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Campuswide News & Events
Secure Your Devices, Protect Your Data
Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Week 4 – Device Security Your digital devices are gateways to your personal and academic life. Keeping them secure protects both you and our campus community. Smart security habits: Keep software and apps updated – security fixes…
Oct. 29 @ noon – Bucin, Gitter, & Kim Immigration Panel Discussion
On Oct. 29 at noon in Merrick Hall 301, Dana Bucin will be joined by OWU Professors Robert Gitter and Veda Kim for a panel discussion, “On Immigration: What’s the Matter? What Matters?”, where guests and students will be able…
🚨Join Us Oct. 25 for the USEC, Fireside Chat with Dr. v. & the ‘Woz,’ & Big News!
No ticket needed for the campus community! Join Ohio Wesleyan starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, for OWU’s second annual “Shark Tank”-style U.S. Entrepreneurship Competition, followed at 11 a.m. by Dr. v’s chat with the “Woz,” who single-handedly created…
Oct. 28 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar Series with Josh Pletcher ’21
Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Josh Pletcher ’21, a Master’s student at Northern Michigan University: “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Host: Integrating Parasite Phylogenies Reveals Waves of Intercontinental Migration in Pikas” Free and open to…
Oct. 28 – Art and the Environment Talk: John Ganis
The Art and the Environment Talk series continues on Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 6:30 p.m. with John Ganis: America’s Endangered Coasts. An OWU Alum, John Ganis, is a photographer focusing on the Atlantic and Gulf Coast of the United States,…
Tagline: It’s Wellness Week! Oct. 20-24
It’s here…Get ready for Wellness Week Bishops! Click the link to see what events are happening around campus, like Take a Note, Leave a Note, Costumes & Consent, Sip Smart, and more! Wellness Week Schedule! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Bishop Way…
OWU Connection News & Events
All Day Drop-Ins TODAY! Feb. 25-26
Get ready for the Career & Summer Internship Fair on Feb. 27 by attending All Day Drop-Ins TODAY in the Career Connection Office! If you have not already registered for the Career Fair, you can do so using this Handshake…
It’s Connection Conference Week! View the Schedule & Plan Your Day!
Calling All Bishops! Our annual OWU Connection Conference is taking place on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Spring Connection Conference will showcase student involvement on and off campus, as well as sessions advising students…
Feb. 26 @ Noon – Words Open Worlds: Navigate the Career Fair with Confidence!
Career Fairs can be stressful and overwhelming. In this 1-hour workshop, you will: Learn how to map out a plan and get ‘pro tips’ to help you successfully navigate the upcoming Career Fair. Craft your elevator pitch so you can…
It’s Connection Conference Week! View the Schedule & Plan Your Day!
Calling All Bishops! Our annual OWU Connection Conference takes place on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Spring Connection Conference will showcase student involvement on and off campus, as well as sessions advising students on…
All-Day Drop-Ins Feb. 25 and 26 – Prepare for the Career Fair!
Get ready for the Career & Summer Internship Fair on Thursday, Feb. 27, by attending All-Day Drop-Ins in the Career Connection Office! If you have not registered for the Career Fair, you can do so using this Handshake link. On…
Spend Fall Semester in Tanzania – Change Your Life
Ohio Wesleyan’s semester-long program in Tanzania is accepting applications for its Fall 2025 program. The Tanzania program is open to all majors and minors. Students complete an internship, study Swahili, and take 3 additional courses that explore : East African…
Student News & Events
Feb. 3 – Student Involvement Fair
The spring Student Involvement Fair is Tuesday, Feb.3, from 11-1 p.m. in the Benes Rooms. It is a fantastic way to meet 50 student organizations/offices and to get connected to campus – you won’t want to miss this event! You can visit tables to learn…
Feb. 5 @ 8 p.m. – Anime Tropes Bingo!
Join the OWU Anime Club for an Anime Tropes Bingo Night! 🎬✨ We’ll be watching one episode from two different anime and marking off classic tropes as we spot them. We’ll have snacks for anyone who attends, and prizes will…
Feb. 4 – First Line Dancing Club Meeting!
Join us for our first-ever line dancing club meeting on Feb. 4 at 7 p.m.! Join our GroupMe for more information! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Line Dancing Club Contact: Lauren James at lkjames@owu.edu
Interested in a FREE Macrame Class on Feb. 7?
In The Loop, OWU’s Fiber Arts club, in collaboration with the Campus Programming Board, is attending a Macrame clinic at Sew To Speak on Feb. 7, from 11-1 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. We have space for up to 12 students…
Honors Board Applications Due Today @ 12:30 p.m.
The Honors Board is seeking two new board members from the Class of 2029. This is a great way to get involved on campus! The link for the application is below. All applications are due by Friday, Jan. 30, at 12:30…
Feb. 3 @ 8 p.m. – Emma Foster’s Senior Recital
Enjoy a night of beautiful cello music on Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 8-9 p.m. at student Emma Foster’s senior recital in Jemison Auditorium, Sanborn Hall. Featuring alum Kevin Foster on piano and Emma’s sister, Eden, on violin, the program will…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Can You Feel the Excitement? Commencement is THIS Saturday!
We want YOU there to help celebrate this incredible milestone with your students and their families! If you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still time — just complete this form by noon on Friday, May 9. Better yet, invite a colleague to join…
May 8 @ 4:30 p.m. – Join us for Final Lap!
Please join us as we cheer on members of the Class of 2025 during their Final Lap following Commencement rehearsal. We will gather along the JAYwalk on Thursday, May 8, at 4:30 p.m. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: University Advancement Contact: Mallorie…
FOMO = Fear of Missing Out … You Don’t Want That!
Don’t Miss Out – Commencement is Almost Here! All faculty are warmly invited to join the Commencement processional in regalia on Saturday, May 10. Your students will be thrilled to see you there and introduce you to their families — it…
University Classifieds
Black Jacket Found in Chappelear Lobby
A black jacket was left over the weekend in the lobby of Chappelear Drama Center. Please contact our office with the description to claim. Thank you! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan University Department of Theatre Contact: Lisa Hill at lahill@owu.edu
OWU Sexual Misconduct Survey
Hi Bishops, During this 2024 spring semester, I have personally observed an increase in discussion about incidents of sexual misconduct on campus. I have taken it upon myself to collect data from OWU students to quantify the prevalence of such…
April 17 @ 3 p.m. – Paws for Good Donation List
My name is Emilee, and I am currently a veterinary assistant at the Humane Society of Delaware County! This internship and job opportunity has been such an amazing experience and it is my turn to give back! Wednesday, April 17,…
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