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Campuswide News & Events
Share Your Perspective on Sexual Assault and the Campus Climate!
The University would like to know more about perceptions of OWU’s campus climate, students’ perceptions of how OWU responds to sexual assaults, and experiences with unwanted sexual contact or sexual assault during their time at OWU. We are writing now…
April 22 @ Noon – Spaces in Spirituality
What is interfaith? Why is interfaith? Where is interfaith? All of us have experienced spirituality in one way or another – the feeling that there is something greater than ourselves. We invite you to share your experiences in a collaborative digital project.…
April 19 @ 10 a.m. – Inauguration of Matthew P. vandenBerg, Ed.D.
It’s here! The featured event we’ve been leading up to all week! Wear your inauguration T-shirt and bring your Bishop pride! This won’t be like an inauguration you’ve seen before. You do not want to miss it! Location: University Hall…
April 19 & 20 @ 7:30 p.m. – Last Chance To See ABSOLUTE ZERO!
Did you miss the first week of Absolute Zero? No problem! We still have two more shows this Friday and Saturday, April 19 and 20 @ 7:30 p.m. on the Chappelear Drama Center Main Stage! This is the first fully…
Campus Operations Notification: Selby Parking Lot Closed Thursday Night and Friday
It’s an exciting week for Ohio Wesleyan as we welcome visitors from around the country to celebrate President vandenBerg’s inauguration. To accommodate our guests, the Selby Stadium parking lot will close at 10 p.m. Thursday and be reserved for guest-only…
Bishop Café Closing Early Today
In preparation for the Golden Bishop Awards’ Golden Happy Hour, Bishop Café will be closing at 4:30 p,m. on Wednesday, April 17. Thank you for understanding! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Student Involvement Office Contact: Dina Daltorio at involveu@owu.edu
OWU Connection News & Events
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…
Jan. 29 @ Noon – New York Arts Program Virtual Info Session
Join us on Zoom on Monday, Jan. 29, at 12 p.m. ET to learn more about spending a semester living, working, and creating in NYC with the New York Arts Program. Artists of all kinds can come to NYC for…
Jan. 27 @ 11 a.m. – Career Roundtable with Humanities Alumni
LEARN how to translate your humanities skills into careers this Sat., Jan. 27, at 11 a.m. in Corns Hall 312. Hear from OWU Alumni who majored in the humanities how they got their career start, how they navigated the challenges,…
Jan. 29 @ 11:30 a.m. – SFS Study Abroad Tabling
Are you interested in studying abroad with The School for Field Studies (SFS)? Meet with Mike Rainaldi and discuss programs available on six continents on Monday, Jan.29, over the noon hour in the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Atrium. If you would like…
🎓✨Jan. 24 @ 7 p.m. – SENIORS: FINAL Real Life 101 Info Session!✨🎓
Nervous about graduation and life after college? Not to worry! Career Connection is inviting you to attend an information session for the Real Life 101 program — a program for Senior students dedicated to easing the transition from Ohio Wesleyan…
Today from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Featured Employer Visit! ✨
Welcome back to campus, Bishops! To start the year strong, the Career Connection team is hosting 3 Featured Employers in the Ham-Wil Atrium today, Jan. 18, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.! Featured at this spotlight will be: Camp Otyokwah City Year Crumbl…
Student News & Events
Sept. 20 @ 5 p.m. – Pie a Rugger!
Tired of the rugby team trying to recruit you? Make your feelings known at our Pie a Rugger fundraising event on Sept. 20 at 5 p.m. on the JAYwalk! You can get one pie for $3 or two for $5.…
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
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
For Rent – 4-Bedroom Westerville House
Hello, OWU Community! A friend from Kenyon College is renting their 4-bedroom Westerville house while on sabbatical this upcoming academic year. The house has mature trees and is a quick walk from the Inniswood Gardens Metropark. If you’re looking for…
Seeking ‘Photojournalist’ for University Communications!
The Office of University Communications is seeking to hire a student for 2023-2024 with experience in photography (shooting and editing) to cover assignments and provide campus candids to help ensure fresh photography for social media, the OWU website, etc. Guidance…
Want to be a Tutor for the Sagan ARC?
The Sagan Academic Resource Center (ARC) seeks energetic and enthusiastic students interested in making a positive impact on your fellow Bishops! Tutoring support is needed for Fall 2023 for multiple disciplines/courses including but not limited to the following: General Needs:…
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