Wright State International Admissions team

Student Spotlight 💛💚

Meet Karthik Manikanta Reddy, who is pursuing a master's in data science and proudly represents the vibrant culture and heritage of Andhra Pradesh, India. One must-visit place from his hometown is Tirumala — a breathtaking
destination nestled in the ancient Seshachalam Hills, where spirituality and nature blend seamlessly. The seven sacred hills, known as Saptagiri, rise majestically above the plains, wrapped in lush green forests, misty valleys, and
winding ghat roads. According to tradition, these seven hills represent the seven heads of the divine serpent Adisesha, making the landscape itself sacred. As dawn breaks, golden sunlight paints the hills while the chants of “Govinda
Govinda” echo through the air. The journey to the hilltop offers breathtaking views of dense forests, deep ravines, and rolling mountains. The famous Sri Venkateswara Temple stands atop the seventh hill, attracting millions of devotees every year and creating a unique atmosphere of devotion and serenity.

Karthik’s favourite food is Dosa -- a thin, crispy South Indian crepe made from a fermented batter of rice and black gram (urad dal); and Punugulu -- a deep-fried!evening snack made from fermented dosa or idli batter.

Kartik says the best time he had at Wright State so far was during his first semester. “I had the opportunity to meet new people from different states and backgrounds across the country. Building friendships and learning about different cultures made my experience memorable.”

Virtual Open House for Transfer Students this Friday, June 12th! 💛💚

Are you transferring to Wright State from another U.S. school this Fall? Come join us for Open House for Transfer Students. 💚💛💚

Student Spotlight: Meet Rahul Balami 💚💛💚

From Chitlang, Makwanpur, Nepal! Rahul is pursuing a bachelor's degree in accountancy & finance and brings a thoughtful, motivated, and community-focused perspective to campus life at Wright State. When asked about a must-visit place in his hometown, Rahul recommends Indrasarowar Lake — Nepal’s biggest man-made lake and a beautiful destination to experience nature and relaxation. One of the biggest cultural differences Rahul has noticed between Nepal and the U.S. is how festivals are celebrated. In Nepal, festivals focus heavily on community, history, and togetherness, while here they are often centered more around family time and spending quality time together.

One thing Rahul values most about studying at Wright State is the diversity on campus:
“Meeting people from various backgrounds and learning about their stories.” If he could teach everyone one thing about his culture, it would be how to make cultural foods filled with rich spices! His favorite phrase in Nepali Basha is: “साःसाः (Saah-saah)” — meaning “very tasty.” Rahul’s advice for new students: “Don’t panic when something goes the wrong way. Try to figure out what you could do to improve it and ask for help.”

The best advice he’s received while studying abroad is to explore your interests and take risks
toward your future. Since studying at Wright State, Rahul says he’s discovered how much he
enjoys hearing people’s life stories and learning how they became who they are today, and those
stories motivated Rahul to be better than yesterday. You can often find Rahul at two of his favorite campus spots — Dunbar Library, and the rock-climbing gym. Rahul says Wright State has supportive faculty members who will “show up
when I need them.”

💚💛 Thank you UCIE for connecting our students to the beauty around us! 💛💚

The Summer 2026 orientation for international students was a blast! 💛💚

Love the hats! Congratulations to all our grads! 💛💚

Student Spotlight: Meet Himani! 💚💛

From the peaceful town of Rajpura, Punjab, to the halls of Wright State University, Himani is making the most of her journey as an international student!

Currently pursuing her bachelor's in computer science, Himani has embraced life abroad by stepping out of her comfort zone—a move she says has helped her grow both personally and academically. Since arriving, Himani has discovered a newfound sense of resilience and the ability to manage her time and make independent decisions. Her favourite stops on campus are Dunbar Library and Rey Rey café where she usually refuels her coffee. While she’s enjoying her time here, she misses Kheer, a traditional Indian dessert that always brings back warm memories of home. Himani's ideal weekend is a perfect balance of relaxation and productivity—catching up with friends and planning for the week ahead. Her advice to fellow students? Stay consistent, don't wait until the last minute, and never hesitate to ask for help!

We are so glad to have you as part of our community, Himani!

Congratulations to all of our WSU graduates! More pics of the celebrations to come!

It's officially commencement weekend here at Wright State! 🎓 With more than 1,650 graduates across four ceremonies at the Dayton and Lake Campuses, there are plenty of reasons to celebrate. Congratulations to the Class of 2026 — you are officially Wright State alumni. 💚

🔗 Learn more about our graduates: https://webapp2.wright.edu/web1/newsroom/2026/04/30/more-than-1650-students-to-graduate-this-spring-across-wright-states-dayton-and-lake-campuses

So very well deserved! Congratulations to all our stellar student leaders! 💚💛