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Campuswide News & Events
Server Maintenance Planned for the Degree Audit System
Starting at 1 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 25, the Degree Audit system will be taken offline for planned system maintenance. We anticipate this outage will require less than 2 hours to complete. Degree Audit is expected to resume normal operations…
Nov. 20 @ 8 p.m. – Jake Smith Quartet
Join the Jake Smith Quartet for an evening of innovative, original modern jazz in Jemison Auditorium on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 8 p.m. Experience the band’s unique sound as they blend intricate melodies with improvisational brilliance in an unforgettable live…
Nov. 19 @ 8 p.m. – Park Avenue Jazz Ensemble Concert
Under the direction of Kevin Turner, the Park Avenue Jazz Ensemble will perform in Gray Chapel on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 8 p.m. The group will perform a variety of pieces by composers such as John Coltrane, Antonio Carlos Jobim,…
Nov 14 @ 4 p.m. – Fossils and Halos Show Panel Discussion
Ross Art Museum Show Discussion – An ancient shark inspiring modern-day art? Come find out what this show is all about from our expert panel of art historians, geographers, paleobiologists, artists, and evolutionary biologists. Event is free and open to…
Nov. 14 @ 1 p.m. – Cartoons about College Athletes – an ART 492 pop-up show!
Cartoons about College Athletes – Nov. 14, 1-4 p.m., Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Come to the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center lobby for an exciting pop-up show where creativity meets cartoons! Students are invited to unleash their imagination and humor by creating their…
Nov. 17 @ 2 p.m. – Native American Themed Children’s Story Time
Native American Story Time and Coloring at the Ross! (Recommended for children pre-kindergarten through 3rd grade.) At 2 p.m., guests will enjoy a reading of “Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story,” written by Kevin Noble Maillard. Afterward, children will…
OWU Connection News & Events
Sept. 18 – AIFS Study Abroad Campus Visit TODAY
Come chat with Damien Marshall, our university representative from AIFS Abroad, in the HWCC atrium from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. AIFS offers programs during the Spring, Summer, Fall, and January/ Winter Break in over 20 countries! These programs are…
Sept. 20 @ Noon – Border Studies Program Information Session, University Hall 213
Would you like to study off-campus but maybe not abroad? Are you interested in issues related to migration, globalization, environmental justice, community-building, and activism? If so, you’re invited to attend an information session about the Border Studies Program, a semester-long…
Sept. 20 @ 11:30 a.m. – Study Abroad Campus Visit
On Sept. 20, Border Studies (Roger Adkins), Carleton College (Rob Quanbeck), and Japan Study (Natanya Cooper) will visit our campus to discuss study-abroad options. The Border Studies Program is a semester-long program based in Tucson, Arizona, that consists of homestays,…
Sept. 19 @ 11:30 a.m. – Arcadia/Augsburg and CEA Study Abroad Campus Visit
Come meet our campus partners, Joe Connelly and Sean McCarthy, for study abroad opportunities with Arcadia/Augsburg and CEA. The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University prepares students for lives of meaningful contribution in an increasingly complex and interrelated global…
Sept. 28 @ 11 a.m. – LBV Lecture Series with Tracy Gorham, Founder of ConexEd
Join visionary entrepreneur and edtech leader Tracy Gorham for an inspiring keynote speech that highlights the transformative power of human connection in education. Learn how her unique journey and dedication to innovation are shaping the future of student success. Don’t…
Sept. 28 @ Noon – Join Us for Black Wall Street at the OWU Connection Conference!
Join us during the OWU Connection Conference for the 2nd Annual Black Wall Street! Each year, The Woltemade Center for Economics, Business and Entrepreneurship, OMSA, DEC OWU, and OWU Connection, host a “Street Fair” featuring Black and minority-owned businesses in…
Student News & Events
Starting Aug. 27 – New Student Drop-in Group
Starting college is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re offering a New Student Drop-in Group for a casual, supportive space to talk, listen, and connect with other students facing similar experiences—whether it’s stress, homesickness, academics, or adjusting…
Aug. 21 @ 6 p.m. – Board Game Mixer!
Bishops, stop by the Ross Art Museum from 6-8 p.m. Thursdays for games, snacks, and to make some new friends! On Thursday evenings during the academic year, the museum hosts Student Chill Nights with fun, creative, and relaxing events for…
Spend Fall 2026 Semester in Tanzania – Change your Life
Ohio Wesleyan’s semester-long program in Tanzania is accepting applications for its Fall 2026 program. The Tanzanian program is open to all majors and minors. Students complete an internship, study Swahili, and take 3 additional courses that explore: East African culture,…
Aug 25 @ 6 p.m. – Orchesis Dance Auditions
Are you interested in dance and looking to perform in the fall performance? Then join Orchesis Dance Company! Auditions are Monday, Aug. 25, @ 6 p.m. Make sure to wear comfortable dance clothing and bring tap shoes if you’re interested…
Aug. 20 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Welcome Back with Wellness Kits!
We’re excited to have you back on campus for fall semester! To help you start the academic year strong, we’re giving away free Wellness Kits to support your mental health and well-being. Goodies include items to help you stay focused,…
BCI/FBI Background Checks On Campus This Week
Taking an education course with a required field experience? Working at the Early Childhood Center or with PlayFit? You need to secure a BCI/FBI Background Check before your field experience or employment. The Education Department is hosting AAA Background Checks…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Volunteer May 1 for Late Night Breakfast!
As the semester comes to a close, the planning for Late Night Breakfast is underway! Late Night Breakfast is a finals week tradition — giving our students a much-needed reprieve from studying and writing as they prepare for final exams.…
Present Your Child’s Diploma (Cover) at Commencement
OWU has a longstanding tradition at commencement in which faculty/staff/trustees may present their child’s diploma (cover) on stage. It is a very special moment! If your child is graduating and walking in commencement on May 11, and you wish to…
April 5 Deadline – Faculty Mentor Form: Student Symposium
The Faculty Mentor Form for the Spring Student Symposium is due at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 5. Please reach out if you have questions. Thank you. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Connection Contact: Jill Hayes at connect@owu.edu
University Classifieds
Missing Wallet
The wallet is black and coffin-shaped with a print of Vampira on the front. It was likely dropped Saturday night along S. Liberty St. near Bradford-Milligan Hall. If found, please contact Oliver Losey (smlosey@owu.edu) or deliver to Public Safety in…
Looking for a 6th Roommate
We’re a group of five looking for a sixth person to live in the senior apartments with us next year! If you need a group to live with or are interested, fill out the survey below and we’ll be in…
Chromebook Tablet Found in Sturges
A Chromebook tablet was found in one of the classrooms of Sturges Hall. Please contact Beth Fedoush at bmfedoush@owu.edu to make arrangements to get it back. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: English Department. Contact: Beth Fedoush at bmfedoush@owu.edu
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