Wright State Headlines
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Feb 3
Pumped up
Every Tuesday and Thursday at 6 a.m. the ROTC gym fills up with dozens of cadets preparing for the Army Combat Fitness Test, which they take before entering basic training. Continue reading
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Jan 31
Wright State students travel to Tanzania as part of global health exchange
After participating in an online global health exchange, Wright State students traveled to Tanzania over winter break to participate in hands-on clinical experiences. Continue reading
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Jan 29
Wright State psychologist Jeremiah Schumm to train clinicians in couple therapy for substance use disorder
Jeremiah Schumm, director of clinical training in the School of Professional Psychology, will train dozens of local clinicians in an innovative behavioral couple therapy to help people with substance use disorders. Continue reading
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Jan 28
Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine, AFRL researchers collaborate on study of individuals’ risk to toxicants
Courtney Sulentic, professor of pharmacology and toxicology at Wright State, is collaborating with the Air Force Research Laboratory to study why individuals respond differently to toxic chemicals. Continue reading
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Jan 27
Wright State to celebrate Homecoming Week Feb. 5–8 on the Dayton Campus
The Chili Cookoff, Wright State basketball games, the Alumni Achievement Awards, Trivia Night and Homecoming Dance highlight Wright State’s Homecoming Week from Feb. 5-8. Continue reading
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People of Wright State
Physics fervor
Wright State physics student Neil Pohl is flourishing as an intern at the Air Force Research Laboratory
The Air Force Research Laboratory recognized Neil Pohl, a physics major at Wright State, for his work by naming him Intern of the Week. Continue reading
Wright State MPA student Elisheba Hawkins co-authors climate change article published in national magazine
Master of Public Administration student Elisheba Hawkins wrote the article as part of an internship with the village of Silverton, Ohio. Continue reading
Getting down to business
Alumna Andrea Kunk supports Wright State while steering a high-tech, 500-plus employee company
Wright State University has a friend in two-time graduate Andrea Kunk. Continue reading
Material witness
Wright State mechanical engineering major Alex Vehre helps the Air Force with materials testing as part of an internship
Alex Vehre applies knowledge learned in Wright State’s mechanical engineering program in his Air Force Research Laboratory internship. Continue reading
Fast acting
Biomedical engineering and electrical engineering student Yara Hakim discovers blueprint for career success
Wright State graduate student Yara Hakim has been persistent in her pursuit of college credits, jobs and internships, leading to a position at Kettering Health. Continue reading
Presidential protection
Wright State alumnus Michael Townsend thrives in his career with the U.S. Secret Service
Michael Townsend has been assigned to protect numerous heads of state, including Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Continue reading
Stage direction
Wright State senior Grace Beckman combines mechanical engineering with stage management
Grace Beckman, a mechanical engineering and stage management major, is part of the team producing “Mamma Mia!” in the Festival Playhouse. Continue reading
Chemical energy
Wright State professor emeritus Rubin Battino honored by international chemistry journal
Rubin Battino, professor emeritus of chemistry, was recognized for his contributions to the advancement and understanding of the thermodynamics of chemical solutions. Continue reading
House call
Wright State alumnus Dale Henry spearheads the restoration and care of a historic Underground Railroad site
Overseeing the Gammon House is just one of many ways Dale Henry, a Wright State urban affairs graduate, gives back to the community. Continue reading
Effective detective
Early disease detection is the focus of an internship of Wright State biomedical engineering major Garrett Regan
Wright State senior Garrett Regan utilizes machine learning to detect aneurysms on CT scans during an internship. Continue reading
