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Campuswide News & Events
Nov. 3 @ 12-1 p.m. – Epilepsy Awareness Guest Speaker
Join Neurds during the lunch hour in SCSC 163 to learn about epilepsy and SUDEP from our guest speaker from Gladiator X. There will be testimonials from patients who have worked with the organization and food will be provided. OWU…
Nov. 7 @ 8-11 p.m. – Calabash
Join us in the Benes Rooms for Calabash, Rafiki’s annual celebration of African and Caribbean cultures. The event brings students together to experience the richness and diversity of these cultures through good food, music, dance, fashion, and performances. The event…
Nov. 5 – Free Showing of ‘The Truman Show’ @ the Strand Theatre
Thursday, Nov. 5, at 6:30 p.m. – Come watch “The Truman Show” (1998) at the Strand Theatre FOR FREE! “The Truman Show” follows Truman Burbank, an unsuspecting man whose entire life is secretly filmed and broadcast worldwide as a 24-hour…
Vote for the Winner: 2026 Staff Halloween Costume Face Off!
Every year, the Mowry Alumni Center hosts a Halloween Costume Contest for OWU staff. A panel of judges decides the winning team within Mowry, then that winning team competes against challengers from other divisions, and YOU get to decide who…
Sunday – Incredible Film Club Halloween Party
Come and join us as we watch a spooky Halloween movie! There will be food and a costume contest! (Funded by WCSA and OWU Film Club) Date: 2026-11-01 Time: 6-9:30 p.m. Location: R.W. Corns, Room 312 OWU Sponsor: The Incredible…
Nov. 3 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar with Alex Bzdafka ’27
Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Alex Bzdafka ’27, Biology and Environmental Science Major “Becoming A Plant: Growth Through Researching Plant Ecology, Undergraduate Research Experiences” Tuesday, Nov. 3, 4:10 p.m., SCSC 163. Free and open to…
OWU Connection News & Events
Become an A.C.E. Candidate: Virtual Interview Workshop
Employers are looking for candidates who are Ambitious, Confident, and Enthusiastic—and in today’s job market, that impression happens on screen! Learn how to stand out in digital hiring processes with Patricia Ryan ’16, College Recruiter at DHL (and PT Women’s…
TODAY! SOTC Info Session For Summer 2027 Program
Interested in securing a PAID Summer Internship that includes FREE housing and offers opportunities for students across all majors? You’ll spend an amazing summer in Cleveland, attend networking and social events and meet college students from 11 partner institutions. Curious…
Nov. 17 @ 6 p.m. – Dinner for Economic Outlook Conference
Before the Economic Outlook Conference at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17, join us for a free reception and dinner! Meet and mingle with faculty, staff, and students, along with the three panelists for the conference: Dr. Bill LaFayette, founder of Regionomics; Dr.…
Nov. 12 – Mastering Your (Business) Pitch, Part 1
Thursday, Nov. 12 | 12-1 p.m. | R.W. Corns, Room 312 | Lunch provided | Click here to RSVP Learn how body position, gestures, movement, and voice control can transform the way you present. This highly interactive workshop focuses on…
Nov. 10 & 11 | Holiday Card-Making for Senior Citizens
Feeling crafty? Join the Woltemade Center Student Board in the R.W. Corns Lobby from 12 to 1 p.m. on Nov. 10 and Nov. 11 to craft holiday cards for local senior citizens. Both days will feature pizza, hot chocolate, candy,…
💮 Matcha Tea Ceremony and Kendama Fun Today!
Today, Thurs. Oct. 22, 4-5:30 p.m., Slocum 312 Come experience the art of matcha tea and learn about the traditional Japanese game of kendama. Discover a taste of Japanese culture through these unique traditions! OWU Sponsor: IOCP Contact: Andrea Ryan…
Student News & Events
Today @ 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Advising and Registration Help Desk in Ham-Wil
Questions about registration? We have answers! Drop by the Advising and Registration Help Desk today between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Ham-Wil atrium. The Office of Holistic Advising and the Office of the Registrar will be on site…
Now Hiring New Bishop Way Peer Educators! Interest Forms Open
Are you interested in becoming a Bishop Way Peer Educator? As a peer educator, you help empower and educate the community to make more informed and responsible decisions through campus events, sharing resources, and partnerships. Help OWU prioritize wellness and…
Help CNX 100 Students With Their Study!
Students of CNX 100 are doing a research study to find how students’ mental wellness is at OWU depending on if you are in-state or out-of-state. A brief survey will ask various questions about mental wellness, experiences, and feelings about…
Nov. 4 @ 6-7:30 p.m. – Cozy Corner: Social Wellness for Introverts
Come to the Smith Steps at 6 p.m. on Nov. 4 to color, learn about your social wellness and setting boundaries, and learn how to get involved in relaxing clubs on campus. This event is hosted by The Bishop Way,…
TODAY, Nov. 2 – Career Exploration: Burnout & Balance
Counseling Services & Career Connections Week 6 Topic: Burnout & Work-Life Balance. Balancing your responsibilities and well-being is key to long-term success. Let’s explore how to recognize burnout and create a sustainable, fulfilling life. This week we will focus on…
Nov. 6 @ 6:30 p.m. – Salsa Dancing at the Ross
This Friday, Nov. 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., join the Spanish Language and Cultures Club (SLACC) and VIVA for Salsa @ the Ross Art Museum! During the event, students will have the opportunity to learn to dance Salsa from an instructor…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Former Staff Member Linda Honeter Passes Away
We are sad to share that Linda Kay (Ayers) Honeter, 78, passed away peacefully Oct. 28 at her Ostrander home. Linda worked at Ohio Wesleyan for more than 30 years, primarily in housekeeping and food service. In her obituary, her…
Join the Virtual Conversation on Reclaiming the Humanity of Teaching
Teaching has always been deeply human work, but that can be harder to sustain in a time of rapid change. Through it all, students still need opportunities to be heard, build relationships, and feel part of a learning community. Through…
Teaching Circle: Share Classroom Wins, Challenges, and Lunch
Have you encountered a challenge in the classroom lately? Or created an assignment that went particularly well? The Teaching Circle is a place to share the highs and lows of teaching, exchange ideas and support one another. You don’t need…
University Classifieds
Columbus Crew Tickets for Sale
4 Columbus Crew tickets available for purchase ($25 each; $100 total) for the final home game of the season on Halloween, Oct. 31. The game begins at 2 p.m. The tickets are valued at $35 each. Seats are together; Section…
FREE Microwave
We have a microwave in R.W. Corns that is free to a good home! It has been well-loved but still works. If you could use it, please email Christina at csmuirheadgould@owu.edu to arrange pickup. Thanks! OWU Sponsor: Ohio Wesleyan University,…
Apple AirPods Found!
A pair of AirPods was found in the Slocum Reading Room. Please stop by IOCP Slocum 311 to claim. International@owu.edu for questions. OWU Sponsor: IOCP Contact: Andrea Ryan at international@owu.edu
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