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Campuswide News & Events
Nov. 12 @ Noon – Library Town Hall in Hobson
Dear Campus Community, Please join us for an OWU Library town hall meeting from Noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, in the Hobson Library. At the session, we will discuss the next steps for our Library Complex and…
Fine Arts Winter Market Opportunity!
Are you a creative who is interested in selling your creations this holiday season? The Fine Arts Department is looking to host a winter market during December where students, staff, and faculty can sell handmade items (posters/ postcards of original…
Today @ 10:30 a.m. – Please join us for a Special Campus Announcement
Ohio Wesleyan is excited to welcome guests to campus for a special announcement with Columbus-based I Know I Can, one of the nation’s most impactful college-access programs. Join us in the Slocum Reading Room at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11,…
Today @ 12:10 p.m. – Election 2024 Debrief
Do you have questions about the election results? Are you confused about the (potential) lack of results on Election Night? What happens after the elections? Feel free to bring your own lunch and join us in Ham-Wil 304 today, Nov.…
Nov. 8 @ 7:30 p.m. – A Cappellooza
Come join us for a night of amazing a cappella performances on Nov. 8 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in Gray Chapel, University Hall. You don’t want to miss this incredible showcase of vocal talent! Get ready to be blown…
Nov. 10 @ 3 p.m. – Choral Art and Chamber Choir Concert
OWU’s Choral Art Society and Chamber Choir will perform this Sunday, Nov. 10, at 3 p.m. in Gray Chapel. Pieces performed will range from classical to recent works. The groups are conducted by Dr. Jason Hiester. Admission is free. OWU…
OWU Connection News & Events
Oct. 25 @ 1 p.m. – Time and Location Change! Precision Medicine in SCSC 163
Due to STEM core courses 4th-hour conflicts, Clark Howell ’89 has agreed to give his presentation and speak with students from 1-2 p.m. in SCSC Room 163! Please register on Handshake! See you there! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Career Connection and…
Tonight @ 6 p.m. – Speed Mock Interview Event!
Hoping to land an internship, summer job, or a full-time position? Nervous about interviewing? A Mock Interview will help immensely as you prepare for your future career! As they say, practice makes perfect – and this is your opportunity to…
Today @ 12:15 p.m. – Is Berkshire Hathaway for you?
Interested in learning about a career in Insurance or Risk Management? What to meet with some experts in the field? Then join us for a lunch meeting with Berkshire Hathaway Speciality Insurance and find out if this is right for…
Oct. 25 @ Noon – Neuroscience Interest Lunch
Are you interested in learning more about Neuroscience? Is your brain fried from figuring out your schedule? Don’t worry! We can help you achieve your potential. If you are a Neuroscience student or considering a Neuroscience major/minor, join Drs. Bailey,…
Oct. 22 and 23 – Psychology Advising Opportunities
Learn about OWU’s Psychology major! Hear from upperclassmen about classes they have taken. Chat with Faculty and enjoy pizza and cookies. Tuesday, Oct. 22 at Noon and Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 4 p.m. in Phillips 110. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Psychology…
Tonight @ 6 p.m. – Social Impact Networking Night
In this new pilot of a signature program, come join professionals, alumni, and local leaders who will come together to provide a curated networking experience! Spend a couple of minutes with each professional, talk with them about their path, and…
Student News & Events
Nov. 12 – Last Day to Withdraw from Second-Module Courses
Tuesday, Nov. 12 is the Withdrawal deadline for Second-Module courses. Withdrawing from a course is an option when you are certain you are no longer in a position to pass. Questions to Consider Before Withdrawing: Have you talked with your professor about whether…
Nov. 13 @ 8 p.m. – RA/Mod Information Session
If you are interested in the RA/Mod position but want a little more information come check out our information session on Wednesday, Nov. 13 @ 8 p.m. at the Smith Hall Stairs. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Residential Life Contact: Jon Maldonado…
Nov. 16 @ 8 p.m. – Calabash! In the Benes Rooms
Calabash is an event that celebrates African and Caribbean culture. There will be food, henna artists, music, and Black vendors! Come learn about different cultures with us! Nov. 16 from 8-11 p.m. in the HWCC Benes Rooms! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…
Melvin Van Peebles Symposium T-Shirt Design Competition!
Calling all creatives! Enter the T-shirt design contest for the 2025 Melvin Van Peebles Symposium. Create a captivating design that reflects the theme: Disruption!! Signal Fires, Reckoning, and Jubilee Through Black Art. Submit your design here by Nov. 23. The winner…
Nov. 13 – Meet Film Director Melinda Raebyne!
Join us as we welcome filmmaker Melinda Raebyne to campus for an engaging look into her career, the art of filmmaking, and her latest documentary, They Scream Freedom (Ellos gritan libertad), which captures the powerful protests and calls for freedom in…
Menstrual Product Drive: a SEAL House Project from Nov. 11-22
Join the Service Engagement and Leadership house for an incredible house project addressing period poverty in the central Ohio region! Leyna will be collecting menstrual products from Nov. 11 through Nov. 22 (donations can be dropped off at SEAL SLU or reach…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Thurs, Nov. 14 – Join Us for the Employee Wellness Fair in Merrick 301
Come join us from 11:30-1:30 on Thursday, Nov. 14! The Employee Wellness Fair is designed to provide you with valuable resources, information, and opportunities to enhance your physical and mental well-being. Here’s some of what you can expect: Biometric Health…
Nominate a Colleague for the STAR & SPARK Awards Today!
Do you have a staff colleague who beams with Bishop pride, is hard-working, supportive, positive, and always on their A-Game!? We encourage you to nominate them for the prestigious OWU STAR (Special Thanks and Recognition) Award. To learn more about the STAR and SPARK awards and see…
Nov. 14 – CODEX Open Sessions
Megan Mitchell, CODEX program director for the Ohio Five, will be on campus Nov. 14 to discuss consortial support for Open Education work writ large – OERs, free or low-cost textbooks, and other kinds of course materials, as well as…
University Classifieds
Found: Small Black Box
I found a small, black, hinged box near the parking lot loop at Hayes Hall last week. It contains something valuable. If you believe this item is yours, please contact me to discuss its return at eehelenb@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWL Program Contact: Eve Helenberger at eehelenb@owu.edu
Found: Heart Necklace
I found a heart-shaped necklace on the JAYwalk. Email me at Jgryan@owu.edu if you believe it might be yours! Contact: Julia Ryan at jgryan@owu.edu
Admission Hiring Event Ambassadors
Ohio Wesleyan’s Admission Office is hiring Event Ambassadors! This is a great opportunity to show off your love for OWU and help pass that on to future students. For more information and to apply, visit OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Admission…
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