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Campuswide News & Events
March 7-9 – Fire Alarm Testing During Spring Break
Buildings & Grounds will be conducting state-required fire alarm inspections and tests during spring break. There will be no need to evacuate the buildings during testing. The work will result in alarms sounding and strobe lights flashing multiple times per…
March 2 @ 6 PM – Candlelight Vigil for Ukraine
Join Horizons at the staircase outside Beeghly Library on Wednesday 2nd March at 6pm for a candlelight vigil in support of Ukraine and its citizens. In this time of pain and suffering, we urge the OWU community to join us…
March 3 @ 4:30 PM – Unstoppable 100 Women and Girls Event
The Communication Student Board is collaborating with Role Model Magazine to put on Unstoppable 100 Women and Girls: A Book Launch and Storytelling event. The livestream will run from 4:30pm – 6:30pm, and the in-person event will run from 4:30pm…
Spring Landscaping Work Underway
Ohio Wesleyan’s mowing contractor will begin work this week to edge around flowerbeds and trees, clean up leaves, and begin preparing the campus for spring. Work will begin on residential campus and move east. This will include some noisy moments,…
March 3 @ Noon – ‘Spotlight on Ukraine’ Panel Discussion
Join Professors Stephanie Merkel, Jim Franklin, and Goran Skosples in the Benes Rooms at noon Thursday when they discuss “Spotlight on Ukraine: Discussion of the Russian Invasion and Current Crisis in Ukraine.” Attendees are invited to bring their lunch for…
Final Reminder: TPG Applications Due TONIGHT At Midnight!
Theory-to-Practice Grant applications are due today, Tuesday March 1st, at 11:59pm. Submit your grant using the application link at This is the ONLY round for this semester, so if you want feedback from the committee on your grant, don’t forget…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
Join Hall Council! Meeting Tonight @ 6 p.m.
Hall Council is a great way to build community, plan events for residents, and create hall pride. Join us in the Smith Classroom every Monday at 6 p.m.! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Residential Life Office Contact: Alyssa Yoxtheimer at aayoxtheimer@owu.edu
Sign Up for Intramural Sports Now!
Intramural sports are back for a second fall season! The season starts on Oct. 24 and finishes on Nov. 15. We are offering sand volleyball (Wednesdays, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.) at the Meek Aquatics sand volleyball court and lawn…
Apply NOW! $$ Saphir Funds $$
The Saphir Funds were created by a gift to the Economics and Business Department from Joel Leonard Saphir. Any OWU student or current Economics and Business department faculty member is eligible to apply for the Saphir Funds. For a complete…
Nov. 4 @ 6:30 p.m. – Performers needed for CALABASH!
We are looking for student performers to showcase their talents at Calabash on Nov. 4! Calabash is a celebration centering all people of the African diaspora. Performances can include dance, music, poetry, or anything else — as long as it…
Oct. 17 from 7-9 p.m. – Movie Night at Elliott Hall Sponsored by History Student Board
Come join the History Student Board at the screening of “Rebel: Loreta Velazquez, Secret Soldier of the American Civil War.” The movie examines Loreta Velazquez who fought as a man in the Civil War for both the Union and Confederacy. …
Oct. 16 @ 2:10 p.m. – Meet the OWU Alum and Mountaineer Who Summited Everest
The Rock Climbing Club is hosting an event to hear from an OWU alum Doug Pierson ’92. As an amateur climber and mountaineer, Doug has summited Everest and Denali among other peaks. He will be sharing a slideshow presentation, and…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Meek Leadership Awards – Call for Nominations
The Meek Leadership Awards were established with a contribution from Phillip J. Meek and Nancy LaPorte Meek, both 1959 OWU graduates. OWU seniors who have demonstrated exceptional leadership service during their years at Ohio Wesleyan and show promise to sustain…
Early Childhood Center Now Registering for the 2021/2022 School Year
The Early Childhood Center, a part-time preschool program for children ages 3-5, is now accepting registrations for the 2021/2022 school year. Children of OWU staff and faculty receive priority placement. Use this link to register: For questions, contact Kellie Hall: klhall@owu.edu…
Faculty & Staff Bible Study, Tues., March 9 @Noon
Faculty & Staff Bible Study is meeting virtually! March 9 @Noon You cannot “fall behind” as we study a different verse each meeting. Come share your faith and recharge your spirit! For more information contact Maureen Reese mereese@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…
University Classifieds
In Need of Graduation Rain Tickets
I am looking for anyone who may have extra rain tickets for graduation. I have six additional family members traveling to attend graduation, and any number of tickets to contribute would help. Please contact me via email if you are…
Bursar’s Office Seeks Student Assistant for the Summer
The Bursar’s Office is looking for a customer-service-oriented student to help with process communications, work with receivables in PowerCampus, update records, organize files, and other miscellaneous tasks as assigned. Preferred qualifications include natural customer-service skills, knowledge of Excel, good communications skills, and…
Looking for Mini Fridge!
If you’re looking to get rid of your mini fridge, I’d love to take it off your hands! Text me at 701-509-7642. Contact: Jasmine Spitzer at jmspitze@owu.edu
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