Wright State Headlines
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Apr 30
More than 1,650 students to graduate this spring across Wright State’s Dayton and Lake Campuses
Wright State University will celebrate more than 1,650 graduates during its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies held April 30 through May 2 on the Dayton and Lake Campuses. Continue reading
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Apr 29
A path shaped by service
Mitch Eiting, who manages global philanthropy and corporate giving at Midmark Corporation, will be honored as the 2026 Lake Campus Outstanding Alumnus at commencement. Continue reading
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Apr 29
Wright State to award honorary doctorate to publishing executive Kirk Davis at spring commencement
Kirk Davis, a former musical theatre student who led the nation’s largest newspaper company, will receive an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters during Wright State’s commencement ceremony on May 2. Continue reading
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Apr 28
Wright State students spot the finish line, celebrate Spring Semester’s end at April Craze
The 14th annual April Craze gave students a chance to let loose, dance, enjoy great food and enjoy that summer is right around the corner. Continue reading
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Apr 28
Chick-fil-A near Wright State’s Dayton Campus approved by Beavercreek City Council
The new Chick-fil-A restaurant will serve as a foundational component of Raider Row, a larger commercial development planned on land near Wright State University that spans portions of both Beavercreek and Fairborn. Continue reading
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Mays three lifts men to overtime win over Idaho
After Idaho sent the game into overtime with a halfcourt three, a buzzer-beating three by Julius Mays in the extra period gave Wright State a 80-78 win… Continue reading
A Daughter’s Love: Wright State graduate Judy Wyatt funds Patient-Centered Medical Home for People Living with Dementia
Judy Wyatt has always had a special bond with her mother, Stella. “My mother and I were born on the same day,” Wyatt recalled… Continue reading
Twice as nice: Wright State holiday toy drive doubles in output, generosity
The Wright State community is helping more needy children than ever before this holiday season. Continue reading
New year’s resolution: Finish college
Chancellor Petro encourages Ohio residents to finish their education
If your New Year’s resolution is more about fattening your wallet than thinning your waistline, then University System of Ohio Chancellor Jim Petro has a suggestion for you… Continue reading
Wright State exhibit will celebrate Wilbur Wright’s “life of consequences”
Heritage groups in the Dayton region next year will celebrate the life of Wilbur Wright, who invented the airplane in Dayton with his brother Orville… Continue reading
Happy Birthday, Newsroom!
On December 14, 2010, the Wright State Newsroom was born. Continue reading
Madrigal Dinner a renaissance holiday hit again
Wright State University’s Student Union Apollo Room was transformed into an English manor of the Renaissance era for the 29th annual… Continue reading
Wright State officials meet with Governor Kasich on Latino issues
A statewide meeting convened by Gov. John Kasich and his wife, Karen, to discuss issues affecting the state’s Latino community included two Wright State University officials. Continue reading
Men hold on for 51-49 win at Miami
The Wright State men’s basketball team nearly saw a five-point lead slip away in the final minute, but held on for a 51-49 win over the Miami RedHawks Saturday at Millett Hall. Continue reading
A very Raider wedding
Two longtime Wright State employees recently tied the knot in the library where they met. Continue reading
