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Campuswide News & Events
April 10 @ 4:15 p.m. – Lars Horn Reading
The English Department will welcome Lars Horn on Wednesday, April 10, from 4:15-5:15 p.m. in the Milligan Room of Slocum Hall. Horn is a writer and translator working in literary and experimental nonfiction. Their first book, Voice of the Fish,…
April 9 @ 8 p.m. – OWU Chamber Orchestra Concert in Gray Chapel
The OWU Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Deborah Barrett Price, will feature works by French composers Saint-Saens and Debussy, along with a recently rediscovered symphony by Michael Haydn, Joseph Haydn’s younger brother. OWU senior Jonathan Munroe will be featured…
April 11 @ 11:30 a.m. – Leigh Mascolino Wrote a YA Fantasy/Romance Book! Come Get a Signed Copy!
Leigh Mascolino, OWU Director of Career Connection, wrote a YA Fantasy/Romance Novel called “The Djinn Entrapment“! This was a passion project that took 20 years to complete (and finished in May just before her second daughter was born.) Students, staff,…
Did You Get Your Eclipse Glasses Yet?
If you still need eclipse viewing glasses for Monday’s total solar eclipse, visit the information desk inside Hamilton-Williams Campus Center today! Everyone who stops in gets one free pair, with additional eclipse glasses available for $1 a pair to benefit Perkins…
April 4 & 5 – SOAN Board Egg-Stravaganza
On behalf of the SOAN Department and Student Board, we invite you to participate in our Egg-stravagant Egg Hunt Fundraiser! All proceeds will go to the Barakat Bundle; an amazing program that brings cradles and must-need items to new mothers…
April 27 @ 9 p.m. – President’s Ball
The Campus Programming Board invites the OWU community to join us at President’s Ball on April 27, 2024, from 9-11:30 p.m. on the JAYwalk. Tickets are free for OWU students, faculty, and staff (guests $5). The theme for this spring…
OWU Connection News & Events
This Week Is … STRENGTHS Week💪
Do you ever have a hard time answering the question “What are your biggest strengths?” Have you wondered how to use your strengths to avoid burnout and reach your potential? This week is for YOU! Dive more into your top…
TODAY @ 12 p.m. – “The World Awaits” Event
Please join us TODAY, Oct. 16, from 12-1 p.m. in Merrick 301 for “The World Awaits,” an event sponsored by the World Languages & Cultures Department. You will hear from seven students and one language instructor about OWU Connection experiences…
Nov. 1 @ Noon – Woltemade Big Problem Challenge Workshop, $3,000 Prize!
Are you interested in social entrepreneurship? Do you have big ideas that could generate social change? Are you motivated to alleviate a problem that could improve regional environmental conditions? Prepare for the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge ($3,000 prize) with a workshop focused…
Oct. 18 – Study Abroad Information Sessions (Two Times!)
The School for Field Studies (fieldstudies.org) offers programs around the world of special interest to those majoring in the biological and social sciences. Come and visit with SFS Institutional Liaison Mike Rainaldi to learn more — Wednesday, Oct. 18, from…
Oct. 18 @ Noon – Finance Lunch Chat
Professor Barbara MacLeod will discuss Finance requirements and course substitutions. You will also hear from a panel of Finance students as they talk about their summer internships followed by resume tips, recruiting timelines, and Career Connection resources! Please register with…
Oct. 25 @ 7 p.m. – Save the Date for Pitch OWU!
Save the date and join us at Pitch OWU! Watch teams and individuals compete against peers in various disciplines to pitch their business ideas to a panel of judges; the top three teams or individuals will receive funding to foster…
Student News & Events
Students – Promote Your Business or Student Organization at Black Wall Street!
Are you a BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) student organization or student entrepreneur with a business on campus? If so, we would love to have you promote your venture at this year’s Black Wall Street! Limited spots are…
Join the TCG Club!
Consider joining this club if you enjoy trading card games such as Magic the Gathering, YuGiOh, Pokemon, One Piece, and Lorcana. You do not need to attend any sessions to join. To sign up, fill out this form: Contact: Thomas…
Sept. 13 @ 12:10 p.m. – Creative Writing MFA Info Session
Considering an MFA in Creative Writing? Wondering what the application process entails, which factors matter most, and what the experience is really like? Join Director of Creative Writing and Visiting Assistant Professor Dr. Aza Pace for an information session on…
Sept. 13 @ 8 p.m. – S’mores Night
Come unwind with the Black Student Union for a cozy evening around the firepit at Stuyvesant Hall! Enjoy the warmth of the fire, make s’mores, and connect with friends in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re looking to meet new…
Sept. 12 @ 8 p.m. – Audition for First Year Scenes!
If you are a first-year student at OWU (or if you’re a transfer student–this is still your first year at OWU!), consider auditioning for First Year Scenes! What are First Year Scenes, you ask? Scenes is a fun performance opportunity…
Apply Now for Fall Break Wilderness Trek!
Are you ready for cool weather and fall colors? It’s a great time to head into the woods for a backpacking journey while exploring your own spiritual journey with fellow OWU adventurers! The Fall Break Wilderness Trek will be Oct.…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Submit to News for OWU Families Monthly Email before the March 1 Deadline
We are accepting submissions for the March edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by the deadline, noon Friday, March 1. We are excited that the average open rate since the inaugural edition…
Tues. Feb. 27 @ 4:10 – Training on the new Document Management System
Information Services will provide a hands-on training session on SoftDocs Etrieve Central, part of our new document management system. This workshop will be held on Zoom at 4:10 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 27. Learn how to log into the site,…
Upcoming Blackboard Open Q&A sessions
Information Services is pleased to offer several open Q&A office hours with Fausto Puppo, Senior Educational Consultant at Anthology, and David Soliday, Instructional Technologist at OWU. Bring your questions about the new Ultra experience, or anything else about OWU Blackboard.…
University Classifieds
Seeking Student Artist(s) for Paid Mural Opportunity!
The local Amvets Post 102 is seeking an artist(s) to create an interior mural for their building, located near OWU at 485 Park Ave. The theme would revolve around the military, including figures, people, etc. This is a paid opportunity,…
Roommate Search for Off-Campus Housing for ’23-’24 School Year
Looking for a roommate(s) to share the rent of an apartment or off-campus house with an open room. If you are approved to live off campus and want more information, please contact Kayla Saikaly at 330-801-9080 or krsaikaly@owu.edu. Contact: Kayla…
Glasses Found in Slocum
Men’s glasses were found in the 3rd-floor conference room of Slocum Hall. They were with a printed article titled Namaste. Call or email Jill Hayes to claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Connection Contact: Jill Hayes at jchayes@owu.edu
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