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Campuswide News & Events
🎆Welcome, President vandenBerg!🎆
Welcome to Ohio Wesleyan’s 17th President, Matt vandenBerg, who joins us on campus today! We’re excited you are here, Matt, and look forward to working — and succeeding — together. It’s a great day to be a Bishop!
July 10-21 – OWU Cheerleading Online Fundraiser
Do you like snacks, coffee/tea, popcorn, melts, and fun treats for your dogs? The OWU Cheer Team is hosting our yearly online fundraiser with Stroller Fundraising. This fundraiser will take place July 10 through July 21. By clicking the link,…
July 5-7 – Mail Room Closing at 11:30 a.m.
Please note: The Mail Room will close at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. All mail must be to the Mail Room by 10:30 a.m. Thank you! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Mail Room Contact: Marilyn Stephens at graphics@owu.edu
Printing Services Closed July 3-7
Printing Services will be closed July 3-July 7. Please plan accordingly. Thank you. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Printing Services Contact: Marilyn Stephens at graphics@owu.edu
B&G Advisory: Fire alarm tests week of June 26
Buildings & Grounds will be conducting state-required fire alarm inspections and tests in many residential and academic buildings during the week of June 26. There will be no need to evacuate the buildings during testing. The work will take place…
Downtown Parking Rates Increase on July 1
Earlier this year, Delaware City Council passed an ordinance to increase hourly parking rates in the downtown. The rate will increase to $0.50 an hour on July 1, 2023, and then to $1 an hour on Jan. 1, 2024. The…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
New Science Communication Course!
ENVS 499: Scientific Communication: TR 2:40 – 4 p.m., SCSC Room 211 If you were asked to draw a scientist, who would you draw? What happens when critical issues—like climate change or public health—aren’t communicated clearly to the public? At…
Oct. 21 @ Noon – Interested in Public Health for Grad School? Grad School Info Session
If you are a Public Health student or even interested in Public Health, meet with Todd Thobe from The Ohio State University College of Public Health to learn about grad school options in Public Health. Bring your questions and an…
Tonight @ 6:30 p.m. – Let’s Talk About Race
“We need to talk about the way we talk.” – Dr. Ashley Kennard With 1 million world events happening at the same time, it’s important to keep our community strong. So let’s talk about it. Does race matter in 2024?…
New Water Management Course!
ENVS 275: Water and Environmental Management: MWF 11-11:50 a.m. in SCSC Room 211. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the science of hydrology and the principles of natural resource management. Students will learn the physical processes governing the movement,…
Thursday @ 9 p.m. – Spooky SINGO in Smith Dining
Join us for October’s Late Night @ Smith! We will be playing Singo with a spooky twist, and there will be a Halloween Costume Contest! Wear your best costume, enjoy one of our spooky mocktails, and win some prizes as…
Oct. 17 @ 7 p.m. – Let’s Talk about Careers in Scientific Research!
Are you interested in a career in healthcare but do not want to become a doctor or nurse? Join the Pre-Health Club on Thursday, Oct. 17, from 7 – 8:30 p.m. at Stuy Fishbowl, and hear from Bo Tokarski, Manager…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Sample Office Chairs!
The Purchasing Department has two sample office chairs from Friends available for a quick test until November 10th! If you are in need of a new chair, please contact Betsy Reser at eareser@owu.edu to set up a time to stop…
Small Grant Program – Group Projects / Group Travel – Improved Process for Faculty
The Small Grant Program funds projects involving groups of students. Supervising faculty can now submit an online group project/travel form simplifying the student application process. See the updated SGP website for more information: OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Connection Programs /…
Seeking December Information for OWU Events Calendars
As plans fall into place for events open to the general public, please share details for Ohio Wesleyan’s monthly events calendars. Monthly calendars typically are shared with news media, community groups, and local secondary schools on (approx.) the 15th of…
University Classifieds
Feeling Brave? Seeking Conservative Political Perspectives
Braver Angels is an organization dedicated to bringing “red” and “blue” Americans together in respectful conversation to reduce hostility and polarization. Not trying to make everyone agree — just trying to help everyone listen a little more. My name is…
Legacy Internship Positions Available
The Accounting department is recruiting for two Legacy Student Internship positions. A brief description of each position is below. Additional details on these open internships can be found on Handshake by searching the on-campus positions. Vendor Management Intern – This…
Fridge for sale!
I no longer need my fridge and want it to go to a good home on campus! It’s a two-year-old black Hisense and still works perfectly. $50 if you come and pick it up from my apartment 10 minutes from…
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