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Campuswide News & Events
Friendly Reminder – Admission Guest/Visitor Spaces
Friendly reminder to all faculty, students, and staff to not park in the designated Admission Guest/Visitor parking spots in the Edwards Gymnasium parking lot on Mondays – Fridays from 8:30 a.m.- 3 p.m. AND on Saturdays between 8:30 a.m. –…
Moving the Needle Updates Now Online
We continue to make progress on our cross campus collaborations on “Moving the Needle” to improve on the student experience and student success! The latest updates on the work of Moving the Needle from each of our four module teams…
Feb. 8 @ 4:15 p.m. – Professor David Eye Memorial Event
The Ohio Wesleyan Department of English in conjunction with the Chaplain’s Office invites all students, staff, and faculty to a memorial Celebration of Life event honoring beloved poet, professor, and colleague David Eye. This event will be held on Wednesday,…
Feb. 9 @ 7 p.m. – For The CULTURE
“For the CULTURE.” Come to Benes Room and join this interactive event with DJing, MC, Graffiti, Break-dancing, ROI Chess, History of Hip-Hop, and enjoy free food (Vegan options available). It’s a Family Friendly Event. Start Time: 07:00PM End Time: 09:00PM Location:…
Jan. 30 @ 6 p.m. – Meet a Buddhist Faith Leader
Join the Chaplin’s Office and Residential Life as we hear from local Buddhist faith leader Lama Kathy Wesley as part of our ongoing interfaith speaker series. The event is on Monday, January 30, at 6 pm in the Welch Reading…
Jan. 27 @ Noon – Ohio Immigrant Worker Project (Online Event)
Please join the Dept. of Sociology/Anthropology for an online conversation: Ohio Immigrant Worker Project Jeff Stewart, Executive Director and Activist Fri, Jan 27, noon to 1 p.m. On Zoom: tinyurl.com/OhioIWP (This was originally scheduled for in-person but had to be…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
ENVS Student Board Elections – Due Friday!
It’s that time of the year again! The Department of Environment and Sustainability is looking for new Student Board representatives for the 2024-2025 school year. Deadlines for applications will be April 5, by midnight. We will have 5 open positions this year…
April 2 @ Noon – Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month!
April is Autism Acceptance Month and April 2nd is Autism Acceptance Day! Stop by my table in the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Atrium to learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorder, and receive a pamphlet with information/resources, sensory stickers, and pins! You…
April 4 @ 4 p.m. – Pottery Painting and Senior Research with the Honors Board
Come paint some pottery and learn about senior honors student research! The Honors Board is hosting a pottery painting event on April 4 from 4 p.m.-6 p.m. in the Benes Rooms. This event will feature presentations from current and past…
WCSA (Student Government) Election Update
View the students running for 24/25 WCSA Office at: The WCSA Election for the student body to vote for their representatives on student government is Friday, April 12, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. Check your OWU email that day for instructions on…
April 4 @ Noon – Mental Health Skill Building Workshop: Strategies for Managing Anxiety
Join us on Thursday, April 4, from 12-1 p.m. in the Counseling Services Office (Corns 316) to discuss strategies for managing anxiety. In this non-clinical workshop, we will explore practical techniques and effective strategies for navigating anxiety in the college…
April 1 @ 12:10 p.m. – MFA Info Session
Considering an MFA in Creative Writing? Wondering what the application process entails, which factors matter most, and what the experience is really like? Join Director of Creative Writing and Associate Professor Amy Butcher and Visiting Assistant Professor of English Dr.…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Are you a first-gen or working class faculty or staff?
Hello All, My name is Mallorie, and I am a senior Social Justice major working on issues related to First-Generation college students. I am working on a project with Dr. Paul Dean to develop programming for first-generation and working-class students,…
Sept. 2 – Blackboard Updates for Ultra Courses
Each month, Blackboard releases feature updates and bug fixes for its flagship service, Learn. Here are highlights of what’s coming September 2nd, for Ultra courses only. Assignment Attempts Screen Improvements: They’ve widened the screen of the submission area, and added…
Sept. 2 @ 12pm – Join a Writing Group!
Are you interested in joining a Writing Group? Writing groups are designed to support faculty and staff in making progress on their scholarly projects. We initiated this program last semester, and evaluations were very positive. For example, one faculty member…
University Classifieds
Lost Keys on a Red Lanyard
Hello, I have lost my keys. They are on a red lanyard and there should be about 6 keys on the lanyard along with a beaded giraffe and a clear card holder. Please contact me if you know where they…
Car Needed for Driving Test
I’m looking for someone who can let me borrow their car to practice driving and to take the driving test with. I’m willing to pay! Contact at 740-602-7870 or librahim@owu.edu. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Self Contact: Lailabano Ibrahim at librahim@owu.edu
Lost Wallet – If Found Please Contact Me
A wallet belonging to OWU student Ali Farooqui was lost on 11/6/2019, near Edwards Gymnasium. If found, please email amwamalw@owu.edu or amfarooq@owu.edu, or turn it into Public Safety. The contents of the wallet include a driver license that will verify him…
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