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Campuswide News & Events
Winter Break Hours for OWU Athletics Facilities
Please use this link to view Winter Break hours for OWU’s athletics facilities. Thank you and have a great break! Office: Department of Athletics. Contact: Abby Turner @ amstoner@owu.edu
Fire Alarm and Kitchen Hood Tests Begin Dec. 15
OWU Facilities will conduct state-required fire alarm testing between Dec. 15 and Dec.18 starting at 8 a.m. The testing will affect Bradford Milligan Hall, Smith Hall, Stuyvesant Hall, and The 1842 (4 Williams Drive). If your building is affected, you…
Ross Art Museum Closes For Break
The Ross Art Museum’s last open day for the year is Wednesday, Dec. 17. The museum will reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 13 OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
Today from 2-4 p.m. – Make Agar Art with Genetics Club!
Drop in and join the Genetics Club to make your own agar art TODAY between 2-4 p.m.! Learn about bioengineered bacteria and “paint” with colorful bacteria. Meet in SCSC 349 (Microbiology Lab). OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Genetics Club Contact: Andrew Inamdar…
Dec. 11 @ 8:30 a.m.- CNX 100 Class Book Conference
Come explore classic books as they’ve been reimagined by CNX 100 students for the 21st century. Walk through the Atrium, stop at each table, and explore the creativity and ideas behind every project. Join Dr. Kennard and Dr. Mack’s classes…
Public Safety Advisory – Keep Warm, Bishops!
Here are some keep-warm tips from the OWU Student Health Center and Public Safety, and information from weathersafety.ohio.gov. How to Dress During Cold Weather Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing. Trapped air between the layers will insulate the body. Outer…
OWU Connection News & Events
Feb. 3 – CEA CAPA Study Abroad Tabling
🎒✈️ Ready to take your college experience global and boost your résumé? Stop by the HWCC Atrium from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Feb. 3 to meet Sean McCarthy from CEA CAPA – one of OWU’s top partners for study abroad and…
Feb. 11 – Career Trek: Columbus Museum of Art
Are you interested in going to learn about museum careers onsite at the Columbus Museum of Art? Career Connection is launching more Career Treks after the success of our pilot program, and I am excited to share that the first…
Drop by the Employer Spotlight Today!
🎯 Employer Spotlight (Drop-In!) Today – Jan. 15, 2026 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. HWCC Atrium Meet employers in a relaxed mini-tabling event – no registration required. Featured Employers • City of Dublin • Case Western Reserve University – Case School…
Jan. 22 – Pitch OWU & Big Problem Challenge Workshop
Thursday, Jan. 22 | 12-1 p.m. | Corns, 312 | FREE LUNCH! Learn about both Pitch OWU and the Big Problem Challenge competitions, including how each competition works, key application deadlines, timelines, expectations, and tips for success. Ideal for students…
Seniors! Real Life 101 Starts This Week!
SENIORS, this program is for you! Think of it as your “Senior Capstone for Life.” We’ve curated important things you need to know before you walk across that stage. Are you ready to set yourself up for life post-graduation? 100%…
Today @ Noon – New York Arts Program Virtual Info Session!
Hop on Zoom today, Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 12 p.m. ET to learn more about the New York Arts Program, a semester-long program in NYC for students interested in creative fields. NYAP is a place to explore your curiosities and…
Student News & Events
Join the Marching Bishops in the Fall!
Hey, Bishops! Planning is underway for the 2026-27 Marching Bishops season, and we would love to have new members join the group! We are on pace to be the biggest version of the band yet, and with that comes exciting…
Spring Intramural Sign-Ups Close Friday!
Sign up today! 3v3 Basketball: Mondays: Mid to late evening, 2nd Floor Edwards Gym or Branch Rickey Regular Season: Feb. 16, Feb. 23, March 2, March 16, March 23. Playoffs: March 30 and April 6. 2v2 Pickleball: Tuesdays: Mid…
Feb. 13 – Hearts & Healthy Love in HWCC Atrium @ 11:30-1 p.m.
Healthy love starts with respect. Learn about healthy relationships – including self-love, friendships, and romantic relationships. Enter a raffle in one of these categories to win a prize bundle! Date: Feb. 13, 2026 Time: 11:30-1 p.m. Location: HWCC Atrium OWU…
Feb. 13 – Valentine’s Around the World
The WLC Student Board is hosting a Valentine’s Day event that allows students to explore cultural French, Spanish, Classics, and Japanese Valentine’s Day crafts. We will have crafts and sweets to celebrate! The event will be on Friday, Feb. 13,…
Valentine’s Day Fun @ The 1842
Stop by The 1842 on Feb. 14 for a free treat(while supplies last), card-making station, and Disney Love Story Trivia. Trivia will be in the lounge at 8:30 p.m. We hope to see you there. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The 1842…
Feb. 22 @ 5 p.m. – Lunar New Year Celebration
Gallop into the Year of the Horse with a massive Lunar New Year celebration at OWU on Sunday, Feb. 22, from 5-8 p.m. in the Benes Rooms. Enjoy an evening packed with cultural performances, festive activities, great food, and good vibes…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
EARLY Holiday Check Run Before Winter Break
Due to winter break beginning Dec. 18, the final check run of 2025 will be completed on Tuesday, Dec. 16. This means all Concur expense reports and cash advances will be processed Friday, Dec. 12. Please plan accordingly and have…
Seeking January Information for OWU Events Calendar, Media Release
As you schedule events open to the general public, please share details for Ohio Wesleyan’s online events calendar and monthly media release. Monthly public events calendars typically are posted online and emailed to news media, community groups, and local schools…
Dec. 3 @ 12 – Free FITOWU class at Edwards Gym
After listening to many of you at the recent wellness event in Merrick, FITOWU is offering a FREE fitness class on Wednesday, Dec. 3 at noon. Come to Edwards Gym a few minutes early, and we will meet you in…
University Classifieds
Pink Water Bottle Found in Honors Lounge at Slocum
A pink water bottle with lots of stickers was found at the Honors Lounge in Slocum and is currently in the IOCP office. If this is yours, you can feel free to come by the IOCP office and retrieve it!…
Oct. 11 – Take a ‘Ghost Walk,’ Volunteers Needed!👻
Boardman Arts Park and the Northwest Neighborhood Association, both neighbors of OWU, are hosting a ticketed “Ghost Walk” on Oct. 11 from 5-9 p.m. OWU will be featured in three spots on the “Haunted Historic Delaware” tour, with Provost Karlyn…
Join Us for a Morning Study Group, All Subjects
If you’re looking for a group to study with in the morning/noon hour, please reach out to me (Cole Eppstein) at 937-303-2034. All subjects, all grade levels — this group is more about keeping each other accountable during a study…
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