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Campuswide News & Events
Spring Break Hours for the OWU Libraries
Spring Break hours for the OWU Libraries begin Saturday, March 5th and can be viewed on the libraries’ website at Please note during Spring Break the hours that Beeghly is officially closed, the Bashford Lounge will remain open to students…
TONIGHT! March 1, 7-9 PM – Sturges After Dark Digital Humanities Mardi Gras Party
The English Department invites you to a Sturges-After-Dark Digital Humanities Party from 7 pm to 9 pm on Tuesday, March 1, on the first floor in Sturges Hall. Experience student text adventures created on the Twine platform! Sample story-rich video…
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,…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
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…
Apply for a Student-Faculty Committee! Open to All Grades!
Are you interested in being more involved on campus and learning more about university-related affairs? Then apply for a student-faculty committee! Each committee focuses on a different aspect of school life, so apply for the one that interests you the…
TODAY @ Noon: Psychology Student Board/Counseling Services Event (with Crumbl Cookies!)
Are you interested in learning more about careers in Mental Health/Clinical Counseling, Psychology, or related fields? If so, join us in Merrick 301 TODAY, Oct. 10, from 12-12:50 p.m. for an event collaboration between the Psychology Student Board and Counseling…
TODAY @ Noon – Crumbl Cookie Voter Registration Celebration in HWCC!
Come to the HWCC Atrium from noon-1 p.m. today, Oct. 10, to receive a Crumbl Cookie as a reward for being registered to vote! It is the voter registration deadline for the Ohio Nov. 7 election, and we will be…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
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…
OWU Director of Human Resources Campus Open Sessions with Faculty/Staff
All Faculty / Staff are invited to attend via Zoom the open sessions with the finalists for the Director of Human Resources position. Open sessions for the three finalists will be hosted on the following dates/times: • Tuesday, March 9 from…
Mar. 5 – BigTree Introductory Training
Information Services is providing an open training session on BigTree CMS on Friday, March 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The training will be held on Zoom. Learn how to manage your department’s or program’s web presence on our…
University Classifieds
FOUND: Pencil Case with Colored Pens
About 2 or 3 weeks ago, I found a small, brown, fabric pencil case between Smith and Hayes halls with colorful art pens in it. They are high quality and may belong to someone in an art class who is…
Part-Time Summer Nanny Needed in Delaware
A local Delaware family needs a part-time nanny this summer. Location within walking distance of campus. Hours: Mon. through Fri., 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., 15 hours/week @ $12/hour ($180/week). Location: our home in Northwest Delaware (Griswold St.). Care is…
Fall Job Opportunity: Become an OWU Bishop Ambassador!
The Office of Admissions is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Tour Guide. If you are interested, please email Gabrielle Poliseno at gmpolise@owu.edu with your resume and cover letter. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Office of Admissions. Contact: Gabrielle Poliseno at gmpolise@owu.edu.
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