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Campuswide News & Events
Aug. 29 – Le Cercle Français’s Pétanque et Pâtisseries Event
Le Cercle Francais is having its first event, Pétanque et Pâtisseries Event, this Friday, Aug. 29, on the JAY from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. We will be playing the traditional French game of Pétanque and have pastries for those…
Fall Semester Hours for OWU Athletics Facilities
Please use this link to view fall semester hours for OWU’s athletics facilities. Thank you and have a great semester! Office: Department of Athletics Contact: Abby Turner @ amstoner@owu.edu
Did You Get the Aug. 19 OWU ALERT? If Not, Read This!
On Aug. 19, Ohio Wesleyan shared an OWU ALERT notification about a crosswalk light problem on Liberty Street. (It’s been fixed.) You should have received an email sent to your owu.edu email account as well as a text message sent…
Art and the Environment Talk Series
This year, the Ross Art Museum, in collaboration with the Department of Environment & Sustainability, will host a series of talks on the intersection of art and the environment. This series includes artists, activists, and scholars and their efforts to…
Did You Get Last Night’s OWU ALERT? If Not, Read This!
On Aug. 19, Ohio Wesleyan shared an OWU ALERT notification about a crosswalk light problem on Liberty Street. You should have received an email sent to your owu.edu email account as well as a text message sent to your cell…
Aug. 22 – Day on the JAY!
It’s Day on the JAY! This year, we are going out into the wilderness for a camping extravaganza! Enjoy some amazing blowups, giveaways, and more! With all other dining locations closed for a few hours, there is nowhere better to…
OWU Connection News & Events
It’s Connection Conference Week! View the Schedule & Plan Your Day!
Calling All Bishops! Our annual OWU Connection Conference is taking place on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Spring Connection Conference will showcase student involvement on and off campus, as well as sessions advising students…
Feb. 26 @ Noon – Words Open Worlds: Navigate the Career Fair with Confidence!
Career Fairs can be stressful and overwhelming. In this 1-hour workshop, you will: Learn how to map out a plan and get ‘pro tips’ to help you successfully navigate the upcoming Career Fair. Craft your elevator pitch so you can…
It’s Connection Conference Week! View the Schedule & Plan Your Day!
Calling All Bishops! Our annual OWU Connection Conference takes place on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Spring Connection Conference will showcase student involvement on and off campus, as well as sessions advising students on…
All-Day Drop-Ins Feb. 25 and 26 – Prepare for the Career Fair!
Get ready for the Career & Summer Internship Fair on Thursday, Feb. 27, by attending All-Day Drop-Ins in the Career Connection Office! If you have not registered for the Career Fair, you can do so using this Handshake link. On…
Spend Fall Semester in Tanzania – Change Your Life
Ohio Wesleyan’s semester-long program in Tanzania is accepting applications for its Fall 2025 program. The Tanzania program is open to all majors and minors. Students complete an internship, study Swahili, and take 3 additional courses that explore : East African…
Feb. 27 @ 10 a.m. – LBV Lecture: Glenn Entis ’76 – My Creative Journey
February 27, 2025 | 10 a.m. | Slocum Hall, Milligan Room From Art & Philosophy to Computer Animation, Video Games, AI: My Creative Journey Join us for an inspiring talk with Glenn Entis ’76, an Academy Award-winning animation pioneer and visionary…
Student News & Events
Nov. 12 @ noon – Dollars & Sense
Join The Bishop Way in the Ham-Wil Atrium for some fun financial vision board making! Ft. information on financial wellness and where to shop in Delaware. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Bishop Way Contact: Bishop Way at thebishopway@owu.edu
Nov. 11 – Cookies and Coloring with the Honors Board
Join the Honors Board on Nov. 11, from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the Honors Lounge, located in Slocum on the third floor, for Crumbl cookies and coloring. Take some time to relax, enjoy a sweet treat, and socialize with friends. OWU…
Nov. 18 @ 4:30 p.m. – Into the Woods Auditions!
The Performing Arts Department announces auditions for the spring musical INTO THE WOODS by Stephen Sondheim. We’d love to hear from any interested students OR faculty! Auditions will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in Jemison Auditorium,…
Spin into Global Engagement Week with Legos to Llamas
Stop by the IOCP Student Desk in Slocum 311, Monday-Friday, and take a spin to win. We want to meet you! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan University Contact: Andrea Ryan at amryan@owu.edu
Nov. 13 @ 6-8 p.m. – Student Chill Night Adult Coloring
Come to the Ross Art Museum to unwind with some adult coloring and snacks from 6-8 p.m. this Thursday! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
Student Mailroom Hours for Thanksgiving Break
The student mailroom will be open Monday, Nov. 24, and Tuesday, Nov. 25, from 1:30-3 p.m. And be closed Wednesday, Nov. 26 – Friday, Nov. 28. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Student Mailroom Contact: Diana Brooks at mailroom@owu.edu
Faculty/Staff News & Events
FOMO = Fear of Missing Out … You Don’t Want That!
Don’t Miss Out – Commencement is Almost Here! All faculty are warmly invited to join the Commencement processional in regalia on Saturday, May 10. Your students will be thrilled to see you there and introduce you to their families — it…
Camp Oh-Wooo Fac/Staff Volunteers (Call For)
Fac/Staff Partner Camp Oh-Wooo Volunteer Application: Fac/Staff Partners connect and form relationships with incoming new students at Camp Oh-Wooo through different interactions, as well as help with day-of logistics where needed. It is a great way to get to know the…
Canceled – April 29 & 30 Open Enrollment Benefit Information Sessions to be Rescheduled
Please note: The April 29 & 30 in-person benefit information sessions are being rescheduled. Additional information will be forthcoming. 2025-2026 Open Enrollment for benefit-eligible employees is May 5-May 23! Benefit information sessions will be presented by Human Resources and the…
University Classifieds
Black Jacket Found in Chappelear Lobby
A black jacket was left over the weekend in the lobby of Chappelear Drama Center. Please contact our office with the description to claim. Thank you! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan University Department of Theatre Contact: Lisa Hill at lahill@owu.edu
OWU Sexual Misconduct Survey
Hi Bishops, During this 2024 spring semester, I have personally observed an increase in discussion about incidents of sexual misconduct on campus. I have taken it upon myself to collect data from OWU students to quantify the prevalence of such…
April 17 @ 3 p.m. – Paws for Good Donation List
My name is Emilee, and I am currently a veterinary assistant at the Humane Society of Delaware County! This internship and job opportunity has been such an amazing experience and it is my turn to give back! Wednesday, April 17,…
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