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Campuswide News & Events
Live Like Dolly and Donate Books to the ECC Today
Our first bookdrive for the Early Childhood Center (ECC) is underway, inspired by the late, great Dolly Parton. From now until Oct. 16, donations of new and gently used books are being collected in the Ham-Wil atrium and the Mowry…
Oct. 1 – Serve it up for St. Jude Pickleball Tournament!
Grab your friends, grab a paddle, and join Delta Delta Delta this Thursday, Oct. 1, at 7:30 p.m. in Gordon Fieldhouse for a fun pickleball tournament benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Come out for an evening of friendly competition,…
Celebrate Homecoming with Free T-Shirts, Coffee, & More!
Happy Homecoming week, Bishops! Tuesday, Sept. 29: Free Homecoming T-Shirts at the Mowry Alumni Center from 10-11 a.m. & 12-1 p.m. Show that you follow OWU Alumni on social media to claim yours (while supplies last). Wednesday, Sept. 30: Coffee…
TODAY🎉 – Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration!
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month TODAY at 12 p.m. with a Mariachi, food truck, and freebies! Join us in celebrating the vibrant cultural heritage of the Latine and Hispanic communities, and pay tribute to the amazing faculty, staff, and students who…
Oct. 3 – Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Join us for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, Oct. 3! To register, click this link: 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Delaware, OH: OWU Community | Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The walk takes place downtown from about 9 to 9:30 a.m. A group of us will be…
Sept. 30 @ 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. – International Recovery Day
Join The Bishop Way on The Jay on Sept. 30, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., to recognize and bring awareness to International Recovery Day. Partners, including Counseling Services, Safe Harbor, and NAMI, will be there, along with helpful information about recovery. Rain…
OWU Connection News & Events
Sept. 10 @ 7 p.m. – 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…
Sept. 10 @ 12 p.m. – TLC: COMM 314 & WGS 310 Informational
Interested in taking a Travel-Learning Course to Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa? Come to Crider Lounge at noon Sept. 10 to learn about COMM 314: Health Communication & The Black Body, taught by Dr. Phokeng Dailey, and WGS 310: Black…
✈️ TLC: What Is a Travel-Learning Course?
Take a course, learn on campus, and travel with the class to explore the subject beyond the classroom. Visit the TLC website to explore courses and learn about the application process. Applications are open now! Questions? Email international@owu.edu or stop…
Summer Research Away from OWU? Present at the SSRP Symposium!
Did you spend your summer doing research somewhere other than Delaware, Ohio? Here is your opportunity to present! The Summer Scholarship and Research Program (SSRP) Symposium will be held during the Fall Connection Conference on Thursday, September 24, and it’s…
TODAY! Final Fall 2026 BLP Info Session!
The Bishop Launch Program is a fall semester professional development program designed to help students become more confident, competent, and competitive internship and job seekers. BLP is open to 2nd-, 3rd-, and 4th-year students. To participate, attendance at one of…
Sept. 10 – Student Made: Starting a Side Hustle
Sept. 10 | R.W. Corns, 312 | 12-1 PM | 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 will…
Student News & Events
Monday, Oct. 19 – Career Exploration Group Week 4: Perfectionism
Counseling Services & Career Connections Week 4 Topic: Perfectionism. Striving for excellence can be motivating, but perfectionism can hold us back. Let’s explore where perfectionist beliefs come from and how they impact your choices and well-being. This week we will…
Trivia Night, Jazz Performance, and Karaoke @ The 1842 Tuesday
On Tuesday, Oct. 20, come join the fun at The 1842, starting at 7 p.m. in the Lounge. 7 p.m. Trivia hosted by Harvest Table. Win fun prizes and enjoy FREE light snacks. 8 p.m. Come listen to the Elizabeth…
Oct. 18 @ 1:30 p.m. – VCT Champs Watch Party
Interested in Esports or looking for something fun to do this Sunday? Come watch the VCT Champions VALORANT matches with us! Whether you’re part of OWU’s Esports program, a Valorant fan, or just curious about competitive gaming, everyone is welcome…
Oct. 23 @ 1 p.m. – Dr. Kofi Quaye Speaker Event
Join the Pre-Health Club in welcoming Dr. Kofi Quaye, vascular surgeon and OWU alum, who will be sharing his journey to practicing vascular surgery. The event will be held on Oct. 23 in SCSC 163 at 1 p.m. Food will…
Oct. 20 @ 7 p.m. – Sweet Sustainability Kitchen SLU House Project
Come to the Kitchen SLU to learn about the connection between honey, bees, and sustainability! Taste honey, make crafts, and learn about honey bees. Location: Small Living Units (SLUs), Room 94 A Rowland Ave. OWU Sponsor: The Kitchen SLU Contact:…
Oct. 28 @ 4:30 p.m. – Ofrenda Making Workshop
Join SLACC (Spanish Language and Cultures Club) to learn how to make your own ofrenda in memory of someone special to you. After the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to leave their ofrenda on an altar built by the…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Exploring Learning Science + AI: Join Our Faculty Community
This fall, we are launching our first Faculty Learning Community (FLC) and seeking 8 curious instructors to explore how generative AI can enhance student learning. Setting aside meta-debates on AI ethics, this group will focus on applying learning science with…
Seeking October Information for OWU Events Calendar, Media Release
As you schedule fall 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…
Call for Programming: OWU Connection Conference
Faculty and staff are invited to shape the upcoming Connection Conference, our biannual campus-wide event celebrating student research, service-learning, internships, and study away / travel experiences. We will hear from student panelists celebrating their high-impact experiences, and we will inspire…
University Classifieds
Braided Gold Bracelet found in Slocum Doorway
A little over a week ago, a gold braided bracelet with a large circle clasp was found in the doorway to Slocum. It has been sitting in the Admission Office. If it is yours, please come grab it from Slocum…
One-Day Glass Fusing or Two-Day Batik Workshops!
Updated times! Come join the fun! The OWL Program at Ohio Wesleyan University invites you to join two hands-on art workshops led by artist Pia Douglas. These sessions are open to the OWU community and the public — no experience…
Now Hiring! 2026-2027 Event Photographer/Photojournalist Student Intern
Apply before 11:59 p.m. Sunday (March 29) to be considered for this StAP-supported position in the OWU Marketing & Communications Office! MarComm’s Event Photographer/Photojournalist Student Intern will: Learn to capture high-quality candid photos from on-campus events and take posed profile…
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