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Campuswide News & Events
Today @ 5:30 p.m. – Grand Opening of The 1842
The 1842 is opening its doors on Tuesday, Jan. 13. The opening ceremony starts at 5:30 p.m. with hot chocolate and cookies to follow. The 1842 will be open for late-night food and games following the ceremony. The 1842 hours…
Spring Semester Hours for Hobson Library
Spring semester hours for the Hobson Library can be viewed on the library’s website at Updates or changes to these hours will also be posted to the hours page. Slocum Reading Room is available 24/7 for study and printing…
Protect Yourself and Others During Cold and Flu Season
If you’re sneezing, coughing, aching, and tired, you’re not alone. Reports of Cold and Flu cases have increased in recent weeks. Having a cold or the flu is miserable! But you can treat the symptoms. Cold symptoms tend to get…
New Administrative Assistant to the Provost
Academic Affairs is delighted to announce that Viridiana Leonard has joined Ohio Wesleyan as our new Executive Administrative Assistant to the Provost. Viridiana comes to us with over 14 years of experience in administrative and legal settings. She most recently…
OWU Daily Winter Break Publication Schedule
Happy New Year! The OWU Daily will return to daily publication Jan. 12. (It will not be published again till then.) How Do I Submit Information to the OWU Daily? To submit information, please use the “Submit a Post” link…
Winter Break Hours for OWU Athletics Facilities
Please use this link to view Winter Break hours for OWU’s athletics facilities. Thank you and have a great break! Office: Department of Athletics. Contact: Abby Turner @ amstoner@owu.edu
OWU Connection News & Events
TODAY @ Noon – How to Rock Being On and Off the Clock
Got a summer internship/job? Want to increase your workplace savvy? This is THE workshop for YOU! Join us Tuesday, April 8, noon to 1 p.m., in Crider Lounge for a round-table, interactive conversation that gives you tips that you can confidently…
TONIGHT @ 7:30 p.m. – Fall 2025 Bishop Launch Program VIRTUAL Info Session #2
Career Connection’s Bishop Launch Program is designed to help you become a Confident, Competent, and Competitive internship and job seeker. Come to the info session and find out more about this semester-long program and how you can earn a $200…
TODAY @ Noon – Ideal Gap Years in STEM
Do you know you want to attend graduate school but aren’t necessarily ready to commit? Are you ready for a break from academics for a year or so? Do you feel like you need more experience or to narrow down…
April 8 @ Noon – How to Rock Being On and Off the Clock!
Got a summer internship/job? Want to increase your workplace savvy? This is THE workshop for YOU! Join us Tuesday, April 8, noon to 1 p.m., in Crider Lounge for a round-table, interactive conversation that gives you tips that you can confidently…
April 4 @ 11:59 p.m. – Application Deadline for the Spring Student Symposium
Applications are now open for the 2025 Spring Student Symposium! The annual symposium will be held on Thursday, April 17, from 4:10-6 p.m. in Merrick Hall. The Spring Student Symposium showcases Connection Experiences from across the academic spectrum at Ohio…
Fall 2025 Bishop Launch Program Info Session #2
Career Connection’s Bishop Launch Program is designed to help you become a Confident, Competent, and Competitive internship and job seeker. Come to the info session and find out more about this semester-long program and how you can earn a $200…
Student News & Events
Today – Tabling for Class of 2026 opportunities
Only 54 more days until Commencement, Class of 2026! But, deep breath, there is still time to get involved. Stop by our table today over the lunch hour in Ham-Wil to learn how you can be a part of one…
March 18 @ Noon – Women in Genetics
Join WINS and the Genetics Club on Wednesday, March 18, from 12-1 p.m. in SCSC 163 to learn about careers in genetics! Pathways in genetic counseling, research, and academia will be featured. Lunch will be provided! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Genetics…
The 1842 Open During Spring Break!
The 1842 will be open for students to use during spring break, Monday through Friday, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (time subject to change). There will not be food service at The 1842 during the break. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…
Student Commencement Speaker Applications are Open Now through March 20!
Graduating Seniors: applications are now open to serve as the 2026 Student Commencement Speaker. This is your chance to share your reflections on how OWU has shaped you and your class, and how you’re looking to the next chapter in…
SENIORS! APPLY TODAY! Postgraduate Assistant Opportunity, Office of the President
Are you a Senior looking for valuable work experience after graduation? The President’s Office is hiring one qualified graduating senior from the Class of 2026 to serve as the Postgraduate Assistant for a one- or two-year position. This is an…
Got Leadership Genes? Apply to Join the Genetics Club’s Exec Team!
Do you have great leadership genes? The Genetics & Molecular Biology Club will be hosting elections for our exec team members after spring break. This is a great opportunity to host fun events and help our club grow. If interested,…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Sept. 16 @ Noon – Faculty/Staff Bible Study
The Chaplain’s Office is offering a once-a-month Bible study for any interested OWU faculty and staff. We’ll be meeting in Peale Chapel at noon on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. This semester, we’ll be exploring what the Bible has…
Sept. 19 @ Noon – Building AI-Resistant Classrooms
The Writing Center and First-Year Writing Program invite faculty to come together for a conversation about Building AI-Resistant Classrooms. We’ll discuss and share resources about how to speak to students about when and if to use AI for their classes,…
TIAA Individual Counseling Sessions Resume beginning Sept. 11
Now Scheduling (in-person) Appointments for Sept. 11! Faculty and Staff can receive retirement counseling appointments on the OWU campus with the University’s TIAA representative, Brady Nolan. No matter where you are in life – just getting started or planning for…
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…
Fans for Friends Donation Program Seeks New Box Fans
The Delaware County Emergency Management Agency, in collaboration with People in Need (PIN) of Delaware County, is seeking donations of new box fans this summer to keep those without air-conditioning from living in dangerous temperatures. Donations may be dropped off at any Delaware County…
Earn Up to $50 by Participating in OSU Study
Researchers from The Ohio State University are recruiting adult users of oral nicotine pouches to participate in a study designed to better understand how these products are used. Participants must complete a short online survey and join a 90-minute virtual…
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