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Campuswide News & Events
April 19 from 10-1 – Slocum Reading Room, Hobson Library, Other Offices Closed for the Inauguration
Slocum Reading Room will be available to view the inauguration for anyone with mobility issues or who needs additional seating if Gray Chapel fills. Hobson Library and many other campus offices will be closed during this time to allow everyone…
April 19 @ Noon – Inauguration Celebration
Join the campus community and guests for this celebration on the JAYwalk! Enjoy music, amazing food, a photo booth, and OWU giveaways! Time: 12-2 p.m. April 19 Ticket Cost: Free for all faculty, staff, and students! RSVP at owu.edu People who…
Share Your Perspective on Sexual Assault and the Campus Climate!
The University would like to know more about perceptions of OWU’s campus climate, students’ perceptions of how OWU responds to sexual assaults, and experiences with unwanted sexual contact or sexual assault during their time at OWU. We are writing now…
April 22 @ Noon – Spaces in Spirituality
What is interfaith? Why is interfaith? Where is interfaith? All of us have experienced spirituality in one way or another – the feeling that there is something greater than ourselves. We invite you to share your experiences in a collaborative digital project.…
April 19 @ 10 a.m. – Inauguration of Matthew P. vandenBerg, Ed.D.
It’s here! The featured event we’ve been leading up to all week! Wear your inauguration T-shirt and bring your Bishop pride! This won’t be like an inauguration you’ve seen before. You do not want to miss it! Location: University Hall…
April 19 & 20 @ 7:30 p.m. – Last Chance To See ABSOLUTE ZERO!
Did you miss the first week of Absolute Zero? No problem! We still have two more shows this Friday and Saturday, April 19 and 20 @ 7:30 p.m. on the Chappelear Drama Center Main Stage! This is the first fully…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
Space in Self-Care for Creatives Course (THEA 399) – Come Play!
THEA 399: Coordinating Artistic Mental Health: Cultivating Practices of Care for Creative Professionals — a .5 credit bi-term course — takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10-11:50 a.m. and still has space! Course Description: Many college students can trace a clear…
March 20 – Student Chill Night: Button Making @ The Ross
Thursday, March 20, from 6-9 p.m. Join us for button making! You can draw your own or bring magazines and printouts to make into buttons to wear! We will be making buttons from 6-9 p.m. at The Ross Museum, as…
March 19 @ 6 p.m. – Movie Night at the Museum: Persepolis
Come enjoy a free movie and popcorn at The Ross Museum, courtesy of Art Bridges. We’re showing Perseopolis as part of our Culture Push Film Series! 6 p.m. show time. Bring a pillow or beanbag and chill out down in…
Final Reminder: Job Opportunity for Graduating Seniors – President’s Office!
Ready your resumes, seniors! The Office of the President is once again offering a full-time, paid postgraduate position to one qualified senior beginning in late May 2025. For one year, the Postgraduate Assistant will work directly with OWU leaders to…
OWU Esports is Expanding Fall 2025! Express Your Interest Today!
OWU Esports is looking to add new titles to the Varsity Program! For Fall 2025, we are looking to enlist current students to field teams in these new games! Fill out this form to express your interest in any of…
March 19 – Thinking of Starting a Startup? Learn from the Experts!
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur? Curious about AI, startups, or the future of tech? This is your chance to hear from two game-changing innovators who have built their own companies and mentored countless startups! Meet the Founders: Dan Murray –…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Seeking January & February Information for OWU Events Calendars
As you finalize plans for January and February events that will be open to the general public, please share details for inclusion in Ohio Wesleyan’s monthly events calendars for news media. Monthly calendars typically are shared with media, community groups,…
Former Faculty Member Jann Ichida Passes Away
We are sad to share that former OWU faculty member Jann Machotka Ichida passed away Nov. 8. She was 82. Jann worked at Ohio Wesleyan for nearly 50 years, serving as an Environmental Health and Safety expert and an adjunct…
STAR and Spark Awards: Nominations Open – Due Nov. 17
Do you have a staff colleague who beams with Bishop Pride, is hard-working, supportive, positive, and always on their A-Game?! We encourage you to nominate them for the prestigious OWU STAR (Special Thanks and Recognition) Award. To learn more about…
University Classifieds
Rings Found in University Hall
Some rings have been found in University Hall. Please claim your jewelry in University Hall Rm. 107. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Academic Affairs. Contact: Andrea Ryan at amryan@owu.edu
S’well Bottle Found in RW Corns
Pink Snakeskin S’well Bottle found in RW Corns. Please claim your bottle in the Department of Economics and Business. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU/The Department of Economics and Business Contact: Lori Lucas at lalucas@owu.edu
S’well Bottle Found in RW Corns
Pink Snakeskin S’well Bottle found in RW Corns. Please claim your bottle in the Department of Economics and Business. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU/The Department of Economics and Business Contact: Lori Lucas at lalucas@owu.edu
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