Staff Profile
Summer activities across Ohio offer entertainment and culture
Kristina Thomas and Megan Constable
April 20, 2013
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Top Stories
The Ohio area has multiple events for students to enjoy over the summer. These include concerts, comedy shows, performances, festivals and more. Five Rivers MetroParks have trails and parks all over the city of Dayton. This organization is also responsible for many of the outdoor activities. Some... Read more »
April Craze to celebrate the end of the school year
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
April 18, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
April Craze, sponsored by Student Activities and the University Activities Board (UAB), is an outdoor celebration of the end of the year. It is the final day of classes and ends the Senior Week events. April Craze is open to all students and is a free event. This tradition will have local music, vendors,... Read more »
Applications for first student run Homecoming planning committee available
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
April 13, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
This will be the first year WSU will have a student driven planning committee for Homecoming. Applications to join this committee are on OrgSync located under the forms tab. Applications are due in the office of student activities by April 19. Assistant Director to the Office of Student Activities... Read more »
Art students prepare their senior thesis
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
April 11, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
The Senior Thesis Exhibition is a requirement for seniors working on their Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA). All students can submit up to 10 pieces to the Art and Art History committee for the exhibition. The concentration is on photography, printmaking, sculpture and painting. Each senior will have at least... Read more »
Senior Week brings fun to students last week
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
April 10, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
The office of Alumni Relations will hold the second annual Senior Week, to allow seniors to reflect on their time at WSU and have fun. They have put together a variety of activities both on and off campus. This year’s Senior Week will be from April 13-19. “Last year, this week had more career... Read more »
Colleges Against Cancer to sponsor the Relay for Life
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
April 7, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Relay for Life is a nationally known event to raise money for cancer research, sponsored by the American Cancer Society. Colleges Against Cancer (CAC) will sponsor the Relay for Life on April 13 from 2 p.m. to 8 a.m. in the quad. The event is an overnight stay at various locations where teams walk... Read more »
Rainbow Alliance to bring the Drag Show back for its ninth year
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
April 4, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Rainbow Alliance will host their ninth annual Drag Show, where men will dress up as “drag queens” and perform a lip-synched routine to a song of their choosing. The Drag Show will take place on Friday April 5 at 8 p.m. in the Apollo Room. Tickets are $7 for presale and $10 at the door. The... Read more »
WSU celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
April 3, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Even though Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is in May, WSU celebrates it in April due to the semester schedule. The Asian/Hispanic/Native American Center will host a variety of events for students and faculty to attend. There will be lectures about gender and Onnagata in the Kabuki Theater and... Read more »
Models and designers showed off their talent at the Black Women Striving Forward fashion show
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
March 31, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
Black Women Striving Forward (BWSF) student organization held a premiere fashion show Thursday night, March 28, in the Apollo Room, themed New York’s Fashion Week. The show featured three student designers that were judged on presentation, uniqueness, posture of models and creativity. The Apollo... Read more »
RCA’s Sibs Weekend to bring activities for residents and their sibs
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
March 31, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
The Residential Community Association (RCA) will host their annual Sibs Weekend from April 5- April 7. The theme is “A Safari of Siblings.” There will be activities and entertainment planned for siblings of residential students. “Many of our residents live hours away from the university so... Read more »
ArtsGala celebrates its fourteenth year
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
March 30, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Each year the arts departments work together to produce one of the biggest events at Wright State, the ArtsGala. ArtsGala will take place in the Creative Arts Center on April 6, 6:30 p.m. to midnight. This event is open to the public. The ArtsGala displays talented students who study art, music,... Read more »
Alpha Xi Delta brings recognition to Autism Awareness Month
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
March 27, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
Wright State’s Alpha Xi Delta Sorority is partnering with Autism Speaks as part of their annual philanthropy to recognize Autism Awareness Month. Sorority members across the country will work to raise awareness and financial support for Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest advocacy organization... Read more »
We Serve U to bring Clothes That Work to campus
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
March 23, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
We Serve U, a service group for faculty and staff, is teaming up with Clothes That Work to show students appropriate attire for the business world. We Serve U will hold a fashion show on March 27 at noon in the Student Union Atrium, which will showcase business suits and casual business attire for men... Read more »
The “herstory” of Women’s History Month
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
March 22, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
The idea to celebrate women’s achievements, contributions to society and history started in the school district of Sonoma, California in 1978. Presentations were given at many schools and students participated in essay contests and parades held downtown Santa Rosa. The celebration continued to spread... Read more »
Greek organizations to raise money for their philanthropies
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
March 21, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Each year, Kappa Delta sorority collegiate and alumni chapters raise approximately one million dollars to benefit child abuse prevention. This year, the sorority will have a Dance-A-Thon as the annual Shamrock Event. Proceeds and donations will go to support Care House, an advocacy and resource center... Read more »
Tips on how to drink and be safe
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
March 17, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
For many college students, drinking is an essential activity at any party or bar. However, it is important for students to practice basic safe drinking techniques especially for St. Patrick’s Day. These techniques will help students have fun and avoid dangerous situations: Eat before you drink Eat... Read more »
Poet brings her experience to WSU students
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
March 10, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Poet Ekere Tallie will share her poetry and knowledge with WSU students with a public reading on Thursday March 28 at 2 p.m. in the Millett Hall Atrium, and a poetry workshop at 10 a.m. Tallie’s writings deal with silence, sexism and racism. Tallie’s work has been published in many anthologies... Read more »
“Grand Hotel” to premiere at the Festival Playhouse
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
March 8, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
WSU’s Theatre Department will present the Broadway Musical “Grand Hotel.” The story is set in Berlin during the golden age just before the infamous crash of the New York stock exchange. It’s based on the 1929 Vicki Baum novel and play, “Menschen im Hotel” (People in a Hotel) and a 1932 feature... Read more »
Go to Ale Feast to enjoy food and beer from the Dayton area
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
February 28, 2013
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Top Stories, Wright Life
Joe Waizmann started a beer sampling expo 15 years ago called Ale Fest. Five years ago, he took it a step farther and started Ale Feast which includes craft beer and fine food sampling. There will be 17 food stations, including local establishments and three culinary institute chefs. Waizmann is expecting... Read more »
Most students staying home for spring break, others traveling to warmer locations
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
February 22, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
In a recent Wright State Poll, many students agreed that this Spring Break they would be staying at home. However, there were students who planned on traveling for spring break. Mexico Mexico has cheap and exclusive accommodations, non-stop energy clubbing, huge parties, plenty of shops and beaches... Read more »
Student gets her second heart transplant and looks forward to returning to WSU
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
February 20, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
WSU junior Rachel Doseck recently had her second heart transplant and has been in recovery for a month. Doseck had her first transplant at the age of 10, and for about nine years, she lived a normal life. She started having symptoms of nausea and low blood pressure for over a year causing doctors... Read more »
Dayton provides fun and entertainment for spring breakers staying home
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
February 20, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
There are plenty of things to do in Dayton during Spring Break. Activities include: visiting historical sites, performance and entertainment venues and attending family fun festivities and clubs. Entertainment: Scene 75 offers games, indoor go-karts, a 4-D motion theater, blacklight mini-golf,... Read more »
Learn about relationships by joining Relationship 101
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
February 16, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
Relationship 101 is a new organization on campus that offers a way for students to share their ideas about romantic relationships by covering a wide range of topics, having discussions and using different tactics such as peer-to-peer interaction. “College students can benefit from their peers,”... Read more »
Help children in need by making blankets with Project Linus
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
February 15, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
Project Linus is a nation-wide organization that works to provide blankets to children that are ill and hospitalized. Wright State’s National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) decided to make Project Linus their service project this year. They will host an event in the Atrium Saturday, Feb. 16 from... Read more »
A single’s survival guide to Valentine’s Day
Kristina Thomas, Features Editor
February 13, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Valentine’s Day does not have to be a holiday for couples. Singles can enjoy the day and spread their love as well. However, for many people, being dateless leaves them feeling lonely and irritated. The important message for singles to remember is that Valentine’s Day is a festival that celebrates... Read more »
Students create and run show about Dayton nightlife and more
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
January 27, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Wright State Students Josh Weston and Sherrie Portis host, direct and produce an online show called “Out at Night.” “It’s unique because it brings a spark of Hollywood to Dayton and gives the people of Dayton a new platform to share their stories,” Weston said. According to Weston, this... Read more »
Learn how to ice skate or show off your skills at RiverScape
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
January 18, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
Five Rivers MetroParks in Dayton is offering ice skating lessons for adults this winter. There are three dates available to sign up, which include Jan. 20, Feb. 3 and Feb. 17. Lessons are held in downtown Dayton at Riverscape from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is $10 for every lesson. People can register... Read more »
Wright State student on his way to stardom
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
January 17, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Musician and WSU junior Petey Mosbarger will audition for “America’s Got Talent” on Jan. 19 in Columbus. Although the show is having an open casting call, producers personally called Mosbarger to audition. “I’m very excited about this experience and opportunity,” Mosbarger said. “I sent... Read more »
Students join the community to honor Martin Luther King Jr.
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
January 16, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
The Bolinga Center encourages students to join in celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a unity march across campus. The Bolinga Center is working with student organizations to make this event possible. This is the second annual march that will give students the opportunity to learn about MLK’s... Read more »
January brings awareness to cervical cancer
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
January 16, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
According to the National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC) about 12,000 women in the U.S. get cervical cancer each year. It’s rare for young women to be diagnosed, but it is possible. The NCCC provides information, support and advocacy around HPV and cervical cancer. They offer media campaigns... Read more »
Student Government holds House Party in the Atrium
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
January 11, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Student Government is sponsoring a 90's themed organization fair this semester. The House Party will be held in the Atrium Jan. 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Student organizations can pick an activity that’s related to a television show, toys or games from the 90’s. They are encouraged to be creative... Read more »
The Zonta Club provides volunteer opportunities for members
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
January 9, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
The Zonta Club is an international service organization of executives in business and the professions working together to advance the status of women. Recently, Besa Sharra, WSU alumni, founded and became president of the Dayton chapter. This organization works to provide women around the world with... Read more »
Psychology club offers resources for the future
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
January 6, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
For those majoring in psychology, or interested in the subject, it would be beneficial to check out the Psychology Club. Their mission statement is to encourage academic excellence through association with faculty and fellow students with an interest in psychology. The meeting times vary but are usually... Read more »
How to prepare for spring semester
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
January 5, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
With Spring Semester just days away, it's time to prepare and get back to business. There are many decisions to make and tasks to complete during this semester before summer break. The most important thing for students to focus on is grades. For those who did great with the semester change, keep up... Read more »
A brief look at the history or New Year’s Day
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
January 3, 2013
Filed under Wright Life
New Year’s wasn't always celebrated on Jan. 1. About 4,000 years ago, during the Babylonian time period people celebrated Akitu, a festival during the spring and fall equinox. The spring equinox represented the start of a new year. In 46 BC, Julius Caesar introduced a new calendar synced to the... Read more »
The Adventurers’ Guild allows members to become different people through role playing games
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
December 30, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
The Adventurers’ Guild is a gaming organization on campus. They focus on table top, card and video gaming. Most of the members have interests in all types of games and support this with a fun and social atmosphere. “Anyone can join. Just show up and we’d be happy to get you involved in the group.... Read more »
Things to do on New Year’s Eve in Dayton
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
December 29, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
By the time New Year’s rolls around, opening gifts and eating excess amounts of food has passed. For many college students this is the last chance to party hard, without worrying about school before the start of a new semester. Dayton has activities for the whole family as well as a nightlife to celebrate... Read more »
Students celebrate Christmas with their family traditions
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
December 23, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
For many students, Christmas is a chance to take a break from school, possibly pick up a seasonal job to earn some extra money and time to spend with loved ones. Popular holiday customs include exchanging gifts, decorating the Christmas tree, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends... Read more »
The Muslim Student Association seeks to inform students about Islamic culture
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
December 22, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
The Muslim Student Association isn't new to Wright State. President, Muhamed Gula and Vice Presidents Farzan Aziz and Taseen Ahmed have been working hard to unite the Muslim students at Wright State and provide them with spiritual resources and support since, for some members, it is their first time... Read more »
“America’s Got Talent” looking for contestants in Ohio for the first time
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
December 19, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
“America’s Got Talent” is looking for contestants in Columbus Ohio. This is reality series that features singers, dancers, magicians, comedians, and other performers. The unique quality of this show is there are no restrictions on age or talent. The prize of winning this competition is one million... Read more »
Students plans for break ranges from alone time to more work
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
December 10, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
With the semester change, winter break has been pushed back causing many students to be anxious for its arrival. Students are looking forward to going home for the holidays and spending time with friends and family. “For this break, I’m ready to go home to visit my parents and hang out with friends.... Read more »
Madrigal Dinner takes students back in time
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
December 9, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
The Madrigal Dinner is a celebration that students and community members can attend to experience a part of history. It was first brought to WSU in 1974. After being inactive for quite some time, it began again in 1983. Wright State’s Student Union, department of music and Dining Services are the driving... Read more »
Annual Santa Pub Crawl provides fun while raising money for Toys for Tots
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
December 7, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
The annual Santa Pub Crawl will benefit Toys for Tots. It will be held on Saturday, Dec. 8, 2012 from 5:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. The Santa Pub will take place at various taverns throughout the Oregon District. “Students should come to the event because it helps the community and it’s fun. There is going... Read more »
Globetrotters stop in Dayton during eighty-seventh world tour
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
December 5, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
On Monday, Dec. 10, Buckets of the world famous Harlem Globetrotters will be in Dayton to talk about the team's 2013 "You Write the Rules" world Tour, the globetrotters' eighty-seventh consecutive season of touring the world. Fans will choose the rules for the game. It could be anything from playing... Read more »
Key and Peele make new jokes featuring Wright State at the Nutter Center
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
November 30, 2012
Filed under Arts & Entertainment
Comedians from Comedy Central Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele performed live at the Nutter Center on Nov. 17. Both are best known for their ability to do improvisation and character impressions. The audience quickly became amused as Key and Peele opened their sketch by satirizing the President. Throughout... Read more »
WSU alumnus follows her dreams and opens a tanning salon
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
November 28, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Sun Kissed Tanning is a new salon that has opened across the street from campus in the complex near Quiznos. It is owned and operated by a Wright State Graduate who has worked hard to get to where she is today. The salon has 10 tanning beds, two different spray tan customs, top of the line toning supplies... Read more »
Project Runway brings the seven deadly sins to life for its third year
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
November 28, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Project Runway is an event where three to five people form a team and make an outfit in a certain amount of time, and the best part is there are no rules. Sounds easy, but the team must incorporate the items given to them into the outfit and out shine the other contestants for the ultimate prize. This... Read more »
Orgs. on campus celebrate Thanksgiving with those who cannot go home
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
November 19, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Raidersgiving is a term to describe how the WSU community will celebrate Thanksgiving with students who will not be able to make it home for the holidays. This is a community effort with USAC, We Serve U and Residence Services. According to Sommer Todd, organizer for Raidersgiving and Business &... Read more »
Emerald Jazz Spirit Squad looking for new talent
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
November 14, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
WSU’s Emerald Jazz Spirit Squad is looking for dancers for the upcoming season. For the competitive dance team try-outs were last Sunday but for the next couple of weeks the team will allow walk-ins. There are two teams: Game Day, which is for fun and entertainment and Competitive Dance, which requires... Read more »
Bring Home the Bacon gives students a chance to give back
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
November 13, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Bring Home the Bacon was more than just a late night meal for students. The event was a fundraiser to raise money for Residence Services Scholarship Fund and to make students donors to WSU. Residence Services, office of Annual Giving and the Student Philanthropy Council collaborated and put this... Read more »
Students defeat their smoking habit thanks to the Freshstart Quit Smoking Program
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
November 13, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
During October, students had a chance to join the Freshstart Quit Smoking Program. Katherine Winters, Graduate Assistant of Fitness and Wellness, and Jennifer Turpin, Assistant Director of Fitness and Wellness facilitated this group. Freshstart is a group-based tobacco support program offered by the... Read more »
The Bronies start a club despite criticism
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
November 11, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
The Bronies, a new organization at WSU is a group of males who can relate to the cartoon “My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic.” Beyond that characteristic, they reach a common ground of unity and friendship with people from different backgrounds. “The Bronies that we started at WSU is a subculture... Read more »
“Fagbug” documentary previewing at Wright State
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
November 10, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Erin Davies started Fagbug as an advocacy effort to reach out to students who deal with homophobia. This movement lead to Davies’ documentary “Fagbug.” “In this film Erin Davies turned a negative situation in her life into a positive inspiration for people to deal with discrimination,” Andrea... Read more »
Fun facts about the candidates
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
October 30, 2012
Filed under Uncategorized
There are some interesting facts that many people may not know about Romney and Obama. Barack Obama was a United States senator from Illinois who also served in the Illinois state senate. He was a lawyer and a law professor before he became President. His birthday is Aug. 4, 1961, he’s married... Read more »
Students spend their free time on the campaign
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
October 30, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
There are many WSU students going out of their way to support their choice for president. “I’ve knocked on over 500 doors promoting Romney,” junior Joseph Weiffenbach said. “I started in mid-August and volunteer every week at Victory Center in Centerville. I’ve done shifts of three hours... Read more »
Comedy and politics unite during election
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
October 30, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
President Obama and Governer Romney face a lot of laughs and criticism over the debates. These “jokes” range from broad topics and come from comedians on late night talk shows and young adults on social networking sites. Some of the comments about Romney involve race, the “binders full of... Read more »
International and American students come together for Halloween
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
October 23, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
The University Center for International Education (UCIE) will host another International Coffee Hour that will allow students to explore different ethnicities of students on campus. The focus is Halloween activities such as pumpkin carvings. It will be held on Oct. 26, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. in the Residence... Read more »
Paranormal activity: The most haunted places in Ohio
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
October 23, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Some of the most haunted places in Ohio are Franklin Castle in Cleveland, the Ohio Reformatory, Cincinnati’s Satan’s Hollow and Athens. Franklin Castle: located at 4308 Franklin Boulevard Northwest Cleveland, Ohio 44113. This huge four story Gothic stone mansion/castle has over 20 rooms with... Read more »
4 Paws fundraiser helping student
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
October 23, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
WSU’s 4 Paws for Ability will host a fundraiser for senior Mallory Holler called Howl-O-Ween. This fundraiser will be held Thursday Oct. 25 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Student Union Atrium. Students and the WSU community can look forward to food, a photo booth, raffles and costume contests for kids. “Sometimes... Read more »
The origin of All Hallows’ Eve
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
October 23, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Halloween is a holiday where dressing up in costumes, eating candy and visiting haunted places are on your to do list. However, few people know where the holiday originated and what the symbols that represent this holiday mean. Halloween originated with ancient Celtic festivals and traditions. Celtics... Read more »
Conversation on comic books explores immigration
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
October 16, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Wright State will bring an event to campus that will target immigration and assimilation into American culture. This event is unique because the focus is famous comic book characters. The event is called Superman and Wonder Woman as Immigrants, and will be held on Oct. 22, from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.... Read more »
ZTA bring awareness to breast cancer
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
October 16, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Zeta Tau Alpha began an association with Susan G. Komen for the Cure in 1992 when it became the first national sponsor of the Race for the Cure’s National Series Breast Cancer survivor Recognition Program. According to their website www.zetaualpha.org, ZTA has provided the signature pink T-shirts... Read more »
Tips to make it through the semester
Kristina Thomas, Feature Writer
October 16, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Non-freshmen are probably agonizing the amount of weeks left in the semester. This time last year the first quarter would almost be done. We may be on a semester schedule but it’s still very important for students to stay focused and make it through the weeks to come. For students who are clueless... Read more »
Mensa testing near WSU
Kristina Thomas, Contributing Writer
October 9, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
The Mensa Qualification Test is coming to the WSU area. The test is a series of questions that will reveal your IQ. The test will be held Wednesday, Oct. 24 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Beavercreek Branch Library, 3618 Dayton-Xenia Road. The test is two hours long and costs $40 per person, but two... Read more »
4 Paws teaches students how to train puppies
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
October 9, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
It’s hard not to notice the service dogs that are on WSU’s campus. 4 Paws is an organization on campus designed to train these puppies to become service dogs for people with disabilities. 4 Paws fosters puppies to help them socialize and prepare for life as a service dog. “The best part of... Read more »
Homecoming bringing week of events to campus
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
October 3, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Homecoming is a tradition for campuses across America. At Wright State University, Homecoming will be celebrated throughout the week starting Oct. 8 and ending Oct. 13, with a full agenda of events and activities for students on each of these days. “This will be my first WSU Homecoming so I get... Read more »
Fogdog Review accepting submissions
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
October 3, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Writers, who like to exceed past the classroom but still gain learning experience and recognition are urged to publish a piece in Wright State’s Fogdog Review. The Fogdog Review publishes student essays about literature, popular culture and film and has been doing so since 1997. “The Fogdog Review... Read more »
TV show seeking contestants from Ohio
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
September 25, 2012
Filed under Arts & Entertainment
A new television game show, called “Let’s Ask America,” is currently accepting cast members. This show is a daily, half-hour television show that lets people be a contestant on the show from the comfort of your own home via Skype. The game show aired on Sept.17 in 14 different markets all in the... Read more »
We Serve U helps students get involved
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
September 25, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
WSU’s We Serve U offers students an outlet to get involved in the community. Many students may want to volunteer their time and talent to help others, but don’t know how to get involved or who to talk to. We Serve U is an organization that makes members of the WSU community aware of these opportunities... Read more »
The Neon raising money to convert to digital
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
September 25, 2012
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Top Stories
The Neon, in Downtown Dayton, can expect big changes in the weeks to come. The Neon is a locally owned and operated independent cinema. It has been in the same location for over 25 years. It currently provides 35mm films, but starting mid-October they will convert to digital. To raise money for the new... Read more »
Sundance Film Festival movie screening at WSU
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
September 18, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Wright State was chosen as one of the 50 schools to screen the new Healthcare Documentary called “Escape Fire: The Fight to Rescue American Healthcare” before it hits theaters. The 2012 Sundance Film Festival chose “Escape Fire.” It will be shown on Sept. 19, 7 p.m. at the Gandhi auditorium in... Read more »
BeardCon gets students excited about facial hair
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
September 18, 2012
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Top Stories
For the first time ever, Ohio will be having a beard convention called Beard Con. This event will be held Oct. 6 from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Columbus Convention Center. Beard Con is Ohio’s Third Charity Beard and Mustache competition. According to junior and participant, Brandon Tussing, BeardCon... Read more »
Superheroes visit the Dayton Art Institute
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
September 11, 2012
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Top Stories
Today superheroes are everywhere. Right now, it is the theme of an exhibit at the Dayton Art Institute (DAI). This special exhibition, You Are My Superhero, is on view until Sept. 23. You Are My Superhero is presented with support from patron sponsor Premier Health Partners, supporting sponsor Triec... Read more »
Best of WSU: Places to hang out and have fun
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
September 11, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
With the stress of exams, lectures and work, it may seem impossible to balance a social life. But college isn’t just a place to find out what career path you want to take, it’s also a time to have fun and meet new people. Many areas on and off campus provide students with that opportunity. “I... Read more »
WSU offers recreational activities to students
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
September 11, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Wright State has a great deal of recreational activities available to those seeking to be healthy, become physically active and have fun. The outdoor activities that WSU offers can provide enjoyable experiences that are adventurous and be used as tools for development, team building and relaxation. The... Read more »
boys-2-MEN Mentoring Group helps food pantry
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
September 4, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
It’s fair to say Wright State assists many of our students in need. One service that Wright State provides is the Friendship Food Pantry. The pantry offers food and toiletry items for those in need. This service is important for students who cannot afford the necessities of life. One group that helps... Read more »
Humans Vs. Zombies limping towards WSU
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
September 4, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
For new students campus life can seem overwhelming. Welcome Week probably helped with this anxiety but there are fun activities WSU has to offer. Graduate student Stephen Gogol is in the process of bringing the college game Humans vs. Zombies to WSU. “Human vs. Zombies is essentially a large... Read more »
UCIE holds welcome back barbecue
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
September 4, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
This school year the UCIE (University Center for International Education) will have numerous events for students all across campus. On Sept. 7, 2012 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., the UCIE will host a Welcome Back Barbecue at E190 Student Union. Namrata Dave, graduate assistant with the UCIE, states the department... Read more »
WSU’s Collegiate Chorale takes home silvers at the World Choir Games
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
August 28, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Wright State is known globally, thanks to the The Collegiate Chorale, who participated in the 2012 World Choir Games. The World Choir Games is the largest choral competition in the world, according to the World Choir Games website. It takes place every two years and is inspired by the Olympics. The goal... Read more »
Sculptor James Sullivan visits WSU
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
August 28, 2012
Filed under Arts & Entertainment
Many students on campus have a passion for art and creativity and wonder what Wright State has to offer them. Well, one of the first events of the semester gives students the opportunity to talk to a renowned artist and observe his work. Starting September 2 through October 14, the Stein Galleries in... Read more »
Welcome Week introduces new students to WSU
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
August 28, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Welcome Week is filled with activities for all students. Each day of the week activities are planned and located throughout campus. This is a time for students to meet organizations, get familiar with campus life, meet new people and have fun. One thing that was new this year was Monday’s Welcome Week... Read more »
Best of WSU: Spending dining dollars wisely
Kristina Thomas, Features Writer
August 27, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Being a new student in a new environment can be overwhelming. There are many questions and things students may not understand. One in particular is what are dining dollars, how does it work and where can students use it. First, there are numerous places on campus that offer a wide variety of food. There... Read more »