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Campuswide News & Events
April 26 @ 7 p.m. – Senior Recital (Abby Bennett & Morgan Vaughn)
Join us for a senior recital featuring seniors Abby Bennett, soprano, and Morgan Vaughn, piano and organ. This recital will feature works by Wolf, Chopin, Prokofiev, Powell, and more! 7 p.m. at University Hall (Gray Chapel) OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Performing…
April 27 @ 6:30 p.m. – ‘Valor, agravio y mujer’ Reading
On Monday, April 27, at 6:30 p.m. in the Studio Theatre at Chappelear Drama Center, join WLC students Emerson Freas, Lilly Colbeck, and Frida Ramirez for a formal table reading of their contemporary adaptation of Spanish playwright Ana Caro’s 17th…
FRIDAY at 4:30 p.m. – The Manosphere and Eating Disorders
Join the Psychology Student Board and Dr. Modica in a conversation this Friday at 4:30 p.m. (Merrick 202) about how ultra-masculine online content creators may be putting their audiences at risk for body image difficulties and disordered eating habits. OWU…
April 24 – Senior Seminar Talks
Join the Department of Physics & Astronomy as their senior students present their senior year research projects! Talks will be held on Friday, April 24, at noon in SCSC 136 and then resume at 3 p.m. in SCSC 161. OWU…
April 28 – Junior Seminar Talks
Interested in hearing more about what type of projects students work on in the Department of Physics & Astronomy? Stop by the Junior Seminar talks on Tuesday, April 28, at noon in SCSC 161 to hear about projects that students…
April 24 @ 4:30 p.m. – The OWL 2026 Issue Release Party!
Join us in Corns 312 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. this Friday, April 24, as we gather to celebrate the release of the OWL’s 2026 Issue! Enjoy readings from our authors, delicious catering, and lively conversation as we wrap up the Spring ’26 semester with…
OWU Connection News & Events
TODAY at Noon: Diplomacy 101: Staying Professional When Opinions Clash
Got opinions? We all do. But what happens when yours don’t match someone else’s? The way you handle conflicts in class, work, or your personal life makes a huge difference. Join us for an interactive workshop, led by Chaplain Chad Johns,…
OWU Major Mentors at the Spring Connection Conference
The Spring OWU Connection Conference is coming up on Thursday, Feb. 26. One of our planned events is a “drop-in” session in the Slocum Reading Room called Major Mentors. We are looking for students who have completed a Connection experience…
Feb. 18 @ 11 a.m. – CIEE (Study Abroad) Tabling
✈️ Ready to study abroad? 🧳 CIEE Study Abroad offers tons of programs and internships abroad where you can learn, build professional skills, and gain real-world experience 📚💡🏢 Want flexibility? CIEE’s Open Campus model lets you study in up to 3…
Thursday, Feb. 12 – Diplomacy 101: Staying Professional When Opinions Clash
Register on Handshake. Got opinions? We all do. But what happens when yours don’t match someone else’s? The way you handle conflicts in class, work, or your personal life makes a huge difference. Join us for an interactive workshop, led by Chaplain…
Feb. 17 @ 11 a.m. – Arcadia Abroad Tabling
🌍 Are you interested in studying abroad in Australia, Ireland, England, Scotland, Italy, Spain, or New Zealand? 👋 Come meet our study away partner from Arcadia Abroad, Wendy Lombardo, on Feb. 17 at the Arcadia table in the HWCC…
APPLY NOW! Pitch OWU and Big Problem Challenge
Applications close Friday, Feb. 13, for Pitch OWU and Big Problem Challenge. Both competitions occur during the OWU Connection Conference on Feb. 26 and embody the spirit of entrepreneurship and solving community problems. The winner of each competition will receive…
Student News & Events
Sept. 10 from 6-7 p.m. – College Dems Meeting!
Join us for an OWU College Democrats club meeting and turn your interest in politics into action through service, learning, and organizing. Meet the club president and vice president, connect with students who share your passion for politics, and learn…
Today from Noon-1 p.m. – New Student Drop-in Group
Starting college is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re offering a New Student Drop-in Group for a casual, supportive space to talk, listen, and connect with other students facing similar experiences—whether it’s stress, homesickness, academics, or adjusting…
GAME Lab Research Participants Needed
Want to participate in a neuroscience research study? Dr. Bailey’s Game Lab is looking for participants between Sept. 18-24 for their tDCS study where you’ll go through three weekly sessions testing your working memory through activities (including video games) while…
Sept. 11 – Corn Hole Tournament
Join Hall Council this Friday, Sept. 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. for a Corn Hole Tournament at the Bradford Milligan Hall/Thomson Hall Lawn. Come and enjoy some friendly competition while spending time with friends. OWU Sponsor: Hall Council Contact:…
Apply for Fall Break Wilderness Trek!
Are you ready for cool weather and fall colors? The Fall Break Wilderness Trek will be Oct. 7-10 in the Dolly Sods Wilderness of West Virginia. We’ll go backpacking, learn outdoor living skills, and spend time with readings and discussions…
Life Quest Retreat: Register by Tues, Sept. 8
“What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” – Mary Oliver We’ll be exploring this question and more at the upcoming Life Quest Retreat (Sept. 25-26 at Deer Creek State Park Lodge), a chance…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Submit to News for OWU Families by March 27 deadline
We are now accepting submissions for the April edition of News for OWU Families. Please share your updates through the News for OWU Families form by noon, Friday, March 27. For this edition, we are looking for annual business items…
Meek Leadership Awards – Nominate a Student Today
The Meek Leadership Awards were established with a contribution from Phillip J. Meek and Nancy LaPorte Meek, both 1959 Ohio Wesleyan graduates. OWU graduating seniors who have demonstrated exceptional leadership service during their years at Ohio Wesleyan and show promise to sustain…
Midsemester Grades Due by March 9, 2026
The timely submission of midterm grades is critical for student success, retention, and academic planning. Prompt reporting allows the Office of the Registrar to accurately update student records, enables Faculty Advisors to guide students effectively during registration periods, and triggers…
University Classifieds
Oct. 11 – Take a ‘Ghost Walk,’ Volunteers Needed!👻
Boardman Arts Park and the Northwest Neighborhood Association, both neighbors of OWU, are hosting a ticketed “Ghost Walk” on Oct. 11 from 5-9 p.m. OWU will be featured in three spots on the “Haunted Historic Delaware” tour, with Provost Karlyn…
Join Us for a Morning Study Group, All Subjects
If you’re looking for a group to study with in the morning/noon hour, please reach out to me (Cole Eppstein) at 937-303-2034. All subjects, all grade levels — this group is more about keeping each other accountable during a study…
Volunteers Needed for Boardman Arts Park ‘Create! 2025’
Boardman Arts Park is looking for a few helpers for CREATE! 2025. The event is Sept. 14 from noon-4 p.m. at the park, 154 W. William St. (across from Smith Hall). This event is FREE, and we expect 500-1,000 attendees…
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