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Wright State University is a public research university in Fairborn, Ohio, United States.Originally opened in 1964 as a branch campus of Miami University and Ohio State University, it became an independent institution in 1967 and was named in honor of aviation pioneers Orville and Wilbur Wright, who were residents of nearby Dayton.
Cheryl B. Schrader (born 1962 or 1963) [1] is an American educator and former academic administrator. She began her presidency of Wright State University on July 1, 2017, and stepped down from the position December 31, 2019, midway through her five-year appointment.
In 2018, she joined Wright State University (WSU) as its executive vice president for academic affairs and provost. Shortly after joining WSU, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. [3] Edwards announced she was in remission in April 2019. [3] She became president on January 1, 2020. [1] She succeeded Cheryl B. Schrader. [3]
The Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities (CUMU) was founded in 1989 by a group of presidents and chancellors who gathered at Wright State University.Member institutions pledged to enrich their communities while strengthening the campus’ core commitment to teaching and research.
Sam Houston State University – Dana G. Hoyt, President; Sul Ross State University – William Kibler, President; Texas State University – Denise Trauth, President; Texas Tech University System – Tedd L.Mitchell, Chancellor Angelo State University – Brian J. May, President; Texas Tech University – Lawrence Schovanec, President
1997-98 was a season of change. WSU President Dr. Harley Flack introduced the university community to a fresh-faced young coach [1], a revamped roster and, surprisingly, even a new mascot. [2] The rumors that the old mascot was considered “racist” or “sexist” appear to be unfounded.
Coach: Years: Overall: NCAA Tournament Appearances: NCAA Championships: John Ross: 1970–71 to 1974–75: 65–54-- Marcus Jackson: 1975–76 to 1977–78: 45–37
Schrader entered the position of President of Wright State on July 1, 2017, after a time of financial and political turmoil at the school. [1] [2] Years of overspending had drained the reserve funds, according to the university's chapter of the American Association of University Professors.