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Campuswide News & Events
March 25 @ 5 p.m. – Experimental Film Showcase + Q&A with Josh Vieth
The Department of English and Film Studies Program Present: Experimental Film Showcase + Q&A with Josh Vieth Tuesday, March 25, 2025 5 p.m. in Corns 312 ~ A collection of short films and Q&A on independent filmmaking and graduate studies in film and media…
Today @ 4:10 p.m. – Women in Genetics with Josie Baker
Join the Genetics Club in SCSC 176 at 4:10 p.m. today, 3/20, for a Women in Genetics Lecture from Josie Baker. Josie is a genetic counselor and associate clinical professor at The Ohio State University’s comprehensive cancer center. Her work…
March 21 @ Noon – Great Decisions Talk on “American Policy in the Middle East” with OSU Prof. Ori Yehudai
Great Decisions is a discussion series on international affairs. All are welcome to take part- it is free and open to the public. Takes place at noon Friday, March 21 at William Street Methodist Church. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: International Studies…
March 22 from 10-11:30 a.m. – Slocum Reading Room Closed
The Slocum Reading Room will be closed on Saturday, March 22, from 10 – 11:30 a.m. for an Admission Office event. Thank you for your support as we meet with future Bishops! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Admission Office Contact: Julie Weller…
March 21 @ 11 a.m. – Brazilian Art! Merrick 301
Join us for a talk on March 21 @ 11 a.m. in Merrick 301 by professor, researcher, and author Dr. Kleber Amancio! Race, Modernity, and Agency in Brazilian Art This lecture focuses on the life of Arthur Timotheo da Costa…
March 21 @ 4:10 p.m. – 2025 Muller Award Lecture
Please join the Department of Physics and Astronomy for the 2025 Muller Award Lecture on Friday, March 21. Our speaker is Dexter Allen (OWU Class of 2021), and his talk is titled Fluid Physics in Space Exploration. Dexter works as an…
OWU Connection News & Events
Sept. 25 – Carleton Global Engagement Visit
Our institutional representative from Carleton College Global Engagement Programs, Rob Quanbeck, will be on campus on Wednesday, Sept. 25. The Carleton College Global Engagement programs include Buddhist Studies in Thailand & India (), Women & Gender Studies in Europe () and Ecology & Anthropology in Tanzania (). All programs will run…
Sept. 26 @ Noon – Join us for Black Wall Street at the OWU Connection Conference!
Join us during the OWU Connection Conference for the 3rd Annual Black Wall Street! Each year, The Woltemade Center for Economics, Business and Entrepreneurship, OMSA, DEC OWU, and OWU Connection host a “Street Fair” featuring Black and minority-owned businesses in…
Sept. 26 @ 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. Thursday, Sept. 26…
Connection Conference – View the Schedule
The Connection Conference schedule is live! Check it out and start mapping out what sessions you plan to attend! There is also a pdf print version as well. Please email connect@owu.edu if you have any questions or see something in the schedule…
The Connection Conference is This Week!
Think Big. Do Good. Go Global. Get Real. Taking place on Thursday, Sept. 26, the conference will offer dozens of different sessions for students interested in any pathway. All participants will see and hear how students have researched big questions,…
Sept. 25 @ 6 p.m. – R&D Isn’t for Me
Join the STEM & Pre-Health Career Catalyst for a discussion and activities exploring career paths that don’t include research and development! This event is attendance-based so please Register Today! What: R&D Isn’t for Me When: Wednesday, Sept. 25 Time: 6…
Student News & Events
Additional Section of COMM 101: Communication Theory (TR 2:40-4) Added!
The Department of Journalism and Communication has added a second section of COMM 101: Communication Theory to the Fall 2025 catalog. Anyone can sign up, and there are no prerequisites. The course satisfies the Listen, Imagine, Understand Gen Ed Competency.…
DANC 150 (Both Sections) Still Open!
You might be a beginner just getting started, or maybe you’re a seasoned dancer. You might be heavily invested in dance. Or maybe you feel like you don’t have a lot of time but just want to stay active. Whatever…
Aug. 20 @ 6 p.m. – Senior Class Toast 🥂
The Class of 2026 is invited to join us for your Senior Welcome Reception featuring your Senior Toast on Wednesday, Aug. 20, at 6 p.m. on the Hickson Patio, outside of Bradford Milligan Hall. Enjoy appetizers, a brief speech from…
Learn Authentic Gracie Jiujitsu, Okinawa Karate, & Kobudo, Self-Defense
Check out these courses! Karate/Kobudo TKD PE301 – From Okinawa, Japan, home to the oldest and healthiest people on earth, cultural history developed over centuries, it is one of the oldest and most effective self-defense systems ever created. You do…
Additional Section of COMM 101: Communication Theory (TR 2:40-4) Added!
The Department of Journalism and Communication has added a second section of COMM 101: Communication Theory to the Fall 2025 catalog. Anyone can sign up, and there are no prerequisites. The course satisfies the Listen, Imagine, Understand Gen Ed Competency.…
Student Parking Permits Available for Purchase Starting Aug. 1
Student parking permits are now available for purchase. The purchase website is not operated by Ohio Wesleyan, so please follow the parking purchase instructions closely. This includes selecting “your respective permit in regards to your housing assignment.” [For example, if you…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
How to Make Your Course Available in Blackboard
You may have noticed that the lock icon is now missing from Details & Actions. Course availability is now managed in Course Settings. To open your course so students may access it, simply click the Course content will be unavailable…
Welcome Back! from Information Services
The OWU Help Desk is happy to be your #1 resource for all tech needs. We’ve got you covered. There are many ways to get help: Web: helpdesk.owu.edu – where you can chat with us! Phone: 740-368-3120 or just campus extension 3120…
Want to ‘Do Good’? Get Connected with United Way!
We ask for your support for OWU’s 2024-2025 United Way workplace campaign! Your generosity gives all Delaware County families and children the ability to address unexpected crises and improve their circumstances. To take part, please open one of the emails you…
University Classifieds
Tan Puffer Jacket Found
A tan puffer jacket was found in Phillips Hall. It is hanging on the bulletin board at the main entrance to Phillips. Please claim. Thanks. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Phillips Contact: Andrea Ryan at amryan@owu.edu
Dec. 1 @ 6-8 p.m. – Mistletoe and Mutts
Come support Ohio Pet Charities at their annual Mistletoe and Mutts silent auction and wine tasting at the Polaris COhatch this Friday from 6-8 p.m.! Tickets are on sale now on OPC’s website and will also be available at the door.…
Dec. 2 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. – Artist Open Studio/Holiday Gift Sale
Looking for handmade, one-of-a-kind nature/science-themed gifts for upcoming holidays, birthdays, or as a reward to yourself for making it through this semester? Please visit my Open Studio on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at 66 Mason Ave. (near…
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