About the Center

The Center for Civics, Culture, and Workforce Development is a signature initiative at the intersection of civic renewal, military engagement, and workforce readiness. It positions Wright State University as a national leader by:

• Supporting active-duty, veteran, and DoD-affiliated students, as well as those preparing to work for Ohio’s largest employer.
• Advancing intellectual diversity through civility, curiosity, and a focus on shared values.
• Attracting federal, state, and philanthropic investment.
• Empowering students for civic life, leadership, and public service careers.
   

Leadership

• Executive Director: Jason Anderson, USAF Col Ret, Ph.D.
• Deputy Director: Adam Reiman, USAF Col Ret, Ph.D.
• Deputy Director: Michael Jacobs, Ph.D.
   

Vision

To advance intellectual diversity and upholding the principles of free inquiry, where a vibrant exchange of ideas fosters personal growth, civic responsibility, and societal innovation. To be the national leader in building and maintaining strong academic partnerships with the Department of Defense (DoD) and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), supporting a military-friendly environment and contributing to national defense and community resilience by serving those who secure our freedoms.
 

Mission

The Wright State University Center for Civics, Culture, and Workforce Development exists to cultivate civic responsibility, cultural understanding, and workforce readiness with a strategic focus on our defense community.
 

Our Commitment: Raider Civility

We challenge students to lead with respect, think critically, and engage with courage—on campus, in careers, and in civic life.