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Campuswide News & Events
April 4 @ 4:30 p.m. – Trail Fest
Join us on April 4 at 4:30 p.m. on the JAYwalk for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Trail Bound Trail Fest is your chance to experience nature, adventure, and fun — all in one place. Ohio School of Falconry – Get up…
April 4 @ 2 p.m. – Japanese Haru Matsuri (Spring Festival)
The WLC’s Japanese Department and CPB are hosting our annual Haru Matsuri or Japanese Spring Festival! At this festival, we will be celebrating the coming of spring with traditional Japanese onigiri (rice balls), desserts and drinks, crafts like origami and…
Spotlight Seniors: Internship Experiences in Film
Join us for a special three-part series featuring senior film majors who will share the unique and diverse internship experiences they’ve had during their time at OWU. Each session will spotlight a different student, offering insight into their creative journeys,…
Campus Operations Notification: Dead Tree Removal
Facilities will be removing a dead cottonwood tree in front of Merrick Hall beginning at 7 a.m. Tuesday, April 1. The work will be completed the same day. Removal of the tree, which was declared dead by an arborist, will…
March 30 @ 7 p.m. – OWU Percussion Ensemble
The OWU Percussion Ensemble under the direction of Dr. Chris Lizak will present a concert with special guest artists Ben and Kelsey Shaheen on Sunday, March 30, at 7 p.m. in Jemison Auditorium (Sanborn Hall). Admission is free. OWU Sponsoring…
April 1 @ 12:10 & 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar Series with Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholar Dr Ryosuke Motani
Please join the Biology Seminar Series for two talks by Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholar Dr Ryosuke Motani, University of California, Davis: 12:10-1:00 p.m., Science Center 161 “Mass Extinctions Past and Future – Are we in a mass extinction?” *Includes…
OWU Connection News & Events
Oct. 2 @ Noon – Critical Success: A Nerdy Approach to Job Seeking
Interested in learning about your career skills in a Dungeons and Dragons-like format? Want a truly casual and nerdy approach to this search? What skills are you preparing for your career journey? Join a truly casual workshop showcasing a unique…
Oct. 1 – Chill Out and Make Friendship Bracelets in IOCP
Tuesday, Oct. 1, is OWU Community Care Day! Come chill in the IOCP office (Slocum 311) and make a global-themed Friendship Bracelet! We’ll have all the supplies along with tea, coffee, and international snacks! Yum! Drop by anytime between 9 a.m.…
Oct. 1 – Japan Study and Border Studies Visit
Our institutional representative from Earlham’s Japan Study & Border Studies programs, Roger Adkins, will be on campus on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Established in 1963, Japan Study is one of the oldest and most comprehensive programs in higher education exchange between the United States and Japan. Based at…
Oct. 1 – Theory-to-Practice Grant Deadline
Theory-to-Practice Grant (TPG) submissions are due Oct. 1 at 11:59 p.m. Go to the TPG web page for guidelines and instructions and the application form. Questions? Please drop by the IOCP office in Slocum Hall (3rd floor) and speak with a…
Today @ 3 p.m. – LBV Lecture Series with Marius Smit, Founder of Plastic Whale
Join impact entrepreneur Marius Smit during the OWU Connection Conference as he shares his extraordinary journey from a solo dreamer to the founder of Plastic Whale, a thriving social enterprise that’s turning plastic waste into powerful change. Today, Sept. 26,…
Oct. 15 @ 7:30 p.m. – Milligan Leaders in Business Lecture
Join us Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 7:30 p.m. for the Milligan Leaders in Business Lecture Series featuring keynote speaker Michael Tiedemann ’93, CEO of AlTi Tiedemann Global. Mike was a Founding Partner, CEO, and Chairman of the Internal Investment Committee…
Student News & Events
Mailbox Keys Available
The student mailroom now has mailbox keys for most students who did not receive them on move-in day. Please stop by and pick up your key UNLESS you received an email from us Aug. 28 letting you know we are…
Sept. 3 @ 7 p.m. – Food Recovery Network!
Interested in joining OWU’s chapter of the Food Recovery Network? We take excess food from our dining halls and transport it to local nonprofits that provide free meals to the Delaware community. This meeting is introductory and informational, from 7…
Sept. 2 @ 6 p.m. – First College Democrats Meeting in HWCC 304
Join us for the first meeting of the College Democrats of Ohio Wesleyan in HWCC Room 304 on Tuesday, Sept. 2, at 6 p.m.! We are a casual political and civic engagement club, focused on the Democratic Party and its…
Sept. 2 @ 6 p.m. – Dharmic Student Reception in Crider Lounge
Join us for a reception for our Dharmic faith communities on campus, including Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and Sikh. We’ll gather in Crider Lounge (2nd floor of HWCC) on Tuesday, Sept. 2, at 6 p.m. for a time of food (samosas…
Aug. 28 – Last Day to Opt Out of BibliU Digital Course Materials
All students are automatically enrolled in the BibliU Equitable Access (EA) program each semester. If you want to stay enrolled, no action is needed. If your professors have chosen e-books or other electronic materials for fall, you will have a…
Aug. 28 – Last Day to Add or Drop a Class
Thinking about changing your schedule? Don’t forget that the last day to add or drop full-semester or first-module courses is Thursday, Aug. 28, at 11:59 p.m. EST. Before you make any changes, be sure to talk with your Faculty Advisor…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
TODAY! For OWU Advisors: GenEd CX Q&A Session
To All Academic Advisors: Join us via Zoom today, Feb. 6 (12:10-1 p.m.) to learn about advising students through the General Education Connection Experience (GenEd CX) process. We will walk you through the proposal criteria, review procedures, and four-step approval…
Apply Now! StAP, Legacy, and Bishop Elevate Proposals for 2025-2026
On-Campus Internship Proposals are now open for faculty and staff. All 3 Internship programs provide hands-on experiences in a professional setting for Ohio Wesleyan students who desire to complement their liberal arts education with practical experiences. These programs enable students…
Early Childhood Center now registering children for the 2025/2026 school year
ECC registration for the 2025/2026 school year is now open to faculty, staff, and to the general public. The center offers part-time preschool/pre-k to children who are three to five years old. Faculty and staff have priority status as long…
University Classifieds
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Some New Jewelry!
Hey, all! I’ve recently come out with earrings for Valentine’s Day, which is coming up sooner than you know it. If you’d like to buy a pair for your s/o or yourselves this romantic holiday season, please fill out this…
Valentine’s Day Earrings for Sale!
Hey, all! I’ve recently come out with earrings for Valentine’s Day, which is coming up sooner than you know it. If you’d like to buy a pair for your s/o, or for yourselves this romantic holiday season, please fill out…
Lost Vehicle Key?
Please contact us if you have recently lost a vehicle key; it may be at our office located in Welch Hall. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Public Safety Contact: Public Safety at psafety@owu.edu
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