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Campuswide News & Events
Friday @ 12 p.m. – Alum Doctor Talk & Free Food
Come meet Dr. Eileen Seeholzer, a physician and researcher from MetroHealth in Cleveland, this Friday, Nov. 6, at 12 p.m. in SCSC 244. A graduate of OWU (Class of ’91), Dr. Seeholzer will be sharing how Ohio Wesleyan’s courses and…
Nov. 5 @ 8 p.m. – Exposure Ensemble to Perform
Ohio Wesleyan’s creative performing arts group Exposure Ensemble will perform Nov. 5 @ 8 p.m. at the Richard M. Ross Art Museum. Admission is free! Exposure Ensemble specializes in improvised/experimental music from the 20th and 21st centuries. The ensemble is…
2027 Ohio Minimum Wage Increase💲💰
Effective Jan. 1, 2027, Ohio’s minimum wage will increase to $11.40 per hour. For additional information, see the 2027 Ohio Minimum Wage Poster. OWU Sponsor: Human Resources Contact: Kandace Gay at kggay@owu.edu
Nov. 3 @ 12-1 p.m. – Epilepsy Awareness Guest Speaker
Join Neurds during the lunch hour in SCSC 163 to learn about epilepsy and SUDEP from our guest speaker from Gladiator X. There will be testimonials from patients who have worked with the organization and food will be provided. OWU…
Nov. 7 @ 8-11 p.m. – Calabash
Join us in the Benes Rooms for Calabash, Rafiki’s annual celebration of African and Caribbean cultures. The event brings students together to experience the richness and diversity of these cultures through good food, music, dance, fashion, and performances. The event…
Nov. 5 – Free Showing of ‘The Truman Show’ @ the Strand Theatre
Thursday, Nov. 5, at 6:30 p.m. – Come watch “The Truman Show” (1998) at the Strand Theatre FOR FREE! “The Truman Show” follows Truman Burbank, an unsuspecting man whose entire life is secretly filmed and broadcast worldwide as a 24-hour…
OWU Connection News & Events
✈️ Explore Study Abroad with SFS Today in Merrick Lobby
Today, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Merrick Lobby – Stop by to chat with Mike, our School for Field Studies (SFS) rep, and Cazzie, our OWU mentor who studied abroad in Peru with SFS. Learn about the programs, hear…
Oct. 29 – Summer on the Cuyahoga (SOTC) Info Session
Interested in securing a PAID Summer Internship that includes FREE housing and offers opportunities for students across all majors? You’ll spend an amazing summer in Cleveland, attend networking and social events, and meet college students from 11 partner institutions. Curious…
🍀Get Set to Enjoy an Irish Tea on Tuesday
Tomorrow, Tuesday from 4-5:30 p.m., stop by Slocum 311 (IOCP). We will be hosting a traditional Irish Tea and a bit of conversation with our Irish American Scholar. Please stop by for a cup! ?’s international@owu.edu or stop by IOCP…
✈️Tuesday: Mentors from Italy Tabling in Ham-Wil
Tomorrow, Tuesday, 12 p.m.-1 p.m., Ham-Wil Atrium. Stop by to explore Italy and learn from our recent study abroad returnees. Ask about their experiences and grab a treat from the region. ?’s – international@owu.edu or stop by IOCP (Slocum 311)…
🌍Global Engagement Week
This Sunday kicks off Global Engagement Week with Culture Fest by Horizons. IOCP will be hosting events across campus all week, celebrating global experiences and cultural connections. We invite students, faculty and staff to join in the celebration and activities.…
Oct. 19 – OWU Connection Drop In Hours; Gen Ed CX Requirement
OWU Connection will have drop-in hours for on-site help regarding the GenEd CX on Monday, Oct. 19. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., we will be on the 2nd floor of University Hall. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., we will be…
Student News & Events
Nov. 9 @ 5-7 p.m. – Breathe, Bask, Be Event
Come to SCSC room 211 on TONIGHT from 5-7 p.m., for an evening of meditation and reflection. Professor Patti O’Toole, will lead us through calming breathing exercises to recenter ourselves for the week! We will choose something to let go…
Ask a Student: Economics, Business, Finance, & Accounting Registration Help
Need help planning your schedule for next semester? Stop by our table in the HWCC Atrium during lunch. Ask upperclassmen in the Economics and Business Department questions about major and minor requirements, course workloads, course selection, and scheduling tips. Students…
Nov. 12 @ 6-8 p.m. – Nightfall Neon
Come to 1842 on Thursday, November 12th, for an evening of singing, dancing, and eating neon-themed snacks. The Community Wellness Division is collaborating with 1842 Social Eats to provide students with an experience to have a moment of joy and…
TODAY – Career Exploration Group Week 7: Decision-Making Skills
Counseling Services & Career Connections Week 7 Topic: Decision-Making Skills. Decisions can feel overwhelming–especially when the pressure is on. Let’s build skills and confidence to help you make choices that align with your goals and values. This week we will…
Nov. 11 @ 12 p.m. – Broadening Your Chemistry Experience
Are you looking to set yourself apart for graduate school, medical school, or any other post-graduate education? Are you interested in learning more about what research and what a chemistry major or minor entails? Come join the chemistry department and…
Help CNX100 Students With Their Study!
OWU Student Participants Needed! Students of CNX 100 are doing a research study to find how students’ mental wellness is at OWU depending on if you are in-state or out-of-state. A brief survey will ask various questions about mental wellness,…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Seeking December Information for OWU Events Calendar, Media Release
As you schedule events open to the general public, please share details for Ohio Wesleyan’s online events calendar and monthly media release. Monthly public events calendars typically are posted online and emailed to news media, community groups, and local schools…
Former Staff Member Pat Smith Passes Away
We are sad to share that Patrick Fitzgerald Smith, 61, passed away Oct. 17. Pat was a member of the OWU mechanical trades staff from 1997-2007. In his obituary, his family shares: “Pat’s legacy will not be measured by the…
Submit to November News for OWU Families – Oct. 30 Deadline
Help keep parents and families informed! We are accepting submissions for our November and December editions of News for OWU Families. Submit your posts here via the News for OWU Families form. Submission Deadlines: November Issue: Noon on Friday, Oct.…
University Classifieds
Missing Pencil Pouch – Education Class
Did you lose a pencil pouch with lots of good markers last week in an Education class in Edgar Hall? Please stop by Edgar Hall 104 or 108 to retrieve it. OWU Sponsor: Ohio Wesleyan University, Department of Education Contact:…
Missing Owala Water Bottle! Human Resources Office
If you lost an all-black Owala water bottle in the Human Resources/Student Employment Office, we have it. Please stop by to pick it up. Our office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and closed for lunch…
Missing Water Bottle? Come Check the SIO!
If you may have lost your water bottle in HWCC, come check the SIO lost and found. Speak with a desk assistant and provide a description of your water bottle. SIO hours are Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.…
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