Wright State Headlines
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Sep 18
Nearly $3 million NSF grant positions Wright State to transform scrap metal recycling
Wright State is leading a $3 million National Science Foundation project that will use advanced technologies to help recycling plants turn scrap metal into new products while training workers and students in high-tech manufacturing. Continue reading
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Sep 17
2025 President’s Award for Excellence in Human Relations
Assistant Director Amanda Brewer is the steady hand and welcoming presence at the heart of the School of Fine and Performing Arts. Continue reading
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Sep 17
2025 President’s Award for Excellence in Leadership
Bethany DeLong, associate director for enrollment and retention in the College of Health, Education and Human Services, is a mentor, innovator and tireless advocate who has shaped the experience of countless Wright State students. Continue reading
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Sep 17
2025 President’s Award for Excellence in Service
Kathy Warden, manager of university space and special projects, is the behind-the-scenes force who ensures Wright State’s events and spaces run seamlessly. Continue reading
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Sep 17
2025 President’s Award for Outstanding Performance
Accountant Elizabeth Robbins’ dedication, resourcefulness and willingness to go above and beyond have made her indispensable to her colleagues. Continue reading
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People of Wright State
Breaking the code
Senior Mallory Holler learns Morse code for communication and independence
Mallory Holler, a senior rehabilitations services major at Wright State, uses Morse code to help her communication and gain more independence. Continue reading
Wright State alumnus Cedric Alexander discusses his role in helping violence-torn Ferguson, Mo.
Georgia public safety director and Wright State graduate visited campus to address new students at the School of Professional Psychology convocation.
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Building bridges
Tony Ortiz helps Wright State connect with the Latino community
As Wright State’s associate vice president for Latino affairs, Tony Ortiz is building bridges between the university and the area’s growing Latino community. Continue reading
Old man on campus
Wright State grad Barry Brownstein chronicles return to college and rock-my-world career change
Wright State grad Barry Brownstein chronicles his decision to return to college and change careers at age 58 in new book. Continue reading
Painting the town
Wright State grad Megan Smallwood creates street mural for Dayton neighborhood
Wright State fine arts graduate Megan Smallwood spent nearly a year working with volunteers to paint a large colorful mural in an east Dayton neighborhood. Continue reading
Wright State grad Nicole Riegel among 2014’s New Faces of Independent Film
Movie screenwriter and Wright State graduate Nicole Riegel has been named by Filmmaker magazine as among 2014’s “25 New Faces of Independent Film.” Continue reading
Newbery notoriety
Educational Resource Center Director Stephanie Bange elected to Newbery Medal committee
Stephanie Bange, director of the Educational Resource Center, elected to prestigious Newbery Award committee. Continue reading
Wright State grad wins two Daytime Emmys for art direction and design
Martin Fahrer ’89 received his fifth and sixth Daytime Emmys in Art Direction/Set Decoration/Scenic Design at 41st annual awards ceremony. Continue reading
Cuba connection
Wright State’s Gina Oswald gets up-close view of disability services in Caribbean nation
Gina Oswald, director of the Rehabilitation Services and Transition To Work programs, spent a week in Havana with a national delegation exploring disability services in Cuba. Continue reading
Wright State grad’s documentary series screening at Air Force museum
Series of television documentaries on restoring vintage aircraft, created by motion pictures graduate Adam White, now showing at Air Force museum’s IMAX theater. Continue reading
