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Campuswide News & Events
Nov. 1 and 2 @ 8 p.m. – Musical Theatre Scenes, European Staycation
Wish you could go to Europe but can’t spare the time or cash? No worries! The OWU Department of Performing Arts presents European Staycation, a dynamic grouping of scenes from the musicals Cabaret (Kander & Ebb), Natasha Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 (Malloy), and Les…
Nov. 3 @ 3 p.m. – OWU Violin and Piano Guest Recital
Dr. Mariko Kaneda, piano, and Leonid Polonksy, violin, will perform in Jemison Auditorium at 3 p.m. on Nov. 3. They will feature works by Handel, Beethoven, Brahms, and Franck. Admission is free. Please visit the OWU Music Instagram page for…
Oct. 31 @ 5 p.m. – Trick or Treat at the Museum!
Come Trick or Treat at The Ross Museum, vote on our creepiest artwork, and get a full-size candy bar when you vote! From 5-9 p.m. on Halloween Night, Oct. 31. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Richard M. Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth…
Nov. 3 @ 6 p.m. – Celebrate Diwali, The Festival of Lights!
Join us on Sunday, Nov. 3, from 6-9 p.m. in Merrick Hall, Room 301, for a festive evening celebrating Diwali, the Festival of Lights! This event is open to the OWU community and is a wonderful opportunity to experience the…
Oct. 30 @ 4 p.m. – Tony Mendoza Artist Talk
Everyone is invited to attend an artist talk featuring famed Cuban-American writer and photographer Tony Mendoza. Join us on Oct. 30 from 4-5 p.m. at the Ross Art Museum to hear Tony’s Story and participate in a Q&A with the…
Election Day is Coming. Do YOU Have a Voting Plan?
Just a quick reminder that Election Day (Tuesday, Nov. 5) is around the corner. If you haven’t already, make sure to finalize your voting plans. Voting Early? Early voting ends Nov. 3. Use this link to find your early voting location Voting…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
Aug. 21 @ 6 p.m. – Board Game Mixer!
Bishops, stop by the Ross Art Museum from 6-8 p.m. Thursdays for games, snacks, and to make some new friends! On Thursday evenings during the academic year, the museum hosts Student Chill Nights with fun, creative, and relaxing events for…
Spend Fall 2026 Semester in Tanzania – Change your Life
Ohio Wesleyan’s semester-long program in Tanzania is accepting applications for its Fall 2026 program. The Tanzanian program is open to all majors and minors. Students complete an internship, study Swahili, and take 3 additional courses that explore: East African culture,…
Aug 25 @ 6 p.m. – Orchesis Dance Auditions
Are you interested in dance and looking to perform in the fall performance? Then join Orchesis Dance Company! Auditions are Monday, Aug. 25, @ 6 p.m. Make sure to wear comfortable dance clothing and bring tap shoes if you’re interested…
Aug. 20 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Welcome Back with Wellness Kits!
We’re excited to have you back on campus for fall semester! To help you start the academic year strong, we’re giving away free Wellness Kits to support your mental health and well-being. Goodies include items to help you stay focused,…
BCI/FBI Background Checks On Campus This Week
Taking an education course with a required field experience? Working at the Early Childhood Center or with PlayFit? You need to secure a BCI/FBI Background Check before your field experience or employment. The Education Department is hosting AAA Background Checks…
Mailbox Keys
For students who did not have a key available on Aug. 14, the mailroom will pull mail from your box until your key is available. Just bring your ID to the student mailroom, and we will get the items from…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Due March 29 @ Noon – Submit to April News for OWU Families Monthly Email
We are accepting submissions for the April edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by the deadline, noon Friday, March 29. For the April edition, please consider submitting information about awards ceremonies, recognition programs, special…
OWU Joins Open Education Network Through Ohio Five
OWU Libraries is pleased to announce our recent membership in the Open Education Network (OEN) through the auspices of the CODEX Program of the Five Colleges of Ohio (OH5). A cornerstone of OEN’s work is the Open Textbook Library, which has grown…
‘Understanding Your Benefits’ Virtual Session at Noon on Tuesday, March 26!
Are you new to OWU benefits, or curious how the High Deductible plan with the HSA plan works? Do you know the benefit year runs July 1 through June 30 for all plans? Do you know your deductibles all reset…
University Classifieds
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…
For Sale 2005 Pontiac G6
2005 Pontiac G6 – Silver – $1,200.00 Runs and drives good. Rebuilt title. 189,585 Sunroof, tinted windows, custom side-exit exhaust, and good tread on tires (front are new). Other new parts: inner and outer tie rods, both front control arms, one…
For Sale 2005 Pontiac G6
2005 Pontiac G6 – Silver – $1,200.00 Runs and drives good. Rebuilt title. 189,585. Sunroof, tinted windows, custom side-exit exhaust, and good tread on tires (front are new). Other new parts: inner and outer tie rods, both front control arms, one…
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