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Campuswide News & Events
Steps for Service: 9/11 Remembrance Fundraiser for First Responders
Phi Delta Theta is hosting a community 9/11 remembrance with the support of the Delaware Fire Department. Join us at Selby Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 12, at 9 a.m. to climb 2,200 steps (or 110 stories) in honor of first…
Sept. 11 – 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Event
Join the OWU community to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, and learn about the Ohio Wesleyan alumni, families, and friends personally impacted by the attacks. We invite you to join us next Friday, Sept. 11, in the…
Tonight – First Friday Street Party; Saturday – Outdoor Farmers’ Market
Join Main Street Delaware from 6-9 p.m. tonight for a Back-to-School Bash in downtown Delaware. The free First Friday event will include a rock-climbing wall, over 10 giant inflatables, live music from a local band, yard games, free popcorn &…
Did You Get the Sept. 3 OWU ALERT? If Not, Read This!
On Sept. 3, Ohio Wesleyan tested its OWU ALERT emergency notification system. All students and employees should have received an email sent to your owu.edu email account and a text message sent to your cell phone of record with the…
Sept. 3 – Fall Semester Test of the OWU ALERT System
On Sept. 3 (new date!), Ohio Wesleyan will conduct its fall semester test of the OWU ALERT emergency notification system. The test will be sent over the lunch hour to all registered alert recipients using the 911Cellular software system. If…
Sept. 8 @ 4:15 p.m. – Carpenter Lecture – Wil Haygood
Join the English Department on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 4:15 p.m. in the Benes Rooms in Ham-Wil Campus Center for this year’s Carpenter Lecture. This year our visiting lecturer is Wil Haygood, and he will be reading from his book…
OWU Connection News & Events
TODAY Drop-Ins to Prep for the Spring Career Fair Thursday!
The big day is almost here – and we’re ready to help you shine ✨ 📝 Drop in for resume & fair prep TODAY from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m in Slocum 207! Stop by to polish your resume, practice…
Connection Conference – This Thursday!
Calling All Bishops! Our annual OWU Connection Conference is taking place on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Spring Connection Conference will showcase student Connection Experiences on and off campus, advising and peer mentoring, the Career…
🍿TODAY! All-Day Career Fair Drop-Ins to Prep for Thursday!
🎉 It’s Career Fair Week at OWU! 🎉 Looking to start your career or land a summer internship? We’ve got you covered! Stop by anytime today for resume help, career fair prep, and yes … FREE snacks & popcorn 🍿✨ Slocum 207! Then join…
March 3 @ 11 a.m. – Study Abroad with WorldStrides!
🎒✈️ Ready to take your college experience global? Stop by the HWCC Atrium from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 3 to meet Edith Bradley from WorldStrides Study Abroad, your go-to guide for turning that study abroad dream into reality! 🌞 There will…
🌟Working Career Lab Today: Career Fair Drop-Ins
Career Fair Prep Drop-In Day Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 – 9-5 p.m. Prep for the Career Fair with all-day drop-in support! Stop by for resume reviews, elevator pitch practice, and insider tips for making a strong first impression with employers.…
Connection Conference – This Thursday!
Calling All Bishops! Our annual OWU Connection Conference is taking place on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Spring Connection Conference will showcase student Connection Experiences on and off campus, advising and peer mentoring, the Career…
Student News & Events
Open Advising Session for Education Majors TODAY!
Are you an education major with questions about which classes to take this spring? Stop by our open advising session today, Oct. 19, from noon to 1 p.m. in Edgar Hall 128! We’ll have some snacks, and education faculty and…
Oct. 21 @ Noon-1 p.m. – Sociology/Anthropology Social, 4th Floor Elliott Hall
All students welcome! Come join the Sociology-Anthropology Department faculty and students to discuss and ask questions about upcoming SOAN/SJ courses for spring 2027. Also, a young alum will join the social to chat with students about navigating the job market.…
Oct. 22 @ Noon – Rest, Reset, and Reframe!
Stop by Merrick Hall on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 12-1 p.m. to express your creativity and design a picture frame! Celebrate Wellness Week with this fun and relaxing craft. OWU Sponsor: Office of Community Wellness Contact: Andrew Inamdar at ajinamdar@owu.edu
Oct. 21 – Air-Dry Clay & Create: Shape Your Story, 5-6:30 p.m., Milligan Hub
Take a break from your busy schedule, get creative, and connect with fellow students in a fun and relaxing environment. Use air-dry clay to create something that reflects your personality, culture, or personal story while enjoying music, snacks, and good…
Oct. 21 @ Noon – WinS Halloween Keychain Making and Elections
Come join the Women in STEM club for Halloween keychain making! The event is free, and food will be provided. During this event, we will also be opening elections for our new executive committee members. If you are interested in…
Oct. 23 – Thinking About Grad School?
Thinking about graduate school? Are you passionate about medicine, environmental health, disease prevention, nutrition and food access, or social justice? Join us for a presentation and Q&A with Wes Grunden, the Director of Admissions for the College of Public Health…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
NO Check Run on May 28
Due to the Memorial Day holiday and staff time off, there will not be a check run the week of May 28. Please plan ahead for any check requests that may be needed. Thank you! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Accounting and…
Summer Yoga Starts May 21
There will be Summer Yoga in the Fitness Lab in Simpson Querrey (located past the Januzzi Dance Studio, at the end of the hallway on the left). All levels welcome, mats and props provided, dress in workout clothing. Classes are…
Summer Hours for Central Receiving
Central Receiving’s summer hours will begin Monday, May 18, through Friday, July 31, 2026. The hours will be Mondays-Thursdays from 7:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and Fridays (for receiving packages) from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. This is for all Staff/Faculty/Academic packages. If you…
University Classifieds
Lost Item – Tablet in Black Sleeve
I lost an Onyx Boox Note Air 4C recently. It’s a small digital tablet in a black sleeve. The sleeve also had a stylus in the front pocket. If you found it, please contact me at clfink@owu.edu. Thank you! OWU…
Join the Strand Theatre for October’s Films!
On Tuesday nights at 7 p.m., as part of the “Screamin’ with Stephen” (King) Series. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.): Tuesday, Oct. 14: “The Shawshank Redemption” (1994). Before the film, see a scene from the upcoming Arena Fair Theatre’s production…
🎟️Reserve Your Free Ticket Now for Kickstart Ohio, Oct. 23-25!
Join Ohio Wesleyan for a three-day journey into the world of big business, startup success, and entrepreneurial innovation; hear President Matt vandenBerg in conversation with Apple Computer co-founder Steve Wozniak; and watch the second annual “Shark Tank”-style U.S. Entrepreneurship Competition!…
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