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Campuswide News & Events
Compassion as a Virtue: The Bodhisattva Ideal in Buddhist Ethics
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 15, from 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. Come listen and learn about the Buddhist ethics from John Hacker-Wright, a philosophy professor at the University of Guelph. Hacker-Wright’s research focuses on virtue ethics, moral psychology, and…
April 30 – Change to Google Meet Video Recordings
Currently, Google Meet video recordings do not allow viewers to download or copy them by default unless the recording owner explicitly allows it. Starting April 30, 2026, Google will change this default for future recordings. Moving forward, recording owners will need to manually…
TODAY – Psi Chi Induction and Guest Speaker at 4:30 p.m.
Join the Psychology Department and Psychology Student Board this afternoon at 4:30 p.m. in Merrick 301 for the Psi Chi induction ceremony, followed by guest speaker Dr. Morgan Cope. Dr. Cope will be giving a talk titled, Love Actually? Debunking…
Saturday, April 11 – Fine Arts Senior Reception
Come celebrate with the Senior Fine Arts students at their Roots exhibition, Rod Bouc’s Transitory Spaces, and The New Slaves of Europe, curated by curatorial assistant Lilly Colbeck ’27, opening reception: Saturday, April 11, from 5-7 p.m. There will be…
Now – April 17: Biology & Chemistry Department T-Shirt Sale!
The OWU Biology and Chemistry Student Boards are selling department T-shirts! T-shirts will be available to order online till April 17. Crew necks, different t-shirt styles, and sweatshirts are available. All proceeds will help the student boards plan events for…
Common Ground Free Store Donation Drive: SEAL SLU House Project
From April 6-17, we are collecting personal hygiene items for Common Ground Free Store. Items such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and razors are in high demand and are requested. Donations can be dropped off in collection bins by the…
OWU Connection News & Events
APPLY NOW! Pitch OWU and Big Problem Challenge
Applications close Friday, Feb. 13, for Pitch OWU and Big Problem Challenge. Both competitions occur during the OWU Connection Conference on Feb. 26 and embody the spirit of entrepreneurship and solving community problems. The winner of each competition will receive…
The Young/Gatz Academic Emergency Medicine Fellowship (Summer 2026)
The Young/Gatz Academic Emergency Medicine Fellowship is a new opportunity for students intending to pursue Medical School. Students will have the opportunity to work alongside an OWU alumnus, David Gatz (Class of 2010), M.D., an emergency physician and assistant professor…
Spring Connection Conference! Mark Your Calendar – Map Your Day
The Spring Connection Conference will be held on campus on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Remember, on this day of alternative instruction, normal classes don’t meet. This draft schedule will help you with preliminary planning around…
2026 Summer Scholarship & Research Program – Applications Now Open
Ready to dive into original, collaborative research and scholarship this summer? Applications are now open for Ohio Wesleyan’s 10-week Summer Scholarship & Research Program (SSRP). Work side by side with OWU faculty mentors on projects from departments across the institution—projects…
Seniors: Real Life 101: My Wellness Practice
Join the Bishop Way team for a wellness session designed specifically for seniors to navigate the transition from campus life to their post-graduation journey. We’ll discuss potential stressors as well as on-campus and community resources to help build your own…
Grant Application NOW OPEN! Blaine E. Grimes Summer Internship
Have a summer internship? Want up to $2,000 while you intern? Applications for the Blaine E. Grimes Summer Internship Grant are NOW OPEN! Click here to apply. Sponsored by The Woltemade Center, the Blaine E. Grimes Grant Program is available to Ohio Wesleyan students studying Economics, Management Economics, Quantitative Economics,…
Student News & Events
Apply for OFIC-Administered Scholarships
Here are several 2026-2027 scholarship opportunities overseen by the Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges: Ohio Scholars Program Deadline May 1. Award amounts vary. Be an Ohio resident. US Citizen. Be a full-time undergraduate student during the full 2026-2027 academic year.…
OWU’s Mortar Board is Looking for New Members!
Mortar Board is a national honor society recognizing college juniors and seniors for their exemplary scholarship, leadership, and service. Please utilize the link below to apply and message President Vincent Sack if you have any questions! (vjsackii@owu.edu). OWU Sponsoring…
Apply for a Fall Leadership Experience
Leadership is more than just a title—it’s a practice. The Nancy Bihl Rutkowski Leadership Fellowship brings together a cohort of OWU students ready to dive into the “why” and “how” of making an impact. The Nancy Bihl Rutkowski Leadership Fellowship…
Calling All COMM Majors!
The new member application for the Communication Student Board has been extended to Monday, April 6, at 11:59 p.m.! On this board, members participate in faculty evaluations, plan communication events, participate in admissions events, help with faculty searches, and help…
Last Chance to Hoorah!
Today is your last chance to submit to the OWU student-run zine One Last Hoorah! You can submit: 3 Visual Art 2k Words of Fiction/Prose (including erotica/fanfic) 4 Pages of Poetry 2k Words of Nonfiction 6 Pages of Script (play,…
April 23 @ 6 p.m. – COMM End-of-Year Celebration
Join us for the Communication End-of-Year Celebration on April 23 from 6-8 p.m. in the Benes Rooms! We invite students of all majors to come celebrate with us. Communication graduates will receive their cords at this special event. Enjoy catered…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Academic Honesty Policy Open Meetings
Kira Bailey and Vicki DiLillo will host two open meetings to solicit feedback about OWU’s current Academic Honesty policy. Feedback will inform the policy revision. We hope to see you there! Meeting Times and Locations: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 4:10 p.m.-5…
Changing Exterior Door Locks on Academic Buildings, Collecting Keys
Thank you for your positive feedback on the swipe/tap card readers now used to enter OWU’s academic buildings and on our ongoing work to improve campus security. Beginning Feb. 17, we will continue this initiative and, as announced in August,…
Apply Now! Student Assistantship (StAP) and Legacy Proposals for 2026-2027
Would you like to hire a student intern on campus and provide them with hands-on experience in a professional setting? Proposals for the Student Assistantship Program (StAP) and Legacy Internship Program are NOW open for faculty and staff! This is your…
University Classifieds
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
ISO Mending Experts
The Ross Art Museum is in search of expert menders to help others at our Sunday mending circles in 2026. Mending can include sewing, crocheting, and knitting. Please email rmszukala@owu.edu if you are interested. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum…
Found Glasses
Glasses were found in front of Alpha Sig Fraternity House. Please email Molly Grace Lovette if these might be yours, so I can get them to you. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: ResLife Contact: Molly Grace Lovette at mglovette@owu.edu
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