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Wright State hosts regional educators for film-focused learning

The Muse Machine Summer Institute immersed K–12 teachers in documentary filmmaking and experiential training
A woman stands over a film camera on a tripod, looking into it. Another person stands behind them watching.

The Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures hosted educators from 26 schools in the region during the institute’s first focus on documentary filmmaking. Continue reading →

Summer of discovery

Wright State students take their research beyond campus to academic conferences across the continent
A man stands in a field full of plants, holding up a fly net. A man in the background is examining a finding.

From investigating invasive species to determining what temperature light makes someone perform at their best, students in the College of Science and Mathematics shared their findings at summer conferences. Continue reading →

More than 2,400 Wright State students move in to on-campus housing for start of Fall Semester

Wright State University welcomed more than 2,400 new and returning residential students to its Dayton Campus for the start of the 2026 Fall Semester. Continue reading →

Wright State welcomes another increase in residential students this fall

More than 2,400 students will live on the Dayton Campus as residence hall move-in begins Aug. 19

More than 2,400 students are expected to live on Wright State’s Dayton Campus this fall, the highest number of on-campus residents in the past 10 years. Continue reading →

Seeing and believing

Christina Davis knew Wright State was the right choice. Now she’s searching for cancer treatments while finishing her doctorate and preparing for the next big venture.

Now at the No. 1 graduate school in the country for biological sciences, Christina Davis credits her Wright State education for helping lay the foundation for her success. Continue reading →

Curating a career

Wright State art major Mikail Berger-Messenger transforms a summer internship into his first public exhibition

Mikail Berger-Messenger, a painting and printmaking major, curated “From Campus to Community,” showcasing the work of college students and recent graduates, as part of his internship with the Dayton Society of Artists. Continue reading →

Setting up the community

The Wright State University volleyball team helped hundreds of Greene County children get ready for the new school year during a Back-to-School Kick-Off. Continue reading →

Wright State Theatre recognized among Miami Valley’s best

Wright State recognized for Best Collegiate Play and Best Collegiate Musical in the Dayton Daily News’ annual theatre review

Award-winning productions and standout performances showcase the talent of Wright State Theatre students, faculty and alumni. Continue reading →

Student-led SPARK program promotes health and wellness at Wright State

Peer educators are working to create a campus culture centered on connection, education and support for fellow students
Two woman stand at a booth, covered with a tablecloth and holding up a poster board with Counseling and Wellness information on it.

A team of students are making conversations about wellness more approachable by providing peer support and campus resources to fellow students. Continue reading →

Wright State video producer earns Regional Emmy and state journalism award

Kris Sproles was recognized with two professional honors for his captivating storytelling

Kris Sproles, a staff member in Wright State’s Office of University Communications and Marketing, earned two professional awards for his outstanding storytelling and visual journalism. Continue reading →