reading →

Moon Tree a symbol of Wright State grad’s can-do attitude

Posted on July 3, 2024 by Dennis Bova

Lake Campus graduate Rachel Tebbe successfully applied for a tree grown from a seed that orbited the moon for Coldwater Elementary School, where she was a student teacher. Continue reading →

Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine graduate embraces role of trailblazer

Posted on May 31, 2024 by Greg Scott

Olatunde Bashorun is the first African American male student from the Boonshoft School of Medicine to match into a competitive integrated plastic and reconstructive surgery residency program. Continue reading →

Support network

2024 grad Colin Bramlage found vital support at Wright State and a job at Wright-Patterson Air Force
Posted on May 29, 2024 by Dennis Bova

After interning at Wright-Patterson Air Force, management information systems major Colin Bramlage landed a job in military project development after spring graduation. Continue reading →