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Campuswide News & Events
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…
Join the Melvin Van Peebles Symposium Planning Committee!
Planning for the 2027 Melvin Van Peebles Symposium is underway, and we need your help! We are searching for committed individuals to join the planning committee for the 3rd edition of the MVP Symposium. The MVP Symposium is a celebration…
Nov. 12 @ 12 p.m. – Black Women in Politics Panel
Want to stay informed about elections, SNAP benefits, women in politics, and other current events? Come to HWCC 312 during lunch hour on Wednesday, Nov. 12, to learn more about the issues, how you can help, and available resources. Hosted…
Nov. 16 – Horizons Presents Shaadi: A Mock Wedding
A desi wedding is more than just a ceremony — it’s a celebration of joy, color, and togetherness!🌸💃 Join Horizons for Shaadi: A Mock Wedding, a vibrant cultural event that brings the excitement and energy of a South Asian wedding to OWU. Experience the…
OWU Connection News & Events
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,…
Today @ Noon! The OWU Nursing Pathway: Mount Carmel Info Session +Q&A
Thinking about nursing after OWU? Meet representatives from Mount Carmel College of Nursing (MCCN) for a short presentation and open Q&A about our Second Degree Accelerated Program (SDAP) — a direct path to a BSN at MCCN after you complete…
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…
Service and Cultural Immersion over Spring Break – Applications Due Oct. 27
Do good during the week of spring break! One of our spring break service teams will travel to the Lakota Nation in South Dakota to work with Lakota Youth Development, an organization serving an important function for those living on…
Student News & Events
Nov. 20 @ 12-1 p.m., Elliot 101 – Lunch with the History Student Board
Come and do some history trivia and visit with the History Student Board on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 12-1 p.m. in Elliott Hall 101. Pizza lunch and drinks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own lunch as…
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,…
Nov. 16 @ 4 p.m. – Free Kids Craft: Thanksgiving Pinecone Turkey
Come visit the Ross Art Museum on Sunday, Nov. 16, between 2 and 4 p.m. to make your own Thanksgiving pinecone turkey! All ages free family craft. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
University Classifieds
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…
Join the Strand Theatre for October’s Films!
On Tuesday nights at 7 p.m., as part of the “Screamin’ with Stephen” (King) Series. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.): Tuesday, Oct. 14: “The Shawshank Redemption” (1994). Before the film, see a scene from the upcoming Arena Fair Theatre’s production…
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