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Campuswide News & Events

Historic OWU Volumes Return After Conservation Work

Four historically significant volumes have recently returned to OWU Libraries’ Special Collections after undergoing professional conservation: Ohio Wesleyan University Record Book of Criticisms: School of Oratory (1901-1906 & 1906-1909 – 2 vol.) A History of Zeta Tau Alpha, 1898-1948. Perkins Hall…

OWU Daily Returns to M-F Publication on Aug. 4

The OWU Daily will return to Monday-Friday publication beginning Monday, Aug. 4, to help you share important information with the campus community. Please note, however, incoming first-year and transfer students won’t begin receiving the Daily until their first day of…

Campus Operations Notification: Fire Alarm Testing

Between July 21 and 25, the OWU Facilities Office will conduct state-required tests on building fire alarm systems throughout campus. If your building is affected by the fire alarm tests, you do not need to evacuate, but please note that…

Gordon Field House Closed for Renovations

Gordon Field House will be closed until further notice for donor-funded renovations, including a new floor surface, garage doors with windows, lighting, and paint. The Field House is expected to reopen near the start of fall semester. Thank you. Source:…

Library’s New Services Platform is Now Live

OWU’s new library services platform, OWUSearch, is now live. You can access the new search from the library home page or the direct link provided. Library staff still have some major work in the weeks ahead to get it ready for fall semester,…

OWU Connection News & Events

TODAY @ Noon – Bishop Launch Program Info Session #1

Career Connection’s Bishop Launch Program is designed to help you become a Confident, Competent, and Competitive internship and job seeker. Come to the info session today, April 2, from noon to 12:30 p.m. in Slocum 201 and find out more…

Explore the Career Connection Virtual Career Center!

The Career Connection Virtual Career Center is your go-to resource for all things career-related at Ohio Wesleyan University. Accessible at , this website provides you with 24/7 self-guided career support by giving you a wide range of tools and resources…

Spring Student Symposium – Apply Now!

Applications are now open for the 2025 Spring Student Symposium! The annual Spring Student Symposium will be held on Thursday, April 17, from 4:10-6 p.m. in Merrick Hall. The Spring Student Symposium showcases Connection Experiences from across the academic spectrum…

Drop-In Hours for Resumes and Cover Letters!- Career Connection

Do you have questions about building your resume, writing a cover letter, or formatting one? Are you seeking guidance on networking, job searching, or other career-related issues? If so, a Career Connection Drop-In appointment could be just what you need! The…

Spring Student Symposium – Apply Now!

Applications are now open for the 2025 Spring Student Symposium! The annual Spring Student Symposium will be held on Thursday, April 17, from 4:10-6 p.m. in Merrick Hall. The Spring Student Symposium showcases Connection Experiences from across the academic spectrum…

Student News & Events

Sept. 11 from 4-6 p.m. – St. Peter’s @ OWU Outreach

Join us in the lobby of Simpson Querrey Fitness Center for giveaways of drinks, snacks, and school supplies.  This is a monthly event on the second Thursday of each month. We will also be available for discussion and prayer requests.…

Sept. 15 @ 12 p.m. – Crafting Cultura: DIY Keychain Event

Join us in Merrick on Monday, Sept. 15, from 12-1 p.m. to kick off Latiné Heritage Month. We will provide all the charms, beads, and clasps necessary to make custom keychains inspired by traditional Latiné flags and decorations. In addition,…

TODAY @ Noon – Performative Male Contest on the JAYwalk

Come and be as performative as possible; we’re talking matcha, vinyl, totes, baggy clothes. Top three performative males win vinyl, including Lana Del Rey and others! Performative women and NBs also welcome! No need to RSVP, just show up and…

Today, Sept. 9 – Honors Ice Cream Social

Join the Honors Board for an ice cream social TODAY, Sept. 9, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in Merrick 301. This is a great opportunity to meet fellow honors program members! Please RSVP using the form link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKtTeDPH0J6YoUqRfMN8nHOQ7VXm4qxgenHUKHUphe-YDpZw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=113339496703696101481 OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…

Sept. 11 @ 6 p.m. – Sticker Making Chill Night

Make your own stickers at the Ross Art Museum using our sticker-making machine. Join us from 6-8 p.m. with snacks! Sticker Making Chill Night Date: 2025-09-11 Time: 6-8 p.m. Location: Richard M. Ross Art Museum OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art…

Faculty/Staff News & Events

Aug. 14 – Opening Convocation is around the corner!

We’re getting ready – are you? All Faculty & Staff are invited to walk in the processional, sit together in the front seating section during the Aug. 14 Convocation ceremony, and form the First Lap tunnel. Wear your regalia or OWU gear.…

Aug. 18 & 19 – Bishop Way Volunteer Request

Once again, we are seeking staff and faculty volunteers to serve as Bishop Way small group facilitators for our incoming first-year students on Monday, Aug. 18, and Tuesday, Aug. 19. Your role will be key in guiding small group discussions on important topics like…

Professor Emeritus Dick Smith Passes Away

We are sad to report that Richard “Dick” Williams Smith, Ph.D., a 36-year Ohio Wesleyan professor of history, passed away on July 1, 2025. He was 101. Complete obituary information is available online, and in it, his family shares: Dr.…

University Classifieds

Missing Calculator

I’m missing my gray TI 84 Plus calculator graphing calculator. If found, please contact me at taberko@owu.edu. Thank you. Contact: Tera Berko at taberko@owu.edu

FOUND: Headphones and AirPods case (blue)

FOUND: In Elliott Hall, a set of headphones was found on Jan. 28, 2025.  Also, a blue AirPods case was found last week.  If these belong to you, please come to Elliott Hall 110 or 205 and see Deb. OWU…

Rings Found in Slocum Restroom

Did you leave rings in a Slocum Hall restroom? Please stop by the IOCP to describe the items and claim them. Thank you! Source: Office of International and Off-Campus Programs


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