Wright State in the News

After a close shave, the beardless status quo returns to politics

Christopher Oldstone-Moore, senior lecturer of history, wrote about why politicians usually do not wear beards in the Wall Street Journal. His commentary begins: “America’s highest-ranking facial hair has fallen to the razor. In November Paul Ryan made headlines when he quit … Continue reading →

Three from Dayton area to receive Governor’s Awards for the Arts

Excerpt Three Dayton-area nominees will receive high honors from the state for their efforts in promoting the arts. Nine winners were announced Wednesday to receive awards at the 2016 Governor’s Awards for the Arts in Ohio, and among them were … Continue reading →

Supporting roles

Excerpt Jamie and Marya have had plenty of practice juggling their hectic schedules and their marriage. Both teach theatre at Wright State University, both are artists in residence at The Human Race Theatre Company and both perform professionally. Recently, Jamie … Continue reading →

Wright State wins $700K to train teachers

Wright State University has received a $700,000 grant that will help it qualify high school teachers to teach college courses. The school won the grant from the Straight A Fund, allocated by the Ohio General Assembly. This was part of … Continue reading →

Wright State’s Gary LeRoy is making a difference

Gary LeRoy

WHIO News Center 7 recognized Gary LeRoy, associate dean for student affairs and admissions at the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, for his work at the East Dayton Health Clinic. Watch the report.

Wright State student to compete on Jeopardy

Excerpt This year’s “Jeopardy! College Tournament” will include Wright State University student Emily Bingham, a senior who is studying literature and marketing. The Englewood resident will be one of 15 contestants competing Jan. 5-­6 at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City, … Continue reading →

Fuzz Therapy relieves stress for Wright State students

Students de-stressed by playing with service dogs from 4 Paws WSU in Wright State University’s Dunbar Library during Fuzz Therapy. Watch the report from WDTN’s “Five on 2.“

Wright State toy drive helps families in need

Wright State students, faculty and staff donated hundreds of toys and other items for needy children in Montgomery and Greene counties during the university’s annual Christmas for Kids gift drive. Watch the report from WDTN 2 News.

Why and when men grow beards

Christopher Oldstone-Moore

For everyone with a hirsute family member, a bearded patriarch, a fuzzy metro-sexual, here’s a great gift, a not-entirely-serious account of why and when men grow facial hair. It’s called “Of Beards And Men,” by Christopher Oldstone-Moore. It’s a history … Continue reading →

Salt barn seen as model for future cost-sharing

Excerpt A new $3 million facility at Wright State University is seen as a possible model for future cooperative ventures between state-supported universities, state agencies and local governments. The two-acre complex at 3800 University Blvd. includes several service buildings and … Continue reading →