Wright State Headlines
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Jan 14
Wright State receives $3 million grant to strengthen civic literacy and engagement across Southwest Ohio
Wright State’s Center for Civics, Culture and Workforce Development has received a $3 million U.S. Department of Education grant to strengthen civic literacy and engagement among K–12 educators and students across 16 counties in Southwest Ohio. Continue reading
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Jan 13
Fitness Center renovation brings new equipment and excitement to Wright State’s Campus Recreation
Wright State University students, faculty and staff welcome major renovation of Campus Recreation Fitness Center. Continue reading
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Jan 13
Wright State University settles civil lawsuit against WSARC, now doing business as Parallax Advanced Research Corporation
The Wright State University Office of General Counsel releases statement following the legal settlement. Continue reading
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Jan 12
Wright State senior paints a new path through fine arts internship
A new partnership between Wright State and the Miami Valley School is giving painting major Cienna Wallace real-world classroom experience and opening doors for future fine arts students interested in teaching. Continue reading
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Dec 18 2025
Wright State recognizes Nursing Professor Kim Ringo for advancing international student success
Wright State nursing professor and alumna Kim Ringo received the 2025 International Education Award for her leadership and mentorship in supporting international nursing students. Continue reading
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Special Categories
E-waste recycling program set to expand, save money through partnership with Goodwill
Each month, Wright State University sends a jumbled heap of computers, monitors and cords to be recycled. Continue reading
Tito, Wright State’s first K-9 officer, retires
Tito, the first K-9 officer to serve on the Wright State University police force, served alongside his handler, Sgt. Richard Coy, since 2008. Continue reading
Innovation and discovery at Wright State University
Named after early aviation pioneers Orville and Wilbur Wright, Wright State University continues their tradition of innovation. A rich and dynamic community of nearly 18,000 students on two campuses, Wright State is changing lives with an ongoing commitment to transforming … Continue reading
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Vital wetland owes existence to biology professor Jim Amon
Retired Wright State biology professor Jim Amon has spent the past 25 years helping preserve and restore a vital wetlands. Continue reading
Wright State selected to take part in national initiative to advance teaching in STEM fields
Under a national initiative, Wright State will customize approach by the College of Engineering and Computer Science to grow and diversity STEM graduates. Continue reading
Wright State to mark construction milestone of multiuse classroom building
Expected to open next summer, the Student Success Center and Classroom Building will include active learning classrooms, an auditorium and academic support services. Continue reading
STEM City: Home to future scientists, engineers and mathematicians
New residential learning community geared toward serving students in the Colleges of Science and Mathematics and Engineering and Computer Science. Continue reading
Boonshoft School of Medicine students discovering new ways to help diabetic patients
Graduate students in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology are making discoveries that may save limbs and reduce kidney failure in diabetes patients. Continue reading
Trafficking trek: Ian Kallay bicycling cross country to bring attention to sex trafficking
Wright State student Ian Kallay will spend part of his summer cycling from the Dayton Campus to San Francisco to raise public awareness about sex trafficking. Continue reading
Author, screenwriter Antwone Fisher inspires foster youth
Best-selling author and screenwriter Antwone Fisher tells foster youth that no matter how difficult life may become, they can achieve their dreams. Continue reading
