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Campuswide News & Events
Sept. 11 – 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Event
Join the OWU community to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, and learn about the Ohio Wesleyan alumni, families, and friends personally impacted by the attacks. We invite you to join us next Friday, Sept. 11, in the…
Tonight – First Friday Street Party; Saturday – Outdoor Farmers’ Market
Join Main Street Delaware from 6-9 p.m. tonight for a Back-to-School Bash in downtown Delaware. The free First Friday event will include a rock-climbing wall, over 10 giant inflatables, live music from a local band, yard games, free popcorn &…
Did You Get the Sept. 3 OWU ALERT? If Not, Read This!
On Sept. 3, Ohio Wesleyan tested its OWU ALERT emergency notification system. All students and employees should have received an email sent to your owu.edu email account and a text message sent to your cell phone of record with the…
Sept. 9 @ 7 p.m. – Piano and Violin Recital, Free to Attend!
Please join Mariko Kaneda, piano, and Alexander Goldberg, violin, for the opening concert of the 2026-2027 Performing Arts season in Sanborn Hall’s Jemison Auditorium. Mariko and Alexander will present a recital of two titans of the violin-piano duo repertoire, Franz…
Sept. 3 – Fall Semester Test of the OWU ALERT System
On Sept. 3 (new date!), Ohio Wesleyan will conduct its fall semester test of the OWU ALERT emergency notification system. The test will be sent over the lunch hour to all registered alert recipients using the 911Cellular software system. If…
Sept. 8 @ 4:15 p.m. – Carpenter Lecture – Wil Haygood
Join the English Department on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 4:15 p.m. in the Benes Rooms in Ham-Wil Campus Center for this year’s Carpenter Lecture. This year our visiting lecturer is Wil Haygood, and he will be reading from his book…
OWU Connection News & Events
✈️ TLC: What Is a Travel-Learning Course?
Take a course, learn on campus, and travel with the class to explore the subject beyond the classroom. Visit the TLC website to explore courses and learn about the application process. Applications are open now! Questions? Email international@owu.edu or stop…
Summer Research Away from OWU? Present at the SSRP Symposium!
Did you spend your summer doing research somewhere other than Delaware, Ohio? Here is your opportunity to present! The Summer Scholarship and Research Program (SSRP) Symposium will be held during the Fall Connection Conference on Thursday, September 24, and it’s…
TODAY! Final Fall 2026 BLP Info Session!
The Bishop Launch Program is a fall semester professional development program designed to help students become more confident, competent, and competitive internship and job seekers. BLP is open to 2nd-, 3rd-, and 4th-year students. To participate, attendance at one of…
Sept. 10 – Student Made: Starting a Side Hustle
Sept. 10 | R.W. Corns, 312 | 12-1 PM | FREE Lunch! | Join us for Student Made: Start Something! Learn how Student Made can help turn your idea, talent, or passion into a real business. This introductory workshop will…
Juniors & Seniors – Seats Available! UC 154: Navigating College to Career
Are you a junior or senior thinking ahead to your life post-OWU? Looking for an extra .25 credit that’s not a “heavy lift”? Want to get credit for moving forward toward your career goals? Check out UC 154: Navigating College to…
Final Fall 2026 BLP Info Session Tomorrow!
The Bishop Launch Program is a fall semester professional development program designed to help students become more confident, competent, and competitive internship and job seekers. BLP is open to 2nd-, 3rd-, and 4th-year students. To participate, attendance at one of…
Student News & Events
Join the Dining Committee!
Interested in helping to shape the dining program? Apply to serve on the 2026-2027 Dining Committee! You’ll provide feedback, explore new ideas, try new things, and talk with the Harvest Table and Dining Services team. The committee meets monthly with…
Sept. 8 @ 6 p.m. Join OWU Rugby’s First Practice!
Join OWU’s very own rugby team. NO EXPERIENCE is needed to come try rugby. Join a fun and close-knit team and make some new friends that will last the rest of your time at OWU. Practices are every Tuesday and…
Meet & Greek
This is your chance to explore Fraternity and Sorority Life at Ohio Wesleyan! Meet current members, learn about our organizations, ask questions, and discover the friendships, leadership opportunities, service, and campus involvement FSL has to offer. Fraternity Night: Thursday, Sept.…
Today – Student Involvement Fair from 5-7
The fall Student Involvement Fair is today, Sept. 3, from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. on the JAYwalk (rain location: Benes Rooms). It is a fantastic way to meet over 50 student organizations and get connected to campus – you…
Career Community Fair – TODAY! Grab your Crumbl Cookie!
Meet Your Career Catalysts & Grab a Free Crumbl Cookie! Ready to launch your future (and snag a free treat while you’re at it)? Join us at the Career Community Fair this Thursday Sept. 3 in HWCC – Atrium from 10:45…
Saturday @ 12:30 p.m. – Watch OSU Football’s First Game
Ohio State takes on Ball State in OSU’s first game of the season at 12:30 p.m. Sept. 5. Stop by The 1842 to watch the game. OWU Sponsor: The 1842 Contact: Anna Pellegrin at appellegrin@owu.edu
Faculty/Staff News & Events
OWU Print Services Protocols for Best Service
As we begin a new academic year, OWU Print Services would like to share a few friendly reminders to help projects move smoothly, avoid unnecessary delays, and meet deadlines: Department Printers For problems with a department printer, please contact the 1-800…
Submit News for OWU Families by the Sept. 4 deadline
We are accepting submissions for the September edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit news for parents and families using the News for OWU Families form by noon Friday, Sept. 4. What should families have on their radar this month? Send us your…
Zoom Meeting Licenses and Phone Rollout
Zoom Phone Transition We recently upgraded our Zoom contract to include Zoom Phone. Over the next few months, this new service will roll out to select employees, allowing us to retire one of our aging, unsupported phone systems. While many employees…
University Classifieds
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
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…
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