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Campuswide News & Events
Oct. 3 – Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Join us for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, Oct. 3! To register, click this link: 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Delaware, OH: OWU Community | Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The walk takes place downtown from about 9 to 9:30 a.m. A group of us will be…
Sept. 30 @ 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. – International Recovery Day
Join The Bishop Way on The Jay on Sept. 30, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., to recognize and bring awareness to International Recovery Day. Partners, including Counseling Services, Safe Harbor, and NAMI, will be there, along with helpful information about recovery. Rain…
Door Decorating Contest for Homecoming Weekend – PRIZE!
Open the door to OWU spirit for Homecoming & Family Weekend by decorating your dorm-room door Monday (Sept. 28) – Friday (Oct. 2)! Materials provided & winners will receive an OWU Swag Bag (shirt, flag, bag, solo cup, stickers &…
Support Dolly’s Literacy Legacy with Books for the ECC
In honor of Dolly Parton Day, we are pleased to announce that you, too, can help share the joy of reading. Inspired by Dolly’s mission to foster early literacy, we are collecting new and gently used books for students at…
Parking Notification: Solar Canopy Work in SCSC, Bradford Milligan Lots
Parking lots scheduled for new or ongoing solar canopy installations during the week of Sept. 28 are listed below. As the 15-foot-tall canopies are installed, affected lots will be closed and reopened in stages as outlined at owu.edu (Please note…
Selby Stadium Parking Lot Closure – Homecoming & Family Weekend
In preparation for Homecoming & Family Weekend, the Selby Stadium parking lot will close at 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026, so event setup can begin the following morning. Please ensure all vehicles are removed from the lot prior…
OWU Connection News & Events
Launch Your Internship & Research Search @ OWU Connection Conference
Wondering how to go about finding, applying, interviewing, and preparing for internship and/or research opportunities? It can be a daunting process, and the Career Connection team is here to give you the resources, next-steps, and hands on support you’ll need.…
Explore Your Options – The Fall Connection Conference Schedule is Here!
The Fall Connection Conference is back on Thursday, Sept. 24 (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.), and it’s replacing your regular class schedule for the day as an alternative day of instruction! With dynamic sessions every hour, you’ll hear how students…
🌍 Travel-Learning Courses – One Week Left to Apply!
Visit the TLC website for information about the application and the variety of courses and destinations being offered. The application closes Oct. 1, 2026. Questions? Email international@owu.edu or stop by the IOCP office (Slocum 311). OWU Sponsor: Ohio Wesleyan University…
✔️i-Qubed is Back! Vote Now for Lecture Presenters!
Which professors do you want to hear present 3-minute lectures at Ohio Wesleyan’s upcoming i³ (i-Qubed) event? Vote today through Thursday, Sept. 24! Go online now, or visit our table at Thursday’s OWU Connection Conference. The top vote-getters will present…
Sept. 24 – Black Wall Street in HWCC Atrium
Come learn, network, and shop from local BIPOC-owned businesses and OWU BIPOC student-entrepreneurs during the annual Black Wall Street! Held in the HWCC Atrium from 12 to 2 p.m. Sept. 24, this event is inspired by the legacy of Tulsa,…
🚀 TODAY’S THE DAY! Stop by the Career Fair 🎉🚀
The 2026 Career & Grad School Fair is happening TODAY in the Ham-Wil Atrium & Benes Rooms 🎉. This is your chance to connect with 80+ employers actively recruiting for full-time roles and summer internships. Bring your resume, your questions,…
Student News & Events
Career Exploration Group Starting TODAY at 4 p.m.
Looking for support as you navigate your career journey? OWU Counseling Services and Career Connections are partnering to offer an 8-week group focused on exploring common challenges and questions related to career development. 📅 Mondays, Sept. 28 (Today) – Nov.…
Sept. 29 @ 12:10 p.m. – Got Genes? You Do! Investigate Genetic Counseling!🔍
Interested in a career path in biology, genetics, psychology, and counseling? Come follow a case study example and hear from a Genetic Counselor during your lunch hour! Speaker Rose Hokanson from Nationwide Children’s Hospital is coming to OWU to speak…
PG Lunch & Learn – Sept 29 @ 12:10 p.m. at Elliott 101!
Join the Politics & Government Department for our first monthly lunch & learn as we try to make sense of political events from the past few months! It will be in Elliott Hall, Room 101, Sept. 29, at 12:10 p.m.…
Paint & Sip Event Today! 4-6 p.m. @ The 1842
IMPORTANT: This is a private event and RSVP is required to attend. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot in advance! Come enjoy an afternoon of painting, conversation, food, and connection. This event is a collaboration between…
TODAY – Meet Latine/Hispanic Faculty and Staff w/ VIVA!
Pan y Cafecitos: Meet OWU’s Latine/Hispanic faculty and staff in the Crider Lounge today at 12 p.m. VIVA, the Latine club on campus, invites you to meet OWU employees who share your cultural backgrounds, language, and traditions. Enjoy hot chocolate, coffee,…
Sept. 28 @ 6-7:30 p.m. – Autumn Mixer at BMH Patio
Want to meet new people on campus? Come out to the Autumn Mixer on Monday, Sept. 28, from 6-7:30 p.m. on the Bradford Milligan Hall patio. Enjoy spin art, crafts, seasonal mocktails, and music while connecting with other students. Come…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Seeking November Information for OWU Events Calendar, Media Release
As you schedule events open to the general public, please share details for Ohio Wesleyan’s online events calendar and monthly media release. Monthly public events calendars typically are posted online and emailed to news media, community groups, and local schools…
Professor Emeritus Marty Hipsky Passes Away
We are sad to report that Martin A. Hipsky Jr., Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of English, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 14, 2026, at his home in New Haven, Connecticut. He was 62. Dr. Hipsky joined the Ohio Wesleyan faculty in…
Faculty – Share Your Thoughts About the Honors Program
Please join us for a casual conversation about the Honors Program. We will meet in Merrick 203 on Tuesday, Sept. 22, and in Merrick 202 on Wednesday, Sept. 23. Both meetings will be “come and go,” and take place from…
University Classifieds
Found – Trekking Poles in Ham-Wil
A pair of trekking poles were found in Ham-Wil. Email William Hayes to claim them: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsor: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
Say ‘Congratulations’ to Bob Beneke!
Congratulations to Bob Beneke, boiler operator/controls technician for OWU Facilities, for winning the Hartford Fair Figure 8 Demo Derby this week. After winning his first heat, Bob advanced to the feature race and was first to cross the finish line…
Final Markdowns on Clearance at the OWU Bookstore! $1-$5
Final markdowns have been taken on clearance merchandise! Most items are between $1 and $5! Sizes are limited and available only while supplies last. Look for the orange stickers. Stock up on OWU merch at these unbeatable prices. OWU Sponsoring…
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