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Campuswide News & Events

April 20 @ 4 p.m. – Climate Change & the Caribbean

Rafiki and the ENVS Department are collaborating to host an event next Monday, April 20, from 4-5:30 p.m. It’s a climate change event across the Caribbean. The speaker will be Dr. Rowley from the ENVS Department. This event will kick…

Plain White T’s are Coming. Help Make It Happen.

We’re looking for volunteers for Live@OWU on April 28 to help make the Plain White T’s concert a success behind the scenes. From setup and guest check-in to giveaways, merch table support, and keeping the night running smoothly, it’s a…

April 21 – Performing Arts Student Departmental

On Tuesday, April 21, the OWU Performing Arts Department will hold the student departmental. All performers are current Music majors and minors. The performers at this concert are Maryahna Shipmon, flute; Oliviah Myers, flute; Riley Sheaffer, flute; Jarek Montalban, trombone;…

Saturday, April 18 @ 2 p.m. – Rafiki Olympic Cookout Event

Join us for the Rafiki Olympic Cookout, a high-energy end-of-year celebration bringing together the OWU campus and the Delaware community for an afternoon of food, fun, and connection. Enjoy free food trucks, ice cream, cotton candy, and a variety of…

OWU Connection News & Events

Feb. 26 – Big Problem Challenge Competition!

During Connection Conference, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Merrick 301, 3 p.m. Join us for the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge, an exciting competition where students take on real-world issues and present innovative solutions. This year’s issue is the continued population growth in Delaware County,…

Feb. 26 – Pitch OWU Competition!

During Connection Conference, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Merrick 301, 2 p.m. Experience the excitement of Pitch OWU, where bold ideas and entrepreneurial spirit take center stage. Watch as students present their innovative business concepts and compete for funding to turn their visions into…

Feb. 26 – Woltemade Center Fellows & Scholars Spotlight

During Connection Conference, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Corns 312, 11-11:45 a.m. Explore how OWU’s Accounting & Finance Fellows, Corns Business and Entrepreneurial Scholars, and Westwood Real Estate and Community Development Fellows programs bring the OWU Connection to life. Through student stories…

NEW! Real Estate Fellows, Open to ALL Students

The Woltemade Center is excited to announce its newest program: Westwood Real Estate and Community Development Fellows. Applications are now open and close on March 27, 2026. The program prepares students to be ethical, innovative leaders in real estate and…

Feb. 26 – Benefits of a Side Hustle, Student Panel

During Connection Conference, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Corns 312, 9-9:45 a.m. Join a student panel and moderator Professor Cliff Hurst for this How You Can Benefit from a Side Hustle info session. Learn how one can support your personal, academic, and professional…

Travel and Learn! Apply for Accounting & Finance Fellows

Interested in a career in accounting or finance? Applications for the Accounting and Finance Fellows are NOW OPEN and close March 27, 2026. The program empowers students to explore careers in said fields, develop a unique awareness of current issues…

Student News & Events

TODAY – 🍹🎨 VIVA Sip ‘n’ Paint

Enjoy the warm weather with us as we make some refreshing mocktails and paint your pick of canvases, tote bags, or hats! Feel free to bring a blanket to sit on, as we will be outside La Casa. OWU Sponsoring…

Passionate About the Environment and Making a Difference at OWU?

An environmental science degree can lead to impactful careers focused on sustainability, conservation, and solving real-world challenges. Here are a few career paths our alumni have taken: Alena Arnold ’23 – Forestry Technician at the US Forest Service Selby Majewski…

April 25 – Campus-Wide Bucket Golf Sign-Ups

Reslife will be hosting a campus-wide golf outing using our fun set of bucket golf! Grab some friends and join us for a day on the (campus) course! Sign up here!  Location: 15 Williams Dr. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Reslife Contact:…

Sagan Writing Center Award – Submission Deadline Today at 5 p.m.

Today is the deadline for submitting to the annual spring Sagan Writing Center Award—don’t miss out! Graduating Seniors only: Submit your graduate or professional school application essays. 1st Place: $200. 2nd Place: $100. Submit here. (Examples of past winning essays…

Faculty/Staff News & Events

Submit to News for OWU Families by May 1 deadline

We are accepting submissions for the May edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by the deadline, noon Friday, May 1. For the May edition, please consider submitting information about…

April 22 @ 4 p.m. – First-Gen Graduation Celebration!

Faculty and staff are invited to join Bishop Elevate for the Class of 2026 First-Gen Graduation Celebration on Wednesday, April 22, from 4 p.m.-5 p.m. in HWCC Benes A&B. First-Gen graduating seniors will get a special First-Gen OWU stole to…

University Classifieds

Red Bull Wings for Life World Run

Wings for Life World Run: Bring A Friend! On May 10, 2026, the world’s largest running event returns as the community comes together to run, walk, and roll in the Wings for Life World Run - and we hope you’ll be right…

Items Needed for OWL Program

The following items are needed to use in the OWL Program: newspapers and picture frames with glass, any size. Eve or Josie are happy to pick up, please email at owl@owu.edu. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan University Contact: Josie Bair…

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