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Wright State University's D-Lab: A Place for All Performance Art

By Lauren Mount · Friday, Oct. 10, 2025

In the Creative Arts Center, weekends are dominated by the beat of story and music. Theatre students transform the Directors Lab- affectionately referred to as the "D-lab" into an experimental theater. From laugh-filled cabarets to plays that explore in depth feeling, each performance reflects the imagination of the students. Above all, the D-lab is a safe open space where art in any form is the focal point.

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Behind The Scenes of The Game’s Afoot

By Lauren Mount · Monday, Oct. 6, 2025

Actors in theatre frequently get props for their performances and talent, but just as often, much of the work within the theatre goes unseen. Set builders, lighting designers and tech crews are a vital part of the performance and are often not acknowledged by viewers. 

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Taste of CoLA: Maximizing Undergraduate Experiences

By Britin Frazey · Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025

Wright State University is full of diverse colleges and majors, one of which is the College of Liberal Arts. Hosting a wide range of practices, CoLA’s degrees offer many different ways of thinking, with lots of possible applications in the career world. On Tuesday, Sept. 16, an event called Taste of CoLA was hosted in the lobby of Allyn Hall. 

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988 Day: Spreading Awareness About Crisis Care

By Britin Frazey · Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025

On Monday, Sept. 8, an event for 988 Day was held in the Student Union. Hosted by Counseling and Wellness Services, the main goal was to remind students of the resources available to them and their friends when they are in times of mental struggle. 

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Bringing All Together Through Food at La Comida

By Carli Devanna · Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025

On Thursday, Sept. 4, the Amigos Latino Students Association hosted its first event of the year, La Comida. This event was hosted to bring everyone on campus together through food and to share their culture with all who attended.

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International Overdose Awareness: Know the Signs

By Carli Devanna · Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025

On Wednesday, Aug. 25, Counseling and Wellness Services hosted an informational overdose awareness event, providing students with the knowledge to recognize the signs of an overdose and to help prevent it from happening to those around them.

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University Clubs: A Spotlight on Rock Climbing

By Lauren Mount · Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025

As WSU’s climbing club begins their fourth year, they continue to grow and celebrate the principles upon which they were founded. Since the club’s founding, Club Climbing has always been about community, education and adventure. It plans on sticking to these values by offering more outdoor trips, strengthening the sense of community, and offering inclusive events in the gym.

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Magic and Humor with Trent James

By Carli Devanna · Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025

On Saturday, August 23, the University Activities Board hosted its first performance of the new school year. This performance featured comedy magician Trent James, who filled the seats with lots of laughter and amazed expressions.

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Grooving the Night Away at Rec the Night

By Carli Devanna · Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025

On Saturday, Aug. 23, Wright State University's Campus Recreation hosted another Weeks of Welcome event: Rec the Night. With special guests The Kid Brothers band playing live, as well as various games and activities to do, the night was filled with new memories.

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Kit’s Tips: How to Start a Strong Semester

By Kit Rheyne · Monday, Aug. 11, 2025

Whether it is your first semester at Wright State University, your first semester of college or just your first semester for this school year, knowing how to make the best of it will help set you up for success. 

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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!

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Three Places to go Summer Hiking in Ohio

By Jamie Naylor · Monday, July 21, 2025

Ohio is home to beautiful parks, hiking trails and nature scenes that are accessible in all seasons. Here are some great places to enjoy this beauty during the summer months. 

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A Gluten-Free Guide to the Dayton Area

By Britin Frazey · Monday, July 14, 2025

A gluten allergy or intolerance can be a huge inconvenience, especially when many places lack knowledge of how to avoid cross-contamination or gluten in general. Here is a list of gluten-friendly options in the Dayton area, from personal experience.

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