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Campuswide News & Events
Sept. 29 @ 12 p.m. – Latine Heritage Mapping Activity
Stop by the first floor of Merrick to celebrate Latine Heritage Month with the Center for Community Wellness. We will have a mapping activity matching Latin American countries with their flag colors, native foods/dance styles, and fun facts. Hope to…
Sept. 24 @ 8 p.m. – Exposure Ensemble to Perform
Ohio Wesleyan’s creative performing arts group Exposure Ensemble will perform Sept. 24 at 8 p.m. in Jemison Auditorium, located inside Sanborn Hall; admission is free. Exposure Ensemble specializes in performing improvised/experimental music from the 20th/21st centuries. Composed of OWU students…
Join Us Oct. 2 for the 10th Anniversary of WOW!
Women of Ohio Wesleyan (WOW), Oct. 2, 5:30-8 p.m. – Celebrate the 10th anniversary of WOW, a community in which OWU alumni and friends learn from each other, gain fresh perspectives, and build their networks. The 10th anniversary celebration features keynote…
Sept. 24 @ 6:30-8 p.m. – Workshop Exploring Nicholas Hill’s Pandemic Portraits
Sept. 24 from 6:30-8 p.m. Ross Museum Workshop: Paper <>Print <> Image <> World: Exploring Nicholas Hill’s Pandemic Portraits with Terry Hermsen This workshop will invite participants to engage with and reflect upon the portraits that Nicholas Hill, from Otterbein…
Sept. 23 – St. Jude Fundraiser at Chipotle
The Delta Delta Delta chapter is raising money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a leading pediatric treatment and research facility dedicated to finding cures and saving children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases, at no cost to their families.…
⭐ Theory-to-Practice Grants (TPGs) – Learn Beyond the Classroom
Turn your idea into a hands-on experience through internships, research, cultural immersion, and more. Find application details on the Theory-to-Practice Grants website. Deadline for applying is Oct. 1, 2026. Questions? Email tpgrants@owu.edu or stop by the IOCP office (Slocum 311). OWU Sponsor: Ohio…
OWU Connection News & Events
TODAY – OWU Connection Conference!
The Connection Conference is HERE: Join us for a day dedicated to independent research and scholarship, career-focused internships, community and service learning, and study away. Come see and hear how over 200 students have tackled big questions, engaged with different…
Oct. 1 – Milligan Leaders in Business Lecture
Join us on Thursday, Oct. 1, at 7:30 p.m. for the Milligan Leaders in Business Lecture in HWCC, Benes Room B. Speaker Wandia Chiuri ’05, founder and CEO of Reactionpower, will discuss her career with brands including Google, Samsung, Johnson…
How to Satisfy the GenEd CX @ the Connection Conference
Are you unsure of how to satisfy the GenEd CX? Do you have questions about the 4 steps? Check out these sessions at the Connection Conference! 10 a.m. – Merrick 204: Learn how to successfully complete Ohio Wesleyan’s General Education…
Launch Your Internship & Research Search @ OWU Connection Conference
Wondering how to go about finding, applying, interviewing, and preparing for internship and/or research opportunities? It can be a daunting process, and the Career Connection team is here to give you the resources, next-steps, and hands on support you’ll need.…
Explore Your Options – The Fall Connection Conference Schedule is Here!
The Fall Connection Conference is back on Thursday, Sept. 24 (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.), and it’s replacing your regular class schedule for the day as an alternative day of instruction! With dynamic sessions every hour, you’ll hear how students…
🌍 Travel-Learning Courses – One Week Left to Apply!
Visit the TLC website for information about the application and the variety of courses and destinations being offered. The application closes Oct. 1, 2026. Questions? Email international@owu.edu or stop by the IOCP office (Slocum 311). OWU Sponsor: Ohio Wesleyan University…
Student News & Events
Sept. 28 @ 6-7:30 p.m. – Autumn Mixer at BMH Patio
Want to meet new people on campus? Come out to the Autumn Mixer on Monday, Sept. 28, from 6-7:30 p.m. on the Bradford Milligan Hall patio. Enjoy spin art, crafts, seasonal mocktails, and music while connecting with other students. Come…
Fall-ing Homesick? Pick Up A Plant! Sept 28: HWCC Atrium 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Stop by the Bishop Way table on Monday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the Ham-Wil Atrium to pick up a free homesickness succulent and key tips for dealing with homesickness. You are not alone <3 OWU Sponsor: The…
This Friday – Come Meet Latine/Hispanic Faculty and Staff w/ VIVA!
Pan y Cafecitos: Meet OWU’s Latine/Hispanic faculty and staff at the Crider Lounge this Friday at 12 p.m. VIVA, the Latine club on campus, invites you to meet OWU employees who share your cultural backgrounds, language, and traditions. Enjoy hot…
Join the Astronomy Club ⭐🪐🔭
The Astronomy Club is a very relaxed space for students to share their love of the universe. With meetings and occasional trips to Perkins Observatory, this club is low-key and enjoyable for everyone. No previous knowledge of space is required…
Sept. 26 @ 12 p.m. – Watch Party Ohio State vs Illinois
Come gather with fellow fans to watch Ohio State take on Illinois. Kickoff is at 12 p.m., right as The 1842 opens. Come have lunch and watch the game. OWU Sponsor: The 1842 Contact: Anna Pellegrin at appellegrin@owu.edu
SEAL Open Houses @ 94B Rowland Ave., Mon-Tues 7 to 9 p.m.
Are you interested in living in a SLU (small-living unit) next year? Curious what SEAL specifically is all about? Come take a tour of 94B and get to hear from current house members about their experiences. Also, learn about opportunities…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Submit to News for Families by the Oct. 2 Deadline
News for OWU Families is accepting posts for the October edition. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by noon on Friday, Oct. 2. The issue date is Oct. 7. For October, consider…
Improve Student Learning Through Guided Feedback | Respond by Sept. 28
One of the best ways to improve student learning is to use a guided student feedback process in the middle of the semester. Student Guided Instructional Diagnosis (SGID) has been used by faculty for decades with strong results in both…
Next Teaching Circle is Oct. 1
We are bringing back the Teaching Circle! For those who are newer to OWU, these are lunch gatherings to share ideas, strategies, or challenges and connect with colleagues. You do not need to sign up–just come if you are able.…
University Classifieds
🎧 Found: AirPods Case
AirPods case found in Slocum. Stop by Slocum 311 (student mentor desk) to claim. Questions? international@owu.edu OWU Sponsor: IOCP International and Off-Campus Programs Contact: Andrea Ryan at amryan@owu.edu
Yard Sale This Weekend!
Yard Sale This Weekend! 📍 730 River Oaks Drive, Delaware, OH 🗓️ Friday, Sept. 11 & Saturday, Sept. 12 ⏰ 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. We’re clearing out lots of great items — come find your next treasure! TV Grill…
Found – Trekking Poles in Ham-Wil
A pair of trekking poles were found in Ham-Wil. Email William Hayes to claim them: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsor: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
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