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Campuswide News & Events
Campus Operations Notification: Parking Lot Closures Scheduled
Temporary parking lot closures are scheduled between Monday, June 15 and Friday, June 26, 2026. Purpose: Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) evaluations ahead of upcoming solar panel installations. Please be advised that several campus parking lots will experience temporary, single-day closures…
OWL Program Updates
As we launch into OWL Camp 2026, I wanted to inform you of some bittersweet leadership updates. As you may have heard, we will bid a fond farewell to Josie Bair at the end of June as she pursues an…
OWU Daily Summer Publication Schedule
Thank you for a great year! The OWU Daily will be published once a week on Mondays between May 11 and Aug. 3, with daily publication resuming Aug. 10. (If the University is closed for a Monday holiday during these…
Beginning Monday, May 18 – Summer Hours for the Hobson Library
The summer hours can be viewed on the library’s website at Updates or changes to these hours will also be posted to the hours page on our website. Slocum Reading Room is available 24/7 for study and printing with card…
May 7 – Line Campus Today: Class of 2026’s Final Lap @ 4:45 p.m.!
It’s time to celebrate the Class of 2026! Join us for the Final Lap TODAY, May 7. Faculty, staff, and fellow Bishops are encouraged to line both sides of the Slocum walkway and the JAYwalk as we cheer on the…
May 8 – Come Celebrate our Phi Beta Kappa Initiates
The initiation of the Class of 2026 Phi Beta Kappa initiates will take place this Friday, May 8, from 10:30 a.m. to noon in Gray Chapel. All are welcome and encouraged to attend to celebrate this great achievement. The new…
OWU Connection News & Events
🚨TODAY! OWU Connection Conference!
The Connection Conference is HERE! It’s a day of learning and exploration! Come see and hear how our students have researched big questions, given back to the community through sustained service, traveled and engaged with different cultures, explored potential career…
🌟Working Career Lab Today: Career Fair Drop-Ins
Career Fair Prep Drop-In Day #2 Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 | 9 a.m. -1 p.m. Slocum Hall Gear up for the Career Fair with drop-in support! Stop by for resume reviews, elevator pitch practice, and tips to help you make…
Interested in Studying Abroad and Theory-to-Practice Grants
If you’re interested in studying abroad or applying for a Theory-to-Practice Grant (TPG), attend the Connection Conference sessions: Japan (9 a.m., SCSC 211), Italy (1 p.m., Merrick 204), Upcoming Travel Learning Courses (10 a.m., SCSC 163), Affordability Abroad (11 a.m.,…
TODAY Drop-Ins to Prep for the Spring Career Fair Thursday!
The big day is almost here – and we’re ready to help you shine ✨ 📝 Drop in for resume & fair prep TODAY from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m in Slocum 207! Stop by to polish your resume, practice…
Connection Conference – This Thursday!
Calling All Bishops! Our annual OWU Connection Conference is taking place on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Spring Connection Conference will showcase student Connection Experiences on and off campus, advising and peer mentoring, the Career…
🍿TODAY! All-Day Career Fair Drop-Ins to Prep for Thursday!
🎉 It’s Career Fair Week at OWU! 🎉 Looking to start your career or land a summer internship? We’ve got you covered! Stop by anytime today for resume help, career fair prep, and yes … FREE snacks & popcorn 🍿✨ Slocum 207! Then join…
Student News & Events
Looking for Pre-Med Shadowing Opportunities? Join MAPS!
The purpose of MAPS is to support pre-medical students from backgrounds that have been historically excluded in medicine throughout their journey to medical school by providing information, mentorship, and other extracurricular opportunities to prepare them for the medical school application…
Missing a Water Bottle, a Pair of Crocs, or Other?
The 1842 has a Lost and Found behind the desk near main entrance. If you are missing an item, ask our staff to check our Lost and Found. OWU Sponsor: The 1842 Contact: Anna Pellegrin at appellegrin@owu.edu
Late Night Dining Moves Back to The 1842!
Social Eats at The 1842 will open for late night dining starting tonight! Late Night Dining Hours Monday-Thursday – 6 p.m.-12 a.m. Friday – 6 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Saturday – 12 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Sunday – 12 p.m.-12 a.m. Menu Take a…
Join the Dining Committee!
Interested in helping to shape the dining program? Apply to serve on the 2026-2027 Dining Committee! You’ll provide feedback, explore new ideas, try new things, and talk with the Harvest Table and Dining Services team. The committee meets monthly with…
Sept. 8 @ 6 p.m. Join OWU Rugby’s First Practice!
Join OWU’s very own rugby team. NO EXPERIENCE is needed to come try rugby. Join a fun and close-knit team and make some new friends that will last the rest of your time at OWU. Practices are every Tuesday and…
Meet & Greek
This is your chance to explore Fraternity and Sorority Life at Ohio Wesleyan! Meet current members, learn about our organizations, ask questions, and discover the friendships, leadership opportunities, service, and campus involvement FSL has to offer. Fraternity Night: Thursday, Sept.…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Summer Hours for Central Receiving
Central Receiving’s summer hours will begin Monday, May 18, through Friday, July 31, 2026. The hours will be Mondays-Thursdays from 7:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and Fridays (for receiving packages) from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. This is for all Staff/Faculty/Academic packages. If you…
May 7 @ 4:45 p.m. – Line Campus to Celebrate the Class of 2026’s Final Lap!
It’s time to celebrate the Class of 2026! Join us for the Final Lap on Thursday, May 7. Faculty and staff are encouraged to line both sides of the Slocum walkway and the JAYwalk as we cheer on the Class…
Faculty / Staff Partners at Camp Oh-Wooo
Please complete this form to express your interest in volunteering to be a faculty/staff partner for our Camp Oh-Wooo program. Camp Oh-Wooo runs Friday, Aug. 21 – Sunday, Aug. 23. Fac/Staff partners connect and form relationships with incoming new students…
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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