The Health and Wellness Program in Student Support Services has been established to assist in educating the university community about the responsible use of alcohol as well as the misuse/abuse of alcohol and other drugs. Various programs are available for presentation to student clubs and organizations, as well as other university groups.

In addition, Student Support Services collaborates with the Wright State University Counseling and Wellness Services to offer an educational program for students who may be experiencing problems or concerns with alcohol and/or other substances. Students who have a concern about their alcohol or other drug use are welcome to contact the Office of Student Support Services for more information about the substance abuse education program. In addition, referrals from faculty and staff are also accepted. Students may be referred to the program through the disciplinary process.

Wright State University is committed to educating and increasing awareness of students, faculty, and staff about incidence of sexual assault, prevention, and intervention. The university has established the Sexual Assault Education and Prevention program to provide educational programming, crisis intervention, advocacy, and referral services for students who have been victims of sexual assault.

Wright State University implements several programs to serve the needs of the large number of commuter students enrolled at the university. Commuter Appreciation Day is held annually during Welcome Week to raise awareness of the needs of commuter students who comprise the majority of our student population. A commuter lounge is located in the Student Union, outside the Office of Student Support Services, for students to relax and study between classes. Additional programs for commuters include Good Morning Commuters, Good Evening Commuters, and Finals Survival. These programs are held several times each semester and provide an opportunity for commuter students to stay in touch with current campus happenings and get information about various departments and services on campus. A Commuter Student Association is active on campus. Those interested in joining should contact the Office of Student Support Services at (937) 775-3749.

A wide variety of off-campus housing is available close to campus and in the Dayton metropolitan area. The prices vary as greatly as the variety of options.

A list of registered off-campus housing units available to rent is maintained by the Office of Student Support Services. There are also lists maintained of students who are available as roommates or who are seeking roommates. Mediation of tenant/landlord conflicts is available if the landlord is registered with the Office of Student Support Services. The lists are available from the Off-Campus Housing Information Board outside the Rathskellar, 008 Student Union. Mediation can be requested by contacting the Office of Student Support Services at (937) 775-3749.

The Wright State University Parents’ Association supports student success by promoting communication between parents and family members of Wright State students and the university. The Parents’ Association meets throughout the academic year and co-sponsors the annual Parents’ Weekend. The organization also sponsors a scholarship for the students of association members. Visit the Parents' Association website for membership information and other resources.

Office of Student Support Services, 022 Student Union
Coordinator: Katie Deedrick
(937) 775-5742

The focus of this program is for the student participants (“mentors”) to promote health education such as wellness, sexual health, and alcohol and other drug awareness to various student groups and gatherings throughout campus. The participants are recruited a number of ways: through the summer orientation program; campus activities; advertisements; and by other program participants. Active members learn valuable skills such as public speaking, listening, and program development. All interested students are welcome to inquire.