Wright State in the News

DDN: Wright State hosts ‘stakeholder summit’ to develop 2025 strategic plan

Excerpt Wright State University leaders and representatives are meeting for three days this week to assist in development of the school’s new strategic plan. More than 100 people will meet today through Thursday at Wright State’s 2455 Presidential Drive building, … Continue reading

DBJ: Cryptocurrency, tax reform, retirement planning among topics at Wright State symposium

Excerpt Bitcoin and cryptocurrency, tax reform and retirement planning are just a few of the topics nationally known experts will present this week at a symposium hosted by Wright State University. The fourth-annual Leading Innovation and Finance Today and Tomorrow … Continue reading

DDN: Stunning performances in theatre, dance, music and more as Wright State’s premier arts event returns

The stage is set for Wright State University’s College of Liberal Arts annual ArtsGala, an event to raise money for scholarships in visual arts, film, theater, music and dance. Continue reading

DDN: Bitcoin, tax reform part of Wright State business conference

Excerpt Wright State University will host a conference later this month focusing on several financial issues. The fourth annual LIFT2Symposium will address the issues of Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, tax reform and retirement planning, among other topics, according to the university. The … Continue reading

DDN: Wright State awarded $1 million for scholarships, undergrad research

Excerpt Wright State University has been awarded a five-year $1-million grant by the National Science Foundation. The grant, which runs through February 2023, will fund scholarships, research and other activities for the Applying Scientific Knowledge program, according to the university. … Continue reading

The Guardian: Wright State to host Civil Rights Commission

Photo of the the Ohio Civil Rights Commission's visit to Wright State University.

On Thursday, Apr. 5, the Ohio Civil Rights Commission will be hosted at Wright State University. Continue reading

DBJ: Wright State wins $1M grant to expand undergraduate research, fund scholarships

Wright State University has landed a nearly $1 million grant to expand its undergraduate research capabilities. Continue reading

Springfield News-Sun: Wright State student assists with design of Navistar Springfield line

Excerpt A new axle line at Navistar’s Springfield plant was designed with the help of a Wright State University intern who spent most of the past year working on the project. RJ McCoy, a senior majoring in mechanical engineering, said … Continue reading

Dayton Daily News: Raiders try to return to normalcy after clinching NCAA tourney bid

After a week of intense basketball, an energetic celebration following a 74-57 win in the Horizon League championship game and a rowdy four-hour bus ride home, one would think the first order of business for the Wright State players when … Continue reading

Sidney Daily News: WSU gifted bust of acclaimed local writer

Excerpt A one-of-a-kind bronze bust of acclaimed poet and novelist Paul Laurence Dunbar has been gifted to Wright State University by its creator, Dayton artist Reginald Harmon. The bust was displayed Feb. 21, along with exhibits of Dunbar’s works, at … Continue reading