{"id":170406,"date":"2026-11-13T09:09:09","date_gmt":"2026-11-13T14:09:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webapp2.wright.edu\/web1\/newsroom\/?p=170406"},"modified":"2026-11-13T09:09:10","modified_gmt":"2026-11-13T14:09:10","slug":"wright-state-student-organizations-give-back-during-fall-semester","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/webapp2.wright.edu\/web1\/newsroom\/2026\/11\/13\/wright-state-student-organizations-give-back-during-fall-semester\/","title":{"rendered":"Wright State student organizations give back during Fall Semester"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether raising money for cancer research, making a difference in the lives of local children or bridging language barriers, Wright State University student organizations are finding meaningful ways to give back \u2014 not only on National Philanthropy Day on Nov. 15, but throughout the semester.<\/span><\/p>\n

Think pink<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

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During the Fall Semester’s “Think Pink Week,” Zeta Tau Alpha raised $4,000 to support breast cancer education, research and awareness. (Photo provided by Zeta Tau Alpha)<\/p><\/div>\n

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, and Zeta Tau Alpha<\/a> is working to support the education, research and awareness of the disease.<\/span><\/p>\n

Each semester, the sorority hosts \u201cThink Pink Week,\u201d a weeklong series of activities and events. This semester\u2019s activities included dine-to-donate partnerships with local restaurants, an opportunity to pie-a-Zeta and a 50\/50 raffle at a women\u2019s soccer game.<\/span><\/p>\n

The week\u2019s main event was Volley for a Cure, where the Wright State community could donate to form a team and participate in a volleyball tournament. The event also includes raffle baskets and a silent auction.<\/span><\/p>\n

From Oct. 11\u201317, \u201cThink Pink Week\u201d raised $4,000 \u2014 doubling the sorority\u2019s goal and surpassing the total raised during the entire 2025\u20132026 academic year with the Spring Semester\u2019s events still to come.<\/span><\/p>\n

The sorority has been recognized on a national level for its contributions to the cause. Over the summer, Olivia McCloskey, a senior psychology<\/a> major and president of Zeta Tau Alpha, and Lauren Marinelli, a junior criminal and justice studies<\/a> major and vice president of recruitment, attended Zeta Tau Alpha\u2019s national convention in Palm Springs, California.<\/span><\/p>\n

Wright State\u2019s Eta Pi chapter was awarded the $10,000 Level Founders Club award, highlighting the amount of money the chapter has raised for breast cancer education, awareness and research during the 2024\u20132026 biennium.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cKnowing that our chapter\u2019s efforts contribute to our national organization\u2019s support for breast cancer research is incredibly special to us and reminds us why we do what we do,\u201d McCloskey said.<\/span><\/p>\n

For the kids<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Making a positive impact on the lives of children at Dayton Children\u2019s Hospital is at the heart of Miracle Makers\u2019 mission.<\/span><\/p>\n

This semester, the Miracle Makers<\/a> hosted a lemonade stand during move-in, an ice cream social, a fun run during Family Weekend and a pumpkin painting event to raise awareness of the organization among students, local businesses and the community while raising funds for the cause.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cOur goal is not only to raise money but also to create opportunities for students to get involved and understand the difference they can make in the lives of children and families in our community,\u201d said Hali Csoltko, a junior biological sciences<\/a> major and executive director of Miracle Makers.<\/span><\/p>\n

The organization has also been preparing for its largest fundraiser of the year. Scheduled for April 10, 2027, Raiderthon is a full day of dancing, games, activities, free food and drinks and raffles. One of the most meaningful parts, Csoltko said, is having Miracle Children from Dayton Children\u2019s Hospital and their families join in on the fun, giving supporters the opportunity to meet the kids who will benefit from their generosity.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cRaiderthon is more than just raising money. It’s about showing these families that they have an entire community standing behind them,\u201d Csoltko said.<\/span><\/p>\n

All proceeds from the event go directly to Dayton Children\u2019s Hospital. In 2026, the organization raised over $59,000<\/a> for the hospital.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Miracle Makers raised more than $59,000 for Dayton Children\u2019s Hospital during the Spring Semester\u2019s Raiderthon and has spent the fall raising awareness of the organization ahead of Raiderthon 2027. (Photo by Erin Pence)<\/p><\/div>\n

Bridging the gap<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

When patients visit their healthcare professionals, clear communication is essential. But for Spanish-speaking patients, language barriers can make it difficult to communicate with healthcare providers. Amigos Latinos<\/a> has spent this semester working to bridge that gap.<\/span><\/p>\n

At the Latino Wellness Clinic, students have helped translate conversations between patients and doctors. They have also dedicated time to helping Boonshoft School of Medicine<\/a> medical students learn and practice Spanish so that they are better prepared to serve Spanish-speaking patients.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201c<\/span>It is rewarding to see how our organization contributes to the Dayton region, even in small steps,<\/span>\u201d<\/span> said Leslie Perez, a sophomore <\/span>education<\/span><\/a> major and president of Amigos Latinos.<\/span> \u201c<\/span>Engaging in community service is not only important for giving back to society, but also for building connections and creating opportunities for others.\u201d<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Amigos Latinos works to bridge language barrier gaps between patients and healthcare providers by providing translation services and teaching medical students Spanish. (Photo provided by Amigos Latinos)<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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