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Campuswide News & Events
Mortar Board Book Drive📚 – Nov. 20-Dec. 6
Mortar Board is collecting gently used and new books to donate to Deleware County Friends of the Library. The Friends of the Library is a volunteer organization that supports our local community and public libraries. Do you have books collecting…
A Celebration of Romani Heritage – an ART 492 Pop-Up Show
Stop by Slocum Hall on Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 5-8 p.m. to learn about Romani heritage through art! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan University’s Richard M. Ross Art Museum Contact: Christopher Yates at cayates@owu.edu
Nov. 22 @ 7 p.m. – ‘Songs at the Center’
“Songs at the Center” and its award-winning host, songwriter, and OWU alumnus Eric Gnezda ’79 will make their OWU debut at 7 p.m. Nov. 22 in Jemison Auditorium! The show, in its 11th season, airs weekly on over 400 PBS…
December Stained Glass Class with Pia Douglas – Join Us!
Due to the great response and fun experience with the fall-themed stained glass class, we’re excited to announce a winter-themed one. This class, led by renowned artist Pia Douglas and facilitated by the OWL Program at OWU, is open to…
Today! Icons in Motion: Basketball Legends – ART 492 Pop-Up Show
Get ready to experience the power and artistry of basketball like never before! Join us at Branch Rickey Arena from 5-8 p.m. today for Icons in Motion: Basketball Legends through the Lens, an unforgettable ART 492 pop-up show. This one-of-a-kind…
What Are the Odds? – ART 492 Pop-Up Show Today!
What Are the Odds? A Captivating Art Show About Gambling Step into a world where chance meets creativity and luck becomes a canvas. What Are the Odds? is an evocative art show exploring the timeless allure of gambling through a…
OWU Connection News & Events
Today @ 12:15 p.m. – Is Berkshire Hathaway for you?
Interested in learning about a career in Insurance or Risk Management? What to meet with some experts in the field? Then join us for a lunch meeting with Berkshire Hathaway Speciality Insurance and find out if this is right for…
Oct. 25 @ Noon – Neuroscience Interest Lunch
Are you interested in learning more about Neuroscience? Is your brain fried from figuring out your schedule? Don’t worry! We can help you achieve your potential. If you are a Neuroscience student or considering a Neuroscience major/minor, join Drs. Bailey,…
Oct. 22 and 23 – Psychology Advising Opportunities
Learn about OWU’s Psychology major! Hear from upperclassmen about classes they have taken. Chat with Faculty and enjoy pizza and cookies. Tuesday, Oct. 22 at Noon and Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 4 p.m. in Phillips 110. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Psychology…
Tonight @ 6 p.m. – Social Impact Networking Night
In this new pilot of a signature program, come join professionals, alumni, and local leaders who will come together to provide a curated networking experience! Spend a couple of minutes with each professional, talk with them about their path, and…
Oct. 24 @ 12:15 p.m. – Is Berkshire Hathaway For Me? in Ham-Wil
Interested in learning about a career in Insurance or Risk Management? Want to meet with experts in the field? Then join us for a lunch meeting with Berkshire Hathaway Speciality Insurance and find out whether this career is right for…
Oct. 25 @ Noon – Precision Medicine Alumni Visit
The field of precision diagnosis in medicine has grown exponentially in the last 10 years, and it’s an ever-growing industry that is fascinating. Come learn more about its recent history, recent advances in the reliable field of precision medicine, and…
Student News & Events
Today @ 6 p.m. – Tea Through Time: A Historical Tea Party with the History Student Board!
Join the History Student Board for a taste of history today, Nov. 20, from 6-8 p.m.! There will be a variety of sweet and savory treats with a historical background. Learn about iconic soiree fare and embrace the feel of…
Want to live with other STEM students? Join our SLU!
As ResLife’s 2025-2026 new SLU (small living unit) proposal form is considering applications, consider being a part of the proposal to initiate and be a resident of a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math)-focused SLU for our campus! The house…
Nov. 21 @ 6 p.m. – VIVA Latinx Celebration @ Ross Museum
VIVA student group is holding an open celebration of Latinx cultures with the Ross Art Museum on Thursday, Nov. 21, 6-9 p.m. Join us for fun crafts like crystal and bead jewelry making and make your own VIVA button! There…
Nov. 20 @ 3 p.m. – CEA CAPA Coffee Chat
Are you interested in studying abroad? Join a CEA CAPA Alumni Ambassador and the IOCP office at 3 p.m. on Nov. 20 in the Honors Lounge on the third floor of Slocum to learn about the amazing opportunities through OWU…
Student Health and Wellness Survey Results
Thank you to those who participated in the recent Student Health and Wellness Survey. Information received through the survey will help inform decisions that the University makes in its plans to support students in the future. Highlights of the responses…
TODAY – Give Back and Create Cards for Local Seniors
Let’s make this holiday season extra special for our local seniors! The Woltemade Center Student Board invites you to an afternoon of fun, creativity, and giving back. Join us from noon to 1 p.m. in the R.W. Corns lobby in…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Early Childhood Center Hosts Enrollment Open House for the 2025/2026 School Year
The Early Childhood Center is a preschool/pre-k program for children ages 3-5 years old. Our part-time program is available for OWU staff and faculty and open to the general public. Come to the open house on Saturday, Dec. 7 to…
Former Employee Frank Hinchey Passes Away
We are sad to share that former OWU employee Francis “Frank” Hinchey II of Delaware passed away on Oct. 30. He was 82. Frank served the University as a part-time adjunct instructor in the Journalism Department from 2000 to 2008.…
Preservation Parks Invites Delaware County Residents to Complete Community Survey
Preservation Parks is conducting a community survey as part of its strategic planning efforts and invites all Delaware County residents to participate. This survey is a unique opportunity to share your perspectives on the park district’s natural spaces, facilities, amenities,…
University Classifieds
Yard Work & Computer Help Needed – Friend of OWU
Margaret Kitterington, a friend of OWU, is in search of an OWU student to help her rake leaves and provide some computer help. You must have a car to drive to her home. She lives about 15 minutes away on…
Found: Ring in Edgar Restroom
Did you lose a ring in an Edgar restroom? It’s in the office, Room 108. Stop by Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., or call 3601 and describe it! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Fine Arts Contact: Tammy…
Found: Small Black Box
I found a small, black, hinged box near the parking lot loop at Hayes Hall last week. It contains something valuable. If you believe this item is yours, please contact me to discuss its return at eehelenb@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWL Program Contact: Eve Helenberger at eehelenb@owu.edu
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