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‘Only in New York,’ born at Wright State

The musical was written by an alum, performed by the students who inspired it

Go inside “Only in New York,” the musical a Wright State alum created for Wright State students. Continue reading

Thirsting for life

Ghanaian international student dives into electrochemistry to help clean the drinking water of his home

Inspired by challenges at home, a Wright State researcher is working to make drinking water safer around the world. Continue reading

SMART paths forward

For these students, a SMART scholarship is more than funding — it’s a pathway to a new future

From robotics to wildfire prediction, Wright State’s SMART scholars are building high-impact careers in defense and research. Continue reading

Designing dreams

Oscar-winning production designer Hannah Beachler ’05 reflects on her Wright State education and her flourishing film career
A woman in a cardigan standing in front of an old building with graffiti on some of the walls.

Oscar-winning designer’s journey from Wright State student to Hollywood trailblazer is a story of resilience and reinvention. Continue reading

Students find jobs, co-ops and confidence at Lake Campus Career Hub

The Lake Campus Career Hub is a one-stop resource for career exploration, job shadowing, professional document review, interview practice, internship searches and major advising. Continue reading

From a homeless shelter to a healthcare lifeline

At Wright State, Jean de Dieu Mukunzi developed the blueprint for a nonprofit now helping immigrants and refugees access healthcare
Jean de Dieu Mukunzi

Wright State alum Jean de Dieu Mukunzi turned his master’s thesis into a nonprofit now helping thousands of immigrants access healthcare and other critical services. Continue reading

Wright State researcher Madhavi Kadakia helps shape the future of academic medicine

Wright State cancer researcher’s work with the Association of American Medical Colleges gives the university a seat at the table on federal research policy and workforce challenges

Madhavi Kadakia, professor of biochemistry and molecular biology, was recognized for her leadership on the Steering Committee for the Group on Research Advancement and Development. Continue reading

Wright State outlook revised to positive by Moody’s, reflecting further confidence in the university

Independent assessment recognizes the university’s disciplined financial management and stable operations, as well as its ability to navigate future challenges

Moody’s Investors Service has revised Wright State University’s outlook to positive from stable while affirming its A2 issuer and debt ratings, reflecting continued progress in enrollment growth, financial performance and strategic partnerships. Continue reading

The path to positive change

After careers in editing, restaurant management and the service industry, Audrey Coleman discovered an unexpected talent — and a future in electrical engineering
Audrey Coleman '27 stands in the plaza outside of Russ Engineering Center.

A career change led transfer student Audrey Coleman to Wright State, where she discovered a passion for electrical engineering and found the support to pursue her dream of improving the nation’s power grid. Continue reading

High school students explore artificial intelligence at Wright State summer camp

Area high school students received a hands-on introduction to the future of technology during the AES AI Camp at Wright State University’s Raj Soin College of Business. Continue reading