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Campuswide News & Events
Library Complex and Arts Arena – Town Hall Recording Available
Thanks to all who were able to attend the Library Complex and Arts Arena Town Hall on April 24. The recording is now available. If you have questions, please use the feedback form or send an email to Brian Rellinger (barellin@owu.edu).…
May 9 – Come Celebrate our Phi Beta Kappa Initiates
The initiation of the Class of 2025 Phi Beta Kappa initiates will take place this Friday, May 9, from 10:30 a.m. to noon in Gray Chapel. All are welcome and encouraged to attend to celebrate this great achievement. The new…
May 9 @ 9 p.m. – Enjoy the Stars at Selby with Perkins Observatory
Explore the night sky from 9-11 p.m. Friday, May 9, with Don Stevens, director of OWU’s Perkins Observatory. Weather permitting, Stevens will be on campus at Selby Stadium, with telescopes set up to help OWU friends and family explore the…
OWU Daily Submission Form Issue
Please note that if you submit items to the OWU Daily, you won’t receive the typical auto-generated confirmation of your submission. We’re working to upgrade the form to fix this. If you have any questions, please contact Cole Hatcher at…
Retirement Reception for Will Kopp – May 5, 4-5:30 p.m. in Merrick 301
Join us for a retirement reception celebrating Will Kopp! For nearly 12 years, Will has shaped and shared OWU’s story with creativity, passion, and vision. Stop by Merrick 301 on Monday, May 5, from 4-5:30 p.m. to thank him and…
🎓❤️ Make a Senior Smile – Sign the ’25 Kudoboard
As graduation approaches, join us in celebrating the accomplishments of this year’s seniors. Share a personal message of congratulations, encouragement, or a favorite memory on the official OWU Class of 2025 Kudoboard. You can even add photos or videos! Click…
OWU Connection News & Events
Jan 23 @ 11:30 a.m. – School for Field Studies Representative Visit
When you think of study abroad do you imagine yourself immersed in field research, living in a diverse community, and making a difference with the work you do? The School for Field Studies will help you contribute to a legacy of environmental…
Jan. 22 @ Noon – Summer Internship & Job Search Workshop
Looking to land a meaningful and fun summer internship or job, but not quite sure how? This workshop is for YOU! Co-sponsored by Bishop Elevate and Career Connection, our Summer Internship and Job Search Workshop is designed to help you…
Feb. 4 @ Noon – Gear Up for the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge & Pitch OWU Workshop!
Feb. 4 | noon – 1 p.m. | R.W. Corns Building, Room 312 | Lunch Provided Ready to win big? With $3,000 prizes up for grabs, this workshop will equip you with the tools to brainstorm innovative ideas and build a basic…
Jan. 28 @ 7:30 p.m. – Join Us for the Economic Outlook Conference!
Are you interested in the future of the global, national, and regional economies? Join us for the 2025 Economic Outlook Conference! Three experts will share their forecasts for these economies during the annual conference organized by The Woltemade Center and…
Real Life 101 Info Sessions THIS Week – Senior Career Mentoring Program
Seniors: this program is for you! Are you ready to partner with a Professional Mentor & Career Coach and set yourself up for life post-graduation? Sign up for an Information Session to Learn More! Jan. 16 from noon – 12:30…
Apply for Pitch OWU and Big Problem Challenge Today!
Are you interested in entrepreneurship? Do you have a big idea? Calling all OWU Students to apply for Pitch OWU and Big Problem Challenge, sponsored by The Woltemade Center! If you have an innovative and original idea, you are encouraged…
Student News & Events
Nov. 12 @11:30 a.m. – Women in Politics
Join us for Women in Politics in Ham-Wil, Room 312, at 11:30 a.m., Nov. 12. We’ll be discussing the power, leadership, and impact of women in politics — sharing stories, exchanging ideas, and inspiring one another to make a difference.…
Call for Magazine Donations – Vision Board Night with Rafiki!
Rafiki will be hosting a Vision Board Night on Tuesday, Dec. 2, and we’d love your help! If you have old magazines that you no longer use, please consider donating them to be used for the event. If you’re interested…
🦃 TIME TO GET THANKFUL! 🍁 (Nov. 6 & 7)
Stop by our Gratitude Table hosted by Residential Life in your res hall lobby or at HWCC during the noon hour (Nov. 5–7) to write a Gratitude Card! Share what you’re thankful for – your friends, your bed, caffeine, or…
Nov. 13 @ 7 p.m. – Thankfulness Jars at Thompson
Join the Hall Council at Thompson Hall on Nov. 13 from 7-9 p.m. to make thankfulness jars and enjoy a hot chocolate bar. Enter Thompson through the main door by the large staircase. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Hall Council Contact: Brooke…
Nov. 8 from 1-3 p.m. – The Kitchen SLU Hosts PIES-GIVING!
Looking for a way to get in the holiday spirit? Join the Kitchen SLU for Pies-giving! We will be serving fall pies and providing recipe cards and information on the history of the first Thanksgiving. This event will be held…
Nov. 11 – Cookies and Coloring with the Honors Board
Join the Honors Board on Nov. 11 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the Honors Lounge, located in Slocum on the third floor, for Crumbl cookies and coloring. Take some time to relax, enjoy a sweet treat, and socialize with friends. OWU…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
First Library System Freeze Starts March 28
When: March 28-April 26, 2025 What: This freeze will impact our ability to add or change resource records in CONSORT. Impact to Users: Any new, physical items received during this time will be unavailable for general use Ebooks can still be…
Save the Date to Volunteer at Commencement
Dear OWU Community, It’s time to start thinking about OWU’s 2025 Commencement, which will be held on Saturday, May 10! The support of faculty, staff, and students is crucial to the success of this event. We want the faculty to…
New Curated Catalog for Office Supplies Available in Amazon Business
The Five Colleges of Ohio have adopted a Curated Catalog for office supplies within our Amazon Business Prime punchout in Bishopbuy! Amazon has added around 5,000 items to this catalog with steeper discounts than even the regular business pricing. Items…
University Classifieds
OWU Discount Available for Columbus Performance of Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Crystal’
Special Offer for Ohio Wesleyan University Family/Friends: Use this link to save up to 20% off select seats/dates for the April 4-7 performances of Cirque du Soleil’s “Crystal” at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus. “This unique production pushes boundaries of the circus…
Water Bottle Found, Slocum 3rd Floor
A grey TAL water bottle was found on Friday at the top of the third-floor stairs in Slocum by the financial aid office. If this is your water bottle, please come pick it up from the IOCP office, Slocum 311.…
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Some New Jewelry!
Hey, all! I’ve recently come out with earrings for Valentine’s Day, which is coming up sooner than you know it. If you’d like to buy a pair for your s/o or yourselves this romantic holiday season, please fill out this…
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