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Wright State right down first-generation student’s alley

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Dennis Bova

Paige Patterson, a first-generation college student and standout on Wright State’s Division I bowling team, has embraced campus life, excelled academically and athletically, and aims for a career in sports marketing after graduation. Continue reading →

Over 1,400 families received food assistance at Wright State’s Nutter Center

Posted on August 8, 2025 by Kris Sproles

More than 1,400 households received food assistance at Wright State University’s Nutter Center during a mass distribution organized by The Foodbank. Continue reading →

Family business

Wright State grads lead Young’s Jersey Dairy into a new generation
Posted on August 8, 2025 by Kris Sproles

This fall, Wright State graduate Dan Young will pass the torch as CEO of Young’s Jersey Dairy to his son, John Young, also a Wright State alum. Continue reading →

Mass food distribution scheduled for Wright State Nutter Center on Aug. 7

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Bob Mihalek

The Foodbank will host a mass food distribution for people in the Greene County area who need food assistance on Thursday, Aug. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Wright State University Nutter Center. Continue reading →

A special type of ‘family medicine’

With three graduates, the Stefko family leaves a lasting legacy at Wright State’s Boonshoft School of Medicine
Posted on August 5, 2025 by Dennis Bova

Three members of the Stefko family — Joe III and his children Jordan and Joe IV — share a special bond as Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine graduates, continuing a legacy of compassionate care and medical excellence. Continue reading →

Wright State graduates receive free school supplies to jump start their teaching careers

Posted on August 1, 2025 by Kris Sproles

New Wright State teacher education graduates received free classroom supplies through a partnership with Crayons to Classrooms to help them prepare for their first year in the classroom. Continue reading →

Nursing and Health Careers Camp at Wright State gives high school students hands-on experience

Posted on July 31, 2025 by Dennis Bova

The Wright State and Premier Health Nursing and Health Careers Camp immersed 46 high school students in hands-on medical training and eye-opening experiences that sparked their passion for health care careers. Continue reading →

Wright State videographer Kris Sproles wins regional Emmy and Ohio journalism award

Posted on July 29, 2025 by Bob Mihalek

Kris Sproles, video content producer at Wright State, was honored with a Regional Emmy and an award from the Ohio Society of Professional Journalists for his outstanding storytelling and visual journalism. Continue reading →

Wright State’s Lake Campus ranked as Ohio’s best value in higher education

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Bob Mihalek

Wright State’s Lake Campus was ranked as the best value among all Ohio colleges and universities by the financial planning website SmartAsset, thanks to its affordability, student success outcomes and financial aid support. Continue reading →

Wright State University earns Collegiate Purple Star renewal for support of military-connected students, veterans

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Bob Mihalek

Wright State University was once again recognized as a Collegiate Purple Star campus by the Ohio Department of Higher Education for its commitment to supporting military-connected students and veterans. Continue reading →