Wright State first-generation student bowls over obstacles
Wright State student Paige Patterson is thriving in her business courses, on the women’s bowling team and as an intern with the Athletics Department.
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Perseverance paying off for Wright State economics student
After enrolling in Wright State for the third time, economics major Michael Santana is thriving in the classroom and as a campus leader.
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Wright State counseling alum makes therapy fun for young clients
Zach Webber, who earned a master’s degree in counseling from Wright State, uses Geek Therapy to reach his young clients during counseling sessions.
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University Events
Micah Zavacky: Walking through Stone
Tuesday, January 14 to Saturday, March 15, 2025
Robert and Elaine Stein Galleries, Project Space Gallery
Marcella Hackbardt: Recent Works
Tuesday, January 14 to Saturday, March 1, 2025
Robert and Elaine Stein Galleries, Cantelupe Gallery
Campus Recreation: Group Fitness: Boxing w/ Bryant
Monday, February 17, 5:45 pm to Monday, February 24, 2025, 6:45 pm
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University News
Dayton Children’s Hospital and Wright State University expand longtime partnership
Dayton Children’s Hospital and Wright State have agreed to further develop and grow the pediatric clinical workforce and enhance research to improve regional children’s health outcomes.
Wright State to help local teachers build knowledge of STEM fields
Wright State’s Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering will train local K-12 teachers to inspire students to pursue semiconductor and electronics manufacturing careers.
