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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
ALL Woltemade Center Fellows and Scholars Applications Now Open!
Want to attend travel learning trips? Or have a summer internship but need assistance? Applications for Accounting and Finance Fellows, Westwood Real Estate Fellows, the Scholarship for Women in Economics and Business, and the Blaine E. Grimes Grant are NOW…
March 25 @ Noon – Cooking Matters Information Session, SQ 125
Looking for a valuable OWU Connection experience? On Wednesday, March 25 @ noon in Simpson Querrey 125, the Cooking Matters program is hosting an information session for those interested in joining our program in the future. We will discuss what…
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,…
Student News & Events
Today from Noon-1 p.m. – New Student Drop-in Group
Starting college is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re offering a New Student Drop-in Group for a casual, supportive space to talk, listen, and connect with other students facing similar experiences—whether it’s stress, homesickness, academics, or adjusting…
GAME Lab Research Participants Needed
Want to participate in a neuroscience research study? Dr. Bailey’s Game Lab is looking for participants between Sept. 18-24 for their tDCS study where you’ll go through three weekly sessions testing your working memory through activities (including video games) while…
Sept. 11 – Corn Hole Tournament
Join Hall Council this Friday, Sept. 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. for a Corn Hole Tournament at the Bradford Milligan Hall/Thomson Hall Lawn. Come and enjoy some friendly competition while spending time with friends. OWU Sponsor: Hall Council Contact:…
Apply for Fall Break Wilderness Trek!
Are you ready for cool weather and fall colors? The Fall Break Wilderness Trek will be Oct. 7-10 in the Dolly Sods Wilderness of West Virginia. We’ll go backpacking, learn outdoor living skills, and spend time with readings and discussions…
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…
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
Ring Found in SCSC 163
Ring found in Room 163 of the Science Center on Thursday, Feb 26. Contact William Hayes to claim it: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
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…
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