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Campuswide News & Events

Thanksgiving Break Hours for Hobson Library

Thanksgiving break hours for Hobson Library can be viewed on the library’s website at Any changes to our hours will also be found on our website.  The Slocum reading room is available 24/7 for study and printing with card…

Dec. 1 @ 6 p.m. – Annual Hudler Tree Lighting

The brothers of Sigma Phi Epsilon and the University Advancement team would like to invite you to the annual Hudler Tree Lighting Event on Monday, Dec. 1, at 6 p.m.! The event is open to anyone and will have hot…

Nov. 18 @ 8:00 p.m. – OWU Chamber Orchestra Concert

Join the OWU Chamber Orchestra for a night of captivating chamber music on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 8:00 p.m. in Gray Chapel. From Shostakovich’s iconic String Quartet No. 8 in C minor to excerpts from the video game Clair Obscur:…

Nov. 17 @ 12 p.m. -The Use of AI and its Impact

The Use of AI in Business and Its Economic Impact This is a unique opportunity to hear from a nationally recognized leader in AI application and development.  The focus of the presentation is on what university students should know about AI…

Nov. 14 & 15 – Orchesis Dance Concert

Orchesis Dance Company is performing its annual dance concert this Friday, Nov. 14, at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.! The concert will be held in the Chappelear Drama Center, and the show will…

OWU Connection News & Events

Spring Break Wilderness Trek Applications Due Today!

If you are looking for something fun, challenging, and meaningful to do for spring break, then check out this year’s two Wilderness Treks: Climbing in Colorado and Kayaking in Florida. Each trip focuses on outdoor skills and growing in faith.…

Oct. 30 from 12-1 p.m. – Undergraduate Research Presentation!

When: Thursday, Oct. 30 Where: SCSC 151 Time: 12-1 p.m. Register here! Thinking About Research? Start With Your Career Catalyst! Curious about what real research looks like beyond the classroom? Join us for a short, info-packed session on Undergraduate Research…

🌟Working Career Lab: Resumes for Senior Students

Seniors, is your resume ready for graduation and beyond? 💼Working Career Lab: Resumes for Senior Students 📅Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025 ⏰ 12-1 p.m. | 📍 Slocum 201 Join us to refine your resume with targeted tips for graduation, internships, and full-time…

Nov. 18 – Economic Outlook Conference FREE Dinner

Join us on Nov. 18 at 6 p.m. in HWCC, Benes A, for a free reception and dinner before the Economic Outlook Conference (which starts at 7:30 p.m.). Panelist Dr. Ian Sheldon with OSU, Dr. Bill LaFayette with Regionomics LLC,…

June 2026 TPG: Culture, Conservation, and Rewilding in the Andes

Please note: Due to OWU’s Theory-to-Practice Grant (TPG) eligibility requirements, current seniors are not eligible to participate in this project. Are you a Biology, Zoology, Environmental Science, Communication, Economics, or Sociology major?  This proposed June 2026 Theory-to-Practice Grant aims to…

Student News & Events

Wicked: For Good

The OWU Incredible Film Club is having a movie night at the Strand Theatre! We will be taking 15 film club members to see Wicked: For Good this Thursday, Nov. 20. The screening will begin at 8 p.m. To sign up, fill out this form, but act…

Nov. 21 @ noon – PG Lunch & Learn – Elliott 101!

Come join upperclassmen PG students for our 3rd lunch & learn of the year, in Elliott Hall 101, where students will discuss their work in the department, internship experiences, why they chose to do PG classes, and their favorite classes!…

Student Mailroom Hours for Winter Break

The Student Mailroom hours for December are: 1-5 Normal Hours, 8-17 open 1:30-3 p.m.  The Student Mailroom is closed Dec. 18-Jan. 2.  Jan. hours are: 5-9, open 1:30-3 p.m., normal hours resume on Jan 12.  Please do not order items…

Nov. 17-21 – The Kitchen SLU Hosts a Food Drive!

In the spirit of giving, The Kitchen will be hosting a food drive for a local food pantry. We will be collecting donations in the designated bin on our front porch at 94 A Rowland Avenue. The most needed items…

Nov. 19 @ 12-1 p.m. – Fuzzy Magic

Rafiki is hosting a cozy craft event called Fuzzy Magic on Nov. 19 in the Merrick Lobby from 12-1 p.m. Come make your own plushies and enjoy hot chocolate and desserts while you create. We hope to see you there! 🎉🧸✨…

Faculty/Staff News & Events

Nov. 21, 2025 – Deadline to Nominate a STAR Colleague

Nominate an Ohio Wesleyan University staff member who has earned the trust and respect from colleagues through the work they do, while also having a positive impact on staff, students, faculty, and community partners.  The form(s) are easy to complete,…

NO Check Run during the week of Thanksgiving

Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, there will not be a check/ACH run during the week of Nov. 24. Concur expense reports and cash advances will not be processed this week either. There will be a check run on November 20th,…

University Classifieds

Lost and Found @ Ross Art Museum

The Ross has a few items in its lost and found! If you are missing an NY sweatshirt or a pad of notes, please stop by the museum office to claim them! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth…

Lost and Found – SCSC

Did you lose something in the SCSC building? We have several items in the lost-and-found box located in the SCSC building, Room #201.  Some items include clothing, headphones, and water bottles. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: SCSC Contact: Angela Moore at almoore@owu.edu

Lost Item – Tablet in Black Sleeve

I lost an Onyx Boox Note Air 4C recently. It’s a small digital tablet in a black sleeve. The sleeve also had a stylus in the front pocket. If you found it, please contact me at clfink@owu.edu. Thank you! OWU…

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