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Campuswide News & Events
Basic Safety Reminders from OWU Public Safety
Welcome to the 2024-2025 academic year! The Ohio Wesleyan Department of Public Safety is here to support a safe living, learning, and working environment for everyone on campus. We’ve provided important guidelines, reminders, and tips below to help you navigate…
Sept. 6 – First Friday Monthly Street Party in Downtown Delaware
Mark your calendar for First Friday and these other Main Street Delaware upcoming events: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sept. 6 – “Back-to-School Bash” First Friday, featuring a rock-climbing wall, inflatables, local musicians, yard games, and more! The free-for-everyone event…
Sept. 7 – Enjoy a Free Battling Bishop Football Game, Tailgate
Everyone is invited to a free pre-game tailgate and Ohio Wesleyan football game Sept. 7 at the Bishop Backers Fall Community Day celebration. The tailgate will begin at 5 p.m. with City of Delaware police officers and firefighters and OWU…
Day on the JAY! ‘Fetch Fun Fair!’
It’s that time of the year! Get ready for the event of the semester! CPB presents OWU’s favorite event: Day on the JAY! This semester’s theme features a Y2k experience that’ll blow your mind! We go bigger and better this…
Welcome Week Drag Show Tonight!
Stop by the Benes Rooms tonight, Aug. 22, from 8-10 p.m. to catch a spectacular Welcome Week Drag Show! Talent at tonight’s show: Miss Ohio Continental 2024, Georgia Bearded Queen ’24, District West’s 2023’s Entertainer of the Year, Miss Ohio…
Science Center Landscaping Detour
The landscaping/construction work continues at the breezeway entrance to Schimmel/Conrades Science Center, and the area will be off limits for the foreseeable future. For now, please use the 1st-floor Atrium entrance or the two entrances near the Science Center Parking…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
Due April 3 – WCSA Senator, Comptroller (Treasurer), Chief Administrative Officer (Secretary) Intent-to-Run Forms
CLICK HERE to access the WCSA Elections Page. Students can still apply to run for WCSA (Student Government) Senator, Comptroller, and Chief Administrative Office for the upcoming academic year (term is Aug. 2025 – May 2026). Forms are due no later than 11:59 p.m.…
April 3 @ 1:30 p.m. – Rooted in Wellness DIY Plants and Pots
To celebrate Wellness Week, we’re hosting a fun, creative, and relaxing event to help you tap into all of the benefits of nature! Whether you’re an experienced plant parent or a newbie, this is the perfect way to unwind and…
April 3 @ 3 p.m. – Ice Cream Bar
As part of Wellness Week, we’re treating you to an exciting and delicious event that’s all about relaxation, fun, and, of course, ice cream! Scoops of Whit’s frozen custard will be available to choose from, along with your favorite toppings…
Deadline April 6 @ 6 p.m. – Summer Field Biology Scholarship Application
Are you a current 1st, 2nd, or 3rd-year OWU student? Are you wondering how to fund your summer Biology field experience? Whether you’re taking a field biology course for academic credit or for future professional accreditation, performing field research for…
ACCT 217 is Changing to ACCT 110
Beginning in the fall of 2025, ACCT 217 will become ACCT 110 – Introduction to Accounting. The catalog has not yet been updated, but if it says you need ACCT 217, please register for ACCT 110 to receive the equivalent…
Graduating Seniors – Last Chance to Apply for President’s Office Job!
Ready your resumes, seniors! The Office of the President is once again offering a full-time, paid postgraduate position to one qualified senior beginning in late May 2025. For one year, the Postgraduate Assistant will work directly with OWU leaders to gain…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Need To Process A Work-Related Concern Confidentially?
Remember that OWU offers Ombuds Services to staff and faculty. This confidential and impartial service allows you to discuss a work situation you are dealing with and explore ways in which you might proceed. Problems don’t need to rise to…
Feb. 15 @ Noon – Blackboard Open Q&A session
Information Services is pleased to offer an Open Q&A office hour with Fausto Puppo, Senior Educational Consultant at Anthology, and David Soliday, Instructional Technologist at OWU, on Thursday, Feb. 15, at noon. Bring your questions about the new Ultra experience,…
Apply Now! StAP, Legacy, and First-Gen Proposals for 2024-2025
On-Campus Internship Proposals are now open for faculty and staff. All 3 Internship programs provide hands-on experiences in a professional setting for Ohio Wesleyan students who desire to complement their liberal arts education with practical experiences. These programs enable students…
University Classifieds
FOUND Piece of AirPod accessory set
If you have lost a piece of your AirPod set, stop at the Merrick Mentors desk to claim it. We also have lost water bottles to be claimed at the Merrick Mentors Desk. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: International and Office Campus…
Donations for Homeless Care Packs
My name is Harley Murphy and I’m a senior here at OWU. Every year around this time I begin collecting donations so that I can make care packs to give to the homeless in our community. I am collecting items…
Donations for Homeless Care Packs
My name is Harley Murphy and I’m a senior here at OWU. Every year around this time I begin collecting donations so that I can make care packs to give to the homeless in our community. I am collecting items…
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