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Campuswide News & Events
Give Blood on Oct. 28
Ohio Wesleyan and the American Red Cross are hosting an upcoming blood drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Drive Details: Site: Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Address: 40 Rowland Avenue, Delaware, OH, 43015 Room Name: Benes Rooms…
Oct. 13 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar-Dr. Elizabeth Santos
Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Dr. Elizabeth Santos, Museum of Biological Diversity, Ohio State University “Evolution’s Wonderland: Rules of Diversification in the Deep Sea” Free and open to everyone. There will be snacks! Location: Schimmel/Conrades…
Autumn In a Cup – Oct. 20 @ 12-2 p.m.
Feeling a little chilly? We’re bringing the warmth to you! Wave us down or stop by our golf cart as we travel around the academic side of campus serving up cozy cups of hot chocolate and tea. Customize your drink…
Oct. 14 – WinS I^3 Style Lecture @ 12-1 p.m.
Come hear from OWU faculty about their lives outside of teaching. We will have professors give short presentations on their hobbies and interests outside of teaching. This is a great opportunity to get to know your professors! Location: Schimmel/Conrades Science…
Oct. 15 @ 5-7 p.m. – Ross Art Museum Opening Reception
The Ross Art Museum will hold an opening reception on Thursday, Oct. 15, from 5-7 p.m. for its three new shows: Ardine Nelson: City Center, Fragment: A show by OWU Fine Arts Faculty, and A More Perfect Union. The reception…
Today at Noon! – Rest, Reset, and Reframe!
Stop by Merrick Hall today from 12-1 p.m. to express your creativity and design a picture frame! Help us kick off Wellness Week with this fun and relaxing craft. OWU Sponsor: Division of Community Wellness Contact: Andrew Inamdar at ajinamdar@owu.edu…
OWU Connection News & Events
TODAY! – Student Made: Starting a Side Hustle
Today, Sept. 10 | R.W. Corns, 312 | 12-1 p.m. | 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…
Sept. 17 @ 4 p.m. – Insider’s Guide to Applying to Graduate School
Planning your next move after OWU? After you finish networking at the Career Fair, join us for a punchy, 30-minute session that cuts through the stress of applying to graduate school. An Insider’s Guide to Applying to Graduate School Date:…
TODAY! – 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…
Seniors: Complete Your GenEd CX Graduation Requirement!
Attention Seniors! Please remember that completing the GenEd CX is a mandatory requirement for graduation, and all four steps must be fully approved in the system for you to graduate. If you haven’t finished your steps yet, make this a…
Seeking 5 Student-Athletes Who Need to Satisfy Step 4
Your leadership on the field doesn’t stay in the locker room—it drives your career. We are looking for 5 student-athletes who have completed a Connection Experience and can speak to the transferable skills that turned their athletic background into professional…
Get a First Look: Connection Conference Preliminary Schedule
The preliminary schedule for the upcoming Connection Conference is now live! As a reminder, the conference serves as a day of alternative instruction, meaning regular classes will not meet, so all students can participate. Please note this is an initial…
Student News & Events
Oct. 30 – Join Hall Council at SPOOKY SINGO (Costume Contest Included!)
On Oct. 30 Hall Council is hosting the yearly Spooky Singo, happening in Smith dining from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Play some bingo centered around Halloween songs and mid way through participate in the costume contest. PRIZES FOR BINGO…
Oct. 30 @ 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Costumes & Consent
Join the Bishop Way on Oct. 30, in the HWCC Atrium from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., for some Halloween fun and to learn about consent through a spooky myth-vs.-fact game. Ft. a chance to win prizes and candy. Hope to see…
Oct. 31 @ 6-9 p.m. – Creative Arts Halloween Social
Join members of the Creative Arts House (CAH) for a Halloween Social! There will be themed crafts, build-your-own mocktails, Halloween-themed snacks, and of course candy! All OWU students are welcome, and costumes are encouraged! OWU Sponsor: Creative Arts House Contact:…
TONIGHT! – Spooky S’mores & Crafts at Honors House!
Join the Honors Program at the Honors House TONIGHT from 7-8:30 p.m. for a spooky night full of s’mores, fall treats, and crafts! Enjoy fall treats, create a creepy craft, and take a tour of the Honors House. All are…
Oct. 28 – Spooky S’mores & Crafts at Honors House!
Join the Honors Program at the Honors House on Wednesday 7-8:30 p.m. for a spooky night full of s’mores, fall treats, and crafts! Enjoy fall treats, create a creepy craft, and take a tour of the Honors House. All are…
CPB’s Autumn Fest 🍁 Oct. 30 @ 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
It’s officially cozy season! 🍂 Get into the fall vibe this Friday at Autumn Fest. 🍁 Come enjoy delicious desserts, a food truck, fall crafts, and pumpkin painting, and watch the iconic spooky film Hocus Pocus! Time: 11:30 a.m. –…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Wear Your Faculty Name Tag to Faculty Meeting!
Please wear your name tag to the upcoming faculty meeting to help welcome and connect with our new colleagues. To encourage belonging and OWU community connections, the Smith Center is giving all faculty name tags, which were delivered on Friday.…
Upcoming Cybersecurity Training
Help keep Ohio Wesleyan’s digital community secure by participating in our latest cybersecurity training module, 2026 Social Engineering Red Flags. Beginning Wednesday, Sept. 16, keep an eye on your inbox for a welcome email containing your personalized link to access…
OWU Print Services Protocols for Best Service
As we begin a new academic year, OWU Print Services would like to share a few friendly reminders to help projects move smoothly, avoid unnecessary delays, and meet deadlines: Department Printers For problems with a department printer, please contact the 1-800…
University Classifieds
Free Outdoor Plants – Dig Your Own
The Ross Art Museum is redoing its flowerbeds and needs to get rid of some old plants. We have Yellow Daylilies and Asian Sedge; you must dig and transport yourself. Please email rmszukala@owu.edu to set up a time to come…
2026-2027 Reporting & Writing Student Internship
Are you interested in a journalism-focused internship? Do you like writing, editing, and fact-checking? Apply for the Office of Marketing & Communications Reporting & Writing Internship. This 2026-2027 internship will result in published pieces for your portfolio. Learn more and…
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…
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