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Campuswide News & Events
Historic OWU Volumes Return After Conservation Work
Four historically significant volumes have recently returned to OWU Libraries’ Special Collections after undergoing professional conservation: Ohio Wesleyan University Record Book of Criticisms: School of Oratory (1901-1906 & 1906-1909 – 2 vol.) A History of Zeta Tau Alpha, 1898-1948. Perkins Hall…
OWU Daily Returns to M-F Publication on Aug. 4
The OWU Daily will return to Monday-Friday publication beginning Monday, Aug. 4, to help you share important information with the campus community. Please note, however, incoming first-year and transfer students won’t begin receiving the Daily until their first day of…
Campus Operations Notification: Fire Alarm Testing
Between July 21 and 25, the OWU Facilities Office will conduct state-required tests on building fire alarm systems throughout campus. If your building is affected by the fire alarm tests, you do not need to evacuate, but please note that…
Gordon Field House Closed for Renovations
Gordon Field House will be closed until further notice for donor-funded renovations, including a new floor surface, garage doors with windows, lighting, and paint. The Field House is expected to reopen near the start of fall semester. Thank you. Source:…
Library’s New Services Platform is Now Live
OWU’s new library services platform, OWUSearch, is now live. You can access the new search from the library home page or the direct link provided. Library staff still have some major work in the weeks ahead to get it ready for fall semester,…
New Library System Goes Live on Wednesday, June 25
It’s finally time. Go-Live for the new library services platform will take place on Wednesday, June 25. While more intuitive than our previous system, we still want to make sure everyone is supported in exploring and adjusting to all the…
OWU Connection News & Events
Jan. 30 @ 6:30 p.m. – 100 Day Countdown to Graduation + Real Life 101 Kickoff
Seniors – you have 100 days until graduation! This is Career Connection’s featured event to get you ready for life after graduation. It is geared toward graduating seniors and is open to any student graduating in 2025. This event will…
Jan. 24 @ 12:10 p.m. – OWU Advisors: GenEd CX Q&A Session
To All Academic Advisors: Join us via Zoom this Friday, Jan. 24 (12:10-1 p.m.) to learn about advising students through the General Education Connection Experience (GenEd CX) process. We will walk you through the proposal criteria, review procedures, and four-step…
Semester Exchange at Claflin University!
Have you ever imagined what it would be like to spend a semester at an HBCU (Historically Black College/University)? Now you can! One of the many amazing benefits of our new sister school agreement with Claflin University is the opportunity for…
Jan. 22 – TODAY! Summer Internship and Job Search Workshop
Time: 12-1 p.m. Place: HWCC 304. Lunch provided. Looking to land a meaningful and fun summer internship or job, but not quite sure how? Today’s workshop is for YOU! Co-sponsored by Bishop Elevate and Career Connection, our Summer Internship and…
Jan. 23 @ 11:30 a.m. – School for Field Studies Representative Visit
When you think of study abroad do you imagine yourself immersed in field research, living in a diverse community, and making a difference with the work you do? The School for Field Studies will help you contribute to a legacy of environmental…
Spend Fall Semester in Tanzania – Change Your Life
Ohio Wesleyan’s semester-long program in Tanzania is accepting applications for its Fall 2025 program. The Tanzania program is open to all majors and minors. Students complete an internship, study Swahili, and take 3 additional courses that explore: East African Culture,…
Student News & Events
Nov. 13 @ 7 p.m. – A SEAL House Project
Join us on Thursday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. for a SEAL House Project, Crafting for a Cause: Bringing Hope to Childhood Cancer Patients. We will be creating penguin-themed cards and assembling LEGO kits that will then be delivered to…
Nov. 17 @ 7 p.m. – Make A Difference Volunteering
Kindness in action! Make a difference by joining Residential Life on Nov. 17, 2025, from 7-8 p.m. to assemble hygiene kits and write letters that spread hope at the Welch Hall ground floor recreation room. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Residential Life…
Nov. 13 – Thankfulness Jars at Thompson
Join Hall Council at Thompson Hall on Nov. 13 from 7-9 p.m. to make thankfulness jars and enjoy a hot chocolate bar. Enter Thompson through the main door by the large staircase. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Hall Council Contact: Brooke English…
Nov. 12 @ noon – Dollars & Sense
Join The Bishop Way in the Ham-Wil Atrium for some fun financial vision board making! Ft. information on financial wellness and where to shop in Delaware. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Bishop Way Contact: Bishop Way at thebishopway@owu.edu
Nov. 11 – Cookies and Coloring with the Honors Board
Join the Honors Board on Nov. 11, from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the Honors Lounge, located in Slocum on the third floor, for Crumbl cookies and coloring. Take some time to relax, enjoy a sweet treat, and socialize with friends. OWU…
Nov. 18 @ 4:30 p.m. – Into the Woods Auditions!
The Performing Arts Department announces auditions for the spring musical INTO THE WOODS by Stephen Sondheim. We’d love to hear from any interested students OR faculty! Auditions will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in Jemison Auditorium,…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Submit to News for OWU Families Monthly Email before the March 28 deadline
We are accepting submissions for the April edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by the deadline, noon on Friday, March 28. For the April edition, please consider submitting annual business items for attention:…
March 31 from Noon-1:30 p.m. – Gallup Strengths Presentations on Campus
OWU‘s Human Resources and Career Connection teams are hosting a Gallup Trainer to enhance our Faculty & Staff understanding of the StrengthsFinder Assessment and foster a “Strengths-Based Campus.” This is the first in a three-part series, with each session being standalone. The remaining…
TIAA Individual Financial Counseling Sessions
Now Scheduling (in-person) Appointments — additional dates available! Faculty and Staff can receive retirement counseling appointments on the OWU campus with the University’s TIAA representative, Brady Nolan. No matter where you are in life – just getting started or planning…
University Classifieds
Found – Red Bishops Nalgene
A red Bishops Nalgene water bottle was found at the end of the Connection Conference in the Slocum Reading Room. Please see Jill Hayes in Slocum 210 to claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: self Contact: Jill Hayes at jchayes@owu.edu
Lost Keys Along Park Avenue
A keychain of 4-5 keys attached to a small blue lanyard was dropped along the route between the Science Center, Branch-Rickey Arena, and Park Avenue. I ride my bike to school every day, and they were lost this Wednesday at…
Found AirPods
If you’re missing AirPods in a flowery case, please visit the Residential Life Office (2nd floor of Hamilton-Williams Campus Center, across from lounge) to pick them up! Contact: Elizabeth Sumoza at desumoza@owu.edu
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