Wright State Headlines
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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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Apr 15
Wright State professor Karen Wonders honored for pioneering work in exercise oncology
WDTN-TV named Karen Wonders, a professor in Wright State’s School of Health and Exercise Science and founder of Maple Tree Cancer Alliance, as the 2025 Remarkable Woman of Dayton. Continue reading
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Apr 11
Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel visits Wright State, highlighting workforce development and student opportunities
Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel met with President Sue Edwards and regional partners to learn how Wright State is preparing students for in-demand careers and supporting local economic growth.
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Apr 10
Wright State alum Emily Morgan’s book reaches new heights
A teacher and author, Wright State alum Emily Morgan is driven to connect students with the wonders of science and nature. Continue reading
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Apr 9
Wright State honored for innovative support of veteran and military-connected students
The National Veterans Leadership Foundation recognized Wright State and the Veteran and Military Center for creating impactful programming for military-connected students. Continue reading
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This future doctor means business
Wright State management major Matthew Correll brings leadership skills to medicine, following family legacy in psychiatry
When Matthew Correll graduates this May from Wright State’s Raj Soin College of Business, he’ll trade business presentations for patient consultations as a medical student at the Boonshoft School of Medicine. Continue reading
Wright State senior Katherine Dillard tunes up local church’s audio
Wright State anthropology major Katherine Dillard helped a local church secure funding to purchase hearing assistance technology as part of a Fundraising and Grant Writing course. Continue reading
Eye on engagement
Wright State Ph.D. student Liam Stalker tracks how focus shapes learning
Liam Stalker, a Ph.D. student in human factors and industrial/organizational psychology at Wright State, researches eye movement to explore its impact on focus, productivity and efficiency. Continue reading
Wright State first-generation student bowls over obstacles
Wright State student Paige Patterson is thriving in her business courses, on the women’s bowling team and as an intern with the Athletics Department. Continue reading
Perseverance paying off for Wright State economics student
After enrolling in Wright State for the third time, economics major Michael Santana is thriving in the classroom and as a campus leader. Continue reading
Making the most of a second chance
Marwah Almuzoughi survived Libyan war to lead Wright State's Student Government
Marwah Almuzoughi, an international studies and political science major, says serving as president of the Student Government Association allows her to give back to the community. Continue reading
Grand slam
Wright State business student Lily Leszczuk is nearing her quest to graduate next year with four degrees
A passion for learning how businesses work led Wright State business student Lily Leszczuk to pursue her own kind of grand slam by majoring in four areas. Continue reading
Wright State medical student perseveres to pursue lifelong dream
Cherissa Garcia, a three-time Wright State grad, never gave up on her dream of becoming a doctor and is now pursuing a medical degree at the Boonshoft School of Medicine. Continue reading
Curtain rises on national musical theatre winner at Wright State
Gretchen Shope, a first-year musical theatre major at Wright State, won the prestigious 2024 Jimmy Award for Best Performance by an Actress. Continue reading
GE Aerospace career summit benefits Wright State electrical engineering student
Nathan McDowell, a senior majoring in electrical engineering at Wright State, accepted a job offer after attending a GE Aerospace career development program. Continue reading
