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Campuswide News & Events
It’s a Great Day to be a Bishop: Show Your Spirit for #17 on April 17!
Let your OWU spirit shine by wearing your boldest red and black to celebrate the 17th presidential inauguration on this 17th day of April. We’re two days away from an inauguration you do not want to miss. It won’t be…
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 17 from 11:30 to 1:30 – Scoops of Spirit on the JAYwalk!
Swing by the JAYwalk for FREE Little Ladies Soft Serve ice cream from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 17! Keep your spirit going for the inauguration while eating your sweet treat. This event is free for all students, faculty,…
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…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
Camp Oh-Wooo Leader Application is Live! (Due Feb. 17)
Camp Leader Application Click the link above to apply to be a Camp Leader for the 2025 Camp Oh-Wooo program. Camp Oh-Wooo is our premier new student orientation program. The program needs roughly 62+ student leaders a year to serve as…
Learn More About Sorority Recruitment!
Are you looking to make lifelong friends, develop your leadership skills, and be part of an empowering community? Sorority life might be for you! Come learn about each of our organizations and the recruitment process at our upcoming events: Panhellenic…
Jan. 16 @ 9 p.m. – Late Night at Smith
Join us Thursday from 9 – 11 p.m. in the Smith 2nd Floor Lounge! Take a well-deserved break from the first week of classes — grab a snack bag, craft your 2025 mood board, and enjoy games with friends. Don’t…
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…
Award-Winning, Internationally Certified Gracie Jiujitsu, Okinawan Karate, & Kobudo Taekwondo
Okinawan Karate/Kobudo Taekwondo (TKD) PE 301: This is one of the greatest self-defense systems ever created. You do not need to have prior experience to take this course – beginners are welcome! Our internationally certified instructors teach the complete Okinawan…
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…
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
Water Bottles found in R.W. Corns
Two water bottles were found in RW Corns. One is grayish-blue and is made by PINK. The other is black and made by TAL. Please stop by and claim your bottle. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU/The Department of Economics and Business…
Found a warm black jacket in Beeghly Library
Please come to the main desk and describe the item to pick it up. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: University Libraries Contact: Pam Majors at libraries@owu.edu
Items for Sale
Twin mattress, box springs, and frame – $50 and 4-drawer file cabinet – $20. Please contact Nancy Sanford if interested at ntsanfor@owu.edu or 740-368-3053. Must be able to pick up with own vehicle. Contact: Nancy Sanford at ntsanfor@owu.edu
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