A golf cart parade, a bonfire and several reunions highlight a packed day of Homecoming activities.
Originally founded as a branch campus of The Ohio State University and Miami University, Wright State became an independent institution in 1967.
Wright State University's 50th anniversary celebration culminates this week with more than 35 special Homecoming events.
A social media-activated vending machine that dispenses free hats, T-shirts, gift cards and other products will be on campus during Homecoming Week at Wright State, the first university in the region to have one.
The 2010s have been highlighted by the appointment of Cheryl B. Schrader as president; the dedication of the Tom Hanks Center for Motion Pictures; opening of new buildings; and a successful $167.7 million fundraising campaign.
The special Homecoming Week features a golf cart parade, chili cook-off, bonfire, dining-in-the-dark event and a reunion of Wright State’s founding classes.
Wright State continued to find success in the 2000s through financial growth and more student success.
The 1990s brought a growth spurt for Wright State, as the university opened seven buildings opened, three centers and Alumni Field.
Brandon Baum uses the skills from his biology degree and certificate in Clinical Laboratory Sciences to analyze lab work.
Julie Williams, a professor in the School of Professional Psychology, received the Distinguished Contributions to the Advancement of Disability Issues Award from the American Psychological Association.
