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Campuswide News & Events
Help Shape the Future: Last Day for We Are OWU!
Today’s your last day to support We Are OWU! Don’t delay and visit We Are OWU today. Experience the joy in generosity. Stop by our tables in the HWCC Atrium during lunch today to help say thank you to donors that make…
Feb. 22 – Reading Room Closed for Admission Event
The Slocum Hall Reading Room will be closed for an Admission Event from 10-11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22. Thank you for helping us to welcome prospective Bishops and families to campus! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Admission Office Contact: Julie Weller…
Today @ Noon – We Are OWU Launches in Ham-Wil with fun, gratitude, and PRIZES
We Are OWU launches at noon! Visit We Are OWU to watch our progress to 1,000 donors, check out the generous matches, and keep up with the excitement of the campaign. Stop by the Ham-Wil Atrium at noon to visit our tables…
Bishop Backers Community Day & Expo
Come join us for the annual Bishop Backers Community Day & Expo on Saturday, Feb. 22. The family-friendly event will include free admission to an OWU women’s and men’s varsity basketball doubleheader, and a Delaware Expo featuring children’s activities, local nonprofits and businesses, CPR…
March 1 @ 11 a.m. – Bibibop Rugby Fundraiser
Come to Bibibop in Lewis Center to support the Women’s Rugby Club on Saturday, March 1. Women’s rugby will receive 20% of all proceeds when our fundraiser is mentioned at checkout, or when code BIBIFUNDRAISER is used when ordering online.…
Feb. 20 @ Noon and 4 p.m. – Data Analytics Candidate Seminars with Mehwish Abbasi
Please join us for a teaching talk and a research talk by Data Analytics candidate Mehwish Abbasi. Free and open to everyone. Teaching Talk Time: noon – 1 p.m. Research Talk Time: 4-5 p.m. Location: Schimmel/Conrades Science Center, Room 211…
OWU Connection News & Events
Oct. 10 – Grady Hospital Career Trek
Join fellow Pre-Health students on an amazing day trip over fall break to the local Grady Memorial Hospital! What you’ll do: Sit in on a Panel discussion with medical professionals representing several departments including surgery, nursing, technicians, respiratory specialists, physical…
Oct. 2 @ Noon – Critical Success: A Nerdy Approach to Job Seeking
Interested in learning about your career skills in a Dungeons and Dragons-like format? Want a truly casual and nerdy approach to this search? What skills are you preparing for your career journey? Join a truly casual workshop showcasing a unique…
Oct. 1 – Chill Out and Make Friendship Bracelets in IOCP
Tuesday, Oct. 1, is OWU Community Care Day! Come chill in the IOCP office (Slocum 311) and make a global-themed Friendship Bracelet! We’ll have all the supplies along with tea, coffee, and international snacks! Yum! Drop by anytime between 9 a.m.…
Oct. 1 – Japan Study and Border Studies Visit
Our institutional representative from Earlham’s Japan Study & Border Studies programs, Roger Adkins, will be on campus on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Established in 1963, Japan Study is one of the oldest and most comprehensive programs in higher education exchange between the United States and Japan. Based at…
Oct. 1 – Theory-to-Practice Grant Deadline
Theory-to-Practice Grant (TPG) submissions are due Oct. 1 at 11:59 p.m. Go to the TPG web page for guidelines and instructions and the application form. Questions? Please drop by the IOCP office in Slocum Hall (3rd floor) and speak with a…
Today @ 3 p.m. – LBV Lecture Series with Marius Smit, Founder of Plastic Whale
Join impact entrepreneur Marius Smit during the OWU Connection Conference as he shares his extraordinary journey from a solo dreamer to the founder of Plastic Whale, a thriving social enterprise that’s turning plastic waste into powerful change. Today, Sept. 26,…
Student News & Events
March 17-21 – Letter Writing Stations!
Join us in honoring the amazing women in our lives! The Chief Diversity Office, alongside the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, will host letter-writing stations in Merrick the entire week of March 17-21 all day! Additionally, stop by the Ham-Wil…
Tutoring Opportunities Available: Sign Up to Assist Local Students!
The OWU Education Department often has parents, schools, and community organizations reach out to us asking if our students can tutor. We are compiling a list of OWU students who may be interested in providing a tutoring service to our…
Seeking a Reporting & Writing Intern for 2025-2026 (StAP Position)
The Office of University Communications is hiring an intern to report and write news and feature articles, especially student Q&A reflections of their OWU Connection experiences during the 2025-2026 academic year. Other assignments may include researching and writing feature stories…
March 22 @ 1 p.m. – Trip to Bridge Park
The Bishop Way is hosting an off-campus trip to Bridge Park in Dublin, OH on Saturday, March 22, from 1 to 5 p.m. Come join us for some exploring, shopping, and fun activities at local restaurants, businesses, and attractions. Students…
March 18 @ Noon – Budget Training Open House
Join us for a WCSA budget open house, where you can get guidance on submitting your fall budget! Stop by to ask questions, review the WCSA guidelines, and ensure your budget is ready to go. No appointment is needed –…
Secure Your 2025-2026 On-Campus Internships!
We’re excited to announce that applications are open for our three on-campus internship programs for the 2025-2026 academic year. Position descriptions are now available at the program websites: Student Assistantship Program (StAP), Legacy Internship Program, and Bishop Elevate First-Generation Internship Program. Please note…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Early Check Run Dec. 18 Before Winter Break
Due to the winter break beginning on Dec. 19, Accounting will be completing that week’s check run early on WEDNESDAY, Dec. 18. Concur expense reports and cash advances will be processed on Monday, Dec. 16. The check run will be…
Dec. 5 @ 10 a.m. – Medicare 101: Understanding Medicare – Virtual Session with RetireMed
Join us to discover who RetireMed is and who they can help. Medicare is complicated, RetireMed can simplify it. RetireMed has prepared the following agenda: Introducing RetireMed Medicare Basics Working Past Age 65 OWU Coverage vs. Medicare Retiring Before Age…
Dec. 4 @ Noon – Final Market Position Town Hall TODAY
We hope you’ll join us today for the final town hall about market position from noon – 1 p.m. in the HWCC Benes Rooms. Feel free to bring your lunch. We will provide snacks, fruit, beverages, and some sweet treats. OWU…
University Classifieds
Red Charcoal Grill Outside Bradford Milligan Needs Picked Up
If you own a small red charcoal grill and left it outside Bradford Milligan Hall, don’t worry — I have it. I brought it into my dorm since it was starting to rust due to the poor weather conditions. If…
Found – Wooden Bead Bracelet
Found in the Smith parking lot — a wooden bead bracelet with a silver cross with a heart around the cross. Contact William Hayes to claim: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
March 20-27 – March Earring Sale Part 2
Hey everyone! In honor of both Women’s History Month I will be selling custom made earrings and rings for anyone interested in receiving earrings to acknowledge the women we celebrate and all the women that deserve to be celebrated in…
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