Wright State in the News

Video—Wright State program recruits Iraqi students

A Wright State University program is helping bright minds from Iraq get an education in Dayton, and it’s what’s working in the Miami Valley. It’s all part of an international partnership between the US Department of State and the Iraqi government. … Continue reading →

Vest excited, humbled to land pro contract

Excerpt The class that could have helped Matt Vest the most in his first job after graduating college is one he didn’t take in four years at Wright State. “I don’t know any German, so I guess I’ll have to … Continue reading →

Video—Medical students give students physicals

Medical students and 5-year-olds working together and learning important lessons from one another. First-year med students from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine gave free check-ups to 35 Kiser kindergarteners Friday. The med students conducted non-invasive physical exams under … Continue reading →

Former Fairborn educator to speak at Wright State

Excerpt Award-winning educator and writer Eric A. Combs will discuss his transition from life in the military to civilian life and his career as an educator in public schools during a program at Wright State University. The former Fairborn Primary … Continue reading →

Video—Free skin cancer screenings

Now that the weather is warmer you and your family are likely spending a lot more time outdoors. That makes now the perfect time to talk about taking care of your skin. Wright State’s Department of Dermatology is offering skin … Continue reading →

Video—Raiders baseball team shaves heads for charity

A local baseball team is giving back with just a quick shave. Members of Wright State University’s baseball team shaved their heads to help kids in need. It’s all a part of the VS. Cancer Foundation. The organization raises money and awareness … Continue reading →

Video—Blue beetle could be key to fountain of youth

Dean Rider

It’s not a magical water source or a fantasy fountain, but Wright State University researchers may be close to finding a fountain of youth. Wright State researchers are on a mission to find the fountain of youth and it’s all … Continue reading →

Linda Vista program helped family in need

Excerpt Aisha Ford, a junior majoring in film studies at Wright State University, has a life story to tell that she isn’t afraid to share. She’s spoken out for Linda Vista, a program for women and children victimized by abuse … Continue reading →

Video—Expert on DNA evidence speaks at YSU

Dan Krane

Except DNA evidence is becoming more widely used and necessary in criminal court cases. Dan Krane is a professor of biology at Wright State University and is one of the world’s foremost DNA experts.  He’s served as a witness in over … Continue reading →

Wright State Spring Commencement

Scenes from the 2014 Spring Commencement at Wright State University. The Spring Commencement class includes applicants for 1,381 bachelor’s degrees, 612 master’s degrees and 26 doctorate degrees. View photos from WHIO-TV.