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Campuswide News & Events
Tonight @ 7 p.m. – Challenging the System: Electoral Reform on the Ballot
Democracy Matters | Oct. 2 | 7 – 8:30 p.m. Location: Benes Rooms Title: Challenging the System: Electoral Reform on the Ballot Description: This panel will engage the audience in the process of thinking through alternatives to the current electoral…
Today @ 4 p.m. – Fat Bear Week Brackets Due
The Tree House is sponsoring an OWU-specific version of the National Park Service’s Fat Bear Week, where people can vote on which of Katmai National Park’s brown bears have gained the most weight for their winter hibernation. From October 2…
Today @ Noon – Women in Entrepreneurship Speaker Series: “Global Insights, Local Impact” w/ Nathan Minns
Learn about being a successful entrepreneur internationally! Attend Women In Entrepreneurship’s first speaker series today at Noon at the Chappelear Drama Center. Students, Faculty, and Staff from All Majors and Departments are Invited! Nathan Minns is an internationally known keynote…
Today @ 4 p.m. – Hayes Day Lecture on 1876 Election
Join us for “The World Turned Upside Down: The Election of 1876” by Josh Dubert, Historian at the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museum, focusing on parallels between Hayes’ election and today’s political climate. 4-5 p.m. today, Oct. 2, in…
Oct. 3 @ Noon – Careers in Law Panel, Fourth Floor Elliott
Hear Alum Michelle (Mulkern) Killkenny, partner, Kirkland and Ellis, and Andrew Lievense, Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan, both from the Class of 1999, discuss private and public career options. They will discuss lawyering in the private…
Tomorrow @ Noon – Women In Entrepreneurship Speaker Series: “Global Insights, Local Impact” w/ Nathan Minns
Become a successful entrepreneur internationally! Tomorrow attend Women In Entrepreneurship’s first speaker series at noon at the Chappelear Drama Center. Students, Faculty, and Staff from all majors and departments are invited! Nathan Minns is an internationally known keynote speaker, workshop…
OWU Connection News & Events
Sept. 11 & 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. – All Day Career Coach Drop-Ins
Build and perfect your resume at All Day Drop-Ins happening Sept. 11 & 12. These drop-ins are a great way to prepare for the upcoming Career & Grad School Fair. Career Coaches will be in Slocum 207 from 9 a.m.-5…
Now Accepting Applications for Pitch OWU!
Do you have a big idea? Do you have a solution to a problem that you believe could change the world? Calling all OWU Students to apply for Pitch OWU, sponsored by The Woltemade Center! Compete against peers in various…
Sept. 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Annual Career & Grad School Fair
Save the date! The annual Career and Grad School Fair is happening on Wednesday, Sept. 13. Over 90 registrants are scheduled to attend including diverse graduate schools, professional programs, and employers looking to recruit and hire OWU students. The full…
Sept. 12 @ Noon – Join us for the PITCH OWU Workshop!
Are you interested in participating in Pitch OWU but don’t know where to start? Join us for our Pitch Workshop on Sept. 12 from 12-1 p.m. in R.W. Corns Building, Room 312. Lunch will be served! Pitch OWU Description: Do you have a…
Sept. 7 – Employer Spotlight: Brighthouse Financial
Come to the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Atrium on Thursday, Sept. 7, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. to talk with Christine Zivica, Internal Sales Associate Manager at Brighthouse Financial Insurance Company! She will be sharing lots of great opportunities within their company,…
TODAY @ 11:30 a.m. – Career Communities & Crumbl Cookies!
Wednesday, September 6th: Drop by the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Atrium anytime between 11:30 – 1:30 to meet your people! The Career Connection team will be on hand to get you connected with your Career Community (students with similar interests, passions…
Student News & Events
April 17 @ 9 p.m. – Late Night at Smith: Karaoke
Residential Life invites you to attend Karaoke! Come prepared to sing your favorite songs or just watch your friends live out their pop-star dreams! The event will be on the Smith Stairs from 9-11 p.m. on Thursday, April 17. OWU…
Due April 21 – Baccalaureate Service Participation Apps Open
The Chaplain’s Office invites graduating seniors to participate in the annual Baccalaureate Service on May 9. The Baccalaureate Service is an interfaith spiritual capstone event for graduating seniors that celebrates the spiritual journeys (broadly conceived) of the class during your…
April 15 @ 5 p.m. – Interfaith Easter Celebration
Join us on the JAYwalk on Tuesday, April 15, from 5-7 p.m. for a house project celebrating Easter! There will be prizes, an egg hunt, free food, and egg dyeing! All faith, spiritual, and non-faith traditions are welcome! For questions,…
April 17 @ Noon – Student Involvement Office Focus Group – We Want Your Feedback
The Student Involvement Office is hosting an in-person focus group to learn more about your involvement experience on campus! We are interested in understanding how we can better craft our programs, events, and services to support students during their time…
April 17 @ 7 p.m. – Worship Night
On Thursday, April 17, from 7-8 p.m., Cru is hosting a time of worship in the Welch basement. All are welcome and encouraged to come, regardless of practice, sect, or denomination. Come and praise — or if singing isn’t your…
April 21 @ 1 p.m. – History Paper Awards Submission Deadline
Are you eligible to win a History Paper Award? These awards are based upon a paper you have already written (or are writing) for an OWU History Class. Please keep in mind, this is NOT something you create now. (Eligible…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
‘Understanding Your Benefits’ Virtual Session at Noon on Tuesday, March 26!
Are you new to OWU benefits, or curious how the High Deductible plan with the HSA plan works? Do you know the benefit year runs July 1 through June 30 for all plans? Do you know your deductibles all reset…
Boys Basketball Summer Camp: June 17-20
June 17-20 (2nd-5th Grade: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | 6th-8th Grade: 1 p.m.-4 p.m.) This camp is designed with 2 goals: 1. Provide a fun experience for boys in grades 2-8 in a basketball environment. 2. Teach the necessary skills &…
Print Services Closed on March 15, March 29, April 1
Print Services will be closed on March 15, March 29, and April 1 to allow for vacation. Mail services will not be affected by the closures, and mail will be handled as normal on the three dates. Please plan accordingly.…
University Classifieds
Found Beats Earpiece and Case
The case and a single earpiece for a set of Beats earpieces have been found in the weight room. If you lost yours, please contact cdparker@owu.edu. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan University Contact: Colin Parker at cdparker@owu.edu
The OWU Creative Writing Club Needs You!
The NEW OWU Creative Writing Club (CWC) is seeking ambitious students interested in fostering a cultivating learning environment for fellow aspiring writers in the community! Potential positions in the club include Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Please contact me at…
Vehicle Keys Found
If you lost your vehicle keys, please contact Public Safety at 740-368-2222. A set of keys were found by AVI staff in Smith Dining Hall and turned in to Public Safety. Thanks! Source: Public Safety. Contact: Misty Teter at psafety@owu.edu
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