Wright State Headlines
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Mar 27
Wright State biology student wins Three-Minute Thesis Competition with Parkinson’s research presentation
Graduate student Christina Minassian was honored for her three-minute presentation on her research of Parkinson’s disease. Continue reading
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Mar 26
Wright State earns Military Friendly Silver ranking for 2026–27
Wright State University was once again recognized for its commitment to military-connected students and their families with a Military Friendly School Silver ranking for 2026–2027. Continue reading
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Mar 26
Exceeding expectations
The Wright State University women’s bowling team continues to build momentum in just its third season as an NCAA Division I program. Continue reading
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Mar 25
Wright State students to host 12-hour dance marathon to support Dayton Children’s Hospital
Wright State University students will dance, play games and rally for 12 hours during Raiderthon, a student-led dance marathon that raises funds for Dayton Children’s Hospital, on March 28. Continue reading
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Mar 25
Raiders’ NCAA appearance brings Wright State into the national spotlight
Wright State’s return to the NCAA Tournament delivered more than a memorable game — it sparked pride across campus and far beyond, uniting fans in a shared moment on the national stage. Continue reading
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Special Categories
Flight school
C-17, Honor Guard, MIA lab part of Wright-Patterson tour for Wright State officials
Wright State faculty, staff and administrators were part of a delegation of higher education representatives who toured Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Continue reading
Memorial service set for former Lake Campus Dean Bonnie Mathies
As dean, Bonnie Mathies helped spur the dramatic growth of Wright State University’s Lake Campus. Continue reading
LEAP hosts international potluck to wrap up summer semester
LEAP Cultural Hours are designed to introduce international students to other cultures, meet new people and practice their English skills outside of class. Continue reading
Right on the money
Wright State alumna Kristy Epperson makes short work of her $14,000 student loan debt
Kristy Epperson, who graduated from Wright State with a bachelor’s degree in nursing, paid off her student debt in a year-and-a-half. Continue reading
Lake Campus wetlands expert Stephen Jacquemin meets with governor’s group
Steve Jacquemin, associate professor of biology, was invited to the Ohio governor’s residence to discuss how wetlands can help reduce nutrient runoff and harmful algal blooms. Continue reading
Port in a storm
Wright State staff member Ashley Browning operates donation center for tornado victims
Ashley Browning, project manager for the SARDI Program, opened The Heartbeat to distribute goods and foods to those affected by the Memorial Day tornadoes. Continue reading
Wright State neuroscience major Adrian Williams appointed to state higher education committee
Adrian Williams, vice president of the Wright State student body, is one of two students serving on the Ohio Undergraduate Mission Study Committee. Continue reading
Wright State’s Ellis Institute offers free psychological first aid for those impacted by Dayton mass shooting
The Ellis Human Development Institute and Reach Out of Montgomery County are offering free, individual psychological first aid for adults. Continue reading
Wright State holds campus gathering to mourn victims of Dayton mass shooting
Megan Betts, a senior environmental sciences student who also sang in a campus choir, was killed during the Oregon District tragedy. Continue reading
Mutual aid
The Wright State Police Department hosted a tour of the Dayton Campus for the Regional Emergency Response Team as a part of the team’s monthly training. Continue reading
