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Campuswide News & Events
Elliott Hall Winter Open House – Dec. 3 & Dec. 4 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
All are welcome to join the Departments of Elliott Hall for our annual Winter Open House on Dec. 3 and Dec. 4 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Stop by and grab a hot drink and a snack in the main level…
Don’t miss TODAY’s Campus Celebration at Noon in Merrick 301!
Dear Faculty, Staff, and Students, A quick reminder to join President Matt vandenBerg today as we celebrate an exciting milestone and share important news about OWU’s future. Date: Today – Dec. 1, 2025 Time: 12-1 p.m. Location: Merrick Hall, Room…
Tonight! @ 6 p.m. – Hudler Tree Lighting
Today is the day! Join the brothers of Sigma Phi Epsilon and the University Advancement team for hot chocolate and the annual Hudler Tree Lighting today, Monday, Dec. 1, at 6 p.m.! The event will take place in the grassy…
Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Thanksgiving Break Building Hours
Monday 11/24 – Wednesday 11/26: 8:00am – 5:00pm Thursday 11/27; Closed Friday 11/28: 8:00am – 5:00pm Saturday 11/29: 10:30am – 1:30pm Sunday 11/30: Resume normal operating hours OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: SES Contact: Brad Pulcini at deansoffice@owu.edu
Thanksgiving Break Hours for OWU Athletics Facilities
Please use this link to view fall break hours for OWU’s athletics facilities. Thank you and have a great break! Office: Department of Athletics. Contact: Abby Turner @ amstoner@owu.edu
Dec. 1-5 – Children’s Book Drive
Do you have books that aren’t being read? Consider donating them to the Children’s Book Drive! The drive will accept books that are in good condition and suitable for elementary and middle school-aged readers. Donation bins can be found in…
OWU Connection News & Events
Today! – Join Us for Pitch OWU and Woltemade Big Problem Challenge
Join us in Merrick Hall, Room 301 on Tuesday, Feb. 27, for an afternoon of innovation, creativity, and problem-solving. These two events showcase the talent, dedication, and entrepreneurial mindset of OWU students. Whether you are interested in business, social impact,…
TODAY @ 10 a.m. – LBV Lecture: Glenn Entis ’76 – My Creative Journey
February 27, 2025 | 10 a.m. | Slocum Hall, Milligan Room “From Art & Philosophy to Computer Animation, Video Games, AI: My Creative Journey.” Join us for an inspiring talk with Glenn Entis ’76, an Academy Award-winning animation pioneer and…
March 1 – TPG Deadline
The deadline for the spring round of Theory-to-Practice Grant applications is Saturday, March, 1 at 11:59 p.m. You can find a link to the application and guidelines for submission on the TPG website – www.owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP –…
TODAY @ 9 a.m. – Environmental & Natural Resource Symposium
Feb. 27, 2025 | 9 a.m. | Merrick Hall, Room 301 Join us for the Environmental & Natural Resource Symposium featuring a discussion on “Efficient Conservation: A Conversation with Two GLCA Graduates About Using Data to Maximize Environmental Impact.” Elizabeth…
Funding Your Connection? Learn How at the Connection Conference
Wanting to know how to fund your amazing ideas? Join us at the OWU Connection Conference on Feb. 27 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. to attend sessions on available grants, fellowships, and affordability abroad. The full schedule can be…
Tomorrow @ 10 a.m. – LBV Lecture: Glenn Entis ’76 – My Creative Journey
February 27, 2025 | 10 a.m. | Slocum Hall, Milligan Room “From Art & Philosophy to Computer Animation, Video Games, AI: My Creative Journey” Join us for an inspiring talk with Glenn Entis ’76, an Academy Award-winning animation pioneer and…
Student News & Events
Student Commencement Speaker Applications are Open Now through March 20!
Graduating Seniors: applications are now open to serve as the 2026 Student Commencement Speaker. This is your chance to share your reflections on how OWU has shaped you and your class, and how you’re looking to the next chapter in…
SENIORS! APPLY TODAY! Postgraduate Assistant Opportunity, Office of the President
Are you a Senior looking for valuable work experience after graduation? The President’s Office is hiring one qualified graduating senior from the Class of 2026 to serve as the Postgraduate Assistant for a one- or two-year position. This is an…
Got Leadership Genes? Apply to Join the Genetics Club’s Exec Team!
Do you have great leadership genes? The Genetics & Molecular Biology Club will be hosting elections for our exec team members after spring break. This is a great opportunity to host fun events and help our club grow. If interested,…
March 17 @ 11:30 a.m. – What Makes You Lucky?
Join the Bishop Way to learn about healthy financial practices and credit card use on March 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the HWCC atrium! Information about filing taxes and using credit cards will be provided! Financial wellness…
Summer / Fall 2026 Pre-Registration Open!
Summer / Fall 2026 Pre-Registration is now open! This means you can now add courses to your cart to begin developing your schedule. When can I register? Check your Self-Service Profile to review your Class Level. Note: figures below are based on cumulative…
OWU Karate/TKD and Jiujitsu Classes
Okinawan Karate/Kobudo TKD PE301 – From Okinawa, Japan, home to the oldest and healthiest people on earth, Karate has a deep cultural history developed over centuries. It is one of the oldest and most effective self-defense systems ever created. You…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Submit by Aug. 29 – News for OWU Families September Issue
We are accepting submissions for the September edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by the deadline, noon Friday, Aug. 29. For the September digest, please consider submitting information to help students and…
Aug. 24 – Kids Sunshine Photos at the Ross!
Join us from 2-3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 24, at the Ross Art Museum to learn about and make free cyanotypes: photos developed using the power of sunshine! Children of all ages are welcome and will be able to make and…
Yoga for Faculty & Staff Begins Thursday!
Want to incorporate something new into your weekly movement or wellness routine? Look no further! Yoga is offered on campus every week on Tuesdays & Thursdays in Edwards Gym from 12-1 p.m. over the lunch hour. You probably think you…
University Classifieds
OWU Sexual Misconduct Survey
Hi Bishops, During this 2024 spring semester, I have personally observed an increase in discussion about incidents of sexual misconduct on campus. I have taken it upon myself to collect data from OWU students to quantify the prevalence of such…
April 17 @ 3 p.m. – Paws for Good Donation List
My name is Emilee, and I am currently a veterinary assistant at the Humane Society of Delaware County! This internship and job opportunity has been such an amazing experience and it is my turn to give back! Wednesday, April 17,…
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…
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