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Campuswide News & Events
April 14 from 12 p.m.-1 p.m. – Bake for Ukraine💛💙
Your support can make a real difference! Join us on April 14 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. in Ham-Wil to enjoy delicious homemade Ukrainian desserts and help raise funds for medical care and emergency needs for Ukrainians affected by…
Compassion as a Virtue: The Bodhisattva Ideal in Buddhist Ethics
Mark your calendars for this Wednesday, April 15, from 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. Come listen and learn about the Buddhist ethics from John Hacker-Wright, a professor of philosophy at the University of Guelph. His research focuses on virtue ethics, moral…
All Week: Anchor Splash Penny Wars – Support or Sabotage!
Anchor Splash is here, and it’s time for Penny Wars! Support your favorite team with pennies or sabotage another with silver coins and bills! 1 Penny = 1 point, 1 Nickel = -5 points, 1 dollar = -100 points, etc.…
April 18 @ 2 p.m. – Rafiki Olympic Cookout
Join us for the Rafiki Olympic Cookout, a high-energy, end-of-year celebration bringing together the OWU campus and the Delaware community for an afternoon of food, fun, and good vibes. Enjoy free food trucks, ice cream, cotton candy, and a variety…
April 16 from 4:30-6 p.m. – Opening Reception: New Artwork in Edgar Hall
Stop by the Werner Gallery in Edgar Hall for the Opening Reception of Midwest Potluck: Cotton and Copper, featuring artwork by Tammy Perakis Wallace ’02. Tammy currently serves as the Administrative Assistant for the Fine Arts Department, after spending 20…
Celebrate OWU’s Golden Bishops Today!
The Golden Bishop Awards have been held since 1987 and exist to recognize Ohio Wesleyan students, advisors, and organizations for outstanding achievements in leadership and community service. The full list of awards can be found here. The 2026 ceremony will take…
OWU Connection News & Events
Connection Conference – This Thursday!
Calling All Bishops! Our annual OWU Connection Conference is taking place on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Spring Connection Conference will showcase student Connection Experiences on and off campus, advising and peer mentoring, the Career…
TPGs Bring Learning to Life!
The Theory to Practice Grant application is open and accepting proposals until March 1. Check the TPG website for information! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact: Andrea Ryan at international@owu.edu
TODAY @ 12 p.m. – Navigating the Career Fair with Confidence
Don’t Despair! Prepare for the Fair! Career fairs can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to go in cold. Register on Handshake and join us for a one-hour prep session to gain the competitive edge. In this workshop, you will:…
March 5 @ 11 a.m. – Opportunities at University of Glasgow
Meet with a representative of the University of Glasgow, Colette McGowan, to discuss Study Abroad and Master’s Degree opportunities! Come to Slocum 311 any time from 11-12 p.m. There will be sweets! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Office Contact: Hanna Burr…
Need a U.S. Passport?🍕✈️
Thinking about studying abroad or participating in an off-campus program, but don’t yet have a U.S. passport? Join us for a Passport Lunch & Learn, hosted in partnership with the IOCP Office (International and Off-Campus Programs). During this session, we’ll…
Map Your Day: The Spring Connection Conference is Almost Here
Join us on campus next Thursday, Feb. 26, from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. for the Spring Connection Conference. Please note: this is a day of alternative instruction, and normal classes will not meet. Hear how peers designed their Connection experiences. Engage…
Student News & Events
Baccalaureate Participation Application Due Monday, April 20
The Chaplain’s Office invites graduating seniors to participate in the annual Baccalaureate Service on Friday, May 8. The Baccalaureate Service is an interfaith spiritual capstone event for graduating seniors that celebrates the spiritual journeys (broadly conceived) of the class during…
Academic Skills Center Accountability & Study Hour Thursdays 2-3 p.m.
Feeling overwhelmed by class work? Can’t find a space to focus? Come join us in the Sagan ARC (HWCC Room #324) every Thursday from 2-3 p.m. for our walk-in Accountability and Study Hour! We will have one of our Academic…
🎓 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…
TODAY from 12:30-1:30 p.m. – Registration & Advising Help Desk in Ham-Wil!
Today, Monday, April 13, from 12:30-1:30 p.m., drop in and visit representatives of the Office of Holistic Advising and the Office of the Registrar to discuss all things scheduling! Hear about course offerings for next semester, learn how you can…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Professor Emeritus Robert Engle Jr. Passes Away
We are sad to report that Professor Emeritus Robert Engle Jr., M.A., passed away Dec. 18 in Mattawan, Michigan. He was 97. He was a member of the Fine Arts faculty between 1958 and 1978. His family shares: “Robert was…
Academic Honesty Policy Open Meetings
Kira Bailey and Vicki DiLillo will host two open meetings to solicit feedback about OWU’s current Academic Honesty policy. Feedback will inform the policy revision. We hope to see you there! Meeting Times and Locations: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 4:10 p.m.-5…
Changing Exterior Door Locks on Academic Buildings, Collecting Keys
Thank you for your positive feedback on the swipe/tap card readers now used to enter OWU’s academic buildings and on our ongoing work to improve campus security. Beginning Feb. 17, we will continue this initiative and, as announced in August,…
University Classifieds
Red Bull Wings for Life World Run
Wings for Life World Run: Bring A Friend! On May 10, 2026, the world’s largest running event returns as the community comes together to run, walk, and roll in the Wings for Life World Run - and we hope you’ll be right…
Items Needed for OWL Program
The following items are needed to use in the OWL Program: newspapers and picture frames with glass, any size. Eve or Josie are happy to pick up, please email at owl@owu.edu. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan University Contact: Josie Bair…
Work at OWL Camp 2026: Lead, Mentor, Inspire
Ready to make a lasting impact on over 600 gifted campers? Join OWL Camp as a Family Group Leader (formerly counselor) and help shape unforgettable summer experiences for students in grades 5-8. Many leaders are former OWL campers — now…
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