Wright State Headlines
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Apr 18
Wright State media highlights, April 7–18
Local media spotlighted Wright State with coverage of Lt. Gov. Tressel’s visit to campus, a community health fair led by medical students in partnership with Premier Health and new state support aimed at boosting STEM education. Continue reading
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Apr 18
Wright State’s Model UN team once again secures top honors at national conference
Wright State’s Model United Nations program extended its streak of excellence by earning a team delegation honor for the 45th consecutive year at the 2025 National Model U.N. Conference in New York City. Continue reading
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Apr 18
Wright State alum Morgan O’Brien honored for global diplomacy
Wright State alum Morgan O’Brien’s diplomatic career has taken him from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base to the United Nations and the State Department to NATO. Continue reading
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Apr 17
Jim Denniston appointed vice president for academic affairs and provost of Wright State University
Jim Denniston, who joined Wright State three years ago as the founding dean of the College of Health, Education and Human Services, had served as acting provost since Jan. 1, 2025. Continue reading
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Apr 16
Wright State awarded nearly $780,000 in Choose Ohio First Scholarships to support STEM and education students
The Choose Ohio First awarded Wright State nearly $780,000 to support undergraduate and graduate students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics and STEM-focused education programs. Continue reading
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People of Wright State
Student guardian
Alexis Lewis, a dual English and French major, leads the Wright State Guardian
Under the leadership of editor-in-chief, Alexis Lewis, the Wright State Guardian publishes new content daily and the Nexus Literary Journal and Flight Magazine. Continue reading
Wright State electrical engineering graduate keeps his Native American culture alive
Wright State alumnus will participate in Career Services workshop with students on Nov. 14
Mike Trombley, a Wright State electrical engineering graduate, founded NativeAudio out of his love for engineering, music and his heritage. Continue reading
Wright State alumna named artistic director at renowned Chatauqua Institution
Erika b Hess, who received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art from Wright State, was named artistic director of Chautauqua Visual Arts of Chautauqua Institution. Continue reading
Inclusive service
Wright State student A Tassy finds their calling in serving their community
Wright State graduate student A Tassy seeks to serve the needs of their community through the nonprofit organization Inclusive Fairborn. Continue reading
Lunar gateway
Wright State computer engineering graduate Phuong Marangoni plays key role in NASA’s mission to return to the moon. Continue reading
‘Black Gold’
Photographs by Wright State nursing alum, Gilman scholar featured exhibition on Dayton Campus
A photography exhibition by Wright State alumnus Cameron Peagler features Black creators and entrepreneurs living and working in Japan. Continue reading
Wright State alumnus, entrepreneur makes strides in AI technology
Wright State computer science graduate Hany Elemary is developing a conversational AI initiative for the drive-through ordering system at Wendy’s restaurants. Continue reading
Whether it’s cars or cello, it’s music to his ears
Nick Dunbar, a cello performance major at Wright State, balances a love of music with a passion for automobiles. Continue reading
A doll for every child
Lisa Williams ’86, ’88 creates multicultural dolls that represent all children
For two-time Wright State graduate Lisa Williams, there is no better job than bringing joy and happiness to the faces of children and empowering and inspiring them to be their best. Continue reading
Whirlwind tour
Wright State musical theatre graduates Cassi Mikat and Keaton Eckhoff thrive during "The Sound of Music” tour in Asia
Wright State musical theatre alumni Cassi Mikat and Keaton Eckhoff have had an eight-month adventure around Asia as part of the cast of “The Sound of Music.” Continue reading
