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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 (It will not be published again till then.)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 – Bishop Launch Program Info Session #1
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 today, April 2, from noon to 12:30 p.m. in Slocum 201 and find out more…
Explore the Career Connection Virtual Career Center!
The Career Connection Virtual Career Center is your go-to resource for all things career-related at Ohio Wesleyan University. Accessible at , this website provides you with 24/7 self-guided career support by giving you a wide range of tools and resources…
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…
Student News & Events
Literary Awards Submissions Open!
The English Department’s annual Literary Awards are open for submission! Enter an original piece of writing for a chance to win $$ and an award! To apply, please ensure you read and follow the guidelines below: Each submission form below…
March 20 @ 6 p.m. – Art Exhibition: Black Star – Merrick
Black Star isn’t just an art exhibition; it’s an experience merging creativity, culture, and visual storytelling through art, photography, and film. The exhibition will take place in Merrick Hall from 6-9 p.m. A solo exhibition by Nana (Class of ’27),…
Last Day to Add or Drop Second Module: March 19
Thinking about changing your schedule? Don’t forget the last day to add or drop second-module courses is Thursday, March 19, at 11:59 p.m. EDT. Before you make any changes, be sure to talk with your Faculty Advisor. Then, if you…
March 18 @ 5 p.m. – First Aid Kit Making
Passionate about volunteering? Join Residential Life on March 18 at the Smith Hall Seminar Room 233 from 5-6 p.m. to help assemble first aid kits and write letters that help spread care to the unhoused. Location: Smith Hall West, Room…
March 22 – Horizons Eid Celebration in Benes
Join us for a special Eid celebration hosted by Horizons in collaboration with Tahueed and funded by WCSA. This student-focused event brings the campus community together to celebrate Eid in a welcoming and inclusive space. Enjoy an evening of cultural…
March 16-20 Mortar Board Clothing Drive
OWU’s chapter of Mortar Board is putting on a clothing drive! We’ll have boxes in 1842 all week in Hamilton Williams over the noon lunch hour! If you’re interested in joining us for the next school year, please reach out…
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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