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Campuswide News & Events
April 25 @ Noon – SEED VESSEL Making on the JAY
Stop by and play with some dirt! (We will have gloves for those that want them.) This should only take 5 minutes of your time to help native pollinators like , , and by making seed vessels with native plant seeds. These…
April 26 @ 8 p.m. – Terpsicorps Dance Concert
We would like to invite you to the 25th anniversary of Terpsicorps. Terpsicorps is a student-run dance group at Ohio Wesleyan. We put on a dance concert every spring semester that features student choreographers and dancers. Historically, OWU Rhythms and…
Partial Closure of Edwards Drive Set for Overnight April 28 and on April 29
To accommodate a crane on campus, Edwards Drive will be closed from the Elliott Hall ADA parking spaces east to the Schimmel/Conrades Science Center parking lot beginning at 10 p.m. Sunday, April 28, and continuing through Monday, April 29. The…
TODAY @ Noon – Celebrating Dr. Kang – “I’m Not A Math Person”
Celebrating SWANA, Asian, and Pacific Islander Excellence in Research! Bring your lunch and join us from 12-1 p.m. in Hamilton-Williams Campus Center, Crider Lounge to hear from Dr. Bona Kang (Assistant Professor of Education). Dr. Kang will share a presentation…
Two New Healthy Vending Machines on Campus
Two new Healthy Ohio vending machines opened on campus April 19. One is located in the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Commuter Lounge, and the other is in the hallway near Simpson Querrey Fitness Center. The machines will be stocked with an…
April 23 @ 4:15 p.m. – Dr. Sam Nemeth Lecture Presentation: “Battle of the Bands”
In April 1845, the Belgian inventor Adolphe Sax triumphed in the French Ministry of War’s performance contest; his new brass instruments, the Saxhorns, provided audibility outdoors, high volume levels, and timbral homogeneity. In this talk, Performing Arts instructor Dr. Sam…
OWU Connection News & Events
TODAY @ Noon – Woltemade Big Problem Challenge Workshop, $3,000 Prize!
Are you interested in social entrepreneurship? Do you have big ideas that could generate social change? Are you motivated to alleviate a problem that could improve regional environmental conditions? Prepare for the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge ($3,000 prize) with a workshop focused…
Jan. 31 @ 12 p.m. – SOTC Internship Info Session
Summer on the Cuyahoga (SOTC) is a summerlong program held in the greater Cleveland Area that offers students from 9 partner schools paid internships, cost-free housing, after-hours events, and networking opportunities! On Jan. 31 from 12-1 p.m. in Benes Room B, join a representative from SOTC…
Jan. 31 @ 6:30 p.m. -🎓✨🎓100 Day Countdown to Graduation + Real Life 101 Kickoff 🎓✨🎓
Seniors – you have 100 days until graduation! This is Career Connection’s featured event to get you ready for life after graduation. It is geared for graduating seniors, and is open to any student graduating in May 2024, December 2024,…
Feb. 1 @ 11:30 a.m. – February’s Employer Spotlight!
It’s that time again! The Career Connection office is hosting 3 featured employers and grad schools looking to provide you with meaningful opportunities! Come by the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Atrium Thursday, Feb. 1, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Joining us this…
Feb. 29 – Save the Date! 2024 Spring Connection Conference
Mark your calendar, Bishops — the biannual OWU Connection Conference is back! Taking place on Thursday, Feb. 29, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., the conference will offer advising to students of all disciplines and majors. Come join us on this day…
New Date! Jan. 31@ 12 p.m. – SOTC Internship Info Session
Summer on the Cuyahoga (SOTC) is a summerlong program held in the greater Cleveland Area that offers students from 9 partner schools paid internships, cost-free housing, after-hours events, and networking opportunities! On Jan. 31 from 12-1 p.m. in Benes Room B, join a representative from SOTC…
Student News & Events
Sept. 20 @ 6 p.m. – Campfire Night with the Honors Board
Join the Honors Board for a Campfire Night at the Honors House from 6 – 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20. We will have smores, lawn games, crafting supplies, and more. We will also offer tours of the Honors House…
Sept. 18 @ Noon – Spatial Awareness with Buzzkill Mill
Join us this Wednesday from noon – 3 p.m. in the Zook Nook (first floor of HWCC) to collage and talk about social space, how it’s utilized, and who’s permitted to use it. Discussion will center on marginalized voices and…
Sept. 19 @ Noon – History Department Social
Join the History Department and Student Board for warm apple cider, coffee, donuts, and bagels! All are welcome, and it is a great opportunity to mingle with other potential history majors/minors! Meet in Elliot Hall, Room 101, from noon-1 p.m.…
Sept. 19 @ 9 p.m. – Late Night at Smith Karaoke
Residential Life will be hosting the second Late Night @ Smith on Sept. 19 from 9-11 p.m.! We will be hosting Karaoke on a volunteer basis at the Smith Stairs starting at 9 p.m. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Residential Life Contact:…
Sept. 20 @ Noon – PG Student Board Lunch and Learn, Elliott 101
Come eat lunch (Raising Cane’s) and discuss Election 2024: Voting How-To’s on Friday, Sept. 20, at noon in Elliott 101. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Politics and Government Contact: Deb Lovell at pg@owu.edu
Sept. 28 @ 1 p.m. – Group Hike Off-Campus!
The Bishop Way is hosting a group hike at Alum Creek State Park! Come enjoy the fall foliage! We’ll be hiking for around 2 hours, with breaks for games and discussions. Snacks and water will be provided. We will also…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Open Enrollment Benefit Information Sessions Begin May 1!
2024-2025 Open Enrollment for benefit-eligible employees is May 1-19! Benefit information sessions will be presented by Human Resources and the McGohan-Brabender team to inform employees about the 2024-2025 OWU healthcare plans and benefit offerings available beginning July 1. Join us…
May 2024 Blackboard Updates
Every month, Anthology releases feature updates and bug fixes for Blackboard Learn. Here is what’s coming on Thursday, May 2. Follow a link to learn more. The May 2024 release is robust with features in these areas: Competency-based education; Tests…
April 26 Deadline – Submit to News for OWU Families Monthly Email
We are accepting submissions for the May edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by the deadline, noon Friday, April 26. For the May edition, please consider submitting information about annual end-of-academic year tasks…
University Classifieds
Sept. 26-29 @12:15 p.m. – Free Caricature Portraits with Musing with Muses in Ham-Wil
Hello! My name is Kara Cannon, and I’m conducting practice trials for my new web series/caricature business, Musing with Muses. I will ask you a personal question and draw out your response. Questions can be along the lines of what’s…
Missing a Key Fob?
A black Key Fob was found in University Hall. Please stop by the Office of Academic Affairs (Univ 107) to claim it. For any questions or concerns, please contact Kate Cole (kkcole@owu.edu). OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Academic Affairs Contact: Kate Cole…
iPod Left in Hobson Library – Please Stop By and Describe the Case to Claim
You can pick it up at the main desk. Thanks. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: University Libraries Contact: Pam Majors at libraries@owu.edu
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