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Campuswide News & Events
💲2026 State of Ohio Minimum Wage💲
2026 State of Ohio Minimum Wage Effective Jan 1, 2026: Minimum wage increases to $11.00 Any student employee earning below $11.00/hour will automatically be adjusted – no action needed from supervisors. More info: 2026 Ohio Minimum Wage Poster (PDF) If you have any…
Ross Art Museum – Closed Nov. 24-Dec. 1 for Thanksgiving Break
The Ross Art Museum will be closed for Thanksgiving break from Monday, Nov. 24, to Monday, Dec. 1 OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
📅📢Updated 2025 & 2026 Payroll Calendars📢 📅
The 2025 & 2026 Payroll Calendars have been updated to include the timecard due dates. Please take the time to review the new calendars, and if you have any questions, please reach out to the Human Resources department at hr@owu.edu…
Nov. 18 @ 7 p.m. – Hispanic Film Festival Finale
Join us today, Nov. 18, from 7-9 p.m. in Corns 312 for the fourth and final film of the Hispanic Film Festival, Alice Júnior (2019, Brazil). Stick around after the movie for a short discussion. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Department of…
Thanksgiving Break Hours for Hobson Library
Thanksgiving break hours for Hobson Library can be viewed on the library’s website at Any changes to our hours will also be found on our website. The Slocum reading room is available 24/7 for study and printing with card…
Community Craft Night with the Upcycling Center @ Ross Art Museum
Come by the Ross Art Museum on Thursday, Nov. 20 to make some upcycled crafts with the Upcycling Center! Crafting runs from 6-8 p.m. and snacks will be provided. This event is free and open to the public. OWU Sponsoring…
OWU Connection News & Events
Employer Collections on Handshake – Connect with Top Employers
The OWU Career Connection Office has created and customized Employer Collections specifically for OWU students and their Career Communities. These collections are available under the “Career Center” section on Handshake. These curated collections feature employers actively seeking students from your major and career…
April 16 @ 11 a.m. – Are You Ready for Bishop Brag Day?
ARE YOU READY FOR BISHOP BRAG DAY? Have you completed or will you complete an internship, research work, or extensive volunteer work anytime from Summer 2024 – Summer 2025? Then be sure to stop by HWCC – Atrium on APRIL…
Forage – Boost Your Resume with Virtual Externship Experiences
The OWU Career Connection Office wants you to know about an exciting opportunity to gain real-world experience with Forage’s Virtual Externship Programs. Available at , these free, online externships allow you to explore various industries and develop valuable skills, all while…
Explore Your Career with Tailored Video Resources – Career Connection
The OWU Career Connection Office’s Video Resource Library, powered by Candid Career+, offers a wealth of expert-led videos to guide you through every step of your career development. Available at , this resource features videos on topics like resume building, job…
TODAY @ Noon – How to Rock Being On and Off the Clock
Got a summer internship/job? Want to increase your workplace savvy? This is THE workshop for YOU! Join us Tuesday, April 8, noon to 1 p.m., in Crider Lounge for a round-table, interactive conversation that gives you tips that you can confidently…
TONIGHT @ 7:30 p.m. – Fall 2025 Bishop Launch Program VIRTUAL Info Session #2
Career Connection’s Bishop Launch Program is designed to help you become a Confident, Competent, and Competitive internship and job seeker. Come to the info session and find out more about this semester-long program and how you can earn a $200…
Student News & Events
🎨🍹 Black History Month Paint & Sip – Feb. 26
In honor of Black History Month, join us for a night of creativity, joy, and community at this Paint & Sip event hosted by ResLife, in collaboration with OMSA and Sisters United. 🖌️ Paint your own canvas 🍹 Create your…
March 2 @ 12 p.m. – HR Club Kickoff Meeting
Curious about Human Resources, Business, or what goes on behind the scenes of an organization? Join the HR Club for our spring semester kickoff meeting! We’ll introduce what HR Club is all about and chat about what we have in…
Thursday, Feb. 19, from 6-8 p.m. – Chill Night: Sticker Making
Make your own DIY stickers at the Ross Art Museum using our sticker-making machine. Join us from 6-8 p.m. with snacks! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
🎨👕 NISO T-Shirt Design Competition 🎨👕
Hosted by the International & Off-Campus Programs Office (IOCP), this competition gives OWU students the chance to showcase their creativity and help design the official New International Student Orientation (NISO) T-shirt, worn by students welcoming new international classmates to campus.…
Growing Through Grief Support Group
Grief can feel isolating – especially in college, where life keeps moving even when you’re hurting. Counseling Services would like to invite you to attend our Grief & Loss Support Group being held on Wednesdays from 4-5 p.m. Join us…
Executive Functioning Clinical Group
New clinical group just dropped! Have you ever thought you may be neurodivergent? Do you struggle to stay on task or stay organized? Do you procrastinate A LOT? Maybe you hyperfocus on one thing for too long, or experience “time-blindness”?…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Submit by Aug. 29 – News for OWU Families September Issue
We are accepting submissions for the September 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, Aug. 29. For the September digest, please consider submitting information to help students and…
Aug. 24 – Kids Sunshine Photos at the Ross!
Join us from 2-3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 24, at the Ross Art Museum to learn about and make free cyanotypes: photos developed using the power of sunshine! Children of all ages are welcome and will be able to make and…
Yoga for Faculty & Staff Begins Thursday!
Want to incorporate something new into your weekly movement or wellness routine? Look no further! Yoga is offered on campus every week on Tuesdays & Thursdays in Edwards Gym from 12-1 p.m. over the lunch hour. You probably think you…
University Classifieds
Ohio Wesleyan Women’s Basketball Raffle
Ohio Wesleyan Women’s Basketball is holding a raffle/fundraiser for our upcoming season! The winner of the raffle will have the opportunity to choose from 4 different experiences such as seeing Caitlin Clark play, attending a Pro Sports game, going to…
Hyundai, Other Keys Found
A set of keys, including one for a Hyundai, were found in Room 111 of Phillips Hall. The keys are on a long strap and have been here for a while. If you think they may be yours, please contact…
Lost Purple Yeti Water Bottle
Hello! I recently lost a dark purple Yeti water bottle engraved with Julia Giada/Ryan and Ohio Wesleyan University. Please email me at Jgryan@owu.edu if you see it, thank you! Contact: Julia Ryan at jgryan@owu.edu
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