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Campuswide News & Events
April 15 @ 12 p.m. – Beyond Headlines: Conflicts Across African Regions Talk
Join us for Africa in the News: What Are We Missing in the Headlines? — a thought-provoking conversation exploring recent conflicts in different regions of Africa and how they are portrayed in global media. Together, we will examine what narratives…
Let Us Know What You’re Reading!
Did you love the last book you read? Maybe not so much? Fill out our “What We’re Reading” form and tell us what you thought! The “What We’re Reading” form allows you to tell as much or as little about…
🎉 Student Employment Job Fair 2026 🎉
Calling all Battling Bishops—your next campus job is waiting! Looking for a job that fits your schedule AND builds your resume? We’ve got you covered! Join us at Ohio Wesleyan University for a fun and interactive job fair where you…
Today from noon to 1 p.m. – Pie a Player!
For $3, pie an OWU student-athlete on the JAYwalk today from noon to 1 p.m.! All proceeds go to the Ohio Wesleyan Athletic Council. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan Athletic Council Contact: Grace Ammon at gsammon@owu.edu
Compassion as a Virtue: The Bodhisattva Ideal in Buddhist Ethics
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 15, from 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. Come listen and learn about the Buddhist ethics from John Hacker-Wright, a philosophy professor at the University of Guelph. Hacker-Wright’s research focuses on virtue ethics, moral psychology, and…
April 30 – Change to Google Meet Video Recordings
Currently, Google Meet video recordings do not allow viewers to download or copy them by default unless the recording owner explicitly allows it. Starting April 30, 2026, Google will change this default for future recordings. Moving forward, recording owners will need to manually…
OWU Connection News & Events
Tomorrow! Harness the Power of YOU: Career Exploration
If the question “So, what are you doing with your life?” makes you want to fake a phone call and run away, we see you. Most successful people didn’t have it all figured out on Day 1 – and you…
Harness the Power of YOU!
Feeling stressed and behind your peers because you haven’t mapped out your entire life? Asking yourself, “wait – what am I doing with my major?” Career Connection invites you to join Harness the Power of YOU, a 5-week deep dive program…
🎓🎉🍧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…
🐶💛Flexible Near-Campus Job Opportunity for Animal Lovers!
Love animals? Looking for a flexible, low-stress part-time job close to campus? This might be a perfect fit! Retired Worthington teacher, Lucy, is looking for 3-5 reliable, caring students to help take care of her Saluki show puppies. This role…
SENIORS – Last Real Life 101 Info Sessions Coming Up!
SENIORS – this program is for you! Think of this as your Senior Capstone for Life. We’ve curated important things you need to know before you walk across that stage. Are you ready to set yourself up for life post-graduation?…
Seniors! Real Life 101 Starts This Week!
SENIORS, this program is for you! Think of this as your “Senior Capstone for Life.” We’ve curated important things you need to know before you walk across that stage. Are you ready to set yourself up for life post-graduation? 100% of students who…
Student News & Events
TODAY – 🍹🎨 VIVA Sip ‘n’ Paint
Enjoy the warm weather with us as we make some refreshing mocktails and paint your pick of canvases, tote bags, or hats! Feel free to bring a blanket to sit on, as we will be outside La Casa. OWU Sponsoring…
Passionate About the Environment and Making a Difference at OWU?
An environmental science degree can lead to impactful careers focused on sustainability, conservation, and solving real-world challenges. Here are a few career paths our alumni have taken: Alena Arnold ’23 – Forestry Technician at the US Forest Service Selby Majewski…
April 24 Deadline – Request Accessible Seating/Parking for Commencement Guests
Ohio Wesleyan is committed to creating an accessible commencement experience for all who attend. Graduating seniors may request accessible seating and parking for guests with mobility access concerns. The deadline to complete the form is Friday, April 24, at 5…
April 25 – Campus-Wide Bucket Golf Sign-Ups
Reslife will be hosting a campus-wide golf outing using our fun set of bucket golf! Grab some friends and join us for a day on the (campus) course! Sign up here! Location: 15 Williams Dr. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Reslife Contact:…
📚 April 20 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. – Create a Finals Study Plan!
You’ve worked hard all semester; now it’s time to finish strong! Stop by the Sagan ARC (HWCC #324) on Monday, April 20, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to create a finals study plan. This open-house style event will allow…
Sagan Writing Center Award – Submission Deadline Today at 5 p.m.
Today is the deadline for submitting to the annual spring Sagan Writing Center Award—don’t miss out! Graduating Seniors only: Submit your graduate or professional school application essays. 1st Place: $200. 2nd Place: $100. Submit here. (Examples of past winning essays…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Submit to News for OWU Families by Feb. 27 Deadline
We are accepting submissions for the March edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by the deadline, noon Friday, Feb. 27. The digest will be sent on Wednesday, March 4.…
Professor Emeritus Robert Engle Jr. Passes Away
We are sad to report that Professor Emeritus Robert Engle Jr., M.A., passed away Dec. 18 in Mattawan, Michigan. He was 97. He was a member of the Fine Arts faculty between 1958 and 1978. His family shares: “Robert was…
Academic Honesty Policy Open Meetings
Kira Bailey and Vicki DiLillo will host two open meetings to solicit feedback about OWU’s current Academic Honesty policy. Feedback will inform the policy revision. We hope to see you there! Meeting Times and Locations: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 4:10 p.m.-5…
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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