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Campuswide News & Events
Feb. 12 – Strand Theatre Screening of Foster Child Adoption Film and Social Justice Panel Discussion
The Strand Theatre is partnering with the Unity Community Center to present a screening of “Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot” and a panel discussion on social justice/community involvement as part of the theatre’s Delaware Community Conversations: Meaningful…
Feb. 7 – Bookstore/Print Services/Faculty & Staff Mail Bins Closed
The OWU Bookstore will be closed for inventory on Friday, Feb. 7, and Saturday, Feb. 8. This closure also affects Print Services and the Faculty/Staff mail bins. Print Services will be closed on Friday, Feb. 7, and there will be…
Feb. 8 – Slither Into Prosperity: Lunar New Year Celebration!
Horizons welcomes you to the Year of the Snake! On this Saturday, 5 – 7:30 p.m., celebrate Lunar New Year 2025 with the OWU community! Join us for an evening filled with cultural traditions, delicious FREE food, and festive performances—including…
Feb. 19 & Feb. 20 – Refusing Death, Merrick 301
This year, The B.A. Jones Lecture on Race & Society (SOAN), The R. Kragalott Lecture on Human Rights, Genocide & Mass Atrocity (HIST), and The B.F. Marsh Lecture on Public Affairs (PG) are collaborating to present a lecture and panel…
Nominate outstanding full-time faculty members for teaching awards
Students, faculty, staff, and alumni are invited to nominate their favorite faculty member or colleague. Simply fill out the form: select an award, choose an eligible nominee, and explain why they deserve the honor. Find more details and past winners here.…
Feb. 6 @ 4:30 p.m. – Reception for Fine Arts Spring Show 2025!
Celebrate the juried artwork and congratulate the Award Winners at the Reception for the 2025 Spring Show in the Werner Gallery inside Edgar Hall this Thursday, Feb. 6 from 4:30-6 p.m. Awards will be announced at 5 p.m.! The exhibit…
OWU Connection News & Events
TODAY! Bishop Brag Day!
Have you completed or will you complete an internship, research work, or extensive volunteer work anytime from Summer 2023 – Summer 2024? Then be sure to stop by the HWCC Atrium TODAY, APRIL, 17, from 11-2 to brag about your…
Identities Abroad Pre-Departure Lunches (April 25, 29, 30)
We bring our full selves when we travel abroad. These sessions are focused on hearing first-hand lived experiences from Global Majority/ students of color, 2SLGBTQIA+ folx, and those who may not have traveled internationally. The discussion will include how our identities shape our experiences and…
Bishop Brag Day!
Have you completed or will you complete an internship, research work, or extensive volunteer work anytime from Summer 2023 – Summer 2024? Then be sure to stop by HWCC – Atrium on Spirit Day APRIL 17 from 11-2 to brag about…
Small Grant Program for the 23/24 Academic Year is Now Closed
The Small Grant Program provides funds on a rolling basis to support signature projects. All budgeted funds have now been awarded, so the program is closed for the 2023-2024 academic year. Questions? Email iocp@owu.edu. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact: Darrell Albon at iocp@owu.edu
Blaine Grimes Grant Applications DUE TODAY!
Do you have a summer internship lined up? Would you like up to $2,000 while you intern? Applications for the Blaine Grimes Grant are now DUE TODAY! Grants are available for up to $2,000 for summer internships. Interested students who…
Blaine Grimes Grant Applications Due Tomorrow!
Do you have a summer internship lined up? Would you like up to $2,000 while you intern? Applications for the Blaine Grimes Grant are now DUE TOMORROW, April 12! Grants are available for up to $2,000 for summer internships. Interested…
Student News & Events
Drop Off Used/Unwanted Clothes in Your Dorm Laundry Room!
Do you have used or unwanted clothes that you want to clear out before the end of the year? Tree House has set bins in the laundry rooms of Smith, Welch, Hayes, Stuyvesant, and Bradford-Milligan, so you can part with…
HISTORY MAJORS – Apply to the Student Board!
It is the time of year when the OWU Department of History asks our declared majors to nominate someone they feel would be a great asset to the History Student Board for the 2025-2026 academic year. You are encouraged to nominate yourself…
April 15 – Graduating Seniors – Countdown to Commencement
Calling all graduating seniors! Countdown to Commencement will be held on Tuesday, April 15, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the HWCC Benes Rooms. This is a MANDATORY event as you prepare to graduate from OWU. Stop by at…
April 11 @ 7 p.m. – Dippin’ With DeeZee
Delta Zeta is hosting their Dippin’ With Deezee Philanthropy this Friday, April 11, at 7 p.m. Come out and support Speech and Hearing by bringing your choice of dip and chips! Please write down any ingredients that were used for…
Join the Marching Bishops on the Field This Fall!
With registration for the fall open, we hope to add anyone interested to the band for this fall season. We have a large number of incoming freshmen who plan to join, and the goal of hitting 80 members on the field…
April 11 @ 6 p.m. – Fiber Arts Night at CAH!
Come join us for a night of knitting, crocheting, and weaving! Supplies, snacks, and instructions will be provided, though you are very welcome to bring your own project. This event will be at the Creative Arts House (123 Oak Hill…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Former Staff Member Pam Besel Passes Away
We are sad to share that former OWU staff member Pam Besel passed away Oct. 20 in Upper Arlington, Ohio. Her family shares that Pam lived a full and giving life while dealing with Type 1 diabetes before she “joined…
Submit to News for OWU Families before the Friday, Nov. 1 Deadline
News for OWU Families is accepting posts for the November edition. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by noon on Friday, Nov. 1. We are also accepting posts for the December News for OWU Families. That…
November Blackboard Updates
Each month, Anthology releases enhancements to their learning management system. Here’s a summary of what’s coming on Thursday, Nov. 7. For Instructors: Role play option for AI Conversations – (AI what?) Improvement to resizing blocks in Documents, with a modified resize…
University Classifieds
OMSA is Hiring Interns – Fall & Spring Semesters
Looking for an on-campus job for fall and spring semesters? The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) seeks to hire creative, detailed-oriented, and energetic student-interns who can manage multiple specialized projects and demonstrate a commitment to diversity and social justice.…
For Rent – 4-Bedroom Westerville House
Hello, OWU Community! A friend from Kenyon College is renting their 4-bedroom Westerville house while on sabbatical this upcoming academic year. The house has mature trees and is a quick walk from the Inniswood Gardens Metropark. If you’re looking for…
Seeking ‘Photojournalist’ for University Communications!
The Office of University Communications is seeking to hire a student for 2023-2024 with experience in photography (shooting and editing) to cover assignments and provide campus candids to help ensure fresh photography for social media, the OWU website, etc. Guidance…
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