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Campuswide News & Events
Campus Operations Notification: Fire Alarm Testing
Throughout the month, the OWU Facilities Office will conduct state-required tests on building fire alarm systems throughout campus. If your building is affected by the fire alarm tests, you do not need to evacuate, but please note that alarms may…
How to Get Things Fixed
Do you have something in your area that needs repair? Please submit a Facilities work order. There are two ways to do this: Send an email to bghelp@owu.edu, or Submit a ticket through the Bishop Works portal. If you have any…
July 3&4 – First Friday, Fireworks, and Fun!
Enjoy your holiday weekend! JULY 3 – Main Street Delaware kicks off Independence Day weekend with a downtown celebration full of music, games, family fun, and patriotic spirit during First Friday: Party in the USA from 6 p.m. to 9…
The President’s Office Welcomes Bella Guzzetta ’26
The President’s Office extends its best wishes to Olivia Danley, who concluded her time with the office on June 25. Olivia will be attending The Ohio State Moritz College of Law in August. We have no doubt she will bring…
Campus Operations Notification: Parking Lot Closures Scheduled
Temporary parking lot closures are scheduled between Monday, June 15 and Friday, June 26, 2026. Purpose: Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) evaluations ahead of upcoming solar panel installations. Please be advised that several campus parking lots will experience temporary, single-day closures…
OWL Program Updates
As we launch into OWL Camp 2026, I wanted to inform you of some bittersweet leadership updates. As you may have heard, we will bid a fond farewell to Josie Bair at the end of June as she pursues an…
OWU Connection News & Events
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…
Feb. 26 – Woltemade Center Fellows & Scholars Spotlight
During Connection Conference, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Corns 312, 11-11:45 a.m. Explore how OWU’s Accounting & Finance Fellows, Corns Business and Entrepreneurial Scholars, and Westwood Real Estate and Community Development Fellows programs bring the OWU Connection to life. Through student stories…
NEW! Real Estate Fellows, Open to ALL Students
The Woltemade Center is excited to announce its newest program: Westwood Real Estate and Community Development Fellows. Applications are now open and close on March 27, 2026. The program prepares students to be ethical, innovative leaders in real estate and…
Feb. 26 – Benefits of a Side Hustle, Student Panel
During Connection Conference, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Corns 312, 9-9:45 a.m. Join a student panel and moderator Professor Cliff Hurst for this How You Can Benefit from a Side Hustle info session. Learn how one can support your personal, academic, and professional…
Travel and Learn! Apply for Accounting & Finance Fellows
Interested in a career in accounting or finance? Applications for the Accounting and Finance Fellows are NOW OPEN and close March 27, 2026. The program empowers students to explore careers in said fields, develop a unique awareness of current issues…
🌟Working Career Lab Today: Athlete Resumes
🏅 Athletes: Turn Your Experience Into Resume Gold! Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026 | 12-1 p.m. Simpson-Querrey Fitness Center – Front Conference Room Join us for a hands-on workshop where we’ll show you how to translate your athletic experience into standout…
Student News & Events
Intramural Signups Extended
Intramural Signups have been extended to Sunday, Oct. 4! Sign up and find more info below! Intramural Website: Team Sign-Up Form: OWU Sponsor: Student Engagement and Success Contact: Nevin Horne at intramurals@owu.edu
Oct. 1 @ 8-10 p.m. – Board Game Night
Come to The 1842 Lounge on Thursday, Oct. 1, for Board Game Night from 8-10 p.m. We have a large assortment of games to play while you have a late-night bite. OWU Sponsor: The 1842 Contact: Anna Pellegrin at the1842@owu.edu…
Participate in Research & Enter $50 Amazon Gift Card Drawing
Want to participate in a neuroscience research study? Dr. Bailey’s GAME Lab is looking for participants between 18 and 24 for its tDCS study. You’ll go through three weekly sessions testing your working memory through activities (including video games) while…
Oct. 1 @ 12 p.m. – Pre-Law Society Kick-off Lunch Meeting
Pre-Law Society will have its first meeting on Thursday, Oct. 1, at 12 p.m. in Elliott 101! We will have lunch, play a Kahoot, and talk about ideas and goals that we want to accomplish this year. We will also…
Sociology and Anthropology Event – Oct. 1 @ 12-1 p.m., 4F Elliott
OWU alumni come back to campus to lead a discussion on navigating the current job market. Come meet alumni and other Sociology/Anthropology and Social Justice students to learn about the job market! The discussion will be held Oct. 1 from…
The 1842 – Spin the Wheel Baseball Trivia
Stop by The 1842 Lounge on Tuesday, Sept. 29, to answer a baseball trivia question to get the chance to spin the wheel and win cool prizes. OWU Sponsor: The 1842 Contact: Anna Pellegrin at appellegrin@owu.edu
Faculty/Staff News & Events
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…
Passover Seder @ OWU and Ongoing Hillel Activities
OWU’s Hillel group is still active on campus! I am the group’s advisor and have also connected with Jewish Alumni in my annual giving role and received a few gifts this year that will really allow us to revitalize Hillel’s…
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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