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Campuswide News & Events
Friday, Jan. 23 @ 12 p.m. – Wendi Celebration and Send-Off
Come and join the HHK Department and HHK Student Board in sending off and celebrating one of our beloved staff members, Wendi Kay. This event will be a special celebration honoring how important and special Wendi Kay has been to…
Today – Spring Semester Test of the OWU ALERT Emergency Messaging System
Ohio Wesleyan will conduct the spring semester test of the OWU ALERT emergency notification system today, Jan. 20. The test will be sent over the lunch hour to all registered alert recipients using the 911Cellular software system. If you do…
Public Safety Advisory – Keep Warm, Bishops!
Here are some keep-warm tips from the OWU Student Health Center and Public Safety, and information from weathersafety.ohio.gov. How to Dress During Cold Weather Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing. Trapped air between the layers will insulate the body. Outer…
Jan. 25 – Community Mending Circle – Fix Your Clothes!
Whether you can’t sew on a button or are a knitting expert, join us on Sunday, Jan. 25, from 1-4 p.m. for a community mending circle. Come learn some mending skills, share yours with others, or simply work on patching…
Congratulations, Macy Miller ’27 & OWU Women’s Basketball!
Congratulations to junior forward Macy Miller, now the 20th player in OWU women’s basketball history to surpass 1000 career points, currently standing at 1005. And with the win streak at an even dozen, the Battling Bishops sit 13-1 on the…
Jan. 20 @ 6:30 p.m. – Michelle Stitzlein, Art and the Environment Talk
Join us for the first Art and the Environment talk of the spring semester at the Ross Art Museum, Tuesday, Jan. 20, at 6:30 p.m. to hear from artist Michelle Stitzlein. Stitzlein is an Ohio-based artist who uses her work…
OWU Connection News & Events
🐶💛Flexible Near-Campus Job Opportunity for Animal Lovers!
Love animals? Looking for a flexible, low-stress part-time job close to campus? This might be a perfect fit! Retired Worthington teacher, Lucy, is looking for 3-5 reliable, caring students to help take care of her Saluki show puppies. This role…
SENIORS – Last Real Life 101 Info Sessions Coming Up!
SENIORS – this program is for you! Think of this as your Senior Capstone for Life. We’ve curated important things you need to know before you walk across that stage. Are you ready to set yourself up for life post-graduation?…
Seniors! Real Life 101 Starts This Week!
SENIORS, this program is for you! Think of this as your “Senior Capstone for Life.” We’ve curated important things you need to know before you walk across that stage. Are you ready to set yourself up for life post-graduation? 100% of students who…
Feb. 3 – CEA CAPA Study Abroad Tabling
🎒✈️ Ready to take your college experience global and boost your résumé? Stop by the HWCC Atrium from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Feb. 3 to meet Sean McCarthy from CEA CAPA – one of OWU’s top partners for study abroad and…
Feb. 11 – Career Trek: Columbus Museum of Art
Are you interested in going to learn about museum careers onsite at the Columbus Museum of Art? Career Connection is launching more Career Treks after the success of our pilot program, and I am excited to share that the first…
Drop by the Employer Spotlight Today!
🎯 Employer Spotlight (Drop-In!) Today – Jan. 15, 2026 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. HWCC Atrium Meet employers in a relaxed mini-tabling event – no registration required. Featured Employers • City of Dublin • Case Western Reserve University – Case School…
Student News & Events
Feb. 3 – Student Involvement Fair
The spring Student Involvement Fair is Tuesday, Feb.3, from 11-1 p.m. in the Benes Rooms. It is a fantastic way to meet 50 student organizations/offices and to get connected to campus – you won’t want to miss this event! You can visit tables to learn…
Feb. 5 @ 8 p.m. – Anime Tropes Bingo!
Join the OWU Anime Club for an Anime Tropes Bingo Night! 🎬✨ We’ll be watching one episode from two different anime and marking off classic tropes as we spot them. We’ll have snacks for anyone who attends, and prizes will…
Feb. 4 – First Line Dancing Club Meeting!
Join us for our first-ever line dancing club meeting on Feb. 4 at 7 p.m.! Join our GroupMe for more information! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Line Dancing Club Contact: Lauren James at lkjames@owu.edu
Interested in a FREE Macrame Class on Feb. 7?
In The Loop, OWU’s Fiber Arts club, in collaboration with the Campus Programming Board, is attending a Macrame clinic at Sew To Speak on Feb. 7, from 11-1 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. We have space for up to 12 students…
Honors Board Applications Due Today @ 12:30 p.m.
The Honors Board is seeking two new board members from the Class of 2029. This is a great way to get involved on campus! The link for the application is below. All applications are due by Friday, Jan. 30, at 12:30…
Feb. 3 @ 8 p.m. – Emma Foster’s Senior Recital
Enjoy a night of beautiful cello music on Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 8-9 p.m. at student Emma Foster’s senior recital in Jemison Auditorium, Sanborn Hall. Featuring alum Kevin Foster on piano and Emma’s sister, Eden, on violin, the program will…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Early Childhood Center Hosts 26/27 Enrollment Open House on Jan. 24
If you or someone you know is looking for a high-quality early childhood program for children ages 3-5 years old, plan to attend our 2026/2027 enrollment open house on Saturday, Jan. 24, between 10-11:30 a.m. The ECC is located at…
Noon Yoga Starts Jan. 20
Are you able to spare your lunch hours on Tuesdays & Thursdays this Spring semester? If so, I’d love to have you in our on-campus yoga class. All you need to bring is yourself; everything else you need for practice…
TIAA Individual Counseling Sessions Available
Now scheduling in-person appointments! Faculty and Staff can receive retirement counseling appointments on the OWU campus with the University’s TIAA representative, Brady Nolan. Brady will be on campus on Jan. 14, Jan. 21, Feb. 5, March 5, and April 9.…
University Classifieds
Found Glasses
Glasses were found in front of Alpha Sig Fraternity House. Please email Molly Grace Lovette if these might be yours, so I can get them to you. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: ResLife Contact: Molly Grace Lovette at mglovette@owu.edu
Found – AirPods in the Ham-Wil Upper Chapel
AirPods were found in the upper chapel on the 4th floor of Ham-Will. Contact William Hayes to claim them: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
LOST, BUT NOT FOUND in Elliott Hall! Is it yours?
There are several items in the Elliott Hall History Office that have been left in classrooms, including a pair of glasses, a mint green sweatshirt, and a pair of headphones (which have been here for quite a while). Please stop…
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