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Campuswide News & Events
April 14 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar with Dr. Tom Rooney in SCSC 163
Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Dr. Tom Rooney, The Nature Conservancy: “Career pathways in conservation: a view from The Nature Conservancy.” Free and open to everyone. There will be snacks! See details of the Biology Seminar…
April 14 – Art and the Environment Talk Series Featuring Eve Warnock
Join us at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 14, to hear Eve Warnock speak in our Art and the Environment Talk Series. Eve is the founding artist of OBLSK, a creative group of artists, inventors, and designers that create interactive installations.…
April 15 @ 12 p.m. – Beyond Headlines: Conflicts Across African Regions Talk
Join us for Africa in the News: What Are We Missing in the Headlines? — a thought-provoking conversation exploring recent conflicts in different regions of Africa and how they are portrayed in global media. Together, we will examine what narratives…
Let Us Know What You’re Reading!
Did you love the last book you read? Maybe not so much? Fill out our “What We’re Reading” form and tell us what you thought! The “What We’re Reading” form allows you to tell as much or as little about…
🎉 Student Employment Job Fair 2026 🎉
Calling all Battling Bishops—your next campus job is waiting! Looking for a job that fits your schedule AND builds your resume? We’ve got you covered! Join us at Ohio Wesleyan University for a fun and interactive job fair where you…
Today from noon to 1 p.m. – Pie a Player!
For $3, pie an OWU student-athlete on the JAYwalk today from noon to 1 p.m.! All proceeds go to the Ohio Wesleyan Athletic Council. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan Athletic Council Contact: Grace Ammon at gsammon@owu.edu
OWU Connection News & Events
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…
🌟Working Career Lab Today: Athlete Resumes
🏅 Athletes: Turn Your Experience Into Resume Gold! Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026 | 12-1 p.m. Simpson-Querrey Fitness Center – Front Conference Room Join us for a hands-on workshop where we’ll show you how to translate your athletic experience into standout…
⭐️Save the Date for the Career & Summer Internship Fair!
Looking to start your career or secure a summer internship? Located in the Benes Rooms on Feb. 26 from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., the 2026 Career and Summer Internship Fair is the perfect opportunity to meet with 65+ employers actively seeking…
Want a $5,000 Scholarship? Apply for the Corns Scholars Program!
Call all juniors and seniors interested in business and entrepreneurship! Applications for the Corns Scholars Program are NOW OPEN and close March 20, 2026. The Program involves specific courses designed to develop business and entrepreneurial skills, opportunities to meet and…
Calling All Student Entrepreneurs! Become a Student-Creator with Student-Made!
Looking to sell your work, products, or services to your fellow students and the academic community as a whole? Become a Student-Creator or Student-Manager with Student-Made Store! This national organization creates custom online shops for student-creators and business owners to…
Student News & Events
Seniors – Join us for the Commencement Speakers Announcement!
On Thursday, April 9, 2026, Seniors are invited to join President Matt vandenBerg and University Advancement for the announcement of the 2026 Commencement speakers. Refreshments and light bites will be provided. At 5:30 p.m. at the Hickson Patio of the…
Campus Operations Notification: 15/19 Williams Drive Lot to Close Friday Afternoon
Please note: The 15/19 Williams Drive residential lot will close at 6 p.m. Friday, April 10, to accommodate food trucks and vendors participating in Poochella on Saturday, April 11. Benefitting Ohio Pet Charities, Poochella will be held from noon to…
TODAY 12:30-1:30 p.m. – Registration & Advising Help Desk in Ham-Wil!
Today, Monday, April 6, from 12:30-1:30 p.m., drop in and visit representatives of the Office of Holistic Advising and the Office of the Registrar to discuss all things scheduling! Hear about course offerings for next semester, learn how you can…
Bring Us Back to Counseling Services!
Thank you all for attending our DIY Plants and Ice Cream Bar event last week. We had such a great turnout! You may have noticed our emotional support friends in the Atrium to help us advertise the event. To wrap…
Sagan Writing Center Award – Submissions Due April 16
The annual spring Sagan Writing Center Award is open for submissions! Deadline is April 16, 2026. Graduating Seniors only: Submit your graduate or professional school application essays. 1st Place: $200. 2nd Place: $100. Submit here. (Examples of past winning essays…
Countdown to Commencement – Required for Graduating Seniors!
Countdown to Commencement will be held on Tuesday, April 14. This mandatory event for graduating seniors will be held from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in Merrick 301. Please feel free to stop by at your convenience to complete your…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Meek Leadership Awards – Nominate A Student Today
The Meek Leadership Awards were established with a contribution from Phillip J. Meek and Nancy LaPorte Meek, both 1959 Ohio Wesleyan graduates. OWU graduating seniors who have demonstrated exceptional leadership service during their years at Ohio Wesleyan and show promise to sustain…
Feb. 3 – UGC Open Meeting: Discuss Survey & Recommendations
Dear Colleagues, UGC recently shared its completed report based on the UGC Supplemental Survey on Jan. 20. We invite you to continue discussion of our findings and preliminary recommendations at an open meeting: UGC Open Meeting Tues, Feb. 3 from…
AI and Hyper Personalized Learning Webinar Invitation
Dear Colleagues, AI is transforming the way campuses deliver personalized learning experiences. It enables the early identification of student needs, customizes educational outreach, and facilitates timely interventions. The upcoming webinars will showcase real campus examples of these AI-driven tools in action—and this is your final…
University Classifieds
Dec. 6 10-5 p.m. Open Studio/Gift Sale
Plant/animal/nature themed functional and affordable small gifts hand-made by one of your Biology lab coordinators by day, printmaker and textile artist by night. 66 Mason Ave. in Delaware (near Smith School playground). Please use the side door (no doorbell). Fern…
OWL Camp 2026 Applications Open
Dec. 1-Jan. 31 – OWL Camp 2026 Applications Open The application period for Ohio Wesleyan Learning (OWL) Camp 2026 is now open. OWL Camp is a summer enrichment program for gifted and talented middle school students. Camp Dates • Overnight…
Found – AirPods in the Ham-Wil Upper Chapel
AirPods were found in the upper chapel on the 4th floor of Ham-Wil. Contact William Hayes to claim them: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
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