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Campuswide News & Events
Jan. 23 – Submissions to The OWL Now Open!
The OWL, OWU’s own literary and arts journal, is now accepting submissions! Email your submissions to owlmag@owu.edu by Friday, March 6. Submission Guidelines: Fiction: up to 2,000 words Nonfiction: up to 2,000 words Poetry: up to 5 pages Screenwriting: up…
OWU Eating Disorder Support and Awareness
Eating Disorder Support and Awareness will hold its first meeting on Jan. 23, from 12:15-1 p.m. in the Crider Lounge! Join us to spread support, awareness, and education about eating disorders and mental health across campus! All are welcome! Bring…
Feb. 14 – Join Us for the Bishop Backers Winter Community Day & Delaware Expo!
If your OWU organization is interested in a free table at the expo, register here before Jan. 31! The Bishop Backers Winter Community Day and Delaware Expo will return on Feb. 14, 2026, when the Battling Bishops men’s and women’s basketball…
Friday, Jan. 23 @ 12 p.m. – Wendi Celebration and Send-Off
Come and join the HHK Department and HHK Student Board in sending off and celebrating one of our beloved staff members, Wendi Kay. This event will be a special celebration honoring how important and special Wendi Kay has been to…
Today – Spring Semester Test of the OWU ALERT Emergency Messaging System
Ohio Wesleyan will conduct the spring semester test of the OWU ALERT emergency notification system today, Jan. 20. The test will be sent over the lunch hour to all registered alert recipients using the 911Cellular software system. If you do…
Public Safety Advisory – Keep Warm, Bishops!
Here are some keep-warm tips from the OWU Student Health Center and Public Safety, and information from weathersafety.ohio.gov. How to Dress During Cold Weather Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing. Trapped air between the layers will insulate the body. Outer…
OWU Connection News & Events
Today – Mastering Your Pitch, Free Lunch and Workshop
Thursday, Oct. 16, 12-1 p.m., R.W. Corns, 312. In this workshop, you will learn—and practice—fundamental concepts that will greatly help you to pitch your idea for your next business endeavor. We are deliberately holding this event shortly before the U.S.…
TONIGHT! Ace Your Virtual Interview
Are you ready to shine on screen? This workshop will show you how! Register on Handshake to join us tonight, Oct. 15, from 6:45-7:45 p.m., and come away with expert advice and tips to help you: Set up your space…
Oct. 16 – Mastering Your Pitch, Free Lunch and Workshop
Thursday, Oct. 16, 12-1 p.m., R.W. Corns, 312. In this workshop, you will learn—and practice—fundamental concepts that will greatly help you to pitch your idea for your next business endeavor. We are deliberately holding this event shortly before the U.S. Entrepreneurship…
Oct. 16 @ 12 p.m. – Nerdy Approach to Job Seeking
Tired of the same old job-hunting advice? Join us for A Nerdy Approach to Job Seeking, a program that links your favorite geeky passions with practical professional skills. Think of it this way: Dungeons & Dragons isn’t just about rolling dice;…
Oct. 15 – TPG Application Deadline
Theory-to-Practice Grants applications are due this Wednesday, Oct. 15, at 5 p.m. Projects proposed in this round should not start before Jan. 1, 2026. You can find a link to the application and guidelines for submission on the TPG website –…
Oct. 15 – Ace Your Virtual Interview
Date: Wed. Oct. 15 / Time: 6:45-7:45 p.m. Virtual interviews are now a key part of landing jobs and internships—are you ready to shine on screen? Register on Handshake for this virtual, interactive workshop and get expert advice, practical tips,…
Student News & Events
March 6 @ Noon – Cookies and Coloring with NAfME
Join NAfME members in the Atrium of HWCC for an afternoon wind-down with coloring and cookie decorating to kick off Music in Our Schools Month! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Department of Performing Arts/Music Contact: Ryleigh Jones at rmjones@owu.edu
March 5 – StatQuest YouTuber Dr. Joshua Starmer Live
The OWU Data Circle welcomes Dr. Joshua Starmer, creator of the massively popular YouTube channel StatQuest, for a live seminar on AI, neural networks, and quantifying model confidence. See the educator who has helped over 1.5 million learners understand statistics…
March 5 @ 12 p.m. – It’s Different for Girls
The Biology Board is collaborating with MCI (Male Contraceptive Initiative) and hosting a screening of the short film It’s Different for Girls by Billie JD Porter. This 40-minute film explores gender bias and systemic issues surrounding reproductive health. Billie emphasizes…
March 5 @ 6 p.m. – Student Craft Night at the Ross
Bring a craft you are working on, or come use our craft supplies to hang out with other crafters with snacks! Location: Richard M. Ross Art Museum OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
Interested in a Free Knitting Workshop? Fill Out This Form!
If you are an avid knitter or interested in learning how to start, internationally recognized knitter Shirley Paden-Berstein will be giving a free cast-on class! The class will be held on Wednesday, March 18, and it will be a long…
March 8 – Columbus Day Trip 🚌
Join us for a fun day trip to Columbus, Ohio, for shopping, great food, and international groceries! 📅 Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026 ⏰ Departure Time: 9:45 a.m. 📍 Meeting Location: Smith Hall Parking Lot (38 S Liberty Street) 🚌Trip Details: 9:45 a.m.: Meet…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Submit to November News for OWU Families – Oct. 31 deadline
News for OWU Families is accepting posts for the November edition. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by noon on Friday, Oct. 31. We are also accepting posts for the December News…
Today at 9:30 a.m. – Student Employment Supervisor Training (Virtual)
If you have not yet attended a Student Employment Supervisor Training Session and you supervise student workers, don’t miss TODAY’s virtual training session for Supervisors of OWU Student Workers! This training includes important updates & process information from Human Resources…
Noon Yoga Starts This Week!
You haven’t missed the opportunity to practice yoga this semester! We start a new module on Tuesday, Oct. 14, upon returning from Fall Break. Classes are twice per week on Tuesdays & Thursdays in Edwards Gym from 12-1 p.m. (Realistically,…
University Classifieds
Apply Now! 2025-2026 Student Internships with Annual Giving
Are you interested in a campus internship next year where you can learn about nonprofit fundraising, communication, and OWU’s alumni community? University Advancement has 4 internship opportunities in Annual Giving available for the fall semester. The deadline to apply is this Sunday, March…
LOST: Soft-sided Lunch Box in Merrick 301
Lost: a blue, soft-sided Lunch Box with “Ohio Health” printed in white. Last seen in Merrick 301 during the Faculty Meeting. There are a few items inside, including a glass container. If found, please contact Kristina Bogdanov kkbogdan@owu.edu
LOST: TI-84 Graphing Calculator
Hello. I’m missing my grey TI 84 Plus calculator graphing calculator. If found, please contact me at taberko@owu.edu. Thank you. Tera Berko
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