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Campuswide News & Events
Student-Curated Pop-Up Shows Begin!
Come check out our Student-Curated, Pop-Up Shows on Nov. 20 and Dec. 4! Featuring artwork from the Ross Art Museum, the shows were developed by students enrolled in Art 492: Exhibition Practice. Nov. 20: 1-3 p.m., HWCC and 6:30-8:30 p.m.…
💲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…
OWU Connection News & Events
Service and Nature 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 South Carolina to work at the intersection of service and nature through urban gardening, trail maintenance, and other outdoor activities. This…
🚀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…
Student News & Events
Celebrate Black History Month with YDSA: Union Organizing
Hang out and learn about historical and current Black labor organizers with OWU’s Young Democratic Socialists of America. Together we’ll watch a documentary about Amazon workers organizing and the founder of the Amazon Labor Union, Chris Smalls. We’ll discuss his…
Black History Month Zines by the Psychology Student Board
The Psychology Student Board wishes you a happy Black History Month! Join us as we table in HWCC 12-1 p.m. this Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday with zines created by our members! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Psychology Student Board Contact: Melayna Rios…
Feb. 27 @ 7 p.m. – Winter Wind-Down
Come relax and destress with us on Friday, Feb. 27, in the Benes Rooms from 7-9 p.m. to watch “Inside Out” while making cute crafts, drinking hot chocolate, and more! Winter Wind-Down Date: 2026-02-27 Time: 7-9 p.m. Location: Hamilton-Williams Campus…
🎨🍹 Black History Month Paint & Sip – Feb. 26
In honor of Black History Month, join us for a night of creativity, joy, and community at this Paint & Sip event hosted by ResLife, in collaboration with OMSA and Sisters United. 🖌️ Paint your own canvas 🍹 Create your…
March 2 @ 12 p.m. – HR Club Kickoff Meeting
Curious about Human Resources, Business, or what goes on behind the scenes of an organization? Join the HR Club for our spring semester kickoff meeting! We’ll introduce what HR Club is all about and chat about what we have in…
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
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
Service Desk Position Open at Hobson Library
We have two shifts available, Thursdays 2-3 p.m. and Thursdays 6-7 p.m. in Hobson Library. You will need to be able to work both shifts. Please apply on the OWU Job Listings page for student workers. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: University…
Lost and Found: AirPods
Found AirPods in the Crider Lounge on Wednesday, March 26. Email William Hayes to claim them: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
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,…
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