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Campuswide News & Events
Two New Healthy Vending Machines on Campus
Two new Healthy Ohio vending machines opened on campus April 19. One is located in the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Commuter Lounge, and the other is in the hallway near Simpson Querrey Fitness Center. The machines will be stocked with an…
April 23 @ 4:15 p.m. – Dr. Sam Nemeth Lecture Presentation: “Battle of the Bands”
In April 1845, the Belgian inventor Adolphe Sax triumphed in the French Ministry of War’s performance contest; his new brass instruments, the Saxhorns, provided audibility outdoors, high volume levels, and timbral homogeneity. In this talk, Performing Arts instructor Dr. Sam…
April 23 @ Noon – TPG Presentation: Shakespeare’s Education in Stratford-Upon-Avon
Please join us at noon in Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Room 304 with your lunch for a presentation on Shakespeare’s education in Stratford. Featuring images and information from the Shakespeare TPG trip, spring of 2024. Thank you! Noelle Weaver
April 23 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar Series on Butterflies with Dr. Andrew Stoehr
Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Dr. Andrew Stoehr, Associate Professor at Butler University: “Plasticity and melanism in butterflies: adaptive, trade-offs, or both?” Free and open to everyone. There will be snacks! See details of the…
April 24 @ Noon – Celebrating Dr. Kang: “I’m Not A Math Person”
Celebrating SWANA, Asian, and Pacific Islander Excellence in Research! Bring your lunch and join us from 12-1 p.m. in Crider Lounge to hear from Dr. Bona Kang (Assistant Professor of Education). Dr. Kang will be sharing a presentation titled “I’m…
April 23 @ 8 p.m.- Park Avenue Jazz Ensemble
Please join us at 8 p.m. in Gray Chapel on April 23 for the Park Avenue Jazz Ensemble. Under the direction of Kevin Turner, the group will perform pieces from some of the biggest names in jazz. Admission is free…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
Feb. 26 @ Noon – Black Excellence
Bring your lunch and join us from noon to 1 p.m. in Merrick Classroom 202 for an inspiring conversation with Kiona Dyches, Assistant Director of Social Media and Digital Communications for the Communications department. Dyches will discuss “Owning Your Excellence”…
Learn Authentic Gracie Jiujitsu, Okinawa Karate & Kobudo, TKD, Self-Defense
Okinawan Karate/Kobudo TKD PE301: From Okinawa, Japan, home to the oldest and healthiest people on earth, Karate has a deep cultural history developed over centuries; it is one of the oldest and most effective self-defense systems ever created. You do…
Feb. 26 @ 4 p.m. – Donuts and Drop-In with the Honors Board
Join the Honors Board in the Slocum Honors lounge on Feb. 26 from 4-5 p.m. Enjoy mochi donuts, study time, and the chance to ask questions about classes, research, and graduating with honors. All are welcome! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Honors…
Feb. 27 @ 6:30 p.m. – Free Movie: Smoke Signals with the Strand
Come by the Strand Theatre to see Smoke Signals this Thursday, Feb. 27. This is another movie in our “Culture Push” series, co-hosted by The Ross Museum and the historic Strand Theatre, funded through a grant by Art Bridges. Doors open…
Feb. 24 @ Noon – Bake for Ukraine
Your help is a step toward making a great change. Join us on Feb. 24 from noon to 1 p.m. in Ham-Wil to try Ukrainian desserts while contributing to Ukraine’s victory through donations. All of the funds raised will go…
Participate in Neuroscience Research Study and Get a Chance to Win a $25 Amazon Gift Card!
We are conducting a Cognitive Neuroscience Research Study to examine the use of cognitive control during gameplay. Participants will complete a 1-hour session. We will collect your behavioral responses during the video game to assess cognitive control. If interested, please…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Feb. 1 – Faculty/Staff DEI Grant Deadline
The spring deadline for faculty & staff DEI Grants is Feb. 1, 2024. Possible projects could include policy/program analysis, curricular changes/course development, small-scale survey work, creative projects, or community conversations. All of these options should lead to evidence-based actionable recommendations…
Instructors Wanted for 2024 OWjL Camp (Summer)
OWjL is a summer residential camp (grades 6-8) and day camp (grades 4-6) 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…
Noon Yoga for Faculty & Staff
We start our Spring Semester Noon Yoga from 12-1 p.m. (realistically 12:10-1 p.m.) THIS Thursday, Jan. 19, in Edwards Gym. Open to all levels! Jan. 19 – Feb. 27 Tuesdays & Thursdays 12-1 p.m. Session: $85/all 12 classes Drop in:…
University Classifieds
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
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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