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Campuswide News & Events
April 8 – Psi Chi Induction Ceremony and Guest Speaker!
Join the OWU Psychology Department this Wednesday, April 8, at 4:30 p.m. in Merrick 301 as new Psi Chi members are inducted into the honor society. Following the induction ceremony, we will be joined by guest speaker Dr. Morgan Cope,…
April 9 @ 5:30 p.m. – Speaker Event: Ilan Moss DNDi
On Thursday, April 9, at 5:30 p.m., Mr. Ilan Moss from the Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative will be speaking about a new treatment for sleeping sickness. Ilan Moss is the Head of Media and Content at DNDi. The event…
March 30-April 10 – Cereal Box Food Drive!
Phi Gamma Delta is collecting Cereal Boxes for People In Need of Delaware County! We will collect boxes from 12-1 p.m. Monday-Friday at Hamilton-Williams Campus Center tables and from 4-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday on the front porch of the FIJI house…
April 8 from 12-1 p.m. – Flowers, Feelings, and You
Join the Bishop Way on April 8 in the HWCC Atrium from 12-1 p.m. to learn about self-love, self-care, and win free giveaways! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Bishop Way Contact: Mannat Sikand at thebishopway@owu.edu
Better ICE Protocols Now – JOIN YDSA! Fridays at 7 p.m.
YDSA has joined the Ohio Coalition for Academic Freedom, and among all Ohio Five schools, we want our schools to take the ongoing threat of ICE more seriously. Join YDSA at 7 p.m. in Crider Lounge every Friday as we…
April 3 @ 3 p.m. – Japanese Harumatsuri – Spring Festival
The WLC’s Japanese Department and CPB are hosting our annual Harumatsuri or Japanese Spring Festival! At this event, we will be celebrating the arrival of spring with onigiri (rice balls), desserts and drinks, crafts like origami and Ikebana with a…
OWU Connection News & Events
Oct. 1 @ 5 p.m. – TLC Deadline
The application deadline for Spring 2026 TLC courses is tomorrow, Wednesday. Oct. 1 at 5 p.m. To apply and for more information, visit OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact: Lisa Ho at iocp@owu.edu
TODAY! Conversations Without Drama: Staying Professional When Opinions Clash
Got opinions? Of course you do. But what happens when yours clash with someone else’s? In this interactive workshop, facilitated by Chaplain Chad Johns, you’ll learn how to: ✨ Keep calm under pressure. ✨ Communicate with clarity (even when it’s…
This Wednesday – Unscripted: Ease into Networking Using Improv
🎭Unscripted: Ease into Networking Using Improv Think improv is just for theater majors or comics? Think again! Improv is all about thinking on your feet and making conversation in the moment—which is exactly what happens when you’re networking (even if…
🎓Sept. 25 – 93+ Employers to Attend the Career Fair! See Who’s Coming!
The wait is almost over! The annual Career & Graduate School Fair is happening Thursday, Sept. 25, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in Ham-Wil Benes Rooms & Atrium. We have 93+ employers coming, including diverse graduate schools, professional programs, and employers looking to recruit…
TPG Applications Live – DUE Oct. 15
Applications are now LIVE for the fall round of Theory-to-Practice Grants. The deadline to apply is Oct. 15 at 5 p.m. Projects proposed in this round should not start prior to Jan. 1, 2026. You can find a link to…
⏰ 2 Days – Career & Grad School Fair Prep!
The OWU Career & Graduate School Fair is almost here — happening Thursday, Sept. 25, from 11-2 p.m. in the Benes Rooms & Atrium! 🎉 ✨Get prepared to shine: Drop-In Prep Hours (Slocum 207, 9-5 p.m.) – Stop by for…
Student News & Events
Today from Noon-1 p.m. – New Student Drop-in Group
Starting college is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re offering a New Student Drop-in Group for a casual, supportive space to talk, listen, and connect with other students facing similar experiences—whether it’s stress, homesickness, academics, or adjusting…
GAME Lab Research Participants Needed
Want to participate in a neuroscience research study? Dr. Bailey’s Game Lab is looking for participants between Sept. 18-24 for their tDCS study where you’ll go through three weekly sessions testing your working memory through activities (including video games) while…
Sept. 11 – Corn Hole Tournament
Join Hall Council this Friday, Sept. 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. for a Corn Hole Tournament at the Bradford Milligan Hall/Thomson Hall Lawn. Come and enjoy some friendly competition while spending time with friends. OWU Sponsor: Hall Council Contact:…
Apply for Fall Break Wilderness Trek!
Are you ready for cool weather and fall colors? The Fall Break Wilderness Trek will be Oct. 7-10 in the Dolly Sods Wilderness of West Virginia. We’ll go backpacking, learn outdoor living skills, and spend time with readings and discussions…
Life Quest Retreat: Register by Tues, Sept. 8
“What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” – Mary Oliver We’ll be exploring this question and more at the upcoming Life Quest Retreat (Sept. 25-26 at Deer Creek State Park Lodge), a chance…
Library Labor Day Reminder
While Hobson Library may be closed for the Labor Day holiday, you don’t have to pause your study or research. Campus has plenty of physical spaces and digital tools available. Alt Study & Work Spaces Privacy Pods in Ham-Wil’s Lower…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Work to Upgrade Office Printers Finalizes Nov. 18, 1-Time Log-In Needed
The OWU Facilities staff will finalize Nov. 18 to install the PaperCut print management software on all multifunction devices (MFDs)/printers across campus. The first time that you are asked to tap your ID to print, you will be prompted to…
Nov. 21, 2025 – Deadline to Nominate a STAR Colleague
Nominate an Ohio Wesleyan University staff member who has earned the trust and respect from colleagues through the work they do, while also having a positive impact on staff, students, faculty, and community partners. The form(s) are easy to complete,…
NO Check Run during the week of Thanksgiving
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, there will not be a check/ACH run during the week of Nov. 24. Concur expense reports and cash advances will not be processed this week either. There will be a check run on November 20th,…
University Classifieds
Found: Small Black Box
I found a small, black, hinged box near the parking lot loop at Hayes Hall last week. It contains something valuable. If you believe this item is yours, please contact me to discuss its return at eehelenb@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWL Program Contact: Eve Helenberger at eehelenb@owu.edu
Found: Heart Necklace
I found a heart-shaped necklace on the JAYwalk. Email me at Jgryan@owu.edu if you believe it might be yours! Contact: Julia Ryan at jgryan@owu.edu
Admission Hiring Event Ambassadors
Ohio Wesleyan’s Admission Office is hiring Event Ambassadors! This is a great opportunity to show off your love for OWU and help pass that on to future students. For more information and to apply, visit OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Admission…
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