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Campuswide News & Events
June 18 – Cold Cuts & Warm Welcomes
Warm welcomes and delicious cold cuts await! Join IOCP on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, from noon – 2 p.m. in the Slocum Honors Lounge for a casual lunch of sandwiches and drinks. It’s the perfect chance to meet the new Assistant Director…
June 10 – CONSORT Service Interruptions
As part of our continued library systems transition work, the following CONSORT services will be unavailable starting end of day on June 10. Requesting physical items from other CONSORT libraries Renewing loans Accessing your library account online E-resources, local OWU…
June 4 – Degree Audit System Maintenance
The Degree Audit system will be offline on Wednesday, June 4, from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. for a planned upgrade and system maintenance. Please direct any questions or concerns to Information Services, helpdesk@owu.edu, or 740-368-3120 OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Information Services…
June 2 – Brief, Scheduled Self-Service & PowerCampus Outage
Starting at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 2, Self-Service and PowerCampus will be taken offline for brief server maintenance. Users must close the applications before the announced outage times. System access should be restored by noon the same day. Questions? Contact registrar@owu.edu.…
Commencement Day Parking
Can you believe that Commencement is 1 DAY AWAY? As a courtesy to our campus visitors, please park in remote lots on Saturday if at all possible. In particular, please avoid the Edwards, Science Center, Phillips, Selby, and Ham-Wil lots.…
Tonight @ 7 – Baccalaureate Celebration, Featuring a Conversation with Jasmine Guy!
Everyone is invited to attend the Class of 2025 Baccalaureate ceremony tonight featuring graduating seniors reflecting on their OWU journeys and Emmy Award-winning actor Jasmine Guy in conversation with President Matt vandenBerg and Chief Diversity Officer Dawn Chisebe. The celebration…
OWU Connection News & Events
TODAY: My Major Doesn’t Sound Like a Job Title
Have you ever been asked, “What will you do with THAT major?” When a job or internship says “open to students in all majors,” do you stress about how to demonstrate relevant and transferrable skillsets? On Wednesday, Feb. 5, noon…
Feb. 6 @ 4:30 p.m. – Love Chocolate? Full-Time PAID Summer Internship Info Session!
OWU Trustee Tom Simons ’88 is seeking to HIRE an OWU intern this summer to work at his start-up organization: Lewis Pogue Artisan Chocolate. He hopes to share more about his opportunity on Thursday, Feb. 6, from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. via…
TODAY @ Noon – Pitch OWU and Big Program Challenge Workshop
Are you interested in entrepreneurship? Do you have a big idea? Calling all OWU Students to apply for Pitch OWU and Big Problem Challenge, sponsored by The Woltemade Center! If you have an innovative and original idea, you are encouraged…
The Required OWU Connection Experience: Info Session Feb. 7 for OWU Students
Want to learn how to fulfill your General Education Connection Experience (GenEd CX)? Join us in 201 Slocum this Friday, Feb. 7 (12:10-1 p.m.)! While munching on free pizza, we’ll explain everything you need to know about: The four steps…
TODAY! Summer on the Cuyahoga Internship Info Session
SOTC is an intensive PAID summer internship experience in Cleveland. Typically 5-8 OWU students participate each summer. Why is SOTC great: Over 40 employers (business and non-profit) offer opportunities for students in a wide variety of majors. HOUSING IS FREE…
Feb. 6 @ 11:30 a.m. – Career Connection Employer Spotlight
Career Opportunity Alert! Looking to kickstart your career or land a killer internship? Don’t miss the Employer Spotlight happening Feb. 16, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the HWCC Atrium! Employers and graduate programs on hand will include:…
Student News & Events
Nov. 15 – Intramural 2v2 Pickleball Tournament
The Intramural Sports Program will be hosting a 2v2 pickleball tournament on Nov. 15 at 3 p.m. at the Edwards basketball courts. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Intramural Sports Contact: Marcus Valcourt at intramurals@owu.edu
Nov. 5 – Gourds & Gratitude: Expressing Gratitude is Good for Mental Health!
Do you know that when you express gratitude, your brain releases dopamine & serotonin, which are linked to feelings of happiness and contentment? Join us on Wed., Nov. 5, over the noon hour in the HWCC Atrium — decorate a…
Nov. 6 @ 6 p.m. – Student Chill Game Night!
On Thursday, Nov. 6, join us at the Ross Art Museum for snacks and games. Uno, Exploding Kittens, and Blokus are just a few of the games we’ve got for game night! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth…
Come Meet Latine/Hispanic Faculty and Staff with VIVA!
Meet OWU’s Latine/Hispanic faculty and staff in the Crider Lounge this Thursday at noon. VIVA, the Latine club on campus, invites you to meet OWU’s staff who share your cultural backgrounds, language, and traditions. Enjoy hot chocolate, coffee, and various…
Ski Stowe 2026 Trip Registration Open – Reserve by Nov. 4
The Executive Board is thrilled to announce that registration for our Winter Trip to Stowe, Vermont, is officially OPEN! Trip Details: Destination: Stowe Mountain Resort, Vermont Dates: Monday, Jan. 5 -Friday, Jan. 9, 2026 Cost: $375 per person Deposit of $175…
Nov. 7 – Free Festival Concert: Phi Fest at Phi Delta Theta!
Phi Delta Theta is having a free concert with optional donations to raise money and awareness for ALS research in support of our philanthropy: Live Like Lou Foundation. Come see four bands perform on Friday, Nov. 7, at the Phi…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
April 4 @ 11:59 p.m. – Deadline for Spring Student Symposium – Faculty Mentor Form
Deadline Reminder: The faculty mentor form for the Spring Student Symposium is due on April 4 at 11:59 p.m. If you have any questions about the Spring Student Symposium, please reach out to Dr. Dave Markwardt or Jill Hayes. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU…
Join us today for You Can Help a Student
Faculty and staff are invited to attend “You Can Help a Student” today at 4:10 p.m. in Merrick 202. The presentation will include helpful information about how to identify signs of mental health challenges, connect students with critical resources, and better…
April 4 @ Noon – Deadline for ordering Commencement Regalia
Commencement will be here soon, and the deadline to order your Regalia is fast approaching. Regalia can be rented through the bookstore, but the store must receive your order by noon on Friday, April 4. Stop in to the bookstore,…
University Classifieds
Found – Wooden Bead Bracelet
Found in the Smith parking lot — a wooden bead bracelet with a silver cross with a heart around the cross. Contact William Hayes to claim: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
March 20-27 – March Earring Sale Part 2
Hey everyone! In honor of both Women’s History Month I will be selling custom made earrings and rings for anyone interested in receiving earrings to acknowledge the women we celebrate and all the women that deserve to be celebrated in…
Sunglasses Found in Edwards Gym Parking Lot
I found sunglasses in the Edwards Gym Parking lot around 7 p.m. on March 5. If you believe they are yours, please come to University Hall Room 018 (Student Accounts) to claim them. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan University Contact:…
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