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Campuswide News & Events
Feb. 14 – Join Us for the Bishop Backers Winter Community Day & Delaware Expo!
If your OWU organization is interested in a free table at the expo, register here before Jan. 31! The Bishop Backers Winter Community Day and Delaware Expo will return on Feb. 14, 2026, when the Battling Bishops men’s and women’s basketball…
OWU Eating Disorder Support and Awareness
Eating Disorder Support and Awareness will hold its first meeting on Jan. 23, from 12:15-1 p.m. in the Crider Lounge! Join us to spread support, awareness, and education about eating disorders and mental health across campus! All are welcome! Bring…
Friday, Jan. 23 @ 12 p.m. – Wendi Celebration and Send-Off
Come and join the HHK Department and HHK Student Board in sending off and celebrating one of our beloved staff members, Wendi Kay. This event will be a special celebration honoring how important and special Wendi Kay has been to…
Today – Spring Semester Test of the OWU ALERT Emergency Messaging System
Ohio Wesleyan will conduct the spring semester test of the OWU ALERT emergency notification system today, Jan. 20. The test will be sent over the lunch hour to all registered alert recipients using the 911Cellular software system. If you do…
Public Safety Advisory – Keep Warm, Bishops!
Here are some keep-warm tips from the OWU Student Health Center and Public Safety, and information from weathersafety.ohio.gov. How to Dress During Cold Weather Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing. Trapped air between the layers will insulate the body. Outer…
Jan. 25 – Community Mending Circle – Fix Your Clothes!
Whether you can’t sew on a button or are a knitting expert, join us on Sunday, Jan. 25, from 1-4 p.m. for a community mending circle. Come learn some mending skills, share yours with others, or simply work on patching…
OWU Connection News & Events
🌟Nov. 5 – Working Career Lab: Resume Power Hour
Want a resume that stands out? Come to Resume Power Hour! 💼Working Career Lab: Resume Power Hour 📅Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 ⏰ 12-1 p.m. | 📍 Corns 315 Whether you’re just getting started on your resume or need a final review,…
🎀Daily Dose of Career with 24/7 Access to Resources!⭐️
🎀 Daily Dose of Career with Improved 24/7 Access to Our Career Resources!⭐️ Discover. Prepare. And Launch your Career today through our new and improved Career Resource Hub. Your go-to space for exploring career tools, internships, and upcoming events. Test your…
Nov. 3 @ 12 p.m. – SFS Study Abroad Tabling
Are you interested in studying abroad with The School for Field Studies (SFS)? Meet with Mike Rainaldi and discuss programs available on six continents on Monday, Nov. 3, from 12-1:30 p.m. in the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Atrium. You can also drop…
Oct. 31 – AIFS Abroad Visit
Come chat with Crystal Craycraft, our university representative from AIFS Abroad, in the HWCC atrium from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. AIFS offers programs during the Spring, Summer, Fall, and January/Winter Break in over 20 countries. These programs are a great match for a…
Nov. 4 @ 6:30 p.m. – Social Impact Networking Night!
Don’t miss Social Impact Networking Night, a casual mixer designed for you to connect with alumni and professionals who are changing the world. Whether you’re just starting to explore careers in social impact or you’re ready to dive in, this is…
Spring Break Wilderness Trek Applications Due Today!
If you are looking for something fun, challenging, and meaningful to do for spring break, then check out this year’s two Wilderness Treks: Climbing in Colorado and Kayaking in Florida. Each trip focuses on outdoor skills and growing in faith.…
Student News & Events
LAST CALL! Volunteer @ Kid’s Sports Clinic!
Calling all Student-Athletes or people passionate about sport! Join us for a SEAL House Project on March 4 from 6:45-8:15 p.m.! In collaboration with Big Brothers Big Sisters, volunteer to teach a short demo of your sport to children ages…
March 6 @ Noon – Cookies and Coloring with NAfME
Join NAfME members in the Atrium of HWCC for an afternoon wind-down with coloring and cookie decorating to kick off Music in Our Schools Month! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Department of Performing Arts/Music Contact: Ryleigh Jones at rmjones@owu.edu
March 5 – StatQuest YouTuber Dr. Joshua Starmer Live
The OWU Data Circle welcomes Dr. Joshua Starmer, creator of the massively popular YouTube channel StatQuest, for a live seminar on AI, neural networks, and quantifying model confidence. See the educator who has helped over 1.5 million learners understand statistics…
March 5 @ 12 p.m. – It’s Different for Girls
The Biology Board is collaborating with MCI (Male Contraceptive Initiative) and hosting a screening of the short film It’s Different for Girls by Billie JD Porter. This 40-minute film explores gender bias and systemic issues surrounding reproductive health. Billie emphasizes…
March 5 @ 6 p.m. – Student Craft Night at the Ross
Bring a craft you are working on, or come use our craft supplies to hang out with other crafters with snacks! Location: Richard M. Ross Art Museum OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
Interested in a Free Knitting Workshop? Fill Out This Form!
If you are an avid knitter or interested in learning how to start, internationally recognized knitter Shirley Paden-Berstein will be giving a free cast-on class! The class will be held on Wednesday, March 18, and it will be a long…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Nov. 17 from 12-1 p.m. – Understanding Your Benefits – Virtual Session
Are you new to OWU benefits, or curious how the High Deductible plan with the HSA plan works? All current healthcare benefit plans will be covered. Join our Virtual Learning Session titled “Understanding your Benefits” from noon to 1 p.m.…
Office Printer Upgrades Underway
Update: The OWU Facilities staff is now installing the PaperCut print management software on all multifunction devices (MFDs)/printers across campus. Work should be completed over the next two weeks, and Facilities will inform each department when PaperCut is active on…
Nov. 6 @ 2 p.m. – New Employee Concur Training
Purchasing will be hosting a virtual Concur training on Thursday, Nov. 6, at 2 p.m. The training will last about an hour and cover Concur, our system for booking travel and clearing P-card expenses, and the basics of Bishopbuy, our…
University Classifieds
Bracelet and Black Water Bottle Found
A beaded bracelet with a saying and, separately, a black water bottle have been found. The bottle was in the Slocum Reading Room. Please claim them in the IOCP Office, Slocum Hall, Room 311. Thanks! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact:…
Lost Black Cat
“Sid,” a very timid all-black cat, is lost from his home. Likely is near Lincoln and Forest Ave., but there is a small possibility that he hitched a ride to the Science Center. Please contact Shala Hankison if you notice…
FOR SALE: Fishing Boat with Everything
FOR SALE: Fishing Boat with everything. 14-foot Starcraft, Johnson 9.9 electric start motor, ShoreLander trailer, Minn Kota 765 MX 28 lbs thrust variable speed trolling motor. Battery, Hummingbird depth & Fish Finder, Canvas Boat Cover, 2 cushion seats, Safety vests,…
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