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Campuswide News & Events
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…
Dec. 1 @ 6 p.m. – Annual Hudler Tree Lighting
The brothers of Sigma Phi Epsilon and the University Advancement team would like to invite you to the annual Hudler Tree Lighting Event on Monday, Dec. 1, at 6 p.m.! The event is open to anyone and will have hot…
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
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”?…
Feb. 13 @ 7-9 p.m. – Cuffing Season❤️
Is it love at first sight? Come meet your match for Valentine’s Day through rounds of speed dating and watch sparks fly! The event will be hosted by the Black Student Union on Feb. 13 from 7-9 p.m. in the…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Aug. 18 – Join Us for a Retirement Celebration
Please join the Admission Office as we celebrate the retirement of Janice Lovat. We will gather on Monday, Aug. 18, from 3:30 – 5 p.m. in the Milligan Room in Slocum Hall. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Admission Contact: Julie Weller at jkweller@owu.edu
Updated! Aug. 13 & 18 – Faculty/Staff Able to Have New Headshots Taken
Faculty and staff members have two upcoming opportunities to have a headshot taken for use on owu.edu. Wednesday, Aug. 13, from 12:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 18, from 11 a.m.- 12 p.m. Both sessions will be on the 3rd floor…
Retired Staff Member Bernard Derr Passes Away
We are sad to report that Bernard Louis Derr, Ph.D., who worked for the OWU Library for more than 30 years, passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2025. He was 83. Bernard joined Ohio Wesleyan as its chief of circulation…
University Classifieds
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
Sept. 12-15 – Volunteers Needed for The Wall That Heals Visit
The Wall That Heals is coming to Delaware County (Havener Park in Liberty Township) from Sept. 12-15, 2024. It is the only Ohio stop of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica and mobile education center. To help out and honor those who…
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