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Campuswide News & Events
Now – April 17: Biology & Chemistry Department T-Shirt Sale!
The OWU Biology and Chemistry Student Boards are selling department T-shirts! T-shirts will be available to order online till April 17. Crew necks, different t-shirt styles, and sweatshirts are available. All proceeds will help the student boards plan events for…
Common Ground Free Store Donation Drive: SEAL SLU House Project
From April 6-17, we are collecting personal hygiene items for Common Ground Free Store. Items such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and razors are in high demand and are requested. Donations can be dropped off in collection bins by the…
CPB’s Day on the Jay is April 24 & Prez Ball is April 25!
Mark your calendars! Day on the Jay will be held on Friday, April 24, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This semester, the festivities will be moved to the academic side of campus due to construction affecting the JAYwalk. Join…
Crafternoon at the Ross Museum: Community Open Studio
Sunday, April 12, visit the Ross Museum to get crafty! From 2-4 p.m., we will hold a community open studio event. Bring a craft to work on or use our craft supplies to make something new! Free and open to…
Today @ Noon – Business Law and the Workplace: Guest Speaker-Professor Luann Snyder
Join the HR Club for lunch (Raising Cane’s) today, April 6, from 12-1 p.m. in R.W. Corns Room 209 for a guest speaker event featuring Professor Luann Snyder, part-time Business Law professor. Professor Snyder will discuss how business law influences…
April 8 – Psi Chi Induction Ceremony and Guest Speaker!
Join the OWU Psychology Department this Wednesday, April 8, at 4:30 p.m. in Merrick 301 as new Psi Chi members are inducted into the honor society. Following the induction ceremony, we will be joined by guest speaker Dr. Morgan Cope,…
OWU Connection News & Events
Jan. 22 – Pitch OWU & Big Problem Challenge Workshop
Thursday, Jan. 22 | 12-1 p.m. | Corns, 312 | FREE LUNCH! Learn about both Pitch OWU and the Big Problem Challenge competitions, including how each competition works, key application deadlines, timelines, expectations, and tips for success. Ideal for students…
Seniors! Real Life 101 Starts This Week!
SENIORS, this program is for you! Think of it as your “Senior Capstone for Life.” We’ve curated important things you need to know before you walk across that stage. Are you ready to set yourself up for life post-graduation? 100%…
Today @ Noon – New York Arts Program Virtual Info Session!
Hop on Zoom today, Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 12 p.m. ET to learn more about the New York Arts Program, a semester-long program in NYC for students interested in creative fields. NYAP is a place to explore your curiosities and…
Welcome to Spring! 🌿
With classes in full swing and your schedule settling in, the spring semester is the perfect time to explore the Career Resource Hub – available 24 Use this time to Discover, Prepare, and Launch your career goals, and set yourself…
Jan. 22 – Resume Workshop from 12-1 p.m.
Participants will learn how to: Structure a clear, professional resume. Write strong bullet points that showcase impact and skills. Tailor a resume for specific jobs or industries. Avoid common resume mistakes. Present experience confidently, even with limited work history, and…
📅 Jan. 15, 2026 – Employer Spotlight
Meet Case Western & People In Need! Start your semester strong at our first Employer Spotlight of 2026! Stop by the HWCC Atrium on Thursday, Jan. 15 (11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.) to connect with Case Western Reserve University’s School of Engineering…
Student News & Events
April 25 @ 11 a.m. – Spring Fling Rugby Home Tournament
Come join the OWU women’s rugby team at the intramural practice field by Haycock Hall (28 Hayes St.) for our Spring Fling home tournament at 11 a.m. We will be hosting teams from The Ohio State University, Ohio University, Denison,…
BE HEARD! Submit Your Course Evaluation(s)
Be sure your faculty hears your voice by taking a few minutes to complete their course evaluations. Faculty need your feedback to improve their teaching and ensure that their courses serve your needs. Your feedback means a great deal to…
April 27 from 5-6 p.m. – Mini-Cake Painting
Join The Kitchen for a house project on April 27 from 5-6 p.m. and decorate desserts with icing and toppings. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Kitchen Contact: Mannat Sikand at msikand@owu.edu
Writing Center Pop-Up Tutoring and Prize Wheel!
📚✨✏️ Stop by our tables for writing help and to spin the prize wheel! We will be set up in the HWCC main lobby from Wednesday, April 22, through Tuesday, April 28, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Hours may vary based…
Seniors: Survey on Post-Grad Housing
A sophomore at OWU is researching a new housing model designed to help recent graduates transition into homeownership sooner. The idea, GradHaus™, would offer small, independent homes near campus where alumni can live after graduation while setting aside part of…
April 23 @ noon – Soak a Scrummy Rugby Fundraiser
Want to throw water at people? Want to support the rugby club? On Thursday, April 23, from 12-1 p.m. on the JAYwalk, come support OWU Women’s Rugby by throwing water at us! Only $1 per cup OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Changing Exterior Door Locks on Academic Buildings, Collecting Keys
Thank you for your positive feedback on the swipe/tap card readers now used to enter OWU’s academic buildings and on our ongoing work to improve campus security. Beginning Feb. 17, we will continue this initiative and, as announced in August,…
Apply Now! Student Assistantship (StAP) and Legacy Proposals for 2026-2027
Would you like to hire a student intern on campus and provide them with hands-on experience in a professional setting? Proposals for the Student Assistantship Program (StAP) and Legacy Internship Program are NOW open for faculty and staff! This is your…
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…
University Classifieds
Sept. 6 – Common Application Workshop
Sept. 6 @ 8:30 a.m. – Help a high school senior with the Common Application! Know a high school junior or senior who could use help with the Common Application and essay? Encourage them to attend the Common Application Workshop hosted by…
PAID Babysitting Opportunity. Gain Experience in Education, Psychology, & Social Work
Local family in Marengo, OH, is seeking a kind, dependable sitter for their 21-month-old daughter. Ideal for college students or recent grads in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Work, or related fields looking for meaningful, hands-on experience with young children. Hours: Midday, 5-6…
Fans for Friends Donation Program Seeks New Box Fans
The Delaware County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), in collaboration with People in Need (PIN) of Delaware County, is seeking donations of new box fans this summer to keep those without air-conditioning from living in dangerous temperatures. Donations may be dropped…
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