Success Stories

Student Profiles

Science driven

Biological sciences major Rahul Shah serves on the university’s Board of Trustees, is a member of several student organizations and is actively involved in research at Wright State.

Kicking off a medical career

Former Raider and professional soccer player Christopher Dupont returned to Wright State to conduct research while pursuing M.D. and Ph.D. degrees.

Reaching goals

Michelle Rings, a senior nursing major at Wright State, turned a summer internship into her first nursing job at the Cleveland Clinic.

STEM-focused

Wright State computer engineering major Celeste Irwin wants to use her medical and programming knowledge to work in research and product development in MRI-guided focused ultrasound.

Good investment

Losing his job because of the pandemic inspired Eric Tomlinson to pursue a degree at Wright State that matched his decades of experience as a supply chain management professional.

Rainbow remedy

Emily Winkelman studied women, gender and sexuality studies and led the Rainbow Alliance to ensure there are inclusive spaces at Wright State and in the community.

Alumni

Dance stance

The floor of the Wright State Nutter Center holds a special place in Ayauna Goodwin's heart.

Prime time

Raj Soin College of Business graduate Beth Graves leads a local manufacturing company founded by her father.

Finding sanctuary

Wright State English alumna Rishan Habte is a program officer for economic empowerment at Lutheran Immigrant and Refugee Services.

Neuroscience minded

In addition to her successful nursing career, Kayle Heckler teaches the critical care nursing course at Lake Campus.

Thrill of the grill

Erica Blaire Roby was named "Master of 'Cue" in "BBQ Brawl," a competition among barbecue greats hosted by the Food Network.

Fishing expedition

Integrated science studies graduate Ben Strang monitors fishing quotas on fishing vessels for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Faculty

Teach the children well

A kindergarten teacher inspired Betsy Crites, teacher education instructor at the Lake Campus, to pursue her own career in education.

Counselor education professor receives Ohio Counseling Association award for excellence in research and writing

Rick Wantz, Ed.D., professor of counselor education and mental health counselor education program advisor, received the Ohio Counseling Association (OCA) Award for excellence in research and writing...

Staff Profile