Rowdy reveal
Wright State student Carly Blessing, who has played Rowdy Raider for years, poised to graduate
After performing as Rowdy Raider, Wright State senior Carly Blessing aims to work as a character performer at Disney World.
Graduate Programs Open House November 2, 2023
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Named for Ohio's world-famous Wright brothers, Wright State University offers a unique blend of access, affordability, and innovation.
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The People of Wright State
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Getting involved
Passion for law drives nontraditional student leader at Wright State
Stephanie Buettner, a political science major at Wright State, is president of the Student Government Association, an intern with Student Legal Services and president of her sorority.
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Switch hitter
From sports medicine to fire and rescue, Wright State student’s career path changed for the better
Ryan Clark was inspired to pursue a career in emergency medical services after connecting with the Fairborn Fire Department during a course at Wright State.
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University Events
Senior Thesis Exhibition 2024
Tuesday, March 26 to Saturday, April 27, 2024
Robert and Elaine Stein Galleries
Social Work Club: General Meeting
Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 11 am to Noon
Allyn 210
University News
Wright State alumna Nicole Scherzinger wins top British theatre award as star of ‘Sunset Boulevard’
Nicole Scherzinger, who studied musical theatre and acting at Wright State from 1996 to 1999, received the Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her role as Norma Desmond in “Sunset Boulevard."
Healthy competition
Wright State students compete for startup funds in annual entrepreneurial competition
A business idea to create healthy snacks that are not overly engineered is the winner of the 2024 Wright Venture competition.
Student success-minded
First-generation Wright State alumna supports students like herself at Columbus community college
