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Campuswide News & Events
Join Us Oct. 2 for the 10th Anniversary of WOW!
Women of Ohio Wesleyan (WOW), Oct. 2, 5:30-8 p.m. – Celebrate the 10th anniversary of WOW, a community in which OWU alumni and friends learn from each other, gain fresh perspectives, and build their networks. The 10th anniversary celebration features keynote…
Sept. 24 @ 6:30-8 p.m. – Workshop Exploring Nicholas Hill’s Pandemic Portraits
Sept. 24 from 6:30-8 p.m. Ross Museum Workshop: Paper <>Print <> Image <> World: Exploring Nicholas Hill’s Pandemic Portraits with Terry Hermsen This workshop will invite participants to engage with and reflect upon the portraits that Nicholas Hill, from Otterbein…
Sept. 23 – St. Jude Fundraiser at Chipotle
The Delta Delta Delta chapter is raising money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a leading pediatric treatment and research facility dedicated to finding cures and saving children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases, at no cost to their families.…
⭐ Theory-to-Practice Grants (TPGs) – Learn Beyond the Classroom
Turn your idea into a hands-on experience through internships, research, cultural immersion, and more. Find application details on the Theory-to-Practice Grants website. Deadline for applying is Oct. 1, 2026. Questions? Email tpgrants@owu.edu or stop by the IOCP office (Slocum 311). OWU Sponsor: Ohio…
OWU Campus Store – Come Get Your OWU Marching Band Tees!
You asked, we listened! 🎺🥁 New Marching Band Tees have arrived at the bookstore – made for band members, fans, and anyone ready to show some school spirit. Stop by the OWU Campus Store today and grab your Marching Band…
Sept. 24 – Last Day to Withdraw from First-Module Courses
Thursday, Sept. 24, is the last day to Withdraw from first-module courses. Withdrawing from a course is an option when you are certain you are no longer in a position to pass. Questions to Consider Before Withdrawing: Have you talked with your professor and advisor about…
OWU Connection News & Events
🌍 Travel-Learning Courses – One Week Left to Apply!
Visit the TLC website for information about the application and the variety of courses and destinations being offered. The application closes Oct. 1, 2026. Questions? Email international@owu.edu or stop by the IOCP office (Slocum 311). OWU Sponsor: Ohio Wesleyan University…
✔️i-Qubed is Back! Vote Now for Lecture Presenters!
Which professors do you want to hear present 3-minute lectures at Ohio Wesleyan’s upcoming i³ (i-Qubed) event? Vote today through Thursday, Sept. 24! Go online now, or visit our table at Thursday’s OWU Connection Conference. The top vote-getters will present…
Sept. 24 – Black Wall Street in HWCC Atrium
Come learn, network, and shop from local BIPOC-owned businesses and OWU BIPOC student-entrepreneurs during the annual Black Wall Street! Held in the HWCC Atrium from 12 to 2 p.m. Sept. 24, this event is inspired by the legacy of Tulsa,…
🚀 TODAY’S THE DAY! Stop by the Career Fair 🎉🚀
The 2026 Career & Grad School Fair is happening TODAY in the Ham-Wil Atrium & Benes Rooms 🎉. This is your chance to connect with 80+ employers actively recruiting for full-time roles and summer internships. Bring your resume, your questions,…
⭐️Sept. 17 – Career & Grad School Fair!
Looking to explore opportunities, start your career, or discover exciting graduate/professional programs? Located in the Benes Rooms on Sept. 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the 2026 Career and Grad School Fair is the perfect opportunity to meet with…
Sept 18 @ 12 p.m. – Info Session for Study Abroad in Pamplona, Spain
Are you majoring or minoring in Spanish and interested in living with a host family and becoming proficient in Spanish? Consider spending fall semester at the University of Navarra in Pamplona, Spain! Earn 3 credits toward your major or minor,…
Student News & Events
This Friday – Come Meet Latine/Hispanic Faculty and Staff w/ VIVA!
Pan y Cafecitos: Meet OWU’s Latine/Hispanic faculty and staff at the Crider Lounge this Friday at 12 p.m. VIVA, the Latine club on campus, invites you to meet OWU employees who share your cultural backgrounds, language, and traditions. Enjoy hot…
Join the Astronomy Club ⭐🪐🔭
The Astronomy Club is a very relaxed space for students to share their love of the universe. With meetings and occasional trips to Perkins Observatory, this club is low-key and enjoyable for everyone. No previous knowledge of space is required…
Sept. 26 @ 12 p.m. – Watch Party Ohio State vs Illinois
Come gather with fellow fans to watch Ohio State take on Illinois. Kickoff is at 12 p.m., right as The 1842 opens. Come have lunch and watch the game. OWU Sponsor: The 1842 Contact: Anna Pellegrin at appellegrin@owu.edu
SEAL Open Houses @ 94B Rowland Ave., Mon-Tues 7 to 9 p.m.
Are you interested in living in a SLU (small-living unit) next year? Curious what SEAL specifically is all about? Come take a tour of 94B and get to hear from current house members about their experiences. Also, learn about opportunities…
Today – DIY Fall Globes
Join Hall Council on Sept. 23 anytime between 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the Smith Hall Connector Lounge on the 2nd floor for the opportunity to create your own Fall Globe. Come and enjoy time with friends while tapping…
Oct. 1 – OWU Environment & Sustainability Labs Host Open House
Students interested in environment and sustainability applications and hands-on learning are invited to visit three research and teaching laboratories on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, from 12 to 1 p.m. in the Schimmel/Conrades Science Center, second floor. The SWIRL, ALOE, and…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Seeking November Information for OWU Events Calendar, Media Release
As you schedule events open to the general public, please share details for Ohio Wesleyan’s online events calendar and monthly media release. Monthly public events calendars typically are posted online and emailed to news media, community groups, and local schools…
Professor Emeritus Marty Hipsky Passes Away
We are sad to report that Martin A. Hipsky Jr., Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of English, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 14, 2026, at his home in New Haven, Connecticut. He was 62. Dr. Hipsky joined the Ohio Wesleyan faculty in…
Faculty – Share Your Thoughts About the Honors Program
Please join us for a casual conversation about the Honors Program. We will meet in Merrick 203 on Tuesday, Sept. 22, and in Merrick 202 on Wednesday, Sept. 23. Both meetings will be “come and go,” and take place from…
University Classifieds
Found – Trekking Poles in Ham-Wil
A pair of trekking poles were found in Ham-Wil. Email William Hayes to claim them: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsor: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
Say ‘Congratulations’ to Bob Beneke!
Congratulations to Bob Beneke, boiler operator/controls technician for OWU Facilities, for winning the Hartford Fair Figure 8 Demo Derby this week. After winning his first heat, Bob advanced to the feature race and was first to cross the finish line…
Final Markdowns on Clearance at the OWU Bookstore! $1-$5
Final markdowns have been taken on clearance merchandise! Most items are between $1 and $5! Sizes are limited and available only while supplies last. Look for the orange stickers. Stock up on OWU merch at these unbeatable prices. OWU Sponsoring…
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