Wright State in the News

Experts: It’s time to rethink cyber workforce

Excerpt Cybersecurity isn’t just about the internet anymore. It affects the car you drive, the phone you use, and all of the electronics you own. That’s “the Internet of things,” and it’s only growing more complex every day, says Vance Saunders, … Continue reading →

Wright State students heading to the Amazon Rainforest

Excerpt This summer eight Wright State students will be traveling almost 4,000 miles to Manu National Park, Peru for the expedition of a lifetime. Under the watchful guidance of Marcia Wendeln, professor of tropical biology, and Dr. James Runkle, students … Continue reading →

Wright State site gathers hacking news

Excerpt A locally developed web site is providing a one-stop look at each day’s developments in the increasingly relevant world of hacking and computer security. Wright State University’s Institute of Defense Studies and Education and its Center for Professional Education … Continue reading →

Ohio is a leader in terahertz technology

Professor Elliott Brown

Excerpt Ohio is emerging as a global center of research in a branch of physics that’s stymied scientists for decades. It’s called Terahertz radiation, a band of light waves with potential uses that range from detecting cancer to uncovering art … Continue reading →

New scholarship brings opportunity to Air Force base

Excerpt With so many students striving to complete degree programs with as little debt as possible, it’s no surprise that competition for scholarships is fierce. As new scholarship programs begin, however, more aspiring students should receive support and opportunities that … Continue reading →

Wright State students visit France, meet WWII hero

Excerpt “Every American should visit the Normandy beach landing sites and the American cemetery and museum because it’s a way to truly honor the sacrifices of those young American servicemen so long ago,” said Kaitlin Coyle, Wright State French major, … Continue reading →

Video—Local soccer coach on World Cup

Wright State men’s soccer head coach Bryan Davis discussed the World Cup and the United States men’s national soccer team on “FOX 45 in the Morning.” Watch the interview.

Video—Local veterans and terror experts watching Iraq closely

Political science professor Vaughn Shannon

Local terror experts are watching the turmoil in Iraq with keen eyes. What if the United States gets involved in the warring factions battling over regions in Iraq? Markets are vulnerable if the crisis deepens and experts say oil prices will be … Continue reading →

Actress Ruby Dee had connections to Wright State University

Excerpt Faculty members at Wright State University had the honor of working with noted actress and activist Ruby Dee on at least two occasions. Dee, who died at age 91 in her home Wednesday night, is remembered as both “vivacious” and “gracious.” Along with … Continue reading →

Wright State WPAFB Scholarship announcement

Round up of coverage of the new Wright State WPAFB Scholarship program. Wright State grad school to offer scholarships for Wright-Patt workers Dayton Daily News (subscription required): Wright State University will pay part of the tuition costs for Wright-Patterson Air … Continue reading →