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Campuswide News & Events
April 8 @ 8 p.m. – OWU Chamber Orchestra Performance
On Tuesday, April 8, at 8 p.m., the OWU Chamber Orchestra will perform in Gray Chapel. Under the direction of Deborah Price, the group will perform sections by Édouard Nanny, Carl Nielsen, J.S. Bach, and more. The concert will feature…
Tornado Safety Information
With spring’s unstable weather, please take time to review basic tornado safety information. Ohio Wesleyan will send out an OWU Alert emergency message only in the event of a tornado warning when immediate action is required. The University will not…
April 8 @ 2:30 p.m. – “The Politics of Bureaucracy and the Fall of Rome” with Dr. Marion Kruse
Classics will host guest speaker Dr. Marion Kruse, who will give a talk titled “The Politics of Bureaucracy and the Fall of Rome.” Tuesday, April 8, at 2:30 p.m. in SCSC 151. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Classics Contact: Hank Blume at…
Bishops for Bishops 2025 Begins Monday!
The ball is in your court to support the Battling Bishops by being a part of Bishops for Bishops 2025, tipping off April 7-10! Bishops for Bishops is OWU’s annual Athletics giving campaign, raising support for our 23 varsity teams.…
April 6 @ 2 p.m. – Sandro Bruni Memorial
The Chaplain’s Office would like to invite the OWU Community to a Celebration of Life for Alessandro “Sandro” Bruni ’25, who recently passed away after an extended battle with cancer. We will be gathering to view the livestream of Sandro’s…
April 8 @ 4:15 p.m. – Poetry Reading & Conversation with Aza Pace & Julia Kolchinsky
The Department of English and the Ruth Davies Lecture Series will welcome a Poetry Reading & Conversation with Aza Pace and Julia Kolchinsky on Tuesday, April 8, from 4:15-5:15 p.m. in the Milligan Room of Slocum Hall. Aza Pace is the author of Her Terrible Splendor, winner…
OWU Connection News & Events
The Required OWU Connection Experience: Info Session Feb. 7 for OWU Students
Want to learn how to fulfill your General Education Connection Experience (GenEd CX)? Join us in 201 Slocum this Friday, Feb. 7 (12:10-1 p.m.)! While munching on free pizza, we’ll explain everything you need to know about: The four steps…
TODAY! Summer on the Cuyahoga Internship Info Session
SOTC is an intensive PAID summer internship experience in Cleveland. Typically 5-8 OWU students participate each summer. Why is SOTC great: Over 40 employers (business and non-profit) offer opportunities for students in a wide variety of majors. HOUSING IS FREE…
Feb. 6 @ 11:30 a.m. – Career Connection Employer Spotlight
Career Opportunity Alert! Looking to kickstart your career or land a killer internship? Don’t miss the Employer Spotlight happening Feb. 16, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the HWCC Atrium! Employers and graduate programs on hand will include:…
Feb. 3-6 – Shape Your Future: Career Coaching Week
The Career Connection Office is thrilled to welcome several outstanding alumni and friends to campus during the week of Feb.3-6, 2025. They will be here to assist you with your career needs, including mock interviews, resume prep, interviewing skills, and…
Feb. 5 @ Noon – My Major Doesn’t Sound Like a Job Title
Have you ever been asked, “What will you do with THAT major?” When a job or internship says “open to students in all majors,” do you stress about how to demonstrate relevant and transferrable skillsets? On Wednesday, Feb. 5, noon –…
Save the Date! – Spring Connection Conference
Feb. 27, 2025, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – The Spring Connection Conference is one month away! Take this day of instruction to engage in advising and mentorship opportunities to help you make your OWU Connection, connect with employers at…
Student News & Events
Learn to play, or keep playing, percussion and drums at OWU!
The OWU Percussion Ensemble is looking for students who played percussion in high school and who are interested in playing again! We’ve been slowly growing over the past few years, and with more members, we can tackle more exciting repertoire…
April 12 @ Noon – Poochella!🐾
Join Pet Pals club for our event Poochella on Saturday, April 12, from noon to 4 p.m. on the JAYwalk! There will be pet vendors, animal rescues & charities, inflatables, local food trucks, a henna booth, a photo booth, a…
April 9 @ 2 p.m. – Fitton Prize Paper Award Submission Deadline
Are you eligible? The Sociology & Anthropology Department awards the Emily Fitton Prize Paper Award (this is a monetary award!) to a student who completes the outstanding research paper in a sociology/anthropology course. This is open to students of any…
April 19 @ 4 p.m. – Rafiki’s Fake Wedding in Merrick
Get ready to immerse yourself in Edo, Nigeria’s vibrant culture and traditions! We are excited to invite you to an unforgettable experience as we celebrate a traditional Edo Nigerian wedding on campus. April 19 at 4 p.m. on Merrick 3rd…
Are you interested in Latin American Studies?
Are you interested in Latin America and want to learn more about its culture, history, politics, art, and economy? Did you know that OWU now offers a Latin American and Latine Studies major and minor? The new (revised) major and minor will…
April 11 @ 4 p.m. – Ribs & Rhythm Roundup
Want to learn country line dances and eat some catered food? Join us in the Stuyvesant Milligan Hub for some dancing, food, tie-dyeing, and fun games, like a whipped-cream-eating contest! Hope to see you all there this Friday (April 11)…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
TIAA Individual Financial Counseling Sessions
Now Scheduling (in-person) Appointments — additional dates available! Faculty and Staff can receive retirement counseling appointments on the OWU campus with the University’s TIAA representative, Brady Nolan. No matter where you are in life – just getting started or planning…
March 18 @ Noon – Lunch & Learn: Hear from the Pros in Print Services and Central Receiving
Please join us for the next OWU Lunch & Learn, “The Ink-redible Things Print Services Can Do” and “OWU’s Central Receiving Delivers … Sharing Best Practices.” It will take place on Tuesday, March 18, at 12-1 p.m. in Merrick 301 with tables for…
First Library System Freeze Starts March 28
When: March 28-April 26, 2025 What: This freeze will impact our ability to add or change resource records in CONSORT. Impact to Users: Any new, physical items received during this time will be unavailable for general use Ebooks can still be…
University Classifieds
Admission Hiring Event Ambassadors
Ohio Wesleyan’s Admission Office is hiring Event Ambassadors! This is a great opportunity to show off your love for OWU and help pass that on to future students. For more information and to apply, visit OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Admission…
Found: Coral-Colored Water Bottle
A coral-colored water bottle with star stickers was left in the IOCP lobby, Slocum 311. It’s currently at the front mentor desk! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact: Andrea Ryan at iocp@owu.edu
Ohio Wesleyan Women’s Basketball Raffle
Ohio Wesleyan Women’s Basketball is holding a raffle/fundraiser for our upcoming season! The winner of the raffle will have the opportunity to choose from 4 different experiences such as seeing Caitlin Clark play, attending a Pro Sports game, going to…
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