Wright State Headlines
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May 2
Wright State Board of Trustees approves university budget for fiscal year 2026
The Board of Trustees approved a balanced university budget plan that supports Wright State’s academic mission and continues investing in student success and career readiness. Continue reading
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May 2
Wright State engineering seniors showcase designs and research at expo
Dozens of Wright State University engineering majors showcased their technical expertise and creative problem-solving at the annual Senior Design Expo in the Russ Engineering Center on April 26. The expo featured 11 research and design projects developed by seniors in … Continue reading
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May 1
Wright State alumna Nicole Scherzinger nominated for Tony for ‘Sunset Boulevard’ performance
Nicole Scherzinger, who studied musical theatre and acting at Wright State, is nominated for a Tony Award for her portrayal of Norma Desmond in “Sunset Boulevard.” Continue reading
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May 1
Mother and daughter to celebrate graduation together at Wright State
Mother-daughter graduates Kristina Bringman and Chloë Johnston will celebrate back-to-back commencement ceremonies at Wright State University this weekend. Continue reading
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May 1
Wright State’s Boonshoft School of Medicine to graduate 129 new physicians May 3
The Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine will hold its 2025 commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 3, at 4:30 p.m. in the Nutter Center. Continue reading
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Monthly Archives: April 2025
Dayton Daily News: Wright State to graduate more than 1,400 students this weekend
Wright State University expects to graduate 1,459 students during its spring commencement held Friday and Saturday at the Wright State Nutter Center. The graduate ceremony will be held Friday at 7 p.m. in the Nutter Center. Undergraduates will graduate Saturday … Continue reading
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Wright State computer engineering prodigy hits the right notes in the classroom and cafeteria
For Colby Anderson, who will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering this spring at age 18, playing the piano provides a much-needed creative outlet. Continue reading
Wright State alum Scott Bauer honored for career of service, leadership and innovation
Rising from an entry-level clerk to the senior executive service, two-time Wright State grad Scott Bauer exemplifies the positive impact of civilian federal service. Continue reading
Wright State President Sue Edwards talks supporting students, embracing innovation and leading through change on the ‘Reimagining HigherEd’ podcast
Wright State University President Sue Edwards, Ph.D., joined Judyth Sachs, Ph.D., chief academic officer of Studiosity, on the “Reimagining HigherEd” podcast. They discuss: The importance of accessible, affordable education and Edwards’ commitment to support students, particularly those from underserved backgrounds … Continue reading
Mercer County Outlook: Lake Campus to hold annual commencement ceremony
On Thursday, May 1, 2025, the Lake Campus of Wright State University will hold its 53rd annual commencement ceremony at Romer’s Catering in Celina. The ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. Susan Edwards, Ph.D., president, Wright State University, will be … Continue reading
Nearly 1,460 students to graduate at Wright State’s spring commencement ceremonies
Wright State University will hold its spring graduate commencement ceremony on Friday, May 2, at 7 p.m. and its undergraduate commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 3, at 10 a.m. in the Nutter Center. Continue reading
Thousands celebrate the end of spring semester at April Craze
For Wright State students, April Craze marks the end of the spring semester and a time to unwind. Continue reading
Wright State grad student helps engineers the future of AI computing at Amazon
From teaching graduate-level courses to researching hardware security, Sayed Nowroz’s Wright State education has prepared him for a pivotal role in developing Amazon’s next-generation AI computing infrastructure. Continue reading
Wright State grad student’s startup wins annual entrepreneurship competition, aims to revolutionize food industry
Wright State graduate computer science student Tharun Sai Nandigam is cooking up innovation with Kyantra, a smart management platform for kitchens, restaurants and food trucks. Continue reading
Wright State’s partnership with College2Careers empowers disabled students for college and career success
Wright State partners with College2Careers to provide students with disabilities with comprehensive support to complete their degrees, earn credentials and prepare for employment opportunities. Continue reading
