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Campuswide News & Events
March 7-9 – Fire Alarm Testing During Spring Break
Buildings & Grounds will be conducting state-required fire alarm inspections and tests during spring break. There will be no need to evacuate the buildings during testing. The work will result in alarms sounding and strobe lights flashing multiple times per…
March 2 @ 6 PM – Candlelight Vigil for Ukraine
Join Horizons at the staircase outside Beeghly Library on Wednesday 2nd March at 6pm for a candlelight vigil in support of Ukraine and its citizens. In this time of pain and suffering, we urge the OWU community to join us…
March 3 @ 4:30 PM – Unstoppable 100 Women and Girls Event
The Communication Student Board is collaborating with Role Model Magazine to put on Unstoppable 100 Women and Girls: A Book Launch and Storytelling event. The livestream will run from 4:30pm – 6:30pm, and the in-person event will run from 4:30pm…
Spring Landscaping Work Underway
Ohio Wesleyan’s mowing contractor will begin work this week to edge around flowerbeds and trees, clean up leaves, and begin preparing the campus for spring. Work will begin on residential campus and move east. This will include some noisy moments,…
March 3 @ Noon – ‘Spotlight on Ukraine’ Panel Discussion
Join Professors Stephanie Merkel, Jim Franklin, and Goran Skosples in the Benes Rooms at noon Thursday when they discuss “Spotlight on Ukraine: Discussion of the Russian Invasion and Current Crisis in Ukraine.” Attendees are invited to bring their lunch for…
Final Reminder: TPG Applications Due TONIGHT At Midnight!
Theory-to-Practice Grant applications are due today, Tuesday March 1st, at 11:59pm. Submit your grant using the application link at This is the ONLY round for this semester, so if you want feedback from the committee on your grant, don’t forget…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
April 18 @ 5 p.m. – Nature Walk and Scavenger Hunt!
Join Tree House on a nature walk to Blue Limestone Park! Explore the park by participating in a scavenger hunt, catching critters, and unwinding in nature. Recycled containers and crocheted pouches will be provided to take home any treasures you…
Green Week Events – Earth Day Columbus Trip
Green Week is approaching! We will be hosting a visit to the Columbus Museum of Art and Earth Day Columbus. If you are interested in the event, please fill out the RSVP form attached. The CMoA event will be Saturday,…
$2,000 Available for Summer Internships! Apply Today!
Blaine Grimes Grant applications are due TODAY, Friday, April 14! Apply now for a $2,000 grant toward costs associated with your summer internship! Sponsored by The Woltemade Center, the Blaine E. Grimes Grant Program is available to Ohio Wesleyan students…
Countdown to Commencement – MANDATORY Senior Event
Countdown to Commencement is a MANDATORY step toward commencement for all seniors. It’s the one-stop shop to ensure that you’re ready to graduate! Countdown to Commencement will take place on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.…
TODAY @ 12 p.m. – How to Rock Being On & Off the Clock!
Are you nervous about things such as: asking for time off or maintaining a professional presence during after-work socials? Then this event is for YOU! During this workshop TODAY from 12-1 in Slocum Hall 201, Mindy Agin will offer great…
April 18 @ 6:30 p.m. – Casually Cooking at Smith: Quesadilla Quest
Come catch us outside for the final Casually Cooking event of the year and a kick-off to patio season! We’ll be enjoying quesadillas (and more) out on the Smith Dining Patio while raffling off some big prizes such as a…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Faculty! Would you like someone from Career Connection to visit your classes this semester or next to talk about our services?
Dear Faculty, Would you like someone from Career Connection to visit your classes this semester or next to talk about our services? We’d love to! Please let us know if you would like one of us to visit for 10-15…
School Supply Drive for Columbus Bilingual Academy with LA CASA
LA CASA is collecting school supplies (notebooks, pencils, pocket folders, etc.) and sanitation supplies (hand sanitizer, wipes, etc.) for the Columbus Bilingual Academy from Monday, April 19 to Friday, April 30. Look for supply boxes in Hamwil, Merrick, and in…
April 20 @ Noon – Faculty & Staff Bible Study
Enjoy an hour of fellowship with our Zoom group as we discuss Bible passages. You cannot fall behind – we discuss a different topic each meeting! For details contact mereese@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Chaplain’s Office Contact: Maureen Reese at mereese@owu.edu
University Classifieds
Lost Blue Drawstring Bag
Likely left at Smith dining on the evening of Thursday, October 10th. Contains a pineapple-print bag and some keys on a Texas key chain. If found, please email pjlightf@owu.edu and/or call/text to (832) 497-8551. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: self Contact: Phoebe Lightfoot at pjlightf@owu.edu
Lost Something? Check the SIO’s Lost & Found
Please come by if you are missing: -camo backpack -men’s 12 tennis shoes -a gray “Columbus Preparatory Academy” Sweatshirt -a teal North Face sweatshirt -keys with a Lids lanyard -a purple key with a butterfly -a necklace -one silver lining…
Need a Ride Back from Cleveland on Oct 13!
I’m going to Cleveland (Little Italy/Case Western) over fall break and need a ride back to Delaware on Sunday. I’m willing to pay $10-1$5! Message me at +17404175962 if you have room for me in your car. Thanks! OWU Sponsoring…
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