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Campuswide News & Events
Semester Break Hours for Hobson Library
Semester Break hours for the Hobson Library can be viewed on the library’s website at Updates or changes to these hours will also be posted on the hours page. Slocum Reading Room is available 24/7 for study and printing…
Dec. 14-15 – Planned Closure of U.S. 36/Ohio 37
The City of Delaware shares this planned road closure information to help everyone plan accordingly. An overnight closure of U.S. 36 and Ohio 37 to all through traffic between Lake Street and SR 521 is planned for the evening of…
Jan. 20 – Delaware’s 32nd annual MLK Celebration
Get your tickets now! Join us Jan. 20, 2025, for the 32nd annual MLK Celebration, in the Benes Rooms. Doors will open at 9:45 a.m. for the event themed “Growing Towards Justice: From Root to Fruit.” The keynote speaker is…
Final Week for ‘Fossils and Halos’ and ‘Pictures with Stories!’
Take a break at the Ross Art Museum! It’s the final week for Fossils and Halos: Kristina Bogdanov, Frank Hobbs, and Jeff Nilan and for Tony Mendoza: Pictures with Stories. Come see this amazing work before it’s gone! The Ross Art…
OWU Daily Winter Break Publication Schedule
Happy Holidays! The OWU Daily will be published daily through Monday, Dec. 16. It will publish again Jan. 6 and return to daily publication Jan. 13. Thank you and enjoy your winter break! –The OWU Daily editors
Jan. 14 @ Noon – Lunch and Learn: Part Two of Thriving Through Change and Conflict, Strategies for Success
Thriving Through Change and Conflict: Strategies for Success (Part 2) Noon – 1:30 p.m. in Merrick Hall, Room 301. RSVP by Jan. 7. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Human Resources Contact: Kari Lindecamp at kjlindecamp@owu.edu
OWU Connection News & Events
Today @ Noon – Finance Lunch Chat! Corns 312
Confused? Just declared your major? Graduating soon? Come to today’s Finance Lunch Chat and learn about majoring in Finance! Join us for a session with a student panel discussing their Finance internships and an in-depth discussion by Professor Barbara Macleod…
Tomorrow @ Noon – Finance Lunch Chat! Corns 312
Confused? Just declared your major? Graduating soon? Come to the Finance Lunch Chat on Sept. 12 and learn about majoring in Finance! Join us for a session with a student panel discussing their Finance internships and an in-depth discussion by…
Today @ Noon – Informational Interviews: Great Conversations to Help You Network and Move Forward
Want to talk with someone in a field of interest but are not quite sure what to ask? Good informational interviews (aka career conversations) can help you gain insights, make decisions, grow your network, and move forward! Consultant, Executive Coach,…
Today @ Noon – Life as a STEM Major
Ready to launch your STEM journey at Ohio Wesleyan University? Don’t miss this exclusive event hosted by Career Connection, designed specifically for first and second-year STEM students! Whether you’re just starting or looking to sharpen your skills, this event is…
Sept. 13 @ 12:10 p.m. – Info Session for Spring ‘Britainistan’ Travel-Learning Course
Interested in learning more about Travel-Learning Courses for Spring 2025? Come join an information session for ENG/REL 300 15. Drs. Comorau and Gunasti will host an information session for their interdisciplinary course “Britainistan: Literary and Religious Narratives of British Muslims.”…
Spring 2025 Travel-Learning Course Applications LIVE
Spend a semester in the classroom learning about a topic of interest and then hit the road for a related travel experience. Led by your professors, Travel-Learning Courses connect academic theory with real-world experience to bring learning to life in invaluable…
Student News & Events
Feb. 27 @ 6:30 p.m. – Free Movie: Smoke Signals with the Strand
Come by the Strand Theatre to see Smoke Signals this Thursday, Feb. 27. This is another movie in our “Culture Push” series, co-hosted by The Ross Museum and the historic Strand Theatre, funded through a grant by Art Bridges. Doors open…
Feb. 24 @ Noon – Bake for Ukraine
Your help is a step toward making a great change. Join us on Feb. 24 from noon to 1 p.m. in Ham-Wil to try Ukrainian desserts while contributing to Ukraine’s victory through donations. All of the funds raised will go…
Participate in Neuroscience Research Study and Get a Chance to Win a $25 Amazon Gift Card!
We are conducting a Cognitive Neuroscience Research Study to examine the use of cognitive control during gameplay. Participants will complete a 1-hour session. We will collect your behavioral responses during the video game to assess cognitive control. If interested, please…
Feb. 24 @ 7 p.m. – Sex Positive Bingo in the Benes Rooms!
Monday, Feb. 24 from 7-9 p.m. in the Benes Rooms. Grab your friends and stop by Ham-Wil on Monday evening for Bingo mixed with sexual wellness-related trivia games and demonstrations! Prizes will include sex toys and other sexual wellness products!…
Participate in Neuroscience Research Study and get a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card!
We are conducting a Cognitive Neuroscience Research Study to examine the use of cognitive control during gameplay. Participants will complete a 1-hour session. We will collect your behavioral responses during the video game to assess cognitive control. No prior gaming…
Last Day To Submit Travel Abroad Applications For Fall 2025!
If you are considering traveling abroad in fall semester, today is your last day to submit an application. Please reach out to the IOCP office if you have any questions or concerns! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact: Kelsey Eckhert at…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Fall ’24 Cybersecurity Training Scheduled
All faculty and staff will receive the fall cybersecurity training via email on Monday, Oct. 28. This is a recommended training and takes less than 15 minutes to complete. The training module will be open through the end of this…
Former Staff Member Donna Tucker Savely Passes Away
We are sad to share that former OWU staff member Donna Tucker Savely, 86, passed away earlier this month. She had recently moved to Sebring, Florida, from Delaware, Ohio, where she resided for over 60 years. Donna worked at Ohio…
Former Staff Member Pam Besel Passes Away
We are sad to share that former OWU staff member Pam Besel passed away Oct. 20 in Upper Arlington, Ohio. Her family shares that Pam lived a full and giving life while dealing with Type 1 diabetes before she “joined…
University Classifieds
Jan. 15 deadline! Boardman Arts Park Seeks Submissions for ‘Diversity in Delaware’ Photo Exhibition
The OWU community is invited to submit photos for consideration for Boardman Arts Park’s juried “Diversity in Delaware” exhibition. The deadline to submit is 8 p.m. Jan. 15. For complete guidelines and submission deadlines, visit Please note: Attending OWU…
Free Toyota C-HR OEM Winter Mats and Truck Shade
I have a complete set of OEM Winter Floor Mats and a truck privacy shade that I would like to give away for free to someone who has a Toyota C-HR (any year, all models). Please let me know if…
Trying To Find A Gift For The Holiday And A Holiday Deal? Look No Further!
Hi all! In addition to the custom-made rings I make, I am currently in the process of creating Christmas and Winter-themed rings! 🙂 These are a perfect gift for family and friends interested in jewelry and the winter holidays! These…
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