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Campuswide News & Events
Oct. 29 @ noon – Bucin, Gitter, & Kim Immigration Panel Discussion
On Oct. 29 at noon in Merrick Hall 301, Dana Bucin will be joined by OWU Professors Robert Gitter and Veda Kim for a panel discussion, “On Immigration: What’s the Matter? What Matters?”, where guests and students will be able…
🚨Join Us Oct. 25 for the USEC, Fireside Chat with Dr. v. & the ‘Woz,’ & Big News!
No ticket needed for the campus community! Join Ohio Wesleyan starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, for OWU’s second annual “Shark Tank”-style U.S. Entrepreneurship Competition, followed at 11 a.m. by Dr. v’s chat with the “Woz,” who single-handedly created…
Oct. 28 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar Series with Josh Pletcher ’21
Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Josh Pletcher ’21, a Master’s student at Northern Michigan University: “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Host: Integrating Parasite Phylogenies Reveals Waves of Intercontinental Migration in Pikas” Free and open to…
Oct. 28 – Art and the Environment Talk: John Ganis
The Art and the Environment Talk series continues on Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 6:30 p.m. with John Ganis: America’s Endangered Coasts. An OWU Alum, John Ganis, is a photographer focusing on the Atlantic and Gulf Coast of the United States,…
Tagline: It’s Wellness Week! Oct. 20-24
It’s here…Get ready for Wellness Week Bishops! Click the link to see what events are happening around campus, like Take a Note, Leave a Note, Costumes & Consent, Sip Smart, and more! Wellness Week Schedule! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Bishop Way…
Oct. 28 – Meet OWU Alum and Renowned Director Fritz Kiersch!
You’re invited to a special opportunity to meet and talk with OWU alum and acclaimed director Fritz Kiersch! He will be visiting campus on Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 12-1 p.m. at the Ross Art Museum to share insights about his…
OWU Connection News & Events
Feb. 12 @ 12:10 p.m. – OWU in Tanzania Info Session
Join us for an information session on OWU in Tanzania, Wednesday, Feb. 12 @ 12:10 p.m. in Slocum 312. OWU’s semester-long program in Tanzania is accepting applications for its Fall 2025 program. The Tanzania program is open to all majors and minors.…
Feb. 11 – Pamplona Spain Study Abroad Info Session
Have you been thinking about a study abroad experience in Spain during Fall 25 or Spring 26? Join us Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 12 to 1 p.m. in University Hall Room 213 to learn about OWU’s signature program in Pamplona,…
View the Connection Conference Schedule
The Spring OWU Connection Conference will be held on the OWU campus Thursday, Feb. 27, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST. This draft schedule will help you with preliminary planning around the Conference. All sessions are 45 minutes unless…
Feb. 7 – The Required OWU Connection Experience: Info Session 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…
Feb. 6 @ Noon – Medical Shadowing Outreach How To
Are you interested in gaining a shadowing experience but have no idea how to ‘cold call’ a physician or other medical professional? Do you want more hands-on experience with professional communication? Join us for a how-to guide on how to…
Apply for Pitch OWU and Big Problem Challenge Today!
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…
Student News & Events
Winter Carnival @ The 1842 This Weekend
Come visit The 1842 this weekend for special activities on Friday, Saturday, & Sunday! We have a competition for the highest duckpin bowling score from Friday, 6 p.m. to Sunday at Midnight. On Friday night, there will be freshly popped…
Today @ 6 p.m. – Star Wars-Inspired Kitchen SLU House Project
Join us at the Kitchen SLU today (Jan. 28) from 6-7 p.m. for our “May the Fork Be With You” house project! Come celebrate with us as we create fun, Star Wars-inspired food and drinks that are out of this…
PSYCH Documentary Night this Thursday!
Join the OWU Psychology Student Board for a documentary night this Thursday, Jan. 29, at 7 p.m. in Corns 312. We will be watching the 2015 documentary Reject, which examines the significance of social belonging. This is a great opportunity…
Jan 28-29 @ 12 p.m. @ Ham-Wil In The Loop Crochet Fundraiser!
In The Loop, OWU’s Fine Arts Club, will be tabling in Ham-Wil selling a collection of crocheted items, Jan. 28 and 29 from 12-1 p.m.! Stop by to browse a collection of ChapStick holders, coasters, stuffed animals, and more! All…
Noon @ Ham-Wil – Rafiki Crochet Flowers Sale
Rafiki will be tabling at Ham-Wil on Jan. 29-30, Feb. 5-6, and Feb. 9-13! Stop by to buy crocheted flowers for Valentine’s Day 🌸 Pass by the table and grab something special for your loved ones during the month of…
CANCELED – Student Chill Night Adult Coloring Jan. 29
Please note: Due to the cold weather, this event is canceled. Students join us at the Ross Art Museum on Thursday night for adult coloring and snacks from 6-8 p.m. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Professor Emeritus Dick Smith Passes Away
We are sad to report that Richard “Dick” Williams Smith, Ph.D., a 36-year Ohio Wesleyan professor of history, passed away on July 1, 2025. He was 101. Complete obituary information is available online, and in it, his family shares: Dr.…
Print Services Closed June 30-July 11
Please note: Print Services (NOT Mail Services) will be closed June 30 through July 11. Thank you! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Print Services Contact: Marilyn Stephens at printservices@owu.edu
Professor Emeritus Bernie Murchland Passes Away
We are sad to report that Bernard “Bernie” Murchland, Ph.D., a 37-year Ohio Wesleyan professor of philosophy, passed away on June 24, 2025, at Willow Brook Christian Village in Delaware. He was 96. Bernie joined the OWU Department of Philosophy…
University Classifieds
Business Opportunity for Suitable Local Student
Several local elderly people would like assistance with technology and are willing to pay for it. If you’re good with gadgets and you’re patient with older folks, and you’ll be staying local through the summer, there are opportunities here for…
Central Ohio Symphony Seeking New Executive Director
Warren Hyer is retiring July 31 after 33 years with the Central Ohio Symphony. Congratulations and thank you, Warren! The Executive Director position and more about Hyer’s legacy are posted at www.centralohiosymphony.org. Source: Central Ohio Symphony/University Communications
Professional Camera For Sale
Hello! I am selling my Nikon D60 digital camera. It is a single lens reflex model. It is a fantastic entry-level professional camera for a photography student, fine arts major, or anyone wanting to learn about photography! This camera retails…
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