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Campuswide News & Events
Fall Semester Hours for the OWU Libraries
Fall semester hours for the OWU Libraries can be viewed by visiting Updates or changes to these hours will also be posted on the hours page. Welcome back! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan University Contact: Pam Majors at libraries@owu.edu
Campus Operations Notification: Smith Parking Lot Closure for Student Move-In Aug. 14-15
Ohio Wesleyan will welcome first-year students on Thursday during new student move-in. To accommodate the move-in process, the Smith/Hayes parking lot will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday (Aug. 14) and remain closed through Thursday (Aug. 15) until approximately 3 p.m.…
Free Summer on Winter Music Concerts Continue Aug. 21
Main Street Delaware’s 2024 Summer on Winter Concert Series will feature four free monthly concerts running from June to September. All concerts will take place outdoors from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on West Winter Street between North Sandusky and…
Aug. 15 from 6-8 p.m. – Ross Art Museum Opening Reception for the Ohio Art League’s 2024 Fall Juried Exhibition
Join us as we celebrate the opening of the Ohio Art League’s 2024 Fall Juried Exhibition! The Ross Art Museum’s commitment to Ohio art and artists runs deep! Presented at different museums and galleries throughout the state, the OAL exhibit…
Aug. 28 – Overdose Awareness Event @ 11 a.m.; Movie Event at The Strand @ 6:30 p.m.
The Delaware Public Health District’s Project DAWN program is partnering with Drug-Free Delaware, The Strand Theatre, and Ohio Wesleyan to host an Overdose Awareness event on the JAYwalk from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 28 in recognition of Overdose…
Campus Operations Notification: Selby Parking Lot, Science Center Affected by Aug. 9-10 Project
Ohio Wesleyan will welcome a video crew to campus Friday and Saturday for two days of filming. To accommodate the guests, the Selby Stadium parking lot will close at 10 p.m. Thursday and be reserved for the crew’s use until…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
Apply to be a Biology Student Teaching Assistant
Interested in helping to teach a Biology lab next year as a student teaching assistant (TA)? Now is the time to apply! The Department of Biological Sciences is looking for student TAs for BIOL 120, 122, 125, and 315 for…
Global Student Support Circle
Are you an international student adjusting to college life? You are not alone – join our support space! Adjusting to a new culture, managing schoolwork, and finding a community, all while being far from home, can be challenging. Come meet…
Vote Today! WCSA Elections for President/Vice-President & Chief Administrative Officer
VOTE TODAY between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. You can get to Online Voting as follows: 1. Login to 2. Type “vote” 3. Click the “Online Voting” link or use this direct link: For more information on the…
April 16 @ Noon – Play on the JAY: Belonging
Join Residential Life and Bishop Way for this month’s Play on the JAY, all about celebrating belonging! Spread some positivity by decorating affirmation rocks to share with someone at OWU, snag some sweet prizes, and indulge in Crumbl cookies or…
April 11 @ 5:30 p.m. – Interfaith Pious Potluck
A house project designed to bring together different faiths and break bread together! Bring your favorite dish that’s important to your religion, and we’ll share the significance behind it. It will take place in the Interfaith house from 5:30-8 p.m.…
TODAY @ 6 p.m. – Paint and Sip with the Honors Board
Join the Honors Board for pottery painting, mocktails, and appetizers today from 6-8 p.m. in the Stuy Milligan Hub. All are welcome! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Honors Board Contact: Andrew Inamdar at honorsboard@owu.edu
Faculty/Staff News & Events
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…
Join Faculty/Staff Pickleball League
OWU faculty and staff, are you looking for something fun and active to do this spring semester? Join the OWU Pickleball League! We are coordinating an indoor pickleball league at the Pickle Shack this spring. Ideally, it would kick off…
University Classifieds
LOST POSTER IN SMITH!
I forgot a poster right outside of Smith Dining Hall on Saturday morning. It has a castle (top) and a waterfall (bottom). If you see it, please contact me Hanh Phan (htphan@owu.edu). Thank you! Source: Hanh Phan @ htphan@owu.edu.
Lost Keys
LOST: Keys lost on Thursday, September 2. It is a room key, a small mailbox key, and a red stainless steel OWU keychain, on a silver stainless steel key ring. Please contact Ethan McNichols at egmcnichols@owu.edu if found, thank you.…
Lost Keys
LOST: Keys lost on Thursday, September 2nd. It is a room key, a small mailbox key, and a red stainless steel OWU keychain, on a silver stainless steel key ring. Please contact Ethan McNichols at egmcnichols@owu.edu if found, thank you.…
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