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Campuswide News & Events
June 2 – Brief, Scheduled Self-Service & PowerCampus Outage
Starting at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 2, Self-Service and PowerCampus will be taken offline for brief server maintenance. Users must close the applications before the announced outage times. System access should be restored by noon the same day. Questions? Contact registrar@owu.edu.…
Commencement Day Parking
Can you believe that Commencement is 1 DAY AWAY? As a courtesy to our campus visitors, please park in remote lots on Saturday if at all possible. In particular, please avoid the Edwards, Science Center, Phillips, Selby, and Ham-Wil lots.…
Tonight @ 7 – Baccalaureate Celebration, Featuring a Conversation with Jasmine Guy!
Everyone is invited to attend the Class of 2025 Baccalaureate ceremony tonight featuring graduating seniors reflecting on their OWU journeys and Emmy Award-winning actor Jasmine Guy in conversation with President Matt vandenBerg and Chief Diversity Officer Dawn Chisebe. The celebration…
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 Connection News & Events
Theory-to-Practice Grant Spring Round Deadline – March 1
The Theory-to-Practice Grant proposal form will go live Saturday, Feb. 1, for the second round. The deadline for this round of proposals is March 1, 2025. For more information and to find the link for the form, please visit www.owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…
Get Real Experience Survey! – Career Connection
Have you or will you complete an internship, research experience, or extensive volunteer work anytime from Summer 2024 to Summer 2025? If so, please share your success with Career Connection by completing the form in this LINK Students who complete this form will be…
Today @ Noon – Ciao from Catania, Sicily – TPG Presentation!
Join us as we bring the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit of Catania, Sicily, to Ohio Wesleyan! The Corns Business and Entrepreneurial Scholars are about to embark on an unforgettable journey through OWU’s Theory-to-Practice Grant program, where we’ll dive deep into the…
Dec. 3 @ 11:30 a.m. – Career Connection Employer Spotlight: Hospice Volunteer Opportunity
Join us on Dec. 3, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the HWCC Atrium for an Employer Spotlight hosted by our Career Connection Office! We are excited to welcome a nationwide hospice organization, Gentiva Hospice, seeking compassionate volunteers…
Dec. 4 @ Noon – Ciao from Catania, Sicily – TPG Presentation!
Join us as we bring the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit of Catania, Sicily, to Ohio Wesleyan! The Corns Business and Entrepreneurial Scholars are about to embark on an unforgettable journey through OWU’s Theory-to-Practice Grant program, where we’ll dive deep into the…
Burton Morgan Entrepreneurship Paper Competition – for those interested in entrepreneurship or small business
Calling all Juniors and Seniors! Interested in entrepreneurship or small business? Enjoy research? Interested in winning $1,000? The Burton Morgan Entrepreneurship Student Paper Competition is open to all junior or senior students and is designed to encourage student research in…
Student News & Events
Student Mailroom Hours for Thanksgiving Break
The student mailroom will be open Monday, Nov. 24, and Tuesday, Nov. 25, from 1:30-3 p.m. And be closed Wednesday, Nov. 26 – Friday, Nov. 28. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Student Mailroom Contact: Diana Brooks at mailroom@owu.edu
Nov. 15 – Intramural 2v2 Pickleball Tournament
The Intramural Sports Program will be hosting a 2v2 pickleball tournament on Nov. 15 at 3 p.m. in the Edwards basketball courts. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Intramural Sports Contact: Marcus Valcourt at intramurals@owu.edu
Burton Morgan Entrepreneurship Paper Competition – Due Dec. 5, 2025
Calling all Juniors and Seniors! Interested in entrepreneurship or small business? Interested in winning $1,000? The Burton Morgan Entrepreneurship Student Paper Competition is open to junior or senior students and is designed to encourage student research in entrepreneurship and small…
Nov. 10 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Advising & Registration Help Desk
Have questions about advising? Looking to plan ahead? Last-minute changes? Academic Advising and Registrar staff are here to help! Stop by our help desk from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 10, in the Ham-Wil Atrium with any questions or…
Nov. 10 from 12-2 p.m. – Give Thanks with Cru!
Join us from 12-2 p.m. on the JAYwalk for a fun afternoon of gratitude and community! Enjoy fun lawn games, a thank-you card making station to spread some kindness, and free hot drinks and donuts to keep you warm. Come…
🎶 Live@OWU 2026 – Student Feedback Wanted!
We’re planning the Spring 2026 Live@OWU concert, and YOU get to help pick the artists! Check out the playlist and vote for your favorites! Please submit your top artist choices by Friday, Nov. 14. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Office of Student…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Feb. 27 @ 5 p.m. – Taste Around The World Chili Cook-Off @ Smith Dining Hall
Attention, faculty and staff! We invite you to participate in our Chili Cookout as part of our “Taste Around the World” series, which focuses on the USA. This is a great opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and share your…
March 7 – March Blackboard Updates Coming
Lots of little enhancements are coming to our learning management system. Here are some items to watch out for: AI Design Assistant will only generate one image at a time, and you can easily refresh a generated image in a learning…
OWL Camp at OWU: Applications Now Open for Students in Grades 5-8!
OWL Camp at OWU is a fun and engaging summer program designed for gifted students in grades 5-8! Campers will explore hands-on learning, exciting activities, and outdoor adventures while building leadership skills and making new friends. Day Camps for students…
University Classifieds
Jan. 15 deadline! Boardman Arts Park Seeks Submissions for ‘Diversity in Delaware’ Photo Exhibition
The OWU community is invited to submit photos for consideration for Boardman Arts Park’s juried “Diversity in Delaware” exhibition. The deadline to submit is 8 p.m. Jan. 15. For complete guidelines and submission deadlines, visit Please note: Attending OWU…
Free Toyota C-HR OEM Winter Mats and Truck Shade
I have a complete set of OEM Winter Floor Mats and a truck privacy shade that I would like to give away for free to someone who has a Toyota C-HR (any year, all models). Please let me know if…
Trying To Find A Gift For The Holiday And A Holiday Deal? Look No Further!
Hi all! In addition to the custom-made rings I make, I am currently in the process of creating Christmas and Winter-themed rings! 🙂 These are a perfect gift for family and friends interested in jewelry and the winter holidays! These…
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