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Campuswide News & Events
It’s Wellness Week! Oct. 20-24
It’s here… Get ready for Wellness Week, Bishops! Click the link to see what events are happening around campus, like Take a Note, Leave a Note; Costumes & Consent; Sip Smart; and more! Wellness Week Schedule OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The…
Oct. 26 @ 5-7 p.m. – DIWALI BASH
Join us for an evening of sparkle, culture, and celebration at OWU’s Festival of Lights! Enjoy music, dance, food, henna, rangoli, and sparklers as we come together to celebrate Diwali — a joyful night where everyone’s invited to share in…
Oct. 24 @ 11-1 p.m. – Wellness Week: Sip Smart
Come join The Bishop Way in the HWCC Atrium for Sip Smart Tabling during Wellness Week featuring smart drinking tips and fun giveaways! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Bishop Way Contact: Mannat Sikand at bishopway@owu.edu
Oct. 23 @ 8 p.m. – OWU Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert
he OWU Symphonic Wind Ensemble offers a free public concert on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 8 p.m. in Gray Chapel (University Hall). Featuring classic and contemporary wind band works, including: Vesuvius, by Frank Ticheli Autumn Air, by Nicole Piunno Ross…
Double Your Online Protection with MFA
Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Week 3 – MFA Even the strongest password can be stolen—but multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds a powerful extra layer of protection for your accounts. MFA requires something you know (your password) plus something you have (like your…
Oct. 21 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar Series with Dr. Cody Kent
Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Dr. Cody Kent ’15, Assistant Professor at Luther College: “The Complexities of Partitioning Niche Space.” Free and open to everyone. There will be snacks! See details of the Biology Seminar…
OWU Connection News & Events
Feb. 3-6 – Shape Your Future: Career Coaching Week
The Career Connection Office is thrilled to welcome several outstanding alumni and friends to campus during the week of Feb.3-6, 2025. They will be here to assist you with your career needs, including mock interviews, resume prep, interviewing skills, and…
Feb. 5 @ Noon – My Major Doesn’t Sound Like a Job Title
Have you ever been asked, “What will you do with THAT major?” When a job or internship says “open to students in all majors,” do you stress about how to demonstrate relevant and transferrable skillsets? On Wednesday, Feb. 5, noon –…
Save the Date! – Spring Connection Conference
Feb. 27, 2025, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – The Spring Connection Conference is one month away! Take this day of instruction to engage in advising and mentorship opportunities to help you make your OWU Connection, connect with employers at…
Career Connection – NEW Spring Semester Drop-in Hours
Hello, Bishops! Starting this semester, the Career Connection Office’s new Drop-In Hours are Monday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. You can still find us in Slocum 207 during these times. Drop-In Hours are a great opportunity to…
Feb. 6 @ 12 p.m. – What Can LinkedIn Do For You?
Ready to Level Up Your LinkedIn Game? Are you looking to create or enhance your LinkedIn profile? Want hands-on guidance to improve it in real-time? Curious about how to use LinkedIn effectively for networking and building meaningful connections? Join alumni experts Newton…
Feb. 4 @ 12 p.m. – Nerdy Approach to Job Seeking
Embark on an epic quest to redefine the job search! This workshop transforms the stress of career exploration into an adventure, drawing inspiration from beloved fandoms like Dungeons and Dragons, Harry Potter, and Lord of the Rings. Channel your inner…
Student News & Events
Canceled – Getting started in Pre-Med Research
The Research Panel hosted by the Minoritized Association of Pre-Medicine Students (MAPS) and the Genetics Club, scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 27 at 12 p.m. in SCSC 205, has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Please…
LGBTQ+ and Faith Discussion Group – Thursdays at Noon
If you would like to discuss or find support at the intersections of gender identity, sexuality, and faith, you are invited to the LGBTQ+ and Faith Discussion Group hosted by the Chaplain’s Office. This is an open-discussion time to explore…
Hit the Slopes with the Ski & Snowboarding Club!
Dates: Feb. 17 & 23 (4-9 p.m.). Don’t miss out! Whether you’re a first-timer or knocking off some rust, join us for an evening at Snow Trails in Mansfield, OH! ALL are welcome A $15 deposit is required for each…
Find the SLU That’s Right for You!
Have you been looking for a community of people who share your values? Or for a way to become more involved on campus? Or maybe you’ve just been wanting a change? A Small Living Unit (SLU) community may be just…
YDSA Game Night this Friday, Jan. 23
This Friday, Jan. 23, at 7 p.m. in Stuyvesant Hall’s Fishbowl Lounge is YDSA’s first meeting of the semester. Bring any board games or video games, and get a chance to meet the members and discuss our plans for the…
Scholarships Available To United Methodist Students
The United Methodist Higher Education Foundation has several scholarships available for the 26-27 academic year. You can apply online at UMHEF.ORG. THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS MARCH 1. The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry also has several scholarships available…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Former Staff Member Kathy Earls Passes Away
We are sad to share that former OWU staff member Kathryn “Kathy” Earls passed away May 22 following a four-year battle with breast cancer. She was 59. A Columbus resident, Kathy worked as the administrative assistant for University Advancement and…
Open Enrollment Runs Through May 31
OWU Benefit Eligible Employees – The Open Enrollment Portal is OPEN! Reminder that our next benefit plan year is effective for the benefit plan year from July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. There are no changes to benefit providers or plan…
Summer Hours Begin Today Through Aug. 1
Happy summer! Beginning today, OWU’s summer hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. OWU offices are closed Friday, unless they need to remain open for special events and activities. (Please work with your supervisor as needed.) If…
University Classifieds
Free Large Classroom Lab/Work Desks
ENVS is renovating a lab/classroom space (211 SCSC) for teaching flexibility. To do so, we are removing built-in solid-surface desk/tables with built-in shelving. These are very high-quality desks with tops suitable for heavy usage. Two of the six desk groups…
Found: March 29 @ CNX event in Benes Room
A red spiral notebook was found at the CNX Event in the Benes Room on 3 It will be in the PG office, 205 Elliott Hall, for pick-up. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Lost and Found Item Contact: Deb Lovell at pg@owu.edu
Slocum Lost and Found
If you’ve recently lost electronics in Slocum, stop by the IOCP office in 311 to check our lost and found bin. The front desk is staffed between 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day and a mentor will help you look through…
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