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Campuswide News & Events
Today from 2-4 p.m. – Make Agar Art with Genetics Club!
Drop in and join the Genetics Club to make your own agar art TODAY between 2-4 p.m.! Learn about bioengineered bacteria and “paint” with colorful bacteria. Meet in SCSC 349 (Microbiology Lab). OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Genetics Club Contact: Andrew Inamdar…
Dec. 11 @ 8:30 a.m.- CNX 100 Class Book Conference
Come explore classic books as they’ve been reimagined by CNX 100 students for the 21st century. Walk through the Atrium, stop at each table, and explore the creativity and ideas behind every project. Join Dr. Kennard and Dr. Mack’s classes…
Public Safety Advisory – Keep Warm, Bishops!
Here are some keep-warm tips from the OWU Student Health Center and Public Safety, and information from weathersafety.ohio.gov. How to Dress During Cold Weather Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing. Trapped air between the layers will insulate the body. Outer…
Congratulations, OWU Women’s Basketball!
The 23rd/24th-ranked Ohio Wesleyan University women’s basketball team hit the road on Wednesday night to begin North Coast Athletic Conference play against 10th/7th-ranked John Carroll. At the end of the night, Ohio Wesleyan walked out of University Heights with a…
Celebrate ‘Home for the Holidays’ Dec. 5-7 with Tree Lighting, Skating, Parade, More!
Main Street Delaware’s ninth annual “Home for the Holidays” will feature the First Friday lighting of the community Christmas tree, “glice” skating, carriage rides, “Dash for Dasher” scavenger hunt, Christmas Parade, Great Gingerbread Build-Off, and, of course, Santa Claus! The…
Hours for Finals and Semester Break for the Hobson Library
Please visit the library’s website at for the complete schedule. Any changes to our hours will also be found on our website. The Slocum Reading Room is available 24/7 for study and printing with card access. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: University…
OWU Connection News & Events
April 3 @ 11:30 a.m. – “Donut” Miss This Employer Spotlight! Career Connection
We are excited to invite you to the Employer Spotlight event on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with top employers and graduate schools from a variety of industries. You can learn…
Spring Student Symposium – Apply Now!
Applications are now open for the 2025 Spring Student Symposium! The annual Spring Student 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…
Drop-In Hours for Resumes and Cover Letters!- Career Connection
Do you have questions about building your resume, writing a cover letter, or formatting one? Are you seeking guidance on networking, job searching, or other career-related issues? If so, a Career Connection Drop-In appointment could be just what you need! The…
Spring Student Symposium – Apply Now!
Applications are now open for the 2025 Spring Student Symposium! The annual Spring Student 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…
Now Accepting Self-Nominations: Accounting & Finance Fellows! Deadline March 28
Now Accepting Self-Nominations: Accounting & Finance Fellows The Woltemade Center for Economics, Business, and Entrepreneurship at Ohio Wesleyan University invites students to apply for the Accounting & Finance Fellows Program, a selective opportunity designed for those pursuing careers in accounting and…
March 26 @ 6 p.m. – Spring Break Service Teams and Wilderness Treks Celebration
This year’s Spring Break Service Teams and Wilderness Treks had some amazing experiences over break! Come hear all about their trips on Wednesday, March 26, at 6 p.m. in Crider Lounge. Each group will be sharing briefly about what they…
Student News & Events
32 Units to Participate in Commencement
Note: This notification contains information for students who are planning to participate in the Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony. To participate in Spring Commencement, seniors need to have at least 32 units in progress or completed as of the Spring semester. 34 units and all…
March Madness @ The 1842
Come watch your favorite men’s and women’s teams compete. The 1842 will have the NCAA games on each night with the most popular over the sound systems. March Madness games start on March 17 and go through April 6. The…
Apply By March 27 @ 5 p.m. – Graduating Class Director
Class of 2026: When you graduate from Ohio Wesleyan, you become part of a worldwide network of Bishops and an instant member of the Ohio Wesleyan Alumni Association. If you are passionate about increasing awareness, pride, participation, volunteer involvement, and…
March 16 – Bluegrass in Columbus Presentation with Rich Baker
Join Rich Baker, Instructor with the Economics & Business department at Ohio Wesleyan University and longtime host of The Bluegrass Ramble, along with Brent Davis, former content director at WOSU Public Media, as they explore how Appalachian migration, the Folk…
Education Information Session this Wednesday!
Are you interested in Education majors or minors at OWU? Come find out more and get all your questions answered this Wednesday, March 18, from 12-1 p.m. in Edgar 128! We’ll have snacks! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Education Department Contact: Sarah…
March 19 – Student Chill Night: Polaroids
Come experiment with our Polaroid camera with your friends and decorate a frame for your pic! Thursday, March 6-8 p.m. at the Ross Art Museum with snacks. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Reminder – Executive Functioning Training with Ana Homayoun
You are invited to a series of professional development workshops focused on executive functioning (EF) from leading national expert, Ana Homayoun! Staff Training: Building a Common EF Language When: Thursday, Sept. 4, 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. Where: Merrick 301 What: This session…
Sept. 3 @ 3:30 p.m. – Testing Center Open House
Faculty and Academic Staff are warmly invited to join us for the OWU Testing Center Open House on Wednesday, Sept. 3, at 3:30-5 p.m. in University Hall 114. This is a wonderful opportunity to: Say a fond farewell to Anne Noonan, who recently stepped down after…
Professor Emeritus Lew Fikes Passes Away
We are sad to share that Professor Emeritus Lewis “Lew” Edgar Fikes died Aug. 29 at Willow Brook Run. Lew taught chemistry at Ohio Wesleyan between 1985 and 2004. In a Transcript student newspaper article honoring his 19 years of…
University Classifieds
Boardman Arts Park Seeks Volunteers for May 25 Event
Boardman Arts Park is hosting May Madness on May 25, featuring games, face painting, food trucks, artists selling their wares, T-Rex racing, music, and more. Organizers are seeking a total of 60 volunteers to support the event. The park is…
Gold KS Earring Found
Found gold KS earring behind Hayes Hall near the parking loop. Describe it or show me what your missing. Contact: Eve Helenberger at eehelenb@owu.edu
Ring Found in Edwards Parking Lot
Please stop by Slocum 306 to provide a description & claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Community Service Learning Contact: Kerri Robe at klrobe@owu.edu
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