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Campuswide News & Events
Nov. 10 – Your Voice = Better Search! Give Your Input on OWUSearch
Stop By the Library Pop-Up Event in Ham-Wil! On Monday, Nov. 10, the OWU Library staff is teaming up with the Delaware Public Library staff for a special tabling event in Ham-Wil from 12-1 p.m. Stop by to: Pick up…
Today – Vote for the Winner in the 2025 Staff Halloween Costume Face-Off!
University Advancement held our annual Halloween costume contest on Friday, and our winner is going up against teams from Accounting, Library Services, and Student Engagement & Success! Today only – vote on which office brought the best costume! OWU Sponsoring…
Nov. 5 @ 4:15 p.m. – Visiting Writer Martha Park Reading
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 4:15-5:15 p.m. in the Milligan Room of Slocum Hall The English Department Visiting Writers Series welcomes Martha Park ’11 to give a reading from her new book, World Without End, an illustrated collection of essays exploring the…
Nov. 7 – Ross Art Museum Open Late for First Friday
The Ross Art Museum will have extended hours this Friday for Main Street Delaware’s First Friday festivities. The museum will be open until 8 p.m. Come warm up and see some art! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth…
Apply to be a Columbus Bus driver! PAID POSITION.
We are looking for drivers on campus for the ColumBUS initiative launched by WCSA. This is a paid position @ $12 The eligibility criteria are: – Must be a licensed driver. – Must be OWU van licensed. (You can still…
Consider These Arts-Related Courses for Your Spring Schedule!
Hoping for more artistic outlets in your busy spring schedule? Consider these: THEA 101 – Intro to Theatre: learn theatre basics! THEA 180 – Documentary Film Production: make a mini-documentary! THEA 247 – Practicum: work on the spring musical! THEA…
OWU Connection News & Events
March 1 – TPG Deadline
The deadline for the spring round of Theory-to-Practice Grant applications is tomorrow – Saturday, March 1, at 11:59 p.m. You can find a link to the application and guidelines for submission on the TPG website – www.owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP – OWU…
TODAY! The OWU Connection Conference
Today’s the day! Join us for a variety of sessions, advising, learning, and exploration at the biannual Connection Conference! The conference runs from 9 am to 4 pm. The schedule can be found HERE and a print-friendly version can be found HERE.…
Today! – Join Us for Pitch OWU and Woltemade Big Problem Challenge
Join us in Merrick Hall, Room 301 on Tuesday, Feb. 27, for an afternoon of innovation, creativity, and problem-solving. These two events showcase the talent, dedication, and entrepreneurial mindset of OWU students. Whether you are interested in business, social impact,…
TODAY @ 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…
March 1 – TPG Deadline
The deadline for the spring round of Theory-to-Practice Grant applications is Saturday, March, 1 at 11:59 p.m. You can find a link to the application and guidelines for submission on the TPG website – www.owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP –…
TODAY @ 9 a.m. – Environmental & Natural Resource Symposium
Feb. 27, 2025 | 9 a.m. | Merrick Hall, Room 301 Join us for the Environmental & Natural Resource Symposium featuring a discussion on “Efficient Conservation: A Conversation with Two GLCA Graduates About Using Data to Maximize Environmental Impact.” Elizabeth…
Student News & Events
Feb. 6 @ Noon – PG Lunch & Learn Elliott 101
Come join the PG department for our first lunch & learn of 2026, in Elliott Hall 101, where we will have fun with a surprise politically fun game! Non-PG students are encouraged and welcome to come and learn about the…
Super Bowl Watch Party and More
Stop by The 1842 on Sunday, Feb. 8, for Super Bowl fun. There will be a football keychain/bracelet making station, a photo op wall, popcorn, trivia, and game predictions, where someone will be taking home an NFL JERSEY! Come watch…
🏈 The 1842 @ 6 p.m. – Super Bowl Watch Party
Get ready for the BIG GAME 🏆🏈! Join us on Sunday, Feb. 8, at 6 p.m. at The 1842 for a Super Bowl Watch Party you don’t want to miss. Catch all the action on the big screens 📺, hang out…
Feb. 6 @ Noon – Careers in Neuroscience with Neurds!
Join the Neurds Neuroscience Club on Friday, Feb. 6, from 12-1 p.m. in Merrick 204 for their first meeting of the semester! We will be discussing different careers in neuroscience and hearing from OWU’s own neuroscience professors, Dr. Bailey, Dr.…
Feb. 6 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Super Bowl Smart Bets
Get ready for the Super Bowl with the Bishop Way! Join us in the HWCC Atrium to learn about smart gambling, bust common gambling myths, and get fun football-themed prizes. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Bishop Way Contact: Bishop Way at…
Romeo and Juliet Dancers Needed!
Hello everyone! My name is Beau, and I’m the stage manager for Romeo and Juliet, a senior capstone production. We’re looking for dancers to be a part of our show! It will only be for one scene, the party scene.…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
No Accounts Payable Check Run Next Week
Due to the Juneteenth holiday, there will be no Accounts Payable check run the week of June 16. We will do check runs on June 12 and June 26. If you have any questions, please contact us at accountspayable@owu.edu or x3360.…
Former Staff Member Kathy Earls Passes Away
We are sad to share that former OWU staff member Kathryn “Kathy” Earls passed away May 22 following a four-year battle with breast cancer. She was 59. A Columbus resident, Kathy worked as the administrative assistant for University Advancement and…
Open Enrollment Runs Through May 31
OWU Benefit Eligible Employees – The Open Enrollment Portal is OPEN! Reminder that our next benefit plan year is effective for the benefit plan year from July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. There are no changes to benefit providers or plan…
University Classifieds
Gold KS Earring Found
Found gold KS earring behind Hayes Hall near the parking loop. Describe it or show me what your missing. Contact: Eve Helenberger at eehelenb@owu.edu
Ring Found in Edwards Parking Lot
Please stop by Slocum 306 to provide a description & claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Community Service Learning Contact: Kerri Robe at klrobe@owu.edu
May 5 @ Noon – Sunday Yard Sale at SAGE!
Interested in spicing up your wardrobe or dorm at the right price? Come check out a community yard sale hosted on the SAGE lawn this Sunday from 12pm to around 4pm! Let someone’s spring cleaning be your treasure hunt! Find everything…
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