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Opinion: A Student’s Journey to the United Nations

By Sudipta Acharjee · Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025

New York, Sept. 25: Sitting inside the United Nations headquarters, I looked around and saw presidents, ministers, country delegates and young leaders from every continent. It felt unreal that I was part of this historic gathering. The discussions were powerful.

Wright State University Foundation Welcomes Three New Trustees to the Board

By Ashley Hainzer · Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025

The WSU Foundation has added three new members to the alumni board. These three individuals are set to join the ranks of the philanthropic foundation that serves the thousands of current Wright State University students.

Behind the Badge: A University Police Rundown

By Andy Gibson · Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025

Wright State University’s Police Department is said to be a helpful resource for the university, as they offer assistance to students when needed and make sure WSU has a safe and secure campus. Here is a brief overview of the WSUPD.

Dayton’s Global Spotlight: 30 Years After the Dayton Peace Accords

By Joshua Easterling · Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025

Three decades after the Dayton Peace Accords, Dayton is once again a crossroads of history. Whether its residents fully realize it or not, the city remains a global symbol of diplomacy—a place where peace was not just imagined, but achieved.

Transfer Pathway Between Universities to Bring New Prospects to Technical Careers

By Ashley Hainzer · Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025

Wright State University and Sinclair Community College have come together to create a new transfer path. This transfer path allows students graduating from Sinclair with a technical degree to seamlessly transfer into the engineering technology program at WSU.

Social Media Trend About Public Urination is Flooding College Campuses

By Ashley Hainzer · Monday, Sept. 22, 2025

A new trend has arrived on university campuses, known online as “The University Pisser." People are pretending to urinate on campus property; while this trend may be funny to some, there could be some serious consequences students might face if they are actually being caught urinating on public property.

Here is Everything to Know About and For Transfer Students

By Andy Gibson · Friday, Sept. 19, 2025

Transfer students make up one-fourth of Wright State University’s student body, at roughly 26% of the overall population. Whether that be from a community college or another university, WSU has transfer students who come from all over.

The AYA Club and Office of Field Placement Strive to Support Future Educators

By Ashley Hainzer · Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025

The Wright State University Collegiate Adolescent to Young Adult Education Club is a new club that was created to support students in the adolescent, young adult education major. Its goal is to unite program members and help them with peer and professional questions. On top of this, the Office of Partnerships and Field Experiences is also dedicated to helping students of this and similar majors find field placements, an important step needed to graduate.

Nearby Construction Leaves Students Frustrated as They Must Adapt

By Ashley Hainzer · Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025

Many construction projects have appeared both on and around campus this year. From the road construction in downtown Dayton, to the ongoing work that is being done to the Hangar, there seems to be a project every way that students look. Opinions on the situation are mixed.

Dink & Drink at the Arcade with Yoga and Art

By Joshua Easterling · Monday, Sept. 15, 2025

The Dayton Arcade has long been a piece of the city’s history. Now, it is also becoming a place where students, artists and community members can recharge through creativity or wellness. This September, the Arcade will host events that bring both together under one roof.

BREAKING: Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot at Utah Valley University

By Aaron Cline · Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025

Charlie Kirk, 31, a close ally of President Donald Trump and co-founder of Turning Point USA, was shot and killed earlier today during a presentation at Utah Valley University.

Public Transportation in Dayton: A Student Guide to Travel Options

By Ashley Hainzer · Monday, Sept. 8, 2025

WSU is connected to tons of public transportation in the Dayton area. Little is explained about this to students, but it is in fact one of the best ways to travel if you do not have a car or are trying to find an alternative, safe and cheaper way to travel.

Food and Dining Prices Increase On Campus: Students Left Disgruntled

By Ashley Hainzer · Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025

Some of the prices for food and drink items have increased a noticeable amount going into the 2025-2026 school year. Students are left disappointed by quality following the price.

Is the Rising Student Population Causing Growing Pains for the University?

By Ashley Hainzer · Monday, Sept. 1, 2025

Wright State University has seen a record-breaking increase of students starting for the 2025 school year. but with this increase in students comes new problems. From moving in to parking, these problems will pose new potential challenges for living on-campus.

How the Rise of Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Academic Sphere

By Ashley Hainzer · Monday, Aug. 25, 2025

With the powerful tool of Artificial Intelligence at students’ disposal, it is evident that AI is beginning to bleed into the academic sphere. Colleges, including Wright State University, have had to rewrite rules and procedures to factor in these new tools.

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Preparing for Fall 2025 Move-In: What You Need to Know

By Aaron Cline · Friday, Aug. 8, 2025

As August progresses, Wright State University students have started to prepare for the Fall academic semester to start. With this comes thousands of students moving back onto campus, with many moving in for the first time. Here is what you need to move in for move-in this year!

BREAKING: Division of Inclusive Excellence and Cultural and Identity Centers Discontinued

By Aaron Cline · Friday, June 27, 2025

The Board of Trustees has issued an e-mail today at 11:48 a.m. announcing the discontinuation of the Division of Inclusive Excellence, as well as the Cultural and Identity Centers. This is because of Senate Bill 1, the Advance Ohio Education Act, which greatly limits multiple aspects of university life.

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Protests in Los Angeles Against ICE Spark Nationwide Controversy

By Aaron Cline · Wednesday, June 11, 2025

On Friday, June 6, protests started in Los Angeles in an attempt to protest against the Trump Administration’s immigration raids, which have been stressed by the president for his entire term. The administration has since deployed the National Guard and hundreds of Marines.

Top Endangered Animals of 2025

By Monica Brutto · Wednesday, May 14, 2025

The biodiversity of our planet is under increasing pressure from human activities and climate change. Several species remain critically endangered, and 2025 is projected to see continued threats to some of the most vulnerable animals. Here are a few of the most endangered species and the challenges they face.

Mold Discovery Sparks Ongoing Housing Nightmare for Student in Honors Hall

By Monica Brutto · Wednesday, April 30, 2025

When Escalajah Draper moved into her Honors Hall dorm room last August, she was excited to start her first year at Wright State University. But what began as a hopeful chapter quickly turned difficult, as she faced months of housing issues that impacted her health, safety, and peace of mind.