Category Student News & Events

🎓 Help With Commencement (and Stay on Campus for Free!)

Are you looking for a way to celebrate our graduating class and score some extra time on campus? We are looking for enthusiastic student volunteers to help make this year’s Commencement ceremonies a success! When: There are volunteer opportunities available…

Friday, April 17 – VIVA Sip ‘n’ Paint 🍹🎨

Enjoy the warm, sunny weather this Friday with VIVA as we create some refreshing mocktails and paint your pick of canvases, tote bags, or hats! We will be outside, so feel free to bring a blanket to sit on. From…

Pairs Pool Tournament @ The 1842

The pool tournament will be single-elimination, following ball-in-hand rules.  The tournament will start at 9:45 p.m. after the Live @ OWU concert ends on Tuesday, April 28. The first round matchup orders will be emailed the night before. Must have…

VOTE FOR WCSA (Student Government) REPRESENTATIVES TODAY

You will need to vote through the online election ballot. You can get to the election ballot to vote online as follows: 1. Log in to 2. Type “vote.” 3. Click the “Online Voting” link Or use this direct link:…

April 16 @ 6:30 p.m. – Talent & Art After Dark 

Get ready for an evening where words and voices shine at the Ross Art Museum. Students are welcome to sign up for the open mic, and special guest poets from Columbus, Ohio, will be performing. Join us on April 16,…

April 10 @ 5 p.m. – Cook, Eat & Vibe With Rafiki

Join us for Cook With Rafiki!! It is a fun, hands-on experience where we’ll be preparing a variety of African dishes together. Whether you love to cook or just want to try something new, this is a space to learn,…

Meet the Students Running for WCSA Office!

Election Day: Friday, April 10, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. (Check your OWU email on Friday for voting instructions) Meet the students running for your Student Government (WCSA)! You can find more information about the students running for office by…

Thinking About a Marketing Major at OWU?

This major offers a wide range of exciting, creative, and fast-growing career paths. Whether you love storytelling, analytics, or strategy—there’s something for you. Here are some paths our alumni have taken: Sophia DelGallo ’24 – Human Resources Coordinator at Goulston…

Seniors – Join us for the Commencement Speakers Announcement!

On Thursday, April 9, 2026, Seniors are invited to join President Matt vandenBerg and University Advancement for the announcement of the 2026 Commencement speakers. Refreshments and light bites will be provided. At 5:30 p.m. at the Hickson Patio of the…