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Campuswide News & Events
First Lap: Aug. 20 @ 4:45 p.m.
Calling all OWU Faculty, Staff, family, current students, and community members! The Class of 2030 is completing their First Lap on campus on Thursday, Aug. 20, and we need you to help give them the best Bishop welcome! You’re invited…
Google Workspace Security Updates Completed
Information Services recently partnered with an external cybersecurity firm to review and strengthen the security of OWU’s Google Workspace environment. These behind-the-scenes updates enhance data protection across campus. While your day-to-day experience will remain the same, you may occasionally notice…
Aug. 14 – Brief Self-Service / PowerCampus Server Maintenance Outage
Self-Service and PowerCampus will be taken offline for brief server maintenance from 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14. Users must close the applications before the announced outage times. Questions? Contact registrar@owu.edu. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Office of the Registrar Contact: Lee Richards at registrar@owu.edu
Residential Parking Lot Closures for New Student Move-In: Campus Operations Notification
Please help the University create a great first day for our incoming students and their families. For new student move-in day, the parking lots at Smith and Welch Halls will be closed starting at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, and…
Aug. 13 – Ross Museum Opening Reception
Join the Ross Art Museum for an opening reception of Reflections on America at 250 and Nicholas Hill: Pandemic Portraits on Thursday, Aug. 13, from 5-7 p.m. Refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public. OWU Sponsoring…
AEP Planned Power Outage Scheduled for Friday, July 31
Campus Operations Notification: AEP is scheduled to shut off electricity to central and academic campus between 1:30 and 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 31, to complete necessary maintenance work. Power will be shut off between South Liberty and South Henry streets, including the SLUs, Selby…
OWU Connection News & Events
BLP August Info Sessions Start Aug. 5!
Attention 2nd- and 3rd-year students! Bishop Launch Program (BLP) August Info Sessions start THIS week! Come learn about the BLP – Career Connection’s signature fall semester Professional Development program. Gain insights and skills to become a more Confident, Competent, and…
Today! Environmental and Natural Resource Symposium
Ohio Wesleyan will host a free lunch symposium today, April 27, to explore how recent federal policy changes and executive orders could impact the environment. OWU faculty member Will Georgic, Ph.D., assistant professor of economics, will moderate the panel discussion. This year’s…
Connection Grants – Limited Funding for 2025-2026
While funding for study-away experiences remains available, general Connection Grant funds are extremely limited as we approach the end of the academic year. The funding portal will close on April 28. OWU Connection Grants Website Please reach out to Jill…
TODAY! Bishop Brag Day – Don’t Miss it!
FREE T-SHIRT at Bishop Brag Day today 10:45 a.m.-1 p.m.! Drop by! Today, Wednesday, April 22 10:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Atrium Stop by today… We want to celebrate your accomplishments, whether you’ve landed an internship, participated in research, or…
TODAY! Spring Student Symposium in Merrick Hall
The Spring Student Symposium is here! Join us in Merrick Hall as Ohio Wesleyan students showcase their research and creative projects. Learn more about market trends, wildlife conservation, public health, societal representation, and more! 4:10 p.m. | Opening Remarks |…
Thursday – Spring Student Symposium in Merrick Hall
Join us for the annual Spring Student Symposium on Thursday, April 16, from 4:10-6 p.m. The Spring Student Symposium showcases the research and creative work of Ohio Wesleyan students across the academic spectrum. The Symposium provides an opportunity for students…
Student News & Events
Service Desk Assistant Position in Hobson Library
Please visit the OWU Jobs page to apply. Scroll down to the Student Employment section. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: University Library Contact: Pam Majors at libraries@owu.edu
Address for Student Packages Sent to Campus
Students should use the following address when having mail or packages sent to campus: Student Name Mailbox # 40 Rowland Ave. Delaware, OH 43015 All student mail and packages should be sent to this address while students are on campus…
Fall 2026 Mailroom Hours
Welcome, new and returning students! The Mailroom’s fall semester hours will start Aug 21, 2026: M-F 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. for package pickup. Stop by with your I.D. during Mailroom hours to pick up your mailbox key if you had…
Self-Service Add/Drop: ‘Your advisor authorization is needed to register’
Are you a first-semester student seeing the “Your advisor authorization is needed to register” alert when trying to adjust your schedule on Self-Service? Start by connecting with your Faculty Advisor to review your schedule changes. Once they authorize you to…
🎉Student Employment Job Fair 2026🎉
Calling all Battling Bishops—your next campus job is waiting! Looking for a job that fits your schedule AND builds your resume? We’ve got you covered! Join us at Ohio Wesleyan University for a fun and interactive job fair where you can: Meet campus employers Explore a variety of job opportunities Find a…
Looking for an Exciting .25 Course for Your Fall Schedule?!
This year, in conjunction with the 250th anniversary of the United States, the curatorial theme at the Ross Art Museum is Communication, Surveillance, and Democracy. Dr. Kennard will be leading a course (COMM 490 Section 2: Art, Communication, and Democracy)…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Noon Yoga Starts Aug. 27!
Here we are again, the start of a new academic year! Why not do something different with your week and add in time for you? There is a group of individuals who gather in Edwards Gym from 12-1 p.m. Tuesdays…
Shipping Reminder for Academic, Staff, and Department Packages
Welcome Back Reminder: Please use 28 Hayes St., Delaware, OH 43015 as the shipping address for all academic, staff, and department orders. For large/oversize items, please email Central Receiving to notify us and/or to have the vendor set up a delivery…
Help Welcome the Class of 2030 by Volunteering at Convocation!
We need volunteers to help make the event run smoothly (a follow-up email will be sent to sign-ups): Set-up (no lifting): 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. (6 people) Ushering: 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. (5 people) Clean-up (no lifting): 5:00 – 5:30 p.m. (6 people) Sign up to…
University Classifieds
Say ‘Congratulations’ to Bob Beneke!
Congratulations to Bob Beneke, boiler operator/controls technician for OWU Facilities, for winning the Hartford Fair Figure 8 Demo Derby this week. After winning his first heat, Bob advanced to the feature race and was first to cross the finish line…
Final Markdowns on Clearance at the OWU Bookstore! $1-$5
Final markdowns have been taken on clearance merchandise! Most items are between $1 and $5! Sizes are limited and available only while supplies last. Look for the orange stickers. Stock up on OWU merch at these unbeatable prices. OWU Sponsoring…
June 17 – Strand Theatre to Host Book Signing & Panel Discussion on ‘America’s Hometown Theaters’
The Strand Theatre will host a special evening June 17, celebrating the launch of the book “America’s Hometown Theaters: Please Remain Standing,” an exploration of the importance and architectural legacy of hometown theaters. Tickets are $10 for everyone for the…
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