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Campuswide News & Events
- Congratulations to the 2019 Golden Bishop Award Winners!
Congratulations to the 2019 Golden Bishop Award recipients! We are very proud of all your accomplishments. View photos and the program from the event here: https://bit.ly/2Dgs1xD. The Sara Paullin Casto Student Humanitarian Award – Raissa Kanku. (READ MORE)
- April 22 @ 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. – LIVE ANIMALS IN HAM-WIL
Come see the Ohio Bird Sanctuary at Ham-Wil on Mon., April 22! They’ll be bringing live raptors for two shows; the first one will be in the Atrium from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The (READ MORE)
- Engage in Physical Activity & Learn More About Fitness!
Join our Exercise Is Medicine program that offers a variety of training programs designed specifically to fit your needs and goals! Get to know Simpson Querrey Fitness Center through student-led tours and learn more about (READ MORE)
- April 22 @ 6 p.m. – Hillel Passover Seder
Join Hillel for a very special Passover Seder on Mon., April 22 at 6:00 pm in the Ham-Wil Benes Rooms A and B! Passover is one of the most important Jewish holidays. The seder is (READ MORE)
- Black World Studies T-Shirts for Sale!
Show your support for the Black World Studies department by buying a t-shirt! The link to purchase them can be found here: https://www.bonfire.com/owu-black-world-studies-2019/. Short-sleeved t-shirts are $12, long-sleeved are $15 and crewneck sweaters are $25. The (READ MORE)
- Congratulations to our Award Winners!
Congratulations to International Studies Program award winner Thomas Carsten Oggier, who won not only the Corinne Lyman Award for Academic Excellence but also the Outstanding Achievement in International Studies Award. Congratulations also to our new (READ MORE)
- April 19 @ 12:10 p.m. – Women in Science Jeopardy!
Women in Science will be hosting on our version of Jeopardy again this year on Fri., April 19 at 12:10 p.m. in the SCSC Atrium. We would love to see students and professors there! OWU (READ MORE)
- April 27 @ 7:30 p.m. – Symphony Performance to Feature Two Alumni and Former Professor
Tickets are on sale now for the final show of the Central Ohio Symphony’s 40th season. The concert, “Local Focus Presented by PNC Arts Alive,” will feature five artists with Delaware connections, including 2 OWU alumni and (READ MORE)
- April 30 @ 4 p.m. – Do you Dislike the Diversity Credit? Join the Conversation
Since April 1, SIAC of WCSA has posted flyers all around campus showing feedback received for the Diversity Credit Survey. We want to continue to hear your thoughts so we are holding a Talk Back (READ MORE)
- TODAY @ 7 p.m. – Community History Lecture with Dr. Barbara Terzian
The Delaware County Historical Society will present its next community history program TODAY, Thus., Apr. 18 starting at 7 p.m. at The Barn at Stratford, 2690 Stratford Rd., Delaware, in the newly renovated barn. The (READ MORE)
Faculty/Staff News & Events
- May 3 @ 4 p.m. – Retirement Reception for Ted Cohen and Mary Howard
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology will host a retirement reception celebrating the friendship and careers of Ted Cohen and Mary Howard, honoring their combined 69 years of service to Ohio Wesleyan University. Please mark (READ MORE)
- OWU Golf League is Back for 2019!
Springtime is here, and so is the OWU Golf League for all OWU employees and families. Join us at Oakhaven Golf Course every Wednesday at 4:24 p.m. from May 15 to August 14 (13 weeks). (READ MORE)
Student News & Events
- Today @ 6 p.m. – Paths of Victory, a Senior Celebration!
The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs invites you to attend Paths of Victory, a senior celebration formerly known as KuShinda. This event is open to all students and will be held today in Merrick Hall (READ MORE)
- Apply to Peace and Justice!
Are you are interested in social justice issues, activism, and communal living? If so, the House of Peace and Justice may be right for you! We have two spots for the 2019-2020 year and one (READ MORE)
- TODAY – Button and Sticker Sale!
Join SAGE as we raise money to support Stonewall Columbus! Today, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.! Visit us at a table in Ham-Wil to purchase buttons and stickers to support Stonewall Columbus! Buttons and stickers (READ MORE)
- Celebrate Earth Day by Sending Your Transcripts Virtually!
The Registrar’s Office is pleased to announce the roll out of OWU’s new electronic transcript feature. Starting on Earth Day, April 22, students and alumni will be able to order eTranscripts through the National Student (READ MORE)
- Do You Have Summer Plans? Tell Us About Them!
Please take out a few minutes to fill out this summer survey. We would love to know what your plans for the summer are, whether it’s an internship, SSRP or summer job! https://bit.ly/2Gpw4tz. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: (READ MORE)
- April 23 @ Noon – Women & Safety Abroad Lunch Session
The OWU Connection/International and Off-Campus Programs Office invite you to join us for a student discussion on “Women & Safety Abroad”. This invitation goes out to all women participating in study abroad/away, travel-learning courses, and (READ MORE)
- Zoology Board Nominations Due by Midnight April 19!
Nominations for the 2019-2020 Zoology student board are now open! The Zoology Board holds important department events and serves as the liaison with faculty and administration on behalf of the students. The Zoology Board also (READ MORE)
- Important Event Registration Information for Clubs/Organizations
To assist organizations in planning events, please be aware the last day for registered events for spring semester will be Tuesday, April 30 (the last day of classes). The last weekend for events with alcohol (READ MORE)
- April 24 @ Noon – LGBTQIA+ Abroad
The OWU Connection/International and Off-Campus Programs Office invite you to join us for a student discussion on LGBTQIA+ Abroad. This invitation goes out to all students who identify LGBTQIA+ and who are participating in study (READ MORE)
- Join SAGE!
The Sexuality and Gender Equality House is looking for a new member for the 2019-2020 year! We believe that everyone has different experiences based on the intersections of their identities of age, race, class, sexuality, (READ MORE)
- Improve Your Writing!
The Writing Center offers feedback and advice on any kind of writing in any class, at any stage of the writing process–from brainstorming ideas to polishing sentences to checking citation formats. Visit us during walk-in (READ MORE)
- Graduates – Participate in Lavender Graduation!
Calling all LGBTQ+ graduating students! If you plan on graduating this coming May (or graduating early in December 2019), the Spectrum Resource Center and OMSA want to invite you to participate in Lavender Graduation! The (READ MORE)
- What Do I Do With my Mail when Studying Abroad?
If you are studying abroad next semester, you need to send an e-mail to the student mailroom to let us know. We can hold your mail until you return or we can forward standard mail (READ MORE)
- Apply to Participate in the Athens Democracy Forum
Ohio Wesleyan seeks applicants to participate in the Athens Democracy Forum. OWU may nominate two applicants to participate; a GLCA committee will choose the final participants. Now in its seventh year, the Athens Democracy Forum (READ MORE)
- Seniors! RSVP – Donor Dinner @ Rock’s House April 29
Seniors – If you have given your class gift of at least $20.19 in total, you are eligible to attend the Donor Dinner at the Pritchard House on Monday, April 29, from 6:30 to 8:30 (READ MORE)
- April 27 @ 11 a.m. – World In Turmoil CRISIS CONFERENCE! RSVP Now!
The world is in turmoil, and we need your help to set things straight. Come and be part of our mini-MUN, our yearly model UN conference to figure out how to save the world and, (READ MORE)
University Classifieds
- FOUND: Pencil Case with Colored Pens
About 2 or 3 weeks ago, I found a small, brown, fabric pencil case between Smith and Hayes halls with colorful art pens in it. They are high quality and may belong to someone in (READ MORE)
- FOUND on the 3rd Floor of Ham-Wil: Mammut Fleece Pullover
A Mammut fleece pullover was found on the 3rd floor of Ham-Wil. Please contact William Hayes to claim it: wfhayes@owu.edu or 740-368-3085. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: self. Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu.
- Lost Key
I lost my key on Mon., April 15. The key is attached to a black Ohio Wesleyan lanyard and has two keys attached to it, as well as a little bell. Please send me an (READ MORE)
- Fall Job Opportunity: Become an OWU Bishop Ambassador!
The Office of Admissions is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Tour Guide. If you are interested, please email Gabrielle Poliseno at gmpolise@owu.edu with your resume and cover letter. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Office of Admissions. (READ MORE)
- FOUND: Black Panther Water Bottle
I found a Black Panther water bottle outside of Welch Hall way back in the winter. I put an ad in the Daily back then but no one responded, so I’ll try again. If you (READ MORE)