Excerpt from the Dayton Business Journal
A local university is prioritizing its commitment to growing as an anchor institution to Ohio’s largest, single-site employer, forming an alliance that will benefit its graduates.
Wright State University President Sue Edwards says her institution’s top priority is meeting the needs of its students and the Dayton region. She says Wright State plans to continue strengthening an ongoing relationship with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB).
“Our mission is to ensure a ready workforce for WPAFB and surrounding contractors,” she says. “Wright State will continue to evolve our curriculum to ensure it is reflective of the needs of WPAFB and surrounding defense-related companies.”
Wright State is the 2023 Military Supporter of the Year by Dayton Business Journal.
Officials from Wright State and WPAFB have formed an initial agreement that affords Air Force researchers access to work in university facilities. Wright State’s efforts are connected to the Inter-Governmental Service Agreement that is expected to be completed by 2024. The IGSA will open research and laboratory space on campus for base researchers, faculty, and students to work side-by-side on cutting-edge research. This will work in conjunction with the new Center for Aerospace Medicine and Human Performance.
Wright State has also secured additional funding for its Clearance Ready Program, which exposes students to opportunities at WPAFB and surrounding defense contractors, preparing them for the security clearance process and connecting them to employment opportunities.
