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Wright State University and Premier Health Nursing Academy expands affordable pathway to nursing careers amid growing demand

The program provides tuition assistance, paid employment and hands-on experience while addressing the need for healthcare workers
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Financial support, paid clinical experience and a direct connection to Premier Health are helping Wright State nursing students graduate with less debt while building a stronger local healthcare workforce. Continue reading

Wright State’s Boonshoft School of Medicine welcomes new class of future physicians with Convocation and White Coat Ceremony

The Boonshoft School of Medicine welcomed 130 medical students during its 51st annual Convocation and White Coat Ceremony on July 18 at the Dayton Masonic Center. Continue reading

Wright State’s Raider Immersion Program connects students to paid defense and industry learning opportunities

The new initiative combines project work, faculty mentorship and industry partnerships to strengthen Ohio’s future workforce
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The workforce development initiative allows students to earn pay while collaborating with industry partners on projects that build professional experience and in-demand skills. Continue reading

Wright State University Foundation funds 11 projects to enhance student success

Students First Fund grants will support projects ranging from peer mentoring to campus engagement and career readiness

The Wright State University Foundation awarded $75,000 in Students First Fund grants to support innovative ideas from faculty, staff and students at the Dayton and Lake campuses. Continue reading

A passion for storytelling

From Wright State to WYSO Public Radio, Will Davis ’10, ’14 teaches people how to share their stories
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From helping create the first designated podcasting space on a college campus to a career at WYSO Public Radio, Will Davis ’10, ’14 has always given people opportunities to connect with one another. Continue reading

Wright State student Chloe Detty appointed by governor to serve as student trustee

Chloe Detty will serve on the Wright State Board of Trustees representing the student voice and gaining valuable experience in university governance

Chloe Detty, a management major and campus leader, has been appointed to a two-year term as a student trustee on the Wright State University Board of Trustees. Continue reading

Wright State inspires the next generation of business leaders through Ohio Business Week

More than 50 high school students from across Ohio learned how to turn business ideas into reality during the Ohio Business Week camp at Wright State. Continue reading

Wright State–Lake Campus’s America 250 event brings students and community together

Over 200 attendees gathered to explore the stories, people and defining moments that have shaped American history
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Students, educators and community members gathered at Wright State’s Lake Campus to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary through an afternoon of history, reflection and community connection. Continue reading

Wright State President Sue Edwards named to Dayton Business Journal’s Power 100

The list represents 100 of the region’s leaders who have contributed to moving Dayton forward
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One hundred area leaders are being recognized for helping shape the Dayton region’s growth over the last 25 years. Continue reading

Civil Air Patrol encampment brings 500 cadets to Wright State for leadership training

Wright State University served as the training ground for Civil Air Patrol’s Operation Horizon Forge, bringing together more than 500 middle school and high school cadets. Continue reading