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Campuswide News & Events
Residential Parking Lot Closures for New Student Move-In: Campus Operations Notification
Please help the University create a great first day for our incoming students and their families. For new student move-in day, the parking lots at Smith and Welch Halls will be closed starting at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, and…
Aug. 13 – Ross Museum Opening Reception
Join the Ross Art Museum for an opening reception of Reflections on America at 250 and Nicholas Hill: Pandemic Portraits on Thursday, Aug. 13, from 5-7 p.m. Refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public. OWU Sponsoring…
AEP Planned Power Outage Scheduled for Friday, July 31
Campus Operations Notification: AEP is scheduled to shut off electricity to central and academic campus between 1:30 and 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 31, to complete necessary maintenance work. Power will be shut off between South Liberty and South Henry streets, including the SLUs, Selby…
Aug. 5 – Blackboard Downtime Maintenance
Our Blackboard application is scheduled for planned maintenance at 12 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug 5, 2026. The maintenance downtime is expected to last approximately two hours. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Information Services Contact: David Soliday at helpdesk@owu.edu
Solar Energy Initiative Update
Beginning July 20, crews will be working to install ground-mounted solar panels as part of OWU’s solar energy initiative. The work should continue for just over a month. Wildflower gardens will be planted under the ground arrays, and the areas…
TODAY Only! Come ‘Shop’ Our Office Supply FREE Store! 9-4 p.m.
After a day of cleaning, purging, and organizing, Advancement and Strategic Ventures invites you to our office and general supply FREE store! Open to the entire OWU community: staff, students, and faculty! What do you need? Binders, organizers, clips, staples,…
OWU Connection News & Events
Internship Applications Open! Student Assistantship Program (StAP) & Legacy Positions
The Student Assistantship Program (StAP) and Legacy Internships are now open for student applications for the 2026-2027 academic year! These programs offer PAID on-campus positions during the academic year. A list of available positions can be found on the Student…
Want a $5,000 Scholarship? LAST DAY to Apply! Corns Scholars
Calling all juniors and seniors interested in business and entrepreneurship! Applications for the Corns Scholars Program are NOW OPEN and close TONIGHT at 11:59 p.m. The Program involves specific courses designed to develop business and entrepreneurial skills, opportunities to meet and…
Today! Heisler Business Ethics Lecture Series, Profession Knitter
The annual Heisler Business Ethics Lecture Series is set for tomorrow, March 18, at 7:30 p.m. in HWCC, Benes Room B. Join us as our honorary speaker, Shirley B. Paden-Bernstein ‘73, discusses her experience as a custom knitter fashion designer,…
Tomorrow! Heisler Business Ethics Lecture Series
The annual Heisler Business Ethics Lecture Series is set for tomorrow, March 18, at 7:30 p.m. in HWCC, Benes Room B. Join us as our honorary speaker, Shirley B. Paden-Bernstein ‘73, discusses her experience as a custom knitter, fashion designer,…
March 19: Practical Budgeting: A Guide for the Overwhelmed
If the words “manage your money” make you anxious, this practical budgeting workshop is for you! Date: Thursday, March 19 Time: 12-1 p.m. Place: HWCC 304 RSVP on Handshake Budgeting is more than just math; it’s about peace of mind.…
Spring Student Symposium – Student Application Now Open!
Applications are now open for the 2026 Spring Student Symposium! The annual Spring Student Symposium will be held on Thursday, April 16, from 4:10-6 p.m. in Merrick Hall. The Spring Student Symposium showcases the research and creative work of Ohio…
Student News & Events
Life Quest Retreat: Register by Tues, Sept. 8
“What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” – Mary Oliver We’ll be exploring this question and more at the upcoming Life Quest Retreat (Sept. 25-26 at Deer Creek State Park Lodge), a chance…
Library Labor Day Reminder
While Hobson Library may be closed for the Labor Day holiday, you don’t have to pause your study or research. Campus has plenty of physical spaces and digital tools available. Alt Study & Work Spaces Privacy Pods in Ham-Wil’s Lower…
Sept. 10 @ 6:30 p.m. – Rafiki Mini Olympics
Come join us for Rafiki’s Mini Olympics on Frat Hill! Meet other Rafiki members, make new friends, compete in fun games, and enjoy a night of friendly competition and good vibes. Event Name/Title: Rafiki Mini Olympics Time: 6:30 p.m. –…
Sept. 9 @ 7 p.m. – Join Pet Pals Club!
Join Pet Pals from 7-7:45 p.m. Sept. 9 on the Smith Stairs and learn more about our club! Do you love animals? Do you enjoy giving back to the community in meaningful ways? Come see all that Pet Pals has…
Looking for Pre-Med Shadowing Opportunities? Join MAPS!
The purpose of MAPS is to support pre-medical students from backgrounds that have been historically excluded in medicine throughout their journey to medical school by providing information, mentorship, and other extracurricular opportunities to prepare them for the medical school application…
Missing a Water Bottle, a Pair of Crocs, or Other?
The 1842 has a Lost and Found behind the desk near main entrance. If you are missing an item, ask our staff to check our Lost and Found. OWU Sponsor: The 1842 Contact: Anna Pellegrin at appellegrin@owu.edu
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Fire Safety with Power Strips and Campus Storage
In response to inspection feedback from the Delaware Fire Department, we are providing Ohio Fire Code information regarding the use of power strips and storage spaces on campus. Please follow these requirements to help keep Ohio Wesleyan compliant and safe.…
New, Free Training for Faculty: Blackboard First Term Success
Teaching in Blackboard Ultra for the first time—or looking to streamline your workflow? The Blackboard First Term Success course helps you build and manage your course, engage students, track progress, and complete grading with confidence. This free, self-paced course provides practical,…
July 9 – CDI Webinar on Their Integration of AI in Perspectives
CDI description: On July 9 (12-1), CDI Research Scientist Ryan Carlson will present findings from CDI’s new white paper, Can AI Teach Dialogue Skills to College Students? He’ll walk through three distinct roles AI can play in constructive dialogue education. More information and…
University Classifieds
FOUND: Headphones Case in Slocum Reading Room
A headphones case was found in the Slocum Reading Room early in the morning on Feb. 26. Please see Jill Hayes in Slocum 303B to describe and claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Connection Contact: Jill Hayes at jchayes@owu.edu
International Adoption Stories Wanted for Class Documentary
We are currently seeking students and staff who were internationally adopted to participate in a short documentary being created as a midterm class project. This project focuses on internationally adopted individuals in U.S. families. Participants will be asked to answer…
50% Off! Clearance Sale on Selected Items
Come grab your OWU merch while you can! Select items are 50% off while supplies last. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Campus Bookstore Contact: Debbie Forest at djforest@owu.edu
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