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Campuswide News & Events

April 11 @ 4:30 p.m. – Reception: Art by Tami Panhuis

Join us in Edgar Hall, the Werner Gallery, for the Opening Reception of “Let Art Feed Your Soul,” an exhibit of Painting and Drawings by OWU Associate Professor of Biology Tami Panhuis.  The works explore grief, strength, injustice, joy, and…

You’re Invited to the Golden Bishop Awards – RSVP Required

You’re invited to the annual Golden Bishop Awards! The awards have been held since 1987 and exist to recognize Ohio Wesleyan students, advisors, and organizations. Join us to celebrate outstanding achievements in leadership and community service on April 17 from…

April 12 @ 7 p.m. – Revival: Rafiki’s Spring Fashion Show

Rafiki Wa Afrika, OWU’s African and Afro-Caribbean organization, presents Revival on Friday, April 12, from 7-9:30 p.m. in the Benes Rooms! This event is Rafiki’s Spring Fashion Show — its first event on campus since its revival. We invite the…

Help Scientists Study Birds During the Eclipse!

Do you love animals? Do you want to help scientists study them during the solar eclipse? All you have to do is download the “SolarBird” app () and contribute 30 seconds of your time during Monday’s eclipse. No prior experience…

April 9 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar Series: Dr. Zakee Sabree

Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Dr. Zakee Sabree, Associate Professor at The Ohio State University: “Modeling microbe-mediated host growth and development” Free and open to everyone. There will be snacks! Dr Suria will host a…

OWU Connection News & Events

Student News & Events

Nov. 21 @ 6 p.m. – VIVA Night @ Ross Art Museum

Join us at the Ross Art Museum, 6-8 p.m. this Thursday (Nov. 21) to enjoy free Latin American-inspired food, crystal jewelry and crafts, and dance lessons! We hope to see you there! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Amarilys…

Bishop Scholars Program – Informational Meetings This Week!

The Bishop Scholars Program is Hiring! Become a Tutor. Make a Difference. The Bishop Scholars Program seeks energized and committed students to tutor youth (primarily elementary age) in Delaware City Schools, Columbus City Schools, and Columbus Bilingual Academy North, beginning…

Seniors Need 32 Units to Participate in Spring Commencement

To participate in Spring Commencement, seniors need to have at least 32 units in progress or completed as of spring semester. 34 units and all other degree and GPA requirements are needed to receive your degree from OWU, but students…

New SLU Proposal Application Now Open!

We’re excited to announce the SLU Proposal application is open! If you’re passionate about creating a mission-driven, close-knit living space at Ohio Wesleyan, this is your opportunity to propose a new Small Living Unit (SLU). SLUs are unique communities aligned…

Faculty/Staff News & Events

Tuesday, Nov. 14 @ Noon – Grants 101 Lunch and Learn

The Foundation Relations Office is offering a Grants 101 Lunch and Learn opportunity at noon Tuesday, Nov. 14, in Elliott Hall Room 102. Faculty and staff will leave with a toolbox of tips and tricks for crafting a winning grant…

Former Staff Member Bonnie Higgins Passes Away

We are sad to share that former OWU staff member Bonnie J. Higgins passed away Oct. 23 in Delaware. She was 90. As her family shares: “Bonnie worked for Ohio Wesleyan University, in the Student Loan Department for over 30…

November 2023 Check Run Update

We will have a normal check run date on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, prior to Thanksgiving Break.  This will require ALL items to be through their final approval steps no later than Friday, Nov. 10 @ 5 p.m. The next…

University Classifieds

KEY FOB FOUND IN PHILIPS HALL 009

Key Fob found in Phillips Hall 009. Will need to verify the make of the car. Please come to the Psychology Office, PH 52 to claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Psychology Office Contact: Kandi Akers at psychology@owu.edu

KEY FOB FOUND IN PHILIPS HALL 009

Key Fob found in Phillips Hall 009. Will need to verify the make of the car. Please come to the Psychology Office, PH 52 to claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Psychology Office Contact: Kandi Akers at psychology@owu.edu

Found: Collapsible blue umbrella

Information Services staff found a dark blue, collapsible umbrella on the lawn in front of University Hall. It has an umbrella pattern on it. If it’s yours, you may pick it up at the Help Desk on the lower level…


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