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Campuswide News & Events
Oct. 28 @ 7 p.m. – “What to Do About Immigration?”, Dana Bucin ’02
Dana Bucin, an award-winning immigration/international attorney, presents “What to do about immigration? An Immigration Attorney’s Take on Navigating a Flawed System,” on Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. in the Benes Rooms inside Hamilton-Williams Campus Center. On Oct. 29 at noon…
Oct. 26 – Free Kids Craft: Ghost Family Portrait
Join us at the Ross Art Museum for a craft open house from 2-4 p.m. to make a ghostly family portrait for Halloween and hear some spooky stories! This craft is open to all ages (younger children may need help…
OWUSearch Feedback
The OWU Libraries team is requesting your feedback on our new OWUSearch platform. If you have a few minutes, please fill out the OWUSearch feedback form or send your thoughts directly to libraries@owu.edu. All comments will be carefully reviewed and…
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…
Oct. 26 @ 5-7 p.m. – DIWALI BASH
Join us for an evening of sparkle, culture, and celebration at OWU’s Festival of Lights! Enjoy music, dance, food, henna, rangoli, and sparklers as we come together to celebrate Diwali — a joyful night where everyone’s invited to share in…
Oct. 24 @ 11-1 p.m. – Wellness Week: Sip Smart
Come join The Bishop Way in the HWCC Atrium for Sip Smart Tabling during Wellness Week featuring smart drinking tips and fun giveaways! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Bishop Way Contact: Mannat Sikand at bishopway@owu.edu
OWU Connection News & Events
TODAY: My Major Doesn’t Sound Like a Job Title
Have you ever been asked, “What will you do with THAT major?” When a job or internship says “open to students in all majors,” do you stress about how to demonstrate relevant and transferrable skillsets? On Wednesday, Feb. 5, noon…
Feb. 6 @ 4:30 p.m. – Love Chocolate? Full-Time PAID Summer Internship Info Session!
OWU Trustee Tom Simons ’88 is seeking to HIRE an OWU intern this summer to work at his start-up organization: Lewis Pogue Artisan Chocolate. He hopes to share more about his opportunity on Thursday, Feb. 6, from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. via…
TODAY @ Noon – Pitch OWU and Big Program Challenge Workshop
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…
The Required OWU Connection Experience: Info Session Feb. 7 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…
TODAY! Summer on the Cuyahoga Internship Info Session
SOTC is an intensive PAID summer internship experience in Cleveland. Typically 5-8 OWU students participate each summer. Why is SOTC great: Over 40 employers (business and non-profit) offer opportunities for students in a wide variety of majors. HOUSING IS FREE…
Feb. 6 @ 11:30 a.m. – Career Connection Employer Spotlight
Career Opportunity Alert! Looking to kickstart your career or land a killer internship? Don’t miss the Employer Spotlight happening Feb. 16, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the HWCC Atrium! Employers and graduate programs on hand will include:…
Student News & Events
Help Me with My Honors Capstone!
My name is Kelsea Cooper, and I am working on completing my honors capstone. I am conducting an epidemiological study. My project includes consenting to the study to be randomized into a group that will receive a new intervention to…
Jan. 26 @ 7:30 p.m. – Rock Painting with Circle K
Welcome back, Bishops! Are you passionate about making a difference in the community? Do you enjoy volunteering with friends (and occasionally indulging in some arts and crafts)? Then join Circle K for our first meeting of the semester, Monday, Jan.…
PSYC Students: Spring Faculty Evaluation
Hey, Psychology students! The Psychology Student Board is evaluating faculty, and we need your help! Your input is crucial to reviewing faculty performances. The linked form should take only a few minutes. All responses are anonymous, and the overall data…
Canceled – Getting started in Pre-Med Research
The Research Panel hosted by the Minoritized Association of Pre-Medicine Students (MAPS) and the Genetics Club, scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 27 at 12 p.m. in SCSC 205, has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Please…
LGBTQ+ and Faith Discussion Group – Thursdays at Noon
If you would like to discuss or find support at the intersections of gender identity, sexuality, and faith, you are invited to the LGBTQ+ and Faith Discussion Group hosted by the Chaplain’s Office. This is an open-discussion time to explore…
Hit the Slopes with the Ski & Snowboarding Club!
Dates: Feb. 17 & 23 (4-9 p.m.). Don’t miss out! Whether you’re a first-timer or knocking off some rust, join us for an evening at Snow Trails in Mansfield, OH! ALL are welcome A $15 deposit is required for each…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Former Staff Member Kathy Earls Passes Away
We are sad to share that former OWU staff member Kathryn “Kathy” Earls passed away May 22 following a four-year battle with breast cancer. She was 59. A Columbus resident, Kathy worked as the administrative assistant for University Advancement and…
Open Enrollment Runs Through May 31
OWU Benefit Eligible Employees – The Open Enrollment Portal is OPEN! Reminder that our next benefit plan year is effective for the benefit plan year from July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. There are no changes to benefit providers or plan…
Summer Hours Begin Today Through Aug. 1
Happy summer! Beginning today, OWU’s summer hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. OWU offices are closed Friday, unless they need to remain open for special events and activities. (Please work with your supervisor as needed.) If…
University Classifieds
Pink Jeweled Prescription Glasses Left In Sturges 106
A pink pair of prescription glasses with fake diamonds on the sides were left in Sturges 106 quite a while ago and no one has claimed them. They have now been brought to the Academic Assistant’s Office in Sturges 203. …
Found Necklaces at Smith
Two necklaces found in a shower room at Smith. To claim, stop by the OWjL Office in Hayes Hall, #124 (behind the lounge), or email to arrange pick up: owjl@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWjL Contact: Josie Bair at jrbair@owu.edu
Free Large Classroom Lab/Work Desks
ENVS is renovating a lab/classroom space (211 SCSC) for teaching flexibility. To do so, we are removing built-in solid-surface desk/tables with built-in shelving. These are very high-quality desks with tops suitable for heavy usage. Two of the six desk groups…
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