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Faculty Retrenchment: Students' Concerns

By Ashley Hainzer · Wednesday, March 4, 2026

In 2021, the Wright State University (WSU) Board of Trustees approved a plan for faculty retrenchment. This plan, intended to "align with enrollment needs," was placed to help save money and keep tuition low. However, there are student concerns about how these retrenchment policies may affect them in the future.

Wright State ICE Walkout: A Complete Overview

By Ashley Hainzer · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

A student-led walkout occurred on Feb. 3, performed as a protest to the current Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) situation in the country. There are several angles to the conversation.

Veterans Targeted by Scams in Kettering

By Julia Kirk · Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026

The Kettering Police Department (KPD) warned local residents of scam text messages. Sent out on Feb. 4, these messages specifically target veterans.

Darris Serrano, WSU Professor, Wins International Literary Award

By Julia Kirk · Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026

Darris Serrano, a Wright State University (WSU) Spanish professor won the 2025 Pedro Correa Vazquez Literary Criticism Essay award for her book “Voices in Global Times.”

Property Damage, Trespassing and more: Campus Crime Notes Jan. 31 to Feb. 7.

By Ashley Hainzer · Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026

There were several disturbances on campus, including trespassing, disorderly conduct and assault on the Wright State University (WSU) Dayton Campus from Jan. 31 to Feb 7.

How Rising Housing Costs are Affecting Students

By Julia Kirk · Friday, March 6, 2026

Housing prices continue to be on the rise and Wright State University (WSU) is not immune to it. Housing prices rose 0.05% on campus between the previous and current school years. This has an impact on where students choose to live during college.

ICE Agents in Springfield: What Does it Mean for WSU Students?

By Julia Kirk · Monday, Feb. 23, 2026

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been deployed to Springfield, OH, aligning with Haitian residents’ temporary protected status (TPS) expired on Tuesday, Feb. 3. Agents are expected to remain in Springfield until at least March 3.

Fairborn Committee Approves Plans to Update Sports Park

By Julia Kirk · Monday, Feb. 16, 2026

Ernie Apt. Park, located in Fairborn, OH, was approved for major renovations, costing $13.6 million and including updates to several new ballfields, equipment and more.

Car Stolen from WSU: Is Your Car Safe on Campus?

By Brandon Player · Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025

The Wright State University Police Department (WSUPD) released a campus notice informing all commuters and domestic students that a car was stolen from WSU. The theft occurred between Oct. 30 and Oct. 31. After the alert, students were instructed by the WSUPD to enact proficient safety precautions to keep their vehicles and belongings safe.

Exercise Oncology Certificate Prepares Students for the Future of Cancer Treatment

By Ashley Hainzer · Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025

Launched in Fall 2024, Wright State University's Exercise Oncology Certification for undergraduate and graduate students in the College of Health and Exercise Science reshapes how WSU and future oncology students approach the movement of cancer research.

WSU's Response to Snowstorm Fern Attracts Mixed Reactions

By Ashley Hainzer · Monday, Feb. 16, 2026

Winter storm Fern hit the Miami Valley, bringing nearly 16 inches of snowfall from Sunday, Jan. 25 to Monday, Jan. 26. Wright State University (WSU) cancelled classes and held virtual learning for the entire week. Many students and their families were left with safety concerns about the following snow removal.

New Recycling Project to Make Wright State University a Leader in the Industry

By Ashley Hainzer · Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025

Two WSU faculty members have acquired a national grant to help revolutionize the way that recycling and manufacturing is done. This grant has been given to few other universities, making WSU one of the first to take advantage of this opportunity.

Sexual Offenses, Trespassing and Underaged Drinking: Campus Crime Notes Feb. 17 to Feb. 23

By Ashley Hainzer · Tuesday, March 3, 2026

There were instances of underage drinking, trespassing and sexual offenses that took place on the Wright State University (WSU) campus between the days of Feb. 17 and Feb. 23.

Disorderly Conduct and Identity Fraud: Campus Crime Notes Feb. 8 Through Feb. 16

By Ashley Hainzer · Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026

Menacing, disorderly conduct and identity fraud were all reported on the Wright State University (WSU) campus from Feb. 8 to Feb. 16.

Guardian Gallery: WSU Students Protest ICE on Dayton Campus

By Kylee Lairmore and Britin Frazey · Monday, Feb. 16, 2026

Social work students, partnered with the Wright State University (WSU) chapter of The Ohio Student Association (OSA), organized a classroom walkout on Feb. 3. The organization invited students and faculty to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Slavery Exhibit Removed from President’s House Site

By Julia Kirk · Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026

The U.S. National Park Services removed the slavery exhibit plaques at the Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia on Thursday, Jan. 22.

Assault and Larceny: Campus Crime Notes Jan. 21 Through Jan. 30

By Ashley Hainzer · Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026

Between the days of Jan. 21 and Jan. 30, Wright State University (WSU) faced multiple crimes. These included assault, larceny theft and traffic stops.

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WSU Receives $3 Million Grant: University Funds Civic Literacy Program for Educators

By Ashley Hainzer · Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026

Wright State University (WSU) was awarded a $3 million grant by the U.S. Department of Education. This grant was used to create the Civic Literacy Program, with the goal of providing civic literacy access to underserved communities.

Domestic Violence and Crime on Lake Campus: Campus Crime Notes Dec. 22 Through Jan. 20

By Ashley Hainzer · Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026

There were several disturbances, including domestic violence, larceny and crimes at both the Dayton and Lake Campus reported on campus for the days of Dec. 22 to Jan. 20.

Guardian Gallery: WSU's Dayton Campus After Winter Storm Fern

By Kylee Lairmore · Monday, Jan. 26, 2026

Snow covered Wright State University’s Dayton campus Jan. 25 as the region dug out after Winter Storm Fern brought record-breaking snowfall to southwest Ohio.

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By Kylee Lairmore , Ashley Hainzer and Macie Allen Monday, March 9, 2026

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