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Campuswide News & Events

Feb. 20 from 12-1 p.m. – SIAC’s Soulful Friday

Join us this Friday, Feb. 20, on the JAYwalk for some good music, free soul food, and goodies! This event is hosted by WCSA’s Student Inclusion and Advocacy Committee, a committee that strives for positive representation of our marginalized groups…

We Are OWU Launches TODAY with Fun, Gratitude, and PRIZES

We Are OWU launches at noon! Visit We Are OWU to watch our progress to 1,000 donors, check out the generous matches, and keep up with the excitement of the campaign. Stop by the Ham-Wil Atrium to visit our tables…

TOMORROW @ 12 p.m. – YOU are the future of OWU!

The experiences and generosity of our alumni ignite possibilities for our students, faculty, and staff. Starting tomorrow, Feb. 18 at 12 p.m. EST, Ohio Wesleyan will host its sixth annual “We Are OWU” giving campaign to celebrate and support OWU’s…

Feb. 18 @ 12:15 p.m. – Ash Wednesday Service in Peale Chapel

On Feb. 18, the Chaplain’s Office will be hosting an Ash Wednesday worship service open to all students, faculty, and staff beginning at 12:15 pm in Peale Chapel. In the Christian tradition, Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the season…

OWU Print Services Will be Closed on Friday, Feb. 20.

If you need materials ready for Monday, Feb. 23, please submit your order no later than noon on Thursday, Feb. 19, to ensure we can accommodate your request. A friendly reminder that emails are not monitored over the weekend. We will resume normal…

Feb. 17 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar Series with Dr. Tessa Wilde

Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Dr .Tessa Wilde ’13, Founder & Executive Director, For the Love of Primates: “Monkeys and Microbes: Examining the gut and oral microbiome in SIV-infected sooty mangabeys.” Location: Schimmel/Conrades Science Center,…

OWU Connection News & Events

Oct. 31 – AIFS Abroad Visit

Come chat with Crystal Craycraft, our university representative from AIFS Abroad, in the HWCC atrium from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. AIFS offers programs during the Spring, Summer, Fall, and January/Winter Break in over 20 countries. These programs are a great match for a…

Nov. 4 @ 6:30 p.m. – Social Impact Networking Night!

Don’t miss Social Impact Networking Night, a casual mixer designed for you to connect with alumni and professionals who are changing the world. Whether you’re just starting to explore careers in social impact or you’re ready to dive in, this is…

Spring Break Wilderness Trek Applications Due Today!

If you are looking for something fun, challenging, and meaningful to do for spring break, then check out this year’s two Wilderness Treks: Climbing in Colorado and Kayaking in Florida. Each trip focuses on outdoor skills and growing in faith.…

Oct. 30 from 12-1 p.m. – Undergraduate Research Presentation!

When: Thursday, Oct. 30 Where: SCSC 151 Time: 12-1 p.m. Register here! Thinking About Research? Start With Your Career Catalyst! Curious about what real research looks like beyond the classroom? Join us for a short, info-packed session on Undergraduate Research…

🌟Working Career Lab: Resumes for Senior Students

Seniors, is your resume ready for graduation and beyond? 💼Working Career Lab: Resumes for Senior Students 📅Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025 ⏰ 12-1 p.m. | 📍 Slocum 201 Join us to refine your resume with targeted tips for graduation, internships, and full-time…

Nov. 18 – Economic Outlook Conference FREE Dinner

Join us on Nov. 18 at 6 p.m. in HWCC, Benes A, for a free reception and dinner before the Economic Outlook Conference (which starts at 7:30 p.m.). Panelist Dr. Ian Sheldon with OSU, Dr. Bill LaFayette with Regionomics LLC,…

Student News & Events

March Madness @ The 1842

Come watch your favorite men’s and women’s teams compete. The 1842 will have the NCAA games on each night with the most popular over the sound systems. March Madness games start on March 17 and go through April 6. The…

Apply By March 27 @ 5 p.m. – Graduating Class Director

Class of 2026: When you graduate from Ohio Wesleyan, you become part of a worldwide network of Bishops and an instant member of the Ohio Wesleyan Alumni Association. If you are passionate about increasing awareness, pride, participation, volunteer involvement, and…

March 16 – Bluegrass in Columbus Presentation with Rich Baker

Join Rich Baker, Instructor with the Economics & Business department at Ohio Wesleyan University and longtime host of The Bluegrass Ramble, along with Brent Davis, former content director at WOSU Public Media, as they explore how Appalachian migration, the Folk…

Education Information Session this Wednesday!

Are you interested in Education majors or minors at OWU? Come find out more and get all your questions answered this Wednesday, March 18, from 12-1 p.m. in Edgar 128! We’ll have snacks! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Education Department Contact: Sarah…

March 19 – Student Chill Night: Polaroids

Come experiment with our Polaroid camera with your friends and decorate a frame for your pic! Thursday, March  6-8 p.m. at the Ross Art Museum with snacks. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu

Application Due April 1: Graduating Student Trustee

Seniors – if you are passionate about impacting the experiences of future Bishops, the open position with the Board of Trustees is a great way to continue your OWU journey after graduation. Serve on committees that promote the general interests…

Faculty/Staff News & Events

Office Printer Upgrades Underway

Update: The OWU Facilities staff is now installing the PaperCut print management software on all multifunction devices (MFDs)/printers across campus. Work should be completed over the next two weeks, and Facilities will inform each department when PaperCut is active on…

Nov. 6 @ 2 p.m. – New Employee Concur Training

Purchasing will be hosting a virtual Concur training on Thursday, Nov. 6, at 2 p.m. The training will last about an hour and cover Concur, our system for booking travel and clearing P-card expenses, and the basics of Bishopbuy, our…

University Classifieds

FOR SALE: Fishing Boat with Everything

FOR SALE: Fishing Boat with everything. 14-foot Starcraft, Johnson 9.9 electric start motor, ShoreLander trailer, Minn Kota 765 MX 28 lbs thrust variable speed trolling motor. Battery, Hummingbird depth & Fish Finder, Canvas Boat Cover, 2 cushion seats, Safety vests,…

A Summer Class for Instructors on Outdoor Learning

Sharing this message on behalf of North Central Ohio Pollinator Pathway: Re: Learning the Earth Using the outdoors as an extension of your classroom June 11 – July 18 As we do our important work to encourage native plants and pollinators,…

FOUND – Keys in Slocum Hall 3rd Floor

A set of keys were found on the third floor of Slocum Hall. If they are yours, please pick them up in the IOCP office room 311 at the front desk. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU IOCP Contact: Kelsey Eckhert at mentors@owu.edu


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