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Campuswide News & Events
April 18 @ 2 p.m. – Rafiki Olympic Cookout
Join us for the Rafiki Olympic Cookout, a high-energy, end-of-year celebration bringing together the OWU campus and the Delaware community for an afternoon of food, fun, and good vibes. Enjoy free food trucks, ice cream, cotton candy, and a variety…
April 16 from 4:30-6 p.m. – Opening Reception: New Artwork in Edgar Hall
Stop by the Werner Gallery in Edgar Hall for the Opening Reception of Midwest Potluck: Cotton and Copper, featuring artwork by Tammy Perakis Wallace ’02. Tammy currently serves as the Administrative Assistant for the Fine Arts Department, after spending 20…
Celebrate OWU’s Golden Bishops Today!
The Golden Bishop Awards have been held since 1987 and exist to recognize Ohio Wesleyan students, advisors, and organizations for outstanding achievements in leadership and community service. The full list of awards can be found here. The 2026 ceremony will take…
Milligan Library Construction Update
Crews will begin interior demolition work on April 13, creating a clean canvas for the new John F. Milligan Library. Please respect the boundaries of the construction fencing as work progresses. The interior demolition work should last for about eight…
Come ‘Into the Woods’ Starting Tonight!
Ohio Wesleyan’s spring musical production “Into the Woods,” directed by Jennifer Whitehead, debuts tonight @ 7:30 p.m. on the Main Stage in Chappelear Drama Center. With music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Lapine, “Into the…
April 21 from 7-8:30 p.m. – Librarianship Career Panel
Ever wondered where a passion for information and libraries can take you? Join us for an evening with OWU alumni as they discuss the diverse world of librarianship. Whether you’re interested in public, academic, school (K-12), specialized libraries, private sector/vendor…
OWU Connection News & Events
Feb. 2 – Study Abroad Spotlight: The School for Field Studies
Interested in hands-on, impact-driven study abroad? Come meet The School for Field Studies (SFS), a program that’s been shaping global thinkers and environmental leaders for over 40 years. SFS isn’t your typical classroom-based experience – students work alongside expert scientists…
TPG Application Live!
The Theory-to-Practice Grant application is now open on the website for accepting submissions. Check the TPG website for information! Apply Here: OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact: Andrea Ryan at international@owu.edu
🎓TODAY’S THE DAY!🎉 100 Days to Graduation…Let’s Celebrate, Seniors!
Seniors… this is it. Only 100 days until graduation! 🎉Join us to kick off the countdown with ice cream sundaes, cookies, alumni stories, and good vibes as we celebrate how far you’ve come – and take a moment to enjoy…
🌟Working Career Lab Today: Resume Power Hour
💼Resume Power Hour Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 | 12-1 p.m. Corns 315 – R.W. Corns Building Need help getting your resume off the ground — or perfecting a final draft? Drop in for a Resume Power Hour and get ready…
Feb. 3 – BPC Workshop, Network with Professionals!
Tuesday, Feb. 3 | 12-1 PM | Corns, 312 | Network and collaborate with real-life professionals during this free workshop. Learn how to tackle “wicked problems,” complex, real-world challenges that lack straightforward solutions; great preparation for students interested in applying to the Big…
Mark Your Calendar: Alumni Partners Career Conversation Day!
Curious about life after OWU? Want insider tips straight from alumni who’ve been there? Alumni Partners Career Conversation Day is happening on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 11-2 p.m. – and it’s your chance to get information on careers, internships, and what…
Student News & Events
Percussion Ensemble Concert This Sunday!
Catch the OWU Percussion Ensemble this Sunday, April 26, in Jemison Hall at 2 p.m.! The program will include works for traditional percussion as well as clapping, lighters, and a completely improvised piece of music! Hope to see you there!…
April 29 @ 12 p.m. – PSYCH End-of-Year Picnic
Come celebrate the end of the semester with the OWU Psychology Department! We’ll be hosting a department picnic on the Phillips Patio at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29. Chipotle will be served. Congratulations on the end of the semester,…
Seniors: Items to Complete for the Mailroom
1. RETURN YOUR MAILBOX KEY! Your key needs to be returned on or before May 11 to avoid being charged for it. DO NOT return your key to another department OR give your key to another person to return it.…
Therapy Dogs are Back! This Sunday, 2-3 p.m. @ the Ross
Come relax with the therapy dogs before finals! They will be at the Ross Art Museum from 2-3 p.m. Sunday, April 26, for cuddles and kisses. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
Intern with University Advancement Over the Summer!
University Advancement is currently looking for two summer interns! We have two positions open for students interested in data analytics, research, marketing, and stewarding our alumni: University Summer Intern and Advancement Operations Summer Assistant. To learn more about both job…
April 27 @ 4:30 p.m. – One Last Hoorah! Zine Launch
Hoorah! The semester is almost over! Come celebrate the end of the spring semester and the beginning of summer at the Amphitheatre across from Chappelear Drama Center, Monday, April 27, at 4:30 p.m. The zine features poetry and creative nonfiction…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
AI Ready Webinars: Student Affairs, Mental Health, & Career Services
From AI-enabled support pathways to personalized wellness resources and tailored career-readiness tools, artificial intelligence is reshaping how students navigate their journey campuswide. As we adopt emerging technologies and new expectations, it’s essential to align innovation with our institutional values –…
Apply Now! Student Assistantship (StAP) and Legacy Proposals for 2026-2027
Would you like to hire a student intern on campus and provide them with hands-on experience in a professional setting? Proposals for the Student Assistantship Program (StAP) and Legacy Internship Program are NOW open for faculty and staff! This is your chance to…
Seeking April & May 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…
University Classifieds
Join Us for a Morning Study Group, All Subjects
If you’re looking for a group to study with in the morning/noon hour, please reach out to me (Cole Eppstein) at 937-303-2034. All subjects, all grade levels — this group is more about keeping each other accountable during a study…
Volunteers Needed for Boardman Arts Park ‘Create! 2025’
Boardman Arts Park is looking for a few helpers for CREATE! 2025. The event is Sept. 14 from noon-4 p.m. at the park, 154 W. William St. (across from Smith Hall). This event is FREE, and we expect 500-1,000 attendees…
Lost AirPods
AirPods were lost somewhere on the academic side of campus on Friday, Aug. 29. More than likely in the the science building. If f,ound, please contact Emma Hall @ eshall@owu.edu Contact: Emma Hall at eshall@owu.edu
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