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Campuswide News & Events

South Block Rock Concert – Register for a Table

The Student Involvement Office is teaming up with Main Street Delaware to host the South Block Rock concert on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 7-9 p.m. featuring RockHouse! It is a part of Main Street’s summer concert series and is open to both the Delaware and…

Sept. 14 – Kids Recycled Bird Feeder Craft

Join us at the Ross Art Museum from 2-4 p.m. this Sunday to make and decorate your own recycled bird feeder and learn why recycling is important through stories. This craft is open to all ages, and you can bring…

Sept. 9 @ noon – Alzheimer’s Association Talk

Neurds, Circle K, and SEAL are collaborating to bring two guest speakers to campus from the Central Ohio Alzheimer’s Association! Join us in the Benes Rooms from 12-1 p.m. Sept. 9 to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease, the organization, and…

Sept. 10 – Free ‘South Block Rock’ Concert!

Get ready to rock! Ohio Wesleyan University and Main Street Delaware are excited to announce South Block Rock, a free concert event on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. This brand-new event will feature live music from the…

Friday – Ross Museum Open Late for First Friday!

The Ross Art Museum will be open this Friday, Sept. 5, until 8 p.m. for the Main Street Delaware First Friday celebration in downtown Delaware. First Friday is a free street party open to the entire community! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…

OWU Connection News & Events

TODAY @ Noon – Google Professional Certificate Workshop

March 4 | noon – 1 p.m. | R.W. Corns Building, Room 312 | Lunch Provided Dreaming of career advancement? Discover how Google Professional Certificates can help you stand out! Attendees will gain access to a free certificate program (a $200 value) and…

March 5 @12 p.m. – Economics Is Everywhere!

Are you interested in learning more about Economics and what you can do with the major? Join us on Wednesday, March 5, at noon, in Corns 203 for a panel event highlighting students majoring in Economics, and learn what they…

March 1 – TPG Deadline

The deadline for the spring round of Theory-to-Practice Grant applications is tomorrow – Saturday, March 1, at 11:59 p.m. You can find a link to the application and guidelines for submission on the TPG website – www.owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP – OWU…

TODAY! The OWU Connection Conference

Today’s the day! Join us for a variety of sessions, advising, learning, and exploration at the biannual Connection Conference! The conference runs from 9 am to 4 pm.  The schedule can be found HERE and a print-friendly version can be found HERE.…

Today! – Join Us for Pitch OWU and Woltemade Big Problem Challenge

Join us in Merrick Hall, Room 301 on Tuesday, Feb. 27, for an afternoon of innovation, creativity, and problem-solving. These two events showcase the talent, dedication, and entrepreneurial mindset of OWU students. Whether you are interested in business, social impact,…

Student News & Events

Student Job Opportunities at The 1842

Be the first students to work for The 1842. The 1842 is looking for student workers this spring semester for several different positions; including hosts, floor associates, and host/floor leads. The 1842 is the central student hub on the residential…

Oct. 17 @ 1-3 p.m. – Make Your Own Perler Bead Creation!

Come join us in the Ham-Wil atrium to create FREE Perler bead crafts! Create your own keychain, magnet, or souvenir to take home! Feel free to use a provided template or create your own custom design! Find a sense of…

Oct. 18 @ 4 p.m. – Intramural 2v2 Basketball Tournament

The Intramural Sports program will hold a pop-up basketball tournament from 4-7 p.m. at 23 Williams Dr. on Saturday, Oct. 18, at Phi Delt’s basketball courts. Teams of 2 will face off in a single-elimination tournament for the chance to…

Spring 2026 Pre-Registration

Registration for the Spring 2026 semester is fast approaching. The most important step you can take is to meet with your faculty advisor to get guidance on your course selections and to be authorized to register. You can already see…

Student Health and Wellness Survey

Students, please take a few minutes to give us feedback on the health and wellness resources provided by the University. The attached survey should take fewer than 10 minutes to complete and will help us better understand the ways in which…

Nov. 9 – Off-Campus Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Trip

Looking for a break and an opportunity to explore off campus? Join the Student Involvement Office for a trip to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium on Sunday, Nov. 9, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.! The best part: your ticket and all…

Faculty/Staff News & Events

Professor Emeritus Dick Smith Passes Away

We are sad to report that Richard “Dick” Williams Smith, Ph.D., a 36-year Ohio Wesleyan professor of history, passed away on July 1, 2025. He was 101. Complete obituary information is available online, and in it, his family shares: Dr.…

Print Services Closed June 30-July 11

Please note: Print Services (NOT Mail Services) will be closed June 30 through July 11. Thank you! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Print Services Contact: Marilyn Stephens at printservices@owu.edu

Professor Emeritus Bernie Murchland Passes Away

We are sad to report that Bernard “Bernie” Murchland, Ph.D., a 37-year Ohio Wesleyan professor of philosophy, passed away on June 24, 2025, at Willow Brook Christian Village in Delaware. He was 96. Bernie joined the OWU Department of Philosophy…

University Classifieds

Faculty Member Looking for Short-Term Housing

Looking for short-term housing for the Spring 2025 semester, with November or December 2024 preferred as a move-in month. A private bedroom and bathroom are preferred, with shared kitchen space flexible. Rent flexible, too, and open to discussion. Best email…

Yard Work & Computer Help Needed – Friend of OWU

Margaret Kitterington, a friend of OWU, is in search of an OWU student to help her rake leaves and provide some computer help. You must have a car to drive to her home. She lives about 15 minutes away on…

Found: Ring in Edgar Restroom

Did you lose a ring in an Edgar restroom? It’s in the office, Room 108. Stop by Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., or call 3601 and describe it! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Fine Arts Contact: Tammy…


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