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Campuswide News & Events
April 8 from 12-1 p.m. – Flowers, Feelings, and You
Join the Bishop Way on April 8 in the HWCC Atrium from 12-1 p.m. to learn about self-love, self-care, and win free giveaways! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Bishop Way Contact: Mannat Sikand at thebishopway@owu.edu
Better ICE Protocols Now – JOIN YDSA! Fridays at 7 p.m.
YDSA has joined the Ohio Coalition for Academic Freedom, and among all Ohio Five schools, we want our schools to take the ongoing threat of ICE more seriously. Join YDSA at 7 p.m. in Crider Lounge every Friday as we…
April 3 @ 3 p.m. – Japanese Harumatsuri – Spring Festival
The WLC’s Japanese Department and CPB are hosting our annual Harumatsuri or Japanese Spring Festival! At this event, we will be celebrating the arrival of spring with onigiri (rice balls), desserts and drinks, crafts like origami and Ikebana with a…
The Upcycling Center at OWU!
Did you know we have an Upcycling Center right here on campus? The Upcycling Center at OWU is a creative reuse space that accepts donations of items to be reused in creating one-of-a-kind works of art. Is your junk drawer…
April 2 @ 8 p.m. – Trumpet and Percussion Guest Recital
Join us in Jemison Auditorium for a guest performance by Alex Sanso (trumpet) and Francis Favis (percussion) on April 2 at 8 p.m.! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Performing Arts Department Contact: Kayla Bayes at kdbayes@owu.edu
Volunteer at Poochella!🐾
Sign up to volunteer here! Join the students of OWU’s Pet Pals club along with the amazing individuals of Ohio Pet Charities for a PET-astic event. Poochella will be held at the Ohio Wesleyan Frat Hill on April 11 from 12…
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
Extended! Graduating Class Director Applications Accepted Through 6 p.m. Today
The deadline to become the Graduating Class Director has been extended until Tuesday, March 31, at 6 p.m. for seniors. If you want to stay connected to Ohio Wesleyan post-graduation, directly impact the OWU Alumni experience, and gain valuable skills…
Serve It Up for St. Jude – Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser
Pickleball Tournament to raise funds for our philanthropic partner – St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Location: Gordon Fieldhouse Ticket Cost: $10 USD RSVP Information: This fundraising event is open to all organizations (not just Greek)! All you need is a…
April 3 @ 7 p.m. – Novella Night
Come enjoy a Novella with VIVA and SIAC! Have some pizza, yummy snacks, and connect with us! Location: The hill between Hayes & Stuyvesant halls OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: VIVA x SIAC Contact: Rukevwe Diohwo at rdiohwo@owu.edu
Due April 2: WCSA Chief Admin Officer & Senator Intent-to-Run Forms
Due to not receiving enough intent-to-run forms to hold a contested election by the original deadline for the positions of Chief Administrative Officer (secretary & PR chair), and Senator, the intent-to-run forms to run for these offices for WCSA (student…
March Madness @ The 1842
Come watch your favorite Men’s and Women’s teams compete. The 1842 will have the NCAA games on each night with the most popular over the sound systems. March Madness games start on March 17 and go through April 6. The…
Apply for the Rice Scholarship to Support Summer Biology Field Courses!
Interested in a biology course not offered at OWU or one that doesn’t fit into your schedule? OWU’s Rice Scholarship provides financial support for students taking summer field courses at biological field stations! Apply to the Rice Scholarship by April…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Temporary Incomplete Grades Due: Feb. 13
Did you assign one or more Temporary Incompletes for your Fall 2025 courses? If so, here is important information you need to know: Students must submit all outstanding work for these course(s) to their instructor(s) by Jan. 30, 2026 (unless…
Early Childhood Center Hosts 26/27 Enrollment Open House on Jan. 24
If you or someone you know is looking for a high-quality early childhood program for children ages 3-5 years old, plan to attend our 2026/2027 enrollment open house on Saturday, Jan. 24, between 10-11:30 a.m. The ECC is located at…
Noon Yoga Starts Jan. 20
Are you able to spare your lunch hours on Tuesdays & Thursdays this Spring semester? If so, I’d love to have you in our on-campus yoga class. All you need to bring is yourself; everything else you need for practice…
University Classifieds
Lost and Found @ Ross Art Museum
The Ross has a few items in its lost and found! If you are missing an NY sweatshirt or a pad of notes, please stop by the museum office to claim them! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth…
Lost and Found – SCSC
Did you lose something in the SCSC building? We have several items in the lost-and-found box located in the SCSC building, Room #201. Some items include clothing, headphones, and water bottles. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: SCSC Contact: Angela Moore at almoore@owu.edu
Lost Item – Tablet in Black Sleeve
I lost an Onyx Boox Note Air 4C recently. It’s a small digital tablet in a black sleeve. The sleeve also had a stylus in the front pocket. If you found it, please contact me at clfink@owu.edu. Thank you! OWU…
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