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Campuswide News & Events
Library Complex and Arts Arena – Town Hall Recording Available
Thanks to all who were able to attend the Library Complex and Arts Arena Town Hall on April 24. The recording is now available. If you have questions, please use the feedback form or send an email to Brian Rellinger (barellin@owu.edu).…
May 9 – Come Celebrate our Phi Beta Kappa Initiates
The initiation of the Class of 2025 Phi Beta Kappa initiates will take place this Friday, May 9, from 10:30 a.m. to noon in Gray Chapel. All are welcome and encouraged to attend to celebrate this great achievement. The new…
May 9 @ 9 p.m. – Enjoy the Stars at Selby with Perkins Observatory
Explore the night sky from 9-11 p.m. Friday, May 9, with Don Stevens, director of OWU’s Perkins Observatory. Weather permitting, Stevens will be on campus at Selby Stadium, with telescopes set up to help OWU friends and family explore the…
OWU Daily Submission Form Issue
Please note that if you submit items to the OWU Daily, you won’t receive the typical auto-generated confirmation of your submission. We’re working to upgrade the form to fix this. If you have any questions, please contact Cole Hatcher at…
Retirement Reception for Will Kopp – May 5, 4-5:30 p.m. in Merrick 301
Join us for a retirement reception celebrating Will Kopp! For nearly 12 years, Will has shaped and shared OWU’s story with creativity, passion, and vision. Stop by Merrick 301 on Monday, May 5, from 4-5:30 p.m. to thank him and…
🎓❤️ Make a Senior Smile – Sign the ’25 Kudoboard
As graduation approaches, join us in celebrating the accomplishments of this year’s seniors. Share a personal message of congratulations, encouragement, or a favorite memory on the official OWU Class of 2025 Kudoboard. You can even add photos or videos! Click…
OWU Connection News & Events
GenEd CX: Navigating Status, Forms, and Drafts
Are you looking to check the status of your GenEd CX or Connection Grant? Are you not sure how to retrieve the forms you already started? Keep reading to learn more! Log in to Etrieve at owucentral.etrieve.cloud (This link is…
Today! – Spring Student Symposium
Tonight, the Spring Student Symposium will take over Merrick Hall as students across disciplines present their research and creative work either through poster or oral presentations. A detailed schedule can be found HERE, but the event includes: 4:10 p.m. in Merrick…
TODAY @ 11 a.m. – Bishop Brag Day!
Want a FREE T-SHIRT? Have you completed or will you complete an internship, research work, or extensive volunteer work anytime from Summer 2024 – Summer 2025? Then be sure to stop by HWCC – Atrium TODAY, APRIL 16, from 11 a.m. – 1:30…
Tomorrow – You’re Invited! Spring Student Symposium
Please join us tomorrow in Merrick Hall for the Spring Student Symposium. Students from a diverse range of academic disciplines will present their research and creative work either through poster or oral presentations. A detailed schedule can be found HERE, but…
Employer Collections on Handshake – Connect with Top Employers
The OWU Career Connection Office has created and customized Employer Collections specifically for OWU students and their Career Communities. These collections are available under the “Career Center” section on Handshake. These curated collections feature employers actively seeking students from your major and career…
April 16 @ 11 a.m. – Are You Ready for Bishop Brag Day?
ARE YOU READY FOR BISHOP BRAG DAY? Have you completed or will you complete an internship, research work, or extensive volunteer work anytime from Summer 2024 – Summer 2025? Then be sure to stop by HWCC – Atrium on APRIL…
Student News & Events
TODAY @ 6 p.m. – Mario Kart Tournament!
All students are invited to compete in our Mario Kart Tournament at the Ross Art Museum from 6-8:30 p.m. today, May 8! The tournament is hosted by the Ross and the OWU Video Games Club. Prizes! Snacks! Fun! OWU Sponsoring…
Pick Up Your Commencement Tickets – by THURS @ Noon
Pick up your guests’ commencement tickets by noon on Thursday, 5/8, in the Academic Affairs Office, University Hall 107. Tickets not picked up by the deadline will be held at the will-call table inside the east Field House entrance for…
Bishop Scholars: Fall ’25 Tutor Interest Form
Become a part of the Bishop Scholars program for the 2025-26 academic year! We are seeking energized and committed students to tutor elementary youth in Delaware City Schools, Columbus City Schools, and Columbus Bilingual Academy North. Tutoring days include Monday,…
Mailroom Hours for May
Mailroom hours are normal (11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.) until May 11. May 12 – mailroom is closed, May 13-16 – summer hours begin, 1:30-3 p.m. Beginning the week of May 19, the mailroom will be closed on Fridays thru Aug. 1.…
Sign Up Now! New Environmental 1/4 Credit Class Next Year
Art & Environment Series: 2025-2026 ENVS 490 Art and Environment Series (.13 credit Fall ’25, .12 credit Spring ’26). Self-Service now allows you to add this course to your fall schedule. Instructor Assignment: Krygier. Meeting: Ross Art Museum. Time: Tuesday,…
Lost and Found at Hobson Library
Before the end of the semester, stop by the Hobson Library service desk to check for any missing belongings in our Lost & Found (such as power cords/chargers, water bottles, notebooks, coats, etc.) Have a great summer! Office: OWU Library…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Print Services Closed May 15
Please note: OWU Print Services, located inside the Campus Store, will be closed all day on Thursday, May 15. Thank you. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Print Services Contact: Marilyn Stephens at printservices@owu.edu
Can You Feel the Excitement? Commencement is THIS Saturday!
We want YOU there to help celebrate this incredible milestone with your students and their families! If you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still time — just complete this form by noon on Friday, May 9. Better yet, invite a colleague to join…
May 8 @ 4:30 p.m. – Join us for Final Lap!
Please join us as we cheer on members of the Class of 2025 during their Final Lap following Commencement rehearsal. We will gather along the JAYwalk on Thursday, May 8, at 4:30 p.m. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: University Advancement Contact: Mallorie…
University Classifieds
Bracelet and Black Water Bottle Found
A beaded bracelet with a saying and, separately, a black water bottle have been found. The bottle was in the Slocum Reading Room. Please claim them in the IOCP Office, Slocum Hall, Room 311. Thanks! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact:…
Lost Black Cat
“Sid,” a very timid all-black cat, is lost from his home. Likely is near Lincoln and Forest Ave., but there is a small possibility that he hitched a ride to the Science Center. Please contact Shala Hankison if you notice…
FOR SALE: Fishing Boat with Everything
FOR SALE: Fishing Boat with everything. 14-foot Starcraft, Johnson 9.9 electric start motor, ShoreLander trailer, Minn Kota 765 MX 28 lbs thrust variable speed trolling motor. Battery, Hummingbird depth & Fish Finder, Canvas Boat Cover, 2 cushion seats, Safety vests,…
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