News and Announcements
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Cincinnati & Columbus venues now accessible on WSURA website
Links to information about 17 popular destinations in our larger neighboring municipalities are accessible on the WSU website
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James C. Lichtenfels, 66, Computing & Telecommunications Sevices
James loved life. He was a lover of animals, an avid bicyclist and a fierce handball player. He also loved planting trees. A well-read intellect, his political commentary and sharp wit kept those around him on their toes. He died on Dec 8, 2016, at Miami Valley Hospital, after an amazing life.
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Wright State University retirees continue generosity
WSURA President Mary Kenton happily reports that retiree philanthropy has reached the million-dollar level.
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Gust N. Bambakidis, December 9, 2016, Professor and Chair of Department of Physics
Dr. Gust “Dino” N. Bambakidis, 80, of Fairborn, passed away Friday, December 9, 2016 in Cleveland surrounded by his loved ones.
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Harold G. Dusko, November 20, 2016, Department of Geology and Geography
Harold Dusko was an adjunct professor at Wright State University for 20 years teaching in the Department of Geology and Geography. He taught Cartography, Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing.
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Ohio Council of Higher Education Retirees reports deep concern over healthcare costs
The Healthcare Pensions Advocacy group, which looks at all Ohio state public pension systems, thinks the health care system will need some cuts
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Altie "Lee" L. Farmer, 75, November 13, 2016, Computing Services
Altie L. Farmer, 75, of New Carlisle, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2016. She was born March 26, 1941 Altie retired from Wright State University as a Computer Security Analyst in CaTS. She was born March 26, 1941 in Jackson County, WV, the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Stover. She enjoyed spending time…
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Memories of Rahija, by Abe Bassett
Preface to Memories of Rahija Sometime in 1987, sadly, I realized that my father, who would have been 102 had he lived, passed the milestone of his 100th birthday without note or commemoration. I vowed this would not happen with my mother, Rahija Saad Bassett. In early May, 1991, I wrote to all of her…
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A Short History of Wright State University, by Lois Cook
Part 1 The Background
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WSU retiree Larry Hussman publishes a memoir of his life in academia
The books begins with his own formative intellectual experiences and moves on to a life centered on his role as a professor and literary critic
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Memorial Tree and Plaque Dedication for H. Ira Fritz
Four other former professors also will be remembered: Marvin Seiger, Prem Batra, Noel Nussbaum, and Shigeru Honda.
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Ching Po Li, M.D., 97, passed away Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016.
Ching Po Li, M.D., 97, passed away Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016. He was born on Nov. 11, 1918, in Jinan Province, China, the son of the late Tse Wen and Lo (Ching) Li. Dr. Li was a member of the A.M.A., the Ohio Medical Association and the American College of Radiology. He was a radiologist…
Upcoming Events
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Wright State Retirees Picnic
Wright State University retirees and friends are invited to a picnic on Saturday, Sept. 19, 1:30–4:30 p.m., in Rotary Park, 2260 Dayton-Xenia Rd., Beavercreek, OH 45432.
See what’s coming up in our Events Calendar