Wright State in the News

Lee Hannah, Ph.D., professor of political science at Wright State University, talked to WYSO Public Radio about his new book, “Green Rush: The Rise of Medical Marijuana in the United States.” “Green Rush” looks at the de-stigmatization of marijuana and … Continue reading →

A local university received a grant to be used towards workforce development. Wright State University secured a $1.4 million grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education as part of its Super RAPIDS regional program. This program is focused on … Continue reading →

A local doctor and a founding member of the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine left the school a gift of $1.7 million as part of his estate, which will go toward funding scholarships for medical students. Dr. William … Continue reading →

Wright State University students, with their parents’ help, began moving into residence halls today for the new school year. The university is expected to have 2,304 students move into residence halls and apartments during move-in this week. Wright State President … Continue reading →

Lee Hannah, Ph.D., professor of political science at Wright State University, is quoted in a Newsweek article examining how Vice President Kamala Harris could capitalize on the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Hannah told Newsweek that Harris’ campaign will likely … Continue reading →

Brian Boyd, Ph.D., associate professor of education at Wright State University, is quoted in a Dayton Daily News article about what makes a good teacher and why it matters. Boyd told the newspaper that rather than focusing on pushing out … Continue reading →

Lee Hannah, Ph.D., professor of political science at Wright State University, is quoted in a Newsweek article analyzing former President Donald Trump’s recent comments about Vice President Kamala Harris’ race. “Trump and the party have made gains with Black and … Continue reading →

John Dinsmore, Ph.D., professor of marketing at Wright State University, was featured in an article about restaurant pricing in American Public Media’s “Marketplace.” Consumers may put more trust in restaurants with very specific prices, Dinsmore told “Marketplace.” Whether an item … Continue reading →

A Dayton-area university and healthcare organization are moving forward on a transformational partnership to bolster Dayton’s healthcare workforce. Premier Health said in April it planned to invest $25 million in Wright State University over the next two years to help … Continue reading →