Wright State UniversityStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall Semester 2026 A Term

The semester, explained for Wright State University

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Semester 2026 A Term
Campus terms
20
Local details
16

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 A Term runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 14, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

19 entries
  1. Summer 2026 B Term
  2. Fall Semester 2026 A TermRelevant now
  3. Fall Semester 2026
  4. Fall Semester 2026 B Term
  5. Spring Semester 2027
  6. Spring Semester 2027 A Term
  7. Spring Semester 2027 B Term
  8. Summer Semester 2027 A Term
  9. Summer Semester 2027
  10. Summer Semester 2027 B Term
  11. Fall Semester 2027 A Term
  12. Fall Semester 2027
  13. Fall Semester 2027 B Term
  14. Spring Semester 2028
  15. Spring Semester 2028 A Term
  16. Spring Semester 2028 B Term
  17. Summer Semester 2028 A Term
  18. Summer Semester 2028
  19. Summer Semester 2028 B Term

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Campus language

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20 terms

A

ASA
Asian Student Association, a cultural organization supporting Asian and Asian-American students.

B

BSU
Black Student Union, an organization focused on the interests and culture of Black students.

C

College Park
College Park Communities, an apartment-style housing option located on the edge of campus.

F

Forest Lane
Forest Lane Apartments, an on-campus apartment community typically for upper-level students.

H

Hamilton
Hamilton Hall, a traditional-style residence hall located near the center of campus.

L

LSA
Latinx Student Association, a group dedicated to Latinx culture and student support.

R

Raider Food Pantry
A service providing emergency food assistance to students, often referred to simply as the pantry.
Raider Up
The official spirit slogan and cheer used by students and fans at athletic events.
ReyRey’s
ReyRey’s Cafe, a coffee and snack spot located in Rike Hall.
Rowdy
The name of the university's mascot, Rowdy Raider.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student voice on campus.

T

The Den
The Denny's Fresh Express location situated within the Student Union.
The Hangar
The food court located in Allyn Hall, featuring various quick-service options.
The Quad
The central outdoor grassy area surrounded by the main academic buildings.
The Tunnels
The nearly two-mile underground tunnel system connecting most academic buildings, used to avoid weather.
The Village
The Village Apartments, a housing community designed for upper-level and graduate students.
The Woods
The Woods Residential Community, a large complex of several residence halls for first-year students.

U

UAB
University Activities Board, the student-led group responsible for planning major campus events.
Union Market
The primary dining hall located in the Student Union, offering multiple food stations.
University Park
University Park Apartments, a residential area offering apartment living for students.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

16 details
Allyn
Allyn Hall, the first building constructed on the Wright State campus.
CAC
The Creative Arts Center, housing the departments of art, music, and theatre.
DoubleMap
The mobile app used by students to track the real-time location of campus shuttles.
NEC
The Neuroscience Engineering Collaboration Building, a high-tech research facility.
Nutter Center
The Ervin J. Nutter Center, the university's multi-purpose arena and athletic venue.
Pilot
The online learning management system (D2L) where students access course materials and submit assignments.
pour_caf
Pour Café
raider_mart
Raider Mart
RaiderConnect
The one-stop shop for student services related to registration, financial aid, and student accounts.
reyrey_caf
ReyRey Café
Russ
The Fritz and Dolores Russ Engineering Center, home to the College of Engineering and Computer Science.
SU
The Student Union, the central hub for student services, dining, and recreation.
the_hangar
The Hangar
union_market
Union Market
Wings
The university's web portal used to access email, grades, and personal student records.
Wright1
The Wright1 Card, the official university ID used for building access, meal plans, and library services.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Semester 2026 A Term runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 14, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
20 approved campus terms and 16 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
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Worth a look

Club Football

The Football team at Wright State University plays in the NCFA (National Club Football Association) and competes against other colleges and universities.

Tryout required

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Delta Zeta

A sorority founded on the principles of friendship, personal growth, and service to others.

Regular commitment

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Kappa Sigma

A fraternity focused on the four pillars of Fellowship, Leadership, Scholarship, and Service.

Regular commitment

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Phi Kappa Tau

A fraternity that champions a lifelong commitment to brotherhood, learning, ethical leadership, and exemplary character.

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Fall Fest

An annual campus-wide festival where students can meet members of campus and student organizations, enjoy live music, and get free food and giveaways.

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Campus rituals

April Craze

An end-of-year celebration featuring local music, local food, inflatable games, and prizes to help students de-stress before final exams.

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Source: wright.edu · Verified 3 months ago

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Life in Fairborn for Wright State University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Fairborn.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$950

Cost of Living Index

93

Student Population

15,000

City Transportation

Walkability

60

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

Greater Dayton RTA bus system

Nearest Airports

Dayton International Airport, Springfield–Beckley Municipal Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

53.8°F

Avg Snowfall

27 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Parking Lot 2

surface_lot • Available for visitors, alumni, and retirees

Located near the Student Union; visitor booth open 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Lot 8

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Located behind the Nutter Center; used as a primary move-in route.

Campus News

Latest updates from Wright State University

Wright State's Division of Campus Safety earns Ohio law enforcement accreditation

The Division of Campus Safety received accreditation highlighting its commitment to professional standards and continuous improvement.

Aug 26, 2026

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More than 2,400 Wright State students move in to on-campus housing

Wright State welcomed the highest number of on-campus residents in more than a decade for the start of the Fall 2026 semester.

Aug 20, 2026

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Board of Trustees approves additional $2 million for campus reshaping project

The board approved additional funding for a project aimed at reshaping the front of the campus, bringing the total cost to $4.5 million.

Aug 19, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Wright State University

Elizabeth Mead: Incident(als)

August 31, 2026

The Robert and Elaine Stein Galleries

Exhibition at Stein Galleries featuring objects, sculpture, and photographs by Elizabeth Mead.

Group Fitness Class: Pilates Fusion

August 31, 2026

Student Union: Studio B

A campus recreation group fitness class combining Pilates and other fusion elements.

Holly Roberts: Confluence

August 31, 2026

The Robert and Elaine Stein Galleries

Exhibition at Stein Galleries featuring works by Holly Roberts.

Peek at Greek

August 31, 2026

BART

An event hosted by Fraternity and Sorority Life to introduce students to Greek organizations.

Peer to Peer Connections

August 31, 2026

VMC Conference Room- 131 Allyn Hall

A session for peer-to-peer networking hosted by the Veteran and Military Center.

W.O.W.: Coffee and Donuts with Student Involvement

August 31, 2026

Dwyer Hall Lobby

Part of Weeks of Welcome, offering coffee and donuts to students.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Wright State University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

16 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Boston Hall

Capacity: 150

Room types: single, double, triple

Cedar Hall

Capacity: 150

Room types: single, double, triple

College Park Apartments

Capacity: 480

Room types: not specified

Forest Lane Apartments

Capacity: 373

Room types: studio, small two-bedroom, large two-bedroom

Hamilton Hall

Capacity: 320

Room types: single, double

Hawthorn Hall

Capacity: 150

Room types: single, double, triple

Hickory Hall

Capacity: 150

Room types: single, double, triple

Honors Community

Capacity: 395

Room types: super single, double

Jacob Hall

Capacity: 150

Room types: single, double, triple

Laurel Hall

Capacity: 150

Room types: single, double, triple

Maple Hall

Capacity: 150

Room types: single, double, triple

Oak Hall

Capacity: 150

Room types: single, double, triple

Pine Hall

Capacity: 150

Room types: single, double, triple

The Village Apartments

Room types: not specified

The Woods

Capacity: 977

Room types: single, double, triple

University Park Apartments

Room types: standard quad

Campus Details

Academic System

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Email Domain

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