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 »
Parents Weekend brings families and students together for a weekend full of events
Megan Constable, Features Editor
January 23, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Wright Life
Parents Weekend offers a way for students to share their college life with their family and friends. The weekend offers a wide range of events. “For the first time this year, parents and families will also have the opportunity to attend events at the Creative Arts Center,” Office of the Vice... Read more »
Gift ideas for the holiday season
Megan Constable, Features Editor
December 8, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Buying the perfect gift is not always easy to do. There are a few gifts that are hot this season. The Samsung Galaxy SIII is a smartphone released in competition with the iPhone 5. It’s commercials mock the iPhone 5, claiming that all that’s new about it is a larger screen, and the Galaxy’s... Read more »
Holiday shopping tips from a retail employee perspective
Megan Constable, Wright Life Editor
December 5, 2012
Filed under Opinions
It’s that time of year when shopping becomes a hassle. After working over five years in retail, I have seen it all, and I’m sure there’s more to come. Many shoppers want to get in and out, others want to browse, and then there are those who want to fight. During this holiday season, please keep... Read more »
Dining Services throws Halloween Bash at the Hangar
Megan Constable, Features Editor
October 31, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
The Hangar transformed into a haunted house on Halloween. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. students could go to the Hangar, where Dining Services held their first Halloween Bash at the Hangar. “We had 62 people in our costume contest,” Andrew Deckert, Marketing Manager for Dining Services, said. Students... Read more »
Multiple chances for students to donate blood
Megan Constable, Features Editor
September 25, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Throughout the school year, different groups on campus will sponsor blood drives. To give blood, you must be 17. Sixteen-year-olds may give blood by filling out a parental consent form, which they can print at www.givingblood.org. Donors must bring a photo ID with their full name. Those with infections... Read more »
Amanda Palmer and the Grand Theft Orchestra
Megan Constable, Features Editor
September 18, 2012
Filed under Arts & Entertainment
Amanda Palmer, singer of the Dresden Dolls and wife of writer Neil Gaiman, has created a masterpiece with the help of the Grand Theft Orchestra. Palmer raised $1.2 million with Kickstarter all thanks to her fans. “Theatre is Evil” is fan produced, without a record label and was distributed to retail... Read more »
Mall at Fairfield Commons offering $50 giftcards
Megan Constable, Features Editor
August 28, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
On Thursday, Aug. 30, the Mall at Fairfield Commons will be giving away $50 giftcards to welcome students back to school. Shoppers who bring a receipt from one of the stores in the mall dated Aug. 30 to guest service will recieve a $50 Visa giftcard while supplies last. There is a one giftcard per person... Read more »
Homefull helps those in need in simple and creative ways
Megan Constable, Wright Life Writer
May 24, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Homefull’s goal is to end homelessness. They provide housing, education and advocacy for those who cannot afford a home. According to Tara Purvis, coordinator for the Youth and Literacy Programs, there is an average of 857 people who are homeless every night in Montgomery County alone. Homefull... Read more »
Summer is almost here
Megan Constable, Wright Life Writer
May 24, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Summer vacation is less than three weeks away and students are preparing for summer fun. There is an unlimited amount of things to do during the summer like: travel, amusement parks, concerts, internships, work, school, festivals and swimmin Many students on campus have summer traditions. These... Read more »
WSU Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert
Megan Constable, Wright Life Writer
May 10, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
The WSU Symphony Orchestra, which started out as the University/Community Orchestra, brings musicians from the community and students together. Some members are beginners while others have been playing for many years. The WSU Symphony Orchestra is made up of a full orchestra. According to In-Hong... Read more »
Do you know the Muffin Man?
Megan Constable, Wright Life Writer
May 10, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
For the past two years, Craig Kigar, the WSU Hot Dog Man, has been selling hot dogs, donuts, coffee and other foods and drinks for students on the go. Kigar sells long dogs, Rueben dogs and quarter pound dogs. He also offers multiple condiments including: relish, shredded dill pickles, mustard, spicy... Read more »
Greek Week coming to WSU
Megan Constable
May 2, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
The Greek Affairs Council will celebrate its 37th annual Greek Week with multiple events. The week will kick off with a cookout. According to Sean Curtis, president of the Greek Affairs Council, there will be hot dogs, chips and Pepsi products at the cookout. Students will also be able to play cornhole... Read more »
Men’s Chorale searching for talent
Megan Constable
May 2, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Wright State’s Men’s Chorale is looking for new members for fall semester. This quarter the Chorale had around thirty-five members. They are hoping to grow for the upcoming year. The Men’s Chorale was started in 1995 by Dr. James Tipps, Associate Professor of Music. The Chorale recently... Read more »
April Craze proves success
Megan Constable
May 2, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
May Daze was officially put to rest and in its place stands April Craze. This year the University Activities Board (UAB) introduced April Craze as a test run for the semester transition. The event was held on April 27 on the North Lawn from 11-3. Some local vendors and campus organizations including... Read more »
Rainbow Alliance and RCA presents Sex Week
Megan Constable, Wright Life Writer
April 25, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
The Rainbow Alliance and RCA will hold Sex Week to open the discussion on a taboo topic. During the week of April 30th, they will hold different events focused on sex. This is the first Sex Week, but the RCA would like to make it an annual event. The Rainbow Alliance and RCA will kick off Sex Week... Read more »
Push Girls sneak peek premiere at Wright State
Megan Constable, Wright Life Writer
April 25, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Push Girls is a new reality show on the Sundance Channel that reveals the daily lives of four women who confined to wheel chairs. The Office of Disability Services will screen the first episode before it is released. According to Jeffrey Vernooy, Director of Disability Sevices, Wright State was one... Read more »
Blast from the Past shares memories of WSU’s earlier days
Megan Constable, Wright Life Writer
April 22, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
The 2nd annual Wright State Blast from the Past will bring together alumni, faculty and staff from Wright State’s earlier days to share their memories. According to Karin Nevius, PR Coordinator, Blast from the Past was created by Friends of the Libraries board member, Dr. Gary Barlow, a professor... Read more »
Department of English celebrates National Poetry Month
Megan Constable, Wright Life Writer
April 22, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
This month the Department of English has created several events for students to celebrate National Poetry Month. Students are encouraged to read their own poems as well as work by famous poets. “[Poetry] allows people to express their most personal thoughts and feelings and discoveries,” said... Read more »
Fine and Performing Arts Students show their talent at ARTSGALA 2012
Megan Constable, Wright Life Writer
April 22, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
The 13th annual ARTSGALA brings the fine and performing arts together for one night of fun and entertainment. This event is sponsored by Morris Home Furnishings, the Dayton Daily News, WHIO TV, THINK TV, Chally Group Worldwide and Gloria & Don Graber. “All of the fine and performing arts will... Read more »
UCIE holding International Friendship Affair
Megan Constable, Wright Life Writer
April 22, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
UCIE’s 28th annual International Friendship Affair will bring together people from different nations for entertainment, fun and food. According to Namrata Dave, Graduate Assistant for the UCIE, there was between 600 and 700 attendants last year. “It’s been very good,” said Dammy Orebiyi,... Read more »
UAB holding Relay For Life dinner
Megan Constable, Wright Life Writer
April 22, 2012
Filed under Wright Life
Every year the University Activities Board holds the Relay for Life to honor those who are suffering from cancer, surviving cancer or were lost to cancer. However, this year they will hold a kick off dinner to help raise more money to fight cancer. “The kick off dinner is to raise money for the... Read more »