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Campuswide News & Events
Retirement Reception for Will Kopp – May 5, 4-5:30 p.m. in Merrick 301
Join us for a retirement reception celebrating Will Kopp! For nearly 12 years, Will has shaped and shared OWU’s story with creativity, passion, and vision. Stop by Merrick 301 on Monday, May 5, from 4-5:30 p.m. to thank him and…
🎓❤️ Make a Senior Smile – Sign the ’25 Kudoboard
As graduation approaches, join us in celebrating the accomplishments of this year’s seniors. Share a personal message of congratulations, encouragement, or a favorite memory on the official OWU Class of 2025 Kudoboard. You can even add photos or videos! Click…
Education Honorary Kappa Delta Pi Congratulates Seniors
The Alpha Alpha Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi International Education Honorary congratulates senior members: Jennifer Allen, Brynn Blackstone, Emily Dunn, Caroline Fleming, Lauren Gerber, Sydney Good, Erika Harris, Jacob Hinger, Hannah Huffman, Gen Maddox, Grace Martin, Allie Maziarz, Sarah Mazzei,…
Education Honorary Inducts 24 New Members into Kappa Delta Pi
The Alpha Alpha Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi International Education Honorary inducted new members during the Spring 2025 induction ceremony. New members are: Brynn Blackstone, Katie Davis, Emily Dunn, Annabel Fauver, Lauren Gerber, Jenna Harmon, Henry Holman, Hannah Huffman, Ryleigh…
Volunteers Needed for Commencement – May 10!
Commencement is fast approaching on Saturday, May 10, and we still need plenty of volunteers to help make the day a success! This special event is a time to celebrate our graduates, and we’d love your support to ensure everything runs…
May 5 @ 7:30 p.m. – Creative Projects & Snacks by Philosophy & Social Change Class
Philosophy & Social Change students will present posters, video, readings, and more to share some of what they learned this semester from their currently incarcerated learning partners. Special snacks from Ann Arbor. Philosophy & Social Change Creative Presentations Date: 2025-05-05…
OWU Connection News & Events
Save the Date! – Spring Connection Conference
Feb. 27, 2025, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – The Spring Connection Conference is one month away! Take this day of instruction to engage in advising and mentorship opportunities to help you make your OWU Connection, connect with employers at…
Career Connection – NEW Spring Semester Drop-in Hours
Hello, Bishops! Starting this semester, the Career Connection Office’s new Drop-In Hours are Monday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. You can still find us in Slocum 207 during these times. Drop-In Hours are a great opportunity to…
Feb. 6 @ 12 p.m. – What Can LinkedIn Do For You?
Ready to Level Up Your LinkedIn Game? Are you looking to create or enhance your LinkedIn profile? Want hands-on guidance to improve it in real-time? Curious about how to use LinkedIn effectively for networking and building meaningful connections? Join alumni experts Newton…
Feb. 4 @ 12 p.m. – Nerdy Approach to Job Seeking
Embark on an epic quest to redefine the job search! This workshop transforms the stress of career exploration into an adventure, drawing inspiration from beloved fandoms like Dungeons and Dragons, Harry Potter, and Lord of the Rings. Channel your inner…
Jan. 31 – FREE Professional LinkedIn Headshots, 3rd Floor Slocum
Register on Handshake to get your professional LinkedIn Headshot taken for FREE from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Slocum Hall. This come-and-go event takes no longer than 15 minutes, depending on the line. Dress: Business Casual. Co-sponsored by Bishop Elevate and…
Today @ 7:30 p.m. – Join Us for the 2025 Economic Outlook Conference!
Are you interested in the future of the global, national, and regional economies? Join us today, Jan. 28, for the 2025 Economic Outlook Conference! Three experts will share their forecasts for these economies during the annual conference organized by The…
Student News & Events
Join Us Today – Student Support Group
Starting college is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re offering a Student Support Group to offer a casual, supportive space to talk, listen, and connect with other students facing similar experiences—whether it’s stress, homesickness, academics, or adjusting…
Nov. 11 – Hearts of Glass Documentary Screening, Free Admission
Strand Theater – Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 6:30 p.m. – Free Admission | Hearts of Glass follows the tumultuous first 15 months of operation of Vertical Harvest (VH), a multi-story, state-of-the-art hydroponic greenhouse that grows crops while providing meaningful, competitively-paid…
June 2026 – Join Potential Nepal Theory-to-Practice Grant Team
Interested in conservation, economics, or rewilding? Join a potential student-led Theory-to-Practice Grant to the Himalayas to study rewilding and wildlife conservation with local partners. Open to all science and business majors. (potential trip would involve strenuous hiking) Contact Cal Klinzing…
Sept. 25 & 26 – Around the Globe Film Festival!
Want to watch more movies from around the world? Join us for OWU’s first-ever Around the Globe Film Fest, showcasing international cinema with two acclaimed films: The Way He Looks (Brazil) – Sept. 25. at 7 p.m. Summer of 85 (France) –…
Sept. 24 @ 12 p.m. – Biology Board Ice Cream Social!
Come hang out with the biology student board with some ice cream and popsicles! The event will be held in the Science Center Atrium from 12-1 p.m., so stop by in between classes and say hello! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Biology…
Interested in a WinS Sweatshirt?
Want to rep a Women in STEM Sweatshirt? Fill out the form below to let us know you are interested! Form will be open until Sept. 24: Interest Form (Note: This form is to get an idea of the number of…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Needed for OWL Camp
OWL Camp needs 2-pocket folders. Do you have any (new) errant folders lying about? If so, please donate to OWL Camp to help the environment and keep costs down. Please email the OWL office, and we will pick them up,…
🎓 Help Us Celebrate the Class of 2025!
As graduation approaches, join us in celebrating the accomplishments of this year’s seniors. Share a personal message of congratulations, encouragement, or a favorite memory on the official OWU Class of 2025 Kudoboard. You can even add photos or videos! Click here…
Call for Volunteers: Help Make Commencement Unforgettable
We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to lend a helping hand during this year’s commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 10. Join us in celebrating the incredible achievements of our graduates and making this day truly special for them and…
University Classifieds
Staying on Campus? Volunteers Needed at Boardman Arts Park – May 25
Volunteers are needed for the upcoming Boardman Arts Park “May Madness Event” on May 25. Available shifts run between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., and the park is within walking distance from campus. Volunteers will receive a $5 food voucher…
LOST & FOUND: Glasses, Headphones, Mickey Drink Container in Elliott Hall
Over the last few days, many items have shown up in Elliott Hall’s lost and found. Throughout the building, glasses, a Mickey-themed drink container, winter hat, headphones (from the fall) have been placed in our lost and found. Please come…
Boardman Arts Park Seeks Volunteers for May 25 Event
Boardman Arts Park is hosting May Madness on May 25, featuring games, face painting, food trucks, artists selling their wares, T-Rex racing, music, and more. Organizers are seeking a total of 60 volunteers to support the event. The park is…
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