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Campuswide News & Events

Spring Student Symposium – THIS THURSDAY!

Come support fellow classmates and learn about their research and creative work across the academic spectrum! Join us this Thursday, April 18, at the Spring Student Symposium from 4:10-6 p.m. The Symposium provides an opportunity for students to share their…

The Guy Sarvis Award: Closes April 17 @ 5 p.m.

Calling all students, staff, and faculty! Do you know a student who has a demonstrated record of fostering cross-cultural understanding and contributing to the creation of a culture of hospitality, diversity, and inclusion at OWU? Guy Sarvis OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…

April 18 from Noon-1 p.m. – Guest Lecturer in Art History

Alma Thomas (1891-1978) was an African-American teacher and artist who developed a powerful form of abstract painting late in life. From the mid-1960s, she produced brilliantly colored and richly patterned works intimately connected to the natural world. Join us on…

April 27 @ 9 p.m. – President’s Ball

The Campus Programming Board invites the OWU community to join us at the President’s Ball on April 27, 2024, from 9-11:30 p.m. on the JAYwalk. Tickets are free for OWU students, faculty, and staff (guests $5). The theme for this…

April 17 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Rock Jones Portrait Unveiling

Join Rock Jones and esteemed guests for this special ceremony to honor OWU’s past president! His portrait will be unveiled at 4:30 p.m. April 17 in the Slocum Hall Reading Room. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Inauguration Planning Committee Contact: Ellie Harshbarger…

OWU Connection News & Events

Student News & Events

Feb. 6 from 6-8 p.m. – Student Involvement Fair

We are thrilled to share that the spring Student Involvement Fair is Thursday, Feb. 6 from 6-8 p.m.! Students can chat with 50 student organizations and offices to learn about ways to get involved on campus – it’s a great…

BCI/FBI Background Checks on Campus, Jan. 17 & Jan. 20, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Taking an education course with a required field experience? Working at the Early Childhood Center or with PlayFit? You will need to secure a BCI/FBI Background Check before your field experience or employment. The Education Department is hosting Biometric Information…

Public Safety Advisory – Polar Vortex Forecast

Meteorologists are predicting Arctic air will drive temperatures into the low teens this week. OWU is no stranger to cold winters and we encourage you to return from break prepared by reviewing the information below. We also recommend monitoring weather…

RA/Mod Position Open

Apply now for the RA/Mod position for the 2025-2026 Academic year here: RA/Mod Position If you have any questions, please contact ResLife or RLC Jon Maldonado. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Residential Life Contact: Jon Maldonado at Jmmaldonado@owu.edu

LAST CHANCE to submit your course evaluation(s)

Don’t miss your chance to have your voice heard by taking a few minutes to complete your course evaluations.  Your feedback means a great deal! Help your faculty to improve their teaching and ensure that their courses serve your needs. The deadline…

Faculty/Staff News & Events

Instructors Wanted for 2024 OWjL Camp (Summer)

OWjL is a summer residential camp (6-8 grades) and day camp (4-6 grades) for gifted/talented students held on the OWU campus each June (and day camp in July). Being an OWjL Camp Instructor is a wonderful opportunity to have fun…

RSVP Now for S.T.A.R, SPARK, and Staff Years of Service Luncheon

Ohio Wesleyan staff are invited to the annual S.T.A.R. Award, SPARK Award, and Staff Years of Service recognition luncheon on Friday, Jan. 12, at 11:30 a.m. in the Benes Rooms. We kindly ask that you RSVP so we have an accurate headcount…

Blackboard – Original Course View Going Away Fall 2024

The original (legacy) course view in Blackboard will no longer be available beginning Fall 2024. All courses will use the Ultra course view. This will give our students a single experience in our learning management system and simplify support efforts.…

University Classifieds

For Sale 2005 Pontiac G6

2005 Pontiac G6 – Silver – $1,200.00 Runs and drives good. Rebuilt title. Sunroof, tinted windows, custom side-exit exhaust, and good tread on tires (front are new). Other new parts: inner and outer tie rods, both front control arms, one…

Missing – Single AirPod Lost in Smith East

I lost an AirPod on Sunday, 14 Nov. Kindly, if anyone finds an AirPod near the Smith East dining area or the exit near the Amazon locker, please submit it at the desk or email me at sssheri@owu.edu. Contact: Surriya Sheri…

Missing – Single AirPod Lost in Smith East

I lost an AirPod on Sunday, 14 Nov. Kindly, if anyone finds an AirPod near the Smith East dining area or the exit near the Amazon locker, please submit it at the desk or email me at sssheri@owu.edu. Contact: Surriya Sheri…


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