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Campuswide News & Events
Ohio’s Distracted Driving Law Now in Effect
No more warnings! You can now be pulled over and ticketed if you are texting and driving. This is now a primary offense. The fine can be up to $150 for a first offense, then up to $250 for a…
Oct. 19 @ 7 p.m. – Spanish Performance: By Night they Killed Him
In this adaptation of Lope de Vega’s El caballero de Olmedo / The Knight from Olmedo, two stories intersect: In the first one, Don Alonso sets out on horseback from Medina del Campo to Olmedo, and in the second, a young motorcyclist takes…
Oct. 10 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar Series with Dr. Kristen Fussell
Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Dr. Kristen Fussell (OWU ’03), Associate Director Ohio Sea Grant & Stone Laboratory: “Ohio Sea Grant and OSU’s Stone Laboratory: Research, Education, and Outreach for the State.” Free and open…
OPENING NIGHT! 365 days/365 plays
The OWU Department of Performing Arts is performing 365 Days/365 Plays by Suzan Lori-Parks starting TONIGHT in Chappelear Drama Center at 7:30 p.m.! The remaining show dates will continue throughout the weekend: Oct. 6 at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 7 at…
IT’S TODAY! @ 4:15 p.m. – Celebrate Our Newest Endowed Chairs
We invite everyone to join us TODAY to celebrate these faculty being appointed to endowed chairs! Dr. Mark Allison – The Charles M. Weis Professorship in English Dr. Ashley Biser – The Charles W. Fairbanks Chair in Politics & Government…
Oct. 6 – Ross Museum Open Late for First Friday
We’re open late for you to see our current exhibitions this First Friday! On view now: Personal to Political, Celebrating African American Artists of the 20th and 21st Centuries, through Oct. 29, 2023. Abstract Art: from the Permanent Collection, through…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
Oct. 25 @ 2:10 p.m. – One-Act Play Auditions
Interested in doing some theatre but don’t have a lot of time to commit to a lengthy rehearsal process? The Fall 2024 directing class has a great opportunity for you! This year the directing class is presenting three fully staged…
Oct. 29 & Nov. 5 – Join Us for a Stained Glass Class with Pia Douglas!
We are excited to announce a wonderful opportunity to explore your creative side with a stained glass class led by renowned artist Pia Douglas. This class is facilitated by the OWL Program at Ohio Wesleyan University and is open to…
Oct. 29 @ Noon – The Precision of Word Choice and Poetry: A Workshop
Professor Bair and the Communication Student Board present an inspiring workshop: “The Precision of Word Choice and Poetry: A Workshop!” Discover the magic of precise language and how it can transform your communication skills. Refine your language skills, deepen your understanding of how word choice impacts communication, and enhance both your professional and personal interactions with newfound insights Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your verbal game. Let’s make every word count! Oct.…
Oct. 25 – Last Chance! Venom: The Last Dance @ the Strand
Reserve your tickets to see “Venom: The Last Dance” with the Honors Board and Rafiki on Friday, Oct. 25, at the Strand Theatre. The movie will start around 5 – 5:30 p.m. and last 2 hours. Tickets are free and include…
Oct. 25 @ 7 p.m. – DZ Dodgeball
Join the members of the Delta Zeta Sorority as they host a dodgeball tournament to raise money for the Starkey Hearing Foundation! The cost for participation is $20 for a group of five people. This event will be Friday, Oct.…
Oct. 24 @ 7:30 p.m. – CoW House Project!
Join CoW this Thursday at 7:30 p.m. for Rhys’s House Project and a showing of the film Fancy Dance (2023)! Bring your friends, enjoy snacks, and discuss the history of Indigenous American dance! This House Project will be taking place…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Early Childhood Center Enrolling Now for the 2022-2023 School Year
The Early Childhood Center is a part-time preschool/pre-K program for children ages 3-5, located here on campus. Registration is now open for the 2022-2023 school year. Children of faculty-staff receive priority for enrollment as long as the registration form is…
Meek Leadership Awards – Nominate Today
The Meek Leadership Awards were established in 1997 with a contribution from Phillip J. Meek and Nancy LaPorte Meek, both 1959 OWU graduates. OWU seniors who have demonstrated exceptional leadership service during their years at Ohio Wesleyan and show promise…
A Big Thank You
I would like to thank everyone who called, stopped by, and sent/dropped off cards with regards to my retirement. It was very much appreciated to know that I was able to be a part of providing you with the service…
University Classifieds
Glasses Found
A pair of rose-gold framed glasses were found in University Hall’s main-floor bathroom. Please stop by Univ Rm 107 (Provost Office) to claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Provost Office. Contact: Andrea Ryan at amryan@owu.edu
Glasses Found
A pair of rose-gold framed glasses were found in University Hall’s main-floor bathroom. Please stop by Univ Rm 107 (Provost Office) to claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Provost Office. Contact: Andrea Ryan at amryan@owu.edu
Roommate Needed
Two bedroom apartment on campus. Looking for a female roommate (NON-STUDENT). About $460/month utilities included. No pets. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: self Contact: Tanya Hatton at tlhatton@owu.edu
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