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Campuswide News & Events
💲2026 State of Ohio Minimum Wage💲
2026 State of Ohio Minimum Wage Effective Jan 1, 2026: Minimum wage increases to $11.00 Any student employee earning below $11.00/hour will automatically be adjusted – no action needed from supervisors. More info: 2026 Ohio Minimum Wage Poster (PDF) If you have any…
Ross Art Museum – Closed Nov. 24-Dec. 1 for Thanksgiving Break
The Ross Art Museum will be closed for Thanksgiving break from Monday, Nov. 24, to Monday, Dec. 1 OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
📅📢Updated 2025 & 2026 Payroll Calendars📢 📅
The 2025 & 2026 Payroll Calendars have been updated to include the timecard due dates. Please take the time to review the new calendars, and if you have any questions, please reach out to the Human Resources department at hr@owu.edu…
Nov. 18 @ 7 p.m. – Hispanic Film Festival Finale
Join us today, Nov. 18, from 7-9 p.m. in Corns 312 for the fourth and final film of the Hispanic Film Festival, Alice Júnior (2019, Brazil). Stick around after the movie for a short discussion. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Department of…
Thanksgiving Break Hours for Hobson Library
Thanksgiving break hours for Hobson Library can be viewed on the library’s website at Any changes to our hours will also be found on our website. The Slocum reading room is available 24/7 for study and printing with card…
Community Craft Night with the Upcycling Center @ Ross Art Museum
Come by the Ross Art Museum on Thursday, Nov. 20 to make some upcycled crafts with the Upcycling Center! Crafting runs from 6-8 p.m. and snacks will be provided. This event is free and open to the public. OWU Sponsoring…
OWU Connection News & Events
🚀Career Resource Hub + $25 Gift Card? 💰
🚀 Career Resource Hub + $25 Gift Card? What Could Be Better?! 💰 Your future’s waiting – and the Career Resource Hub is your 24/7 launchpad! Find internships, explore career tips, and check out our newest blog post, Career Connection…
Disaster Recovery Work over Spring Break – Applications Due Oct. 27
Do good during the week of spring break! One of our spring break service teams will be traveling to Tampa, FL, to do disaster recovery work with SBP, a nonprofit recovery organization founded by an OWU alum. Spring break service…
Today – Mastering Your Pitch, Free Lunch and Workshop
Thursday, Oct. 16, 12-1 p.m., R.W. Corns, 312. In this workshop, you will learn—and practice—fundamental concepts that will greatly help you to pitch your idea for your next business endeavor. We are deliberately holding this event shortly before the U.S.…
TONIGHT! Ace Your Virtual Interview
Are you ready to shine on screen? This workshop will show you how! Register on Handshake to join us tonight, Oct. 15, from 6:45-7:45 p.m., and come away with expert advice and tips to help you: Set up your space…
Oct. 16 – Mastering Your Pitch, Free Lunch and Workshop
Thursday, Oct. 16, 12-1 p.m., R.W. Corns, 312. In this workshop, you will learn—and practice—fundamental concepts that will greatly help you to pitch your idea for your next business endeavor. We are deliberately holding this event shortly before the U.S. Entrepreneurship…
Oct. 16 @ 12 p.m. – Nerdy Approach to Job Seeking
Tired of the same old job-hunting advice? Join us for A Nerdy Approach to Job Seeking, a program that links your favorite geeky passions with practical professional skills. Think of it this way: Dungeons & Dragons isn’t just about rolling dice;…
Student News & Events
Thursday, Feb. 19, from 6-8 p.m. – Chill Night: Sticker Making
Make your own DIY stickers at the Ross Art Museum using our sticker-making machine. Join us from 6-8 p.m. with snacks! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
🎨👕 NISO T-Shirt Design Competition 🎨👕
Hosted by the International & Off-Campus Programs Office (IOCP), this competition gives OWU students the chance to showcase their creativity and help design the official New International Student Orientation (NISO) T-shirt, worn by students welcoming new international classmates to campus.…
Growing Through Grief Support Group
Grief can feel isolating – especially in college, where life keeps moving even when you’re hurting. Counseling Services would like to invite you to attend our Grief & Loss Support Group being held on Wednesdays from 4-5 p.m. Join us…
Executive Functioning Clinical Group
New clinical group just dropped! Have you ever thought you may be neurodivergent? Do you struggle to stay on task or stay organized? Do you procrastinate A LOT? Maybe you hyperfocus on one thing for too long, or experience “time-blindness”?…
Feb. 13 @ 7-9 p.m. – Cuffing Season❤️
Is it love at first sight? Come meet your match for Valentine’s Day through rounds of speed dating and watch sparks fly! The event will be hosted by the Black Student Union on Feb. 13 from 7-9 p.m. in the…
Vintage Furniture Sale! Feb. 14 and 15 from 12-5 p.m.
Looking for some dorm/apartment decor? Stop by the Studio Theatre on Feb. 14 & 15 from 12-5 p.m.! The Studio Theatre is located inside the Chappelear Drama Center (walk in through the door closest to the SLUs and turn right).…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Seeking December 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…
Submit to November News for OWU Families – Oct. 31 deadline
News for OWU Families is accepting posts for the November edition. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by noon on Friday, Oct. 31. We are also accepting posts for the December News…
Today at 9:30 a.m. – Student Employment Supervisor Training (Virtual)
If you have not yet attended a Student Employment Supervisor Training Session and you supervise student workers, don’t miss TODAY’s virtual training session for Supervisors of OWU Student Workers! This training includes important updates & process information from Human Resources…
University Classifieds
Reward of Your Choice for the Return of Scarf
I recently lost a headscarf that is very important to me. It is long and green with tropical floral designs. It is important enough to me that I am willing to consider different kinds of awards. The award could be monetary,…
Apply Today! Curatorial Assistant Ross Art Museum Position!
Interested in a career in museums? Apply for a 2025-26 StAP Curatorial Assistant position with the Ross Art Museum! Students in any major are welcome to apply! For the 2025-26 school year, our curatorial focus is centered on climate change…
Apply Now! 2025-2026 Student Internships with Annual Giving
Are you interested in a campus internship next year where you can learn about nonprofit fundraising, communication, and OWU’s alumni community? University Advancement has 4 internship opportunities in Annual Giving available for the fall semester. The deadline to apply is this Sunday, March…
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