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Campuswide News & Events
You’re Invited! Art Unveiling in Gillespie Honors House, Oct. 7
You’re invited to attend the unveiling of “Fairbow Farm,” a painting installed in the Gillespie Honors House (81 Oak Hill Avenue). The painting is a gift from Kevin McGinty ’70, former Chair of OWU’s Board of Trustees, and his wife,…
“What We’re Reading” in Sturges: How Was Your Last Book?
Did you love your latest read? Maybe you weren’t a fan? Let us know by filling out THIS FORM for the chance to be featured on the Sturges Hall’s “What We’re Reading” wall! You’ll share your name, your department/major(s), the…
Join Us Oct. 23 for a Defining Moment at OWU
A message from President vandenBerg: Universities rarely reach a moment when their history, momentum, and ambition converge. For Ohio Wesleyan, Friday, Oct. 23, marks just such a moment. At noon that day, we will gather for lunch on the Rock…
LAST DAY: Door Decorating Contest for Homecoming Weekend – PRIZE!
Open the door to OWU spirit for Homecoming & Family Weekend by decorating your dorm-room or office door today (Friday, Oct. 2)! Materials provided & winners will receive an OWU Swag Bag (shirt, flag, bag, solo cup, stickers & more)! Open…
Homecoming Weekend Craft & Open House @ The 1842
During Homecoming weekend, stop by The 1842 Lounge to decorate your own pennant to use to cheer on the OWU teams competing this weekend. Available while supplies last. Want to show your family or friends The 1842? On Saturday, Oct.…
Fall Break Hours for Hobson Library
Fall break hours for Hobson Library can be viewed on the library’s website at Updates or changes to these hours will also be posted to the hours page. The Slocum Reading Room is available 24/7 for study and printing,…
OWU Connection News & Events
Sept. 16 – Leveraging Your Clifton Strengths in Interviews
The Strengths Advantage: Use Your Clifton Strengths to Stand Out in Interviews Date: Wednesday, Sept. 16 Time: 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. Place: HWCC 304 Bonus: Lunch Provided Find out how to LEVERAGE your Clifton Strengths for maximum impact! In…
TODAY! – Student Made: Starting a Side Hustle
Today, Sept. 10 | R.W. Corns, 312 | 12-1 p.m. | FREE Lunch! | Join us for Student Made: Start Something! Learn how Student Made can help turn your idea, talent, or passion into a real business. This introductory workshop…
Sept. 17 @ 4 p.m. – Insider’s Guide to Applying to Graduate School
Planning your next move after OWU? After you finish networking at the Career Fair, join us for a punchy, 30-minute session that cuts through the stress of applying to graduate school. An Insider’s Guide to Applying to Graduate School Date:…
TODAY! – Alumni Partners: Informational Interviewing
Hoping to find a career mentor? A shadowing opportunity? Insights on career paths? LOOK NO FURTHER! We have a group of 80+ Alumni Partners eager to share career insights, opportunities, and connections. This is the PERFECT way to explore career paths and learn…
Seniors: Complete Your GenEd CX Graduation Requirement!
Attention Seniors! Please remember that completing the GenEd CX is a mandatory requirement for graduation, and all four steps must be fully approved in the system for you to graduate. If you haven’t finished your steps yet, make this a…
Seeking 5 Student-Athletes Who Need to Satisfy Step 4
Your leadership on the field doesn’t stay in the locker room—it drives your career. We are looking for 5 student-athletes who have completed a Connection Experience and can speak to the transferable skills that turned their athletic background into professional…
Student News & Events
TODAY @ 1 – Dr. Kofi Quaye Guest Speaker (Lunch Provided)
Join the Pre-Health Club in welcoming Dr. Kofi Quaye, a vascular surgeon and OWU alum, who will be sharing his journey to practicing vascular surgery. The event will be held today in SCSC 163 from 1-2 p.m. Lunch will be…
Oct. 28 @ Noon – Psych/Neuro Department Social
Join the Psychology Department and the Neuroscience Program for a social on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Hear about courses offered in the spring and chat with fellow students and faculty members! Refreshments will be provided. Psych/Neuro Department Social Date: 2026-10-28 Time:…
Oct. 28 @ 5 p.m. – An Evening of Unplugging (RSVP Needed)
Join the Chaplain’s Office at Gallant Woods Park for an evening of discussions and activities exploring spiritual wellness, intentional rest, and the importance of being attentive and present. We’ll leave campus at 5:00 p.m. and return around 7:00 p.m., with…
Engage Diversity Course: WLC 260 Hispanic and Latine Voices
Are you looking for an upper-level course with no prerequisites that fulfills the Engage Diversity core competency? Check out WLC 260: Hispanic and Latine Voices in U.S. Culture, Literature, and Film, a course taught in English that counts as an…
Felt Pumpkin Craft @ The 1842 This Weekend
Stop by The 1842 Lounge this Friday, Saturday, or Sunday (Oct. 23, 24, and 25) to create your own felt pumpkin magnet. Available while supplies last. OWU Sponsor: The 1842 Contact: Anna Pellegrin at the1842@owu.edu
Staying on Campus During Thanksgiving Break? Register by Nov. 18
The semester is moving quickly, and Thanksgiving Break will be here before we know it! Registration to stay on campus over break is now open. For our new students, Thanksgiving Break works differently from fall break: You need to register…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Help Your Colleagues Schedule Meetings with You More Easily!
Sharing your free/busy calendar info: In Settings for your own OWU Calendar > Access permissions for events, check the box to “Make available for Ohio Wesleyan University.” Then select “See only free/busy (hide details)” from the drop-down list. This should…
Last Call – Emerging Leaders Nominations Due Sept. 16
Applications are open to nominate Ohio Wesleyan Students for the Emerging Leaders Program. Hosted by the Ohio Wesleyan University Alumni Association Board of Directors, the Emerging Leaders Program gives rising student leaders the chance to build valuable networking skills and…
Wear Your Faculty Name Tag to Faculty Meeting!
Please wear your name tag to the upcoming faculty meeting to help welcome and connect with our new colleagues. To encourage belonging and OWU community connections, the Smith Center is giving all faculty name tags, which were delivered on Friday.…
University Classifieds
FREE New Queen Box Spring
FREE new, never-been-used Queen Box Spring up for grabs! It is sitting in its packaging on the curb of the President’s house (Pritchard House, 135 Oak Hill Ave). Please come and take it off our hands! Enjoy! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…
Free Outdoor Plants – Dig Your Own
The Ross Art Museum is redoing its flowerbeds and needs to get rid of some old plants. We have Yellow Daylilies and Asian Sedge; you must dig and transport yourself. Please email rmszukala@owu.edu to set up a time to come…
2026-2027 Reporting & Writing Student Internship
Are you interested in a journalism-focused internship? Do you like writing, editing, and fact-checking? Apply for the Office of Marketing & Communications Reporting & Writing Internship. This 2026-2027 internship will result in published pieces for your portfolio. Learn more and…
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