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Campuswide News & Events
April 17 – Spring Student Symposium
Join us in Merrick Hall on Thursday, April 17, for the annual Spring Student Symposium! The symposium showcases the research and creative works of Ohio Wesleyan students across the academic spectrum. Families and friends are welcome to attend! The schedule…
April 15 @ 8 p.m. – Student Concert in Jemison Auditorium
This Tuesday, April 15, at 8 p.m., OWU music students will perform their departmental concert in Jemison Auditorium. The concert will feature different composers. Admission is free. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Performing Arts Department Contact: Abigail Bennett at ambennett@owu.edu
April 16 @ 4:10 p.m. – The Department of Psychology Psi Chi Induction and Guest Speaker, Dr. Mitch Prinstein
Please join us Wednesday, April 16, in the Science Center (SCSC) 163 for two exciting events! At 4:10 p.m., we will be inducting students into Psi Chi, the national honor society for psychology, and presenting our annual departmental awards. At 4:30 p.m.,…
April 15 @ 4 p.m. – Upcycled CANdles at Tree House
Did you know that a lot of the cans you “recycle” never actually end up getting recycled? Do you want your soda or beer cans to have a new life that prevents waste and makes them aesthetically pleasing? Inspired by local…
April 15 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar Series with Josephine Stark ’25
Please join the final installment of the Biology Seminar Series this spring for a talk by fellow undergraduate student Josephine Stark ’25: “Characterization of Trypanosoma brucei MCP1 Protein: A Project in Translational Quality Control Mechanisms” Free and open to everyone. There will…
April 15 @ Noon – Flash Finance
Stop by from noon to 1 p.m. April 15 in the HWCC Atrium for a fun financial crossword challenge! Complete it and win a sweet treat (Mochi Donuts!) while brushing up on key money terms! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Bishop Way Contact: Mannat Sikand…
OWU Connection News & Events
Real Life 101 Info Sessions Starting This Week!
Seniors: this program is for you! Are you ready to partner with a Professional Mentor & Career Coach and set yourself up for life post-graduation? 100% of students who completed Real Life 101 recommend this program to future Seniors! There was…
Oct. 23 @ 11:30 a.m. – Gap Year Mini-Fair
Join us for the Gap Year Mini-Fair! Are you considering taking a gap year after you graduate from OWU? This is your chance to explore exciting opportunities that can enrich your personal and professional growth! Event Details: Date: Wednesday, Oct.…
Tuesday, Oct. 22 – Demystifying the Path to Grad/Professional School!
Attention Juniors and Seniors: Are you considering grad/professional school after OWU? Are you curious about the admission process and how to make yourself a standout applicant? Are you concerned about how to finance it or find the program that is…
Oct. 24 @ 6 p.m. – Speed Mock Interview
Hoping to land an internship, summer job, or a full-time position? Nervous about interviewing? A Mock Interview will help immensely as you prepare for your future career! As they say – practice makes perfect – and this is your opportunity…
Oct. 18 @ Noon – Learn More about Reggio Emilia!
This is Bishops in the Birthplace of Reggio Emilia Part II! Bring your lunch on Friday, Oct. 18, at noon to Corns 302 to hear from Education and Psychology students Grace Tippens and Jennifer Allen about all things Reggio Emilia!…
Oct. 18 @ Noon – Calling All ‘Mission Driven’ Entrepreneurs!
Are you ready to work for a mission-driven organization that empowers you to make an impact while developing entrepreneurial skills? Join Status Solutions Network, a local business, for an insightful webinar this Friday, Oct. 18, from noon – 1 p.m.…
Student News & Events
Today, Sept. 9 – Honors Ice Cream Social
Join the Honors Board for an ice cream social TODAY, Sept. 9, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in Merrick 301. This is a great opportunity to meet fellow honors program members! Please RSVP using the form link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKtTeDPH0J6YoUqRfMN8nHOQ7VXm4qxgenHUKHUphe-YDpZw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=113339496703696101481 OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…
Sept. 11 @ 6 p.m. – Sticker Making Chill Night
Make your own stickers at the Ross Art Museum using our sticker-making machine. Join us from 6-8 p.m. with snacks! Sticker Making Chill Night Date: 2025-09-11 Time: 6-8 p.m. Location: Richard M. Ross Art Museum OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art…
Sept. 10 – Grow with OWU: Plant Sale to Support the OWL Program
Brighten your dorm, office, or home with a new leafy friend—and support the OWL Program at the same time! We’ll have a variety of small plants for sale, including succulents, jade, cactus, and philodendron. Perfect for desks, windowsills, or gifting!…
Join Us for World Suicide Prevention Day 💛
In honor of World Suicide Prevention Day, The Bishop Way, Counseling Services, and HelpLine are coming together to raise awareness, foster connection, and support mental wellness in our community. Stop by the Welch Hall patio on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from…
Sept. 5 – Poster Sale in Ham-Wil!
You won’t want to miss the annual College Poster Sale on Friday, Sept. 5, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in Benes A. Come check out the wide variety of posters to decorate your room! It’s the perfect opportunity to personalize your…
Apply for Fall Break Wilderness Trek!
Are you ready for cool weather and fall colors? It’s a great time to head into the woods for a backpacking journey while exploring your own spiritual journey with fellow OWU adventurers! The Fall Break Wilderness Trek will be Oct.…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Submit to News for OWU Families Monthly Email before the Feb. 28 deadline
We are accepting submissions for the March edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by the deadline, noon Friday, Feb. 28. The digest will be sent on Wednesday, March 5. Consider submitting information…
Feb. 27 @ 5 p.m. – Taste Around The World Chili Cook-Off @ Smith Dining Hall
Attention, faculty and staff! We invite you to participate in our Chili Cookout as part of our “Taste Around the World” series, which focuses on the USA. This is a great opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and share your…
March 7 – March Blackboard Updates Coming
Lots of little enhancements are coming to our learning management system. Here are some items to watch out for: AI Design Assistant will only generate one image at a time, and you can easily refresh a generated image in a learning…
University Classifieds
Found – Red Bishops Nalgene
A red Bishops Nalgene water bottle was found at the end of the Connection Conference in the Slocum Reading Room. Please see Jill Hayes in Slocum 210 to claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: self Contact: Jill Hayes at jchayes@owu.edu
Lost Keys Along Park Avenue
A keychain of 4-5 keys attached to a small blue lanyard was dropped along the route between the Science Center, Branch-Rickey Arena, and Park Avenue. I ride my bike to school every day, and they were lost this Wednesday at…
Found AirPods
If you’re missing AirPods in a flowery case, please visit the Residential Life Office (2nd floor of Hamilton-Williams Campus Center, across from lounge) to pick them up! Contact: Elizabeth Sumoza at desumoza@owu.edu
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