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Campuswide News & Events
Celebrate Convocation Today!
Please join us as we come together as Bishops today to celebrate the Class of 2030 at our opening first-year Convocation: Thursday, Aug. 20 4-5 p.m. Rock Quad (Rain location: Gray Chapel) Convocation marks the start of our students’ OWU…
Join Us for the First Lap @ 4:45 p.m. Today!
Calling all OWU Faculty, Staff, family, current students, and community members! The Class of 2030 is completing their First Lap on campus today, Aug. 20, and we need you to help give them the best Bishop welcome! You’re invited to…
First Lap: Aug. 20 @ 4:45 p.m.
Calling all OWU Faculty, Staff, family, current students, and community members! The Class of 2030 is completing their First Lap on campus on Thursday, Aug. 20, and we need you to help give them the best Bishop welcome! You’re invited…
Google Workspace Security Updates Completed
Information Services recently partnered with an external cybersecurity firm to review and strengthen the security of OWU’s Google Workspace environment. These behind-the-scenes updates enhance data protection across campus. While your day-to-day experience will remain the same, you may occasionally notice…
Aug. 14 – Brief Self-Service / PowerCampus Server Maintenance Outage
Self-Service and PowerCampus will be taken offline for brief server maintenance from 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14. Users must close the applications before the announced outage times. Questions? Contact registrar@owu.edu. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Office of the Registrar Contact: Lee Richards at registrar@owu.edu
Residential Parking Lot Closures for New Student Move-In: Campus Operations Notification
Please help the University create a great first day for our incoming students and their families. For new student move-in day, the parking lots at Smith and Welch Halls will be closed starting at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, and…
OWU Connection News & Events
Need a U.S. Passport?🍕✈️
Thinking about studying abroad or participating in an off-campus program, but don’t yet have a U.S. passport? Join us for a Passport Lunch & Learn, hosted in partnership with the IOCP Office (International and Off-Campus Programs). During this session, we’ll…
Map Your Day: The Spring Connection Conference is Almost Here
Join us on campus next Thursday, Feb. 26, from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. for the Spring Connection Conference. Please note: this is a day of alternative instruction, and normal classes will not meet. Hear how peers designed their Connection experiences. Engage…
Science Major? Grad School in the UK 🔭 Webinar – Feb. 23
Looking for a unique and affordable way to pursue grad school in STEM?🔭 Check out our new pathway partnership with the University of Salford in the UK. Through our exclusive 4+1 program, OWU students can earn a Master’s in fields…
Monday, Feb. 23 – Navigating the Career Fair with Confidence
Career Fairs can be stressful and overwhelming, but you don’t have to go in cold. Learn how to navigate the Career Fair with confidence. Date: Monday, Feb. 23 Time: 12-1 p.m. (lunch is included) Place: Slocum 201 Register on Handshake…
Feb. 26 – Big Problem Challenge Competition!
During Connection Conference, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Merrick 301, 3 p.m. Join us for the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge, an exciting competition where students take on real-world issues and present innovative solutions. This year’s issue is the continued population growth in Delaware County,…
Feb. 26 – Pitch OWU Competition!
During Connection Conference, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Merrick 301, 2 p.m. Experience the excitement of Pitch OWU, where bold ideas and entrepreneurial spirit take center stage. Watch as students present their innovative business concepts and compete for funding to turn their visions into…
Student News & Events
Investment Club – Halloween Investing Contest
Choose either Hershey (HSY) or Mondelez (MDLZ), and see whose stock performs better based on the market close on Oct. 31. If you pick the winning stock, you’ll be rewarded with a piece of candy from the winning company at…
The 1842 Hours of Operation for Fall Break
The last day to order food at The 1842 before fall break is today, Oct. 6, from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. Food service will return on Sunday, Oct. 10, at 5 p.m. The 1842 will not be open during…
Calling All Psychology Majors & Minors: Faculty Evaluations
To all psychology majors and minors, the time has come to do faculty evaluations. You should have all received an email with the survey link to complete evaluations for faculty members. If you did not receive this email, please contact…
Oct. 12 @ 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Coping with Cards
Come to the Ham-Wil Atrium to celebrate World Mental Health Day with The Bishop Way from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.! Create your own personal emotional first-aid kit to help you tackle stress anytime, anywhere. Hope to see you there! …
Oct. 25 – Off Campus Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Trip
Looking for a break and an opportunity to explore off campus? Join the Student Involvement Office for a trip to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium on Sunday Oct. 25, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.! The best part: your ticket…
Oct. 15 @ 12-1 p.m. – Goal Setting for Savings
Join the Bishop Way in Merrick 301 on Oct. 15 from 12-1 p.m. for financial wellness tips! Learn how to set goals and create savings plans to achieve them. Ft. Info from The Zillennial Advisors and FREE giveaways! OWU Sponsor:…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Tuesday from 12-1 p.m. – Strategic Planning Town Hall in the Benes Rooms
Please join us on Tuesday, April 21, from 12-1 p.m. in the Benes Rooms for a campus strategic planning town hall facilitated by Lisa Camp. We had a wonderful turnout at our last town hall and hope to see you…
Volunteer for Late Night Breakfast on April 29
We’ve been busy planning our bi-annual tradition of hosting a late-night breakfast during the upcoming finals week! This event is busy and fun as students take a break from preparing for final exams. We get to help support students through…
Shape the Smith Center’s Future | Final Call
Don’t miss your chance to steer the Smith Center’s future programming. We’ve extended the deadline to Monday, April 13, to ensure your specific research and teaching interests lead our priorities. Spend 5 minutes now on this Smith Center Feedback to…
University Classifieds
Looking to Borrow Clocks by Thursday for Photography Project
Hello! I am a photography student working on a project. If you have any physical clocks you are willing to lend me, please reach out – will pick up or accept a drop off. Clocks are needed by the end…
Pink and Green Eye Glass Case with Flamingos Found
A pink flamingo eye glass case was found on campus on Friday, Sept. 12, between University Hall and the labyrinth. If this is yours, please stop by University Hall, room 024 (Office of Marketing and Communications). Contact: Sara Stuntz at…
Pink Water Bottle Found in Honors Lounge at Slocum
A pink water bottle with lots of stickers was found at the Honors Lounge in Slocum and is currently in the IOCP office. If this is yours, you can feel free to come by the IOCP office and retrieve it!…
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