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Campuswide News & Events
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…
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…
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…
Nov. 18 @ 8:00 p.m. – OWU Chamber Orchestra Concert
Join the OWU Chamber Orchestra for a night of captivating chamber music on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 8:00 p.m. in Gray Chapel. From Shostakovich’s iconic String Quartet No. 8 in C minor to excerpts from the video game Clair Obscur:…
Nov. 17 @ 12 p.m. -The Use of AI and its Impact
The Use of AI in Business and Its Economic Impact This is a unique opportunity to hear from a nationally recognized leader in AI application and development. The focus of the presentation is on what university students should know about AI…
Nov. 14 & 15 – Orchesis Dance Concert
Orchesis Dance Company is performing its annual dance concert this Friday, Nov. 14, at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.! The concert will be held in the Chappelear Drama Center, and the show will…
OWU Connection News & Events
March 5 @12 p.m. – Economics Is Everywhere!
Are you interested in learning more about Economics and what you can do with the major? Join us on Wednesday, March 5, at noon, in Corns 203 for a panel event highlighting students majoring in Economics, and learn what they…
March 5 @ 11:30 a.m. – Career Connection Employer Spotlight
We are thrilled to invite you to the Career Connection Employer Spotlight on March 5, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the HWCC Atrium! This exciting event will feature a variety of opportunities to help you advance your…
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…
Student News & Events
🎨👕 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…
Vintage Furniture Sale! Feb. 14 and 15 from 12-5 p.m.
Looking for some dorm/apartment decor? Stop by the Studio Theatre on Feb. 14 & 15 from 12-5 p.m.! The Studio Theatre is located inside the Chappelear Drama Center (walk in through the door closest to the SLUs and turn right).…
Feb.13 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Crochet & Cupid 💕
Join ResLife on Feb. 13 in the Crider Lounge from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Enjoy Valentine’s candies, flowers, and other goodies, and learn how to crochet flowers. All are welcome; come hang out, and spread the love!…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Sept. 3 @ 3:30 p.m. – Testing Center Open House
Faculty and Academic Staff are warmly invited to join us for the OWU Testing Center Open House on Wednesday, Sept. 3, at 3:30-5 p.m. in University Hall 114. This is a wonderful opportunity to: Say a fond farewell to Anne Noonan, who recently stepped down after…
Professor Emeritus Lew Fikes Passes Away
We are sad to share that Professor Emeritus Lewis “Lew” Edgar Fikes died Aug. 29 at Willow Brook Run. Lew taught chemistry at Ohio Wesleyan between 1985 and 2004. In a Transcript student newspaper article honoring his 19 years of…
Faculty and Staff: Lead a Class with the OWL Program!
The OWL Program at Ohio Wesleyan University is excited to invite faculty and staff to submit class proposals for Fall 2025! This is a wonderful chance to share your passion and creativity with our community of lifelong learners. Class Options: Weekday…
University Classifieds
Win Prizes by Participating in Research
Participate in our research and get the chance to win exciting prizes, including stuffed toys, Rubik’s cubes, stickers, fidget spinners, self-care items, and more! Join us in a captivating exploration of the neural connection between cognitive control and video games…
July 6 Sidewalk Sale – Vendors Needed; Sign Up Today!
Want to make some extra cash and have some stuff you want to sell? Consider selling them at Unity Community’s Sidewalk Sale on July 6! All vendors must pay a $10 fee, provide their own table, and RSVP by June…
OWjL Day Camp Counselors Needed
OWjL Camp needs a few more Day Camp Counselors. If you know a person who is 16 (or older) by July 1, they are eligible to be a counselor. Camp dates and times are July 22-26, 2024, on campus at…
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