Category Faculty/Staff News & Events

Retired Staff Member Bernard Derr Passes Away

We are sad to report that Bernard Louis Derr, Ph.D., who worked for the OWU Library for more than 30 years, passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2025. He was 83. Bernard joined Ohio Wesleyan as its chief of circulation…

Opening Convocation is THURSDAY! Don’t have FOMO!

The Fear Of Missing Out is REAL! All Faculty & Staff are invited to walk in the processional, sit together in the front seating section during the ceremony, and form the First Lap tunnel to cheer loudly for our new students as…

Save the Date! Aug. 13 Welcome Back Faculty & Staff

Please join us for an All-Campus Welcome Back Gathering from 9-10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 13, in the Benes Rooms. Swing by to catch up with colleagues, hear what’s new at OWU, and start the year on a high note.…

Register Before Aug. 6 for Aug. 12 CliftonStrengths Workshop

High-performing teams don’t just happen; they are built intentionally when individuals know how to bring their best to the table. OWU Human Resources and Career Connection would like to invite you to the Team Impact Through Talent: Leading from Within…

Regular Office Hours Resume Aug. 4

Happy August! Beginning Monday, Aug. 4, OWU returns to regular office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday as we prepare for the start of fall semester. If you include office hours in your email signature or voice-mail…

Submit to News for Families Email – Aug. 1 Deadline

We are accepting submissions for the August edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by the deadline, noon Friday, Aug. 1. For the August digest, please consider submitting information that will maximize a…

South Block Rock Concert – Register for a Table

The Student Involvement Office is teaming up with Main Street Delaware to host the South Block Rock concert on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 7-9 p.m. featuring Rock House! It is a part of Main Street’s summer concert series and is open to both…

Aug. 14 – Opening Convocation is around the corner!

We’re getting ready – are you? All Faculty & Staff are invited to walk in the processional, sit together in the front seating section during the Aug. 14 Convocation ceremony, and form the First Lap tunnel. Wear your regalia or OWU gear.…