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Dayton's Not Dead: Five Rivers MetroParks

The Five Rivers MetroParks is a series of public parks in the Dayton area, which offer a wide variety of activities and outdoor scenery for students to visit during their off time. Even with the current cold weather, there are plenty of indoor events to enjoy during the winter season.

WSU Chili Cookoff: Competing for the Crown

The Raider Round-Up and Chili Cookoff event is a yearly tradition on the day of Wright State University's Homecoming. Lots of student organizations, many of them associated with Greek Life, come out to showcase the chilis their members have concocted. Four organizations are recognized every year, with judges picking their top three, and the attendees voting on the people's choice award. 

Bianca Censori's Stunt at the 2025 Grammy's

At the 2025 Grammys, Bianca Censori took off her coat to reveal a mesh see-through outfit that rendered her completely nude on the red carpet. Many have been debating her reasoning for her stunt, and the motivations behind her and her husband Kanye West.

Fact Checking: Is President Trump Removing Cultural Holidays?

Trump’s Approach to "Bringing Back Common Sense" May Have Serious Environmental Implications

President Trump has kept busy during the first month back in office, signing a flurry of executive orders, many of which hold meaning in regard to the state of the environment. The reversal of climate efforts made by past administrations may result in serious consequences to local and national environmental efforts.

Opinion: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Efforts are Necessary at WSU and Everywhere

On Jan. 22, President Trump signed a morally questionable executive order promising that all diversity, equity and inclusion programs will be terminated, and making DEI illegal. This order is already taking root in many universities nationwide. While Trump calls DEI “radical” and “discriminatory,” it is essential that we make it known how valued DEI is so we can set the record straight for the president.

Career Services: New Location, Centering on Student Needs

Wright State University has always claimed to be student-focused, but in recent years, the campus's slow but sure makeover proves that. On the first floor of the Student Union, near the Student Involvement and Leadership Office and new Bookstore, WSU recently opened its new Career Hub. This modern space has many amenities and important services that all WSU students need to know about.

Protesting 101: The History of Protesting and How to Protest at Wright State University

Protesting is an age-long way for citizens to let their beliefs be known. WSU allows anyone on their campus to protest-- within certain lines; luckily, it is a simple process to figure out.

WSU Baseball Team Swings into a New Season

The Wright State men’s baseball team will kick off their 2025 spring season on the road, facing Longwood University in a highly anticipated matchup on Feb. 14. Last Season, the Raiders won their sixth consecutive Horizon League regular season title, but ultimately lost to NKU in the Horizon League Championship. 

What is the Future of the Death Penalty in Ohio?

The death penalty is a divisive issue in Ohio. Whether the death penalty will be abolished in Ohio, and what forms it may take if not, remains a tense question reliant on recent and upcoming decisions at the federal and state levels.

Trump’s Immigration Crackdowns: Arising Local and National Issues

Trump’s return to office has brought a wave of strict immigration policies, leading to mass deportations and heightened enforcement measures. As immigration enforcement intensifies, communities across the nation, including designated Welcoming Cities like Dayton, grapple with the consequences of these sweeping changes.

Rainbow Alliance and LGBTQA Center Semester Activities

Elon Musk’s “Roman Salute:” What is it, Really?

Exploring the Library: Dayton Holocaust Resource Center

The Dunbar Library houses a variety of educational archives and resources throughout the building, but one of the lesser-known by Wright State University students is the Dayton Holocaust Resource Center. Here is everything you should know.

Celebrating 54 Years of the Bolinga Center: Honoring the Legacy and Impact

The Bolinga Black Cultural Resources Center was founded on Jan. 15, 1971, on Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday, to promote the personal and academic success of Black students. 54 years later, see what contributors to Bolinga’s legacy have to say about its creation and significance at Wright State University.

FDA Proposes Ban of Red Dye, Which Experts Claim May Cause Cancer

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it is going to ban a popular red dye from food due to its potential to cause cancer. This dye is in thousands of items and may leave them off the shelves for a while.

TikTok’s U.S. Ban was Brief and Confusing

Donald J. Trump Sworn in as President of the United States: Highlights From the Inauguration

On Jan. 20, Donald J. Trump was officially sworn into his presidency during the 2025 Inauguration. Trump’s Inauguration came with a series of ups and downs, leaving Americans confused and concerned about how Trump’s Presidency will pan out.

The 21+ Scene in Dayton: Bars, Drag Shows & More!

Now I Speak: Stalking Awareness