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Campuswide News & Events
Buildings and Grounds Name is Changing to Facilities
Effective immediately, the name of the University’s Buildings and Grounds Department has been changed. The department’s name has been changed to Facilities. Facilities will continue to provide the same services to which we are all accustomed. Please make note of…
Campus Operations Notification: HWCC Parking Restricted Overnight Jan. 19 Till 11:30 a.m. Jan. 20
On Jan. 20, Ohio Wesleyan will be hosting the 32nd annual MLK Breakfast Celebration from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The well-attended community event draws in a large crowd of visitors and to accommodate those with mobility issues, the Hamilton-Williams…
Jan 17. @ 11 a.m. – Alicia Brown Artist Talk!
Come hear Alicia Brown discuss her work on Friday at 11 a.m. in Edgar Hall, Room 121! Jamaican-born painter Alicia Brown examines the complex cultural forces faced by Caribbean natives living away from their homelands. With a nod to iconic…
Jan. 21 @ 11 a.m. – Goals in Focus: Make a Vision Board!
Do you have big plans for 2025? A list of goals to achieve? Places you want to travel? Join OMSA and the CDO office to create a vision board and get on track for the new year. Drop by the…
Verify Your Data for OWU ALERT Emergency Notices
Welcome to spring semester, Bishops! Ohio Wesleyan uses the OWU ALERT system to inform you of urgent situations requiring an immediate response using email and text/voice messages sent to your cellular telephones. To update your cell phone of record with…
Jan. 16 – Ross Art Museum Opening Reception: Caribbean Transformers!
Join us Thursday, Jan. 16, from 5-8 p.m. for Caribbean Transformers: Becoming and Being in the New World. Come out of the cold! We’ll have Caribbean-inspired food, music, and fun! Jamaican-born painter Alicia Brown examines the complex cultural forces faced…
OWU Connection News & Events
Theory-to-Practice Grant Program – Update for Those Who Have Submitted 24/FA Proposals
The 24/FA TPG evaluation process is underway. Because of the number of proposals and the amount of funding requested, this is the most competitive TPG round in the 15-year history of the program. In the past few years, award notifications…
Nov. 12 @ Noon – Latham Bishop Ventures Student Business and Entrepreneurship Panel
Come hear from current Economics & Business students as they share their conference and travel experiences. Gain insight into how these students have used OWU Connection funds and resources to attend and participate in national, regional, and local conferences that…
Apply for Spring Break Service Trips and Wilderness Treks
Are you looking for something fun, challenging, and meaningful to do for spring break this year? The Chaplain’s Office has two great programs to consider! This year’s three Spring Break Service Trips will be going to New Orleans to volunteer…
Oct. 25 @ 1 p.m. – Time and Location Change! Precision Medicine in SCSC 163
Due to STEM core courses 4th-hour conflicts, Clark Howell ’89 has agreed to give his presentation and speak with students from 1-2 p.m. in SCSC Room 163! Please register on Handshake! See you there! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Career Connection and…
Tonight @ 6 p.m. – Speed Mock Interview Event!
Hoping to land an internship, summer job, or a full-time position? Nervous about interviewing? A Mock Interview will help immensely as you prepare for your future career! As they say, practice makes perfect – and this is your opportunity to…
Today @ 12:15 p.m. – Is Berkshire Hathaway for you?
Interested in learning about a career in Insurance or Risk Management? What to meet with some experts in the field? Then join us for a lunch meeting with Berkshire Hathaway Speciality Insurance and find out if this is right for…
Student News & Events
Apply to Mortar Board – Deadline this Friday (Feb. 28)
Attention current Sophomores and Juniors! Are you a student who prioritizes leadership and service on campus? If so, consider applying to Mortar Board! Mortar Board is a national honor society that offers valuable alumni connections, opportunities for leadership and service…
TODAY @ 4 p.m. – Donuts and Drop-In with the Honors Board
Join the Honors Board in the Slocum Honors lounge on Feb. 26 from 4-5 p.m. Enjoy mochi donuts, study time, and the chance to ask questions about classes, research, and graduating with honors. All are welcome! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Honors…
SSRP Applications due March 4, 2025
Applications for the expanded Summer Science Research Program (SSRP) are due soon – March 4, 2025. Be sure all parts of the application are submitted by March 4. For more information see the SSRP website and the projects being offered. Questions? Contact ssrp@owu.edu. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: SSRP…
Feb. 27 @ 6 p.m. – Sassy Coloring – Museum Chill Night
Come check out our new sassy coloring pages! We will also have tea and snacks from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday evening, Feb. 27. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Richard M. Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
Help the Marching Bishops Reach 80 Members on the Field This Fall!
The Marching Bishops are looking to make history next season, and I need your help to get there! I’m setting a goal to get at least 80 members on the field next year, which would, as best I can tell…
Feb. 26 @ Noon – Black Excellence
Bring your lunch and join us from noon to 1 p.m. in Merrick Classroom 202 for an inspiring conversation with Kiona Dyches, Assistant Director of Social Media and Digital Communications for the Communications department. Dyches will discuss “Owning Your Excellence”…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Dec. 6 @ Noon – Understanding Your Benefits – Virtual Session
Are you new to OWU benefits, or curious how the High Deductible plan with the HSA plan works? Join our Virtual Learning Session titled “Understanding your Benefits” from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6. Attend this session to…
Volunteer at Late Night Breakfast!
As the semester comes to a close, the planning for Late Night Breakfast is underway! Late Night Breakfast is a finals week tradition — giving our students a much-needed reprieve from studying and writing as they prepare for final exams.…
OWU Employee Handbook and Guide
As a follow-up to my Nov. 26 email regarding the electronic release of the Employee Handbook and Guide via Acalog, please note: 1) Current employees will receive a system-generated email from Etrieve providing a link for you to access/review the Acknowledgement of…
University Classifieds
Central Ohio Symphony Seeking New Executive Director
Warren Hyer is retiring July 31 after 33 years with the Central Ohio Symphony. Congratulations and thank you, Warren! The Executive Director position and more about Hyer’s legacy are posted at www.centralohiosymphony.org. Source: Central Ohio Symphony/University Communications
Professional Camera For Sale
Hello! I am selling my Nikon D60 digital camera. It is a single lens reflex model. It is a fantastic entry-level professional camera for a photography student, fine arts major, or anyone wanting to learn about photography! This camera retails…
April 8-30 – April Earring Sale!
Hey, everyone! The month of April is here! For the month and all the communities acknowledged + celebrated during April, I will be selling leverback, round glass bead, and clay earrings in spring colors & designs. All earrings are either…
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