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Campuswide News & Events
First Friday: Museum Open Late
The Ross Art Museum will be open late this Friday for Downtown Delaware’s First Friday. The museum will be open from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
Elliott Hall Winter Open House – Dec. 3 & Dec. 4 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
All are welcome to join the Departments of Elliott Hall for our annual Winter Open House on Dec. 3 and Dec. 4 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Stop by and grab a hot drink and a snack in the main level…
Don’t miss TODAY’s Campus Celebration at Noon in Merrick 301!
Dear Faculty, Staff, and Students, A quick reminder to join President Matt vandenBerg today as we celebrate an exciting milestone and share important news about OWU’s future. Date: Today – Dec. 1, 2025 Time: 12-1 p.m. Location: Merrick Hall, Room…
Tonight! @ 6 p.m. – Hudler Tree Lighting
Today is the day! Join the brothers of Sigma Phi Epsilon and the University Advancement team for hot chocolate and the annual Hudler Tree Lighting today, Monday, Dec. 1, at 6 p.m.! The event will take place in the grassy…
Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Thanksgiving Break Building Hours
Monday 11/24 – Wednesday 11/26: 8:00am – 5:00pm Thursday 11/27; Closed Friday 11/28: 8:00am – 5:00pm Saturday 11/29: 10:30am – 1:30pm Sunday 11/30: Resume normal operating hours OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: SES Contact: Brad Pulcini at deansoffice@owu.edu
Thanksgiving Break Hours for OWU Athletics Facilities
Please use this link to view fall break hours for OWU’s athletics facilities. Thank you and have a great break! Office: Department of Athletics. Contact: Abby Turner @ amstoner@owu.edu
OWU Connection News & Events
Spend Fall Semester in Tanzania – Change Your Life
Ohio Wesleyan’s semester-long program in Tanzania is accepting applications for its Fall 2025 program. The Tanzania program is open to all majors and minors. Students complete an internship, study Swahili, and take 3 additional courses that explore : East African…
Feb. 27 @ 10 a.m. – LBV Lecture: Glenn Entis ’76 – My Creative Journey
February 27, 2025 | 10 a.m. | Slocum Hall, Milligan Room From Art & Philosophy to Computer Animation, Video Games, AI: My Creative Journey Join us for an inspiring talk with Glenn Entis ’76, an Academy Award-winning animation pioneer and visionary…
TODAY – CIEE Study Abroad Visit (HWCC & Slocum)
CIEE Study Abroad offers a variety of study abroad programs and internships abroad where students can learn and gain professional skills and experience in real-world work environments. CIEE also offers a flexible and dynamic study abroad program with their Open Campus model…
Feb. 27 @ Noon – Career and Summer Internship Fair @ OWU Connection Conference
Looking to start your career or secure a summer internship? Located in the Benes Rooms on Feb. 27 from noon – 2 p.m., The 2025 Career and Summer Internship Fair is the perfect opportunity to meet with 65+ employers actively seeking…
Feb. 20 @ Noon – Resume vs CV
If you are curious about the differences between a Resume and a CV, when and why to submit which, this event is for you! Join the STEM & Pre-Health Career Catalyst to learn more about the differences, when to submit…
Feb. 18 – The Required OWU Connection Experience: Info Session for OWU Students
Want to learn how to fulfill your General Education Connection Experience (GenEd CX)? Join us in 201 Slocum this Tuesday, Feb. 18 (12:10-1 p.m.)! While munching on free pizza, we’ll explain everything you need to know about: The four steps…
Student News & Events
April 8 from 12-1 p.m. – Financial Wellness Workshop
Take charge of your finances at this financial empowerment workshop in partnership with OMSA and Telhio Credit Union. Students will learn practical strategies to manage money and build stronger financial habits. The session covers key topics that help you make…
Communication Student Board Interest Form Due March 27
The Communication Student Board is recruiting new members! This board of communication majors participates in faculty evaluations, plans communication events, participates in admission events, helps with faculty searches, and helps positively represent this department. Additional information can be found on…
Friday Spring Celebration with DJ LadyLibra @ The1842
This Friday, March 20, DJ LadyLibra will be at The 1842 Lounge from 8 to 11 p.m. Come listen to music and dance into the first day of spring. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The 1842 Contact: Anna Pellegrin at the1842@owu.edu
Open Mic & Karaoke @ The 1842
Sunday, come join Norah in the Lounge of The 1842 for Open Mic and Karaoke 6-9 p.m. Share your talents and/or your own work. All are welcome to join and show support for fellow students. Location: 4 Williams Dr., Room…
March 25 from 11:30 a.m.-1p.m. – Take a Paws, Pet Dogs!
Join the Bishop Way, Ross Art Museum, and helpful information from Counseling Services to unleash stress during wellness week. Come and interact with emotional support dogs, gain tips on how to decrease your stress, and take a look at artwork…
Are You Passionate About Education and Social Issues? GET INVOLVED!
The OWU Young Democratic Socialists of America (YDSA) has joined the Ohio Coalition for Academic Freedom (OCAF), a conglomerate of student organizations within the Ohio 5 liberal arts schools, to establish better conditions at our schools for the BIPOC, LGBTQ+,…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Retired Staff Member Bernard Derr Passes Away
We are sad to report that Bernard Louis Derr, Ph.D., who worked for the OWU Library for more than 30 years, passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2025. He was 83. Bernard joined Ohio Wesleyan as its chief of circulation…
Opening Convocation is THURSDAY! Don’t have FOMO!
The Fear Of Missing Out is REAL! All Faculty & Staff are invited to walk in the processional, sit together in the front seating section during the ceremony, and form the First Lap tunnel to cheer loudly for our new students as…
Save the Date! Aug. 13 Welcome Back Faculty & Staff
Please join us for an All-Campus Welcome Back Gathering from 9-10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 13, in the Benes Rooms. Swing by to catch up with colleagues, hear what’s new at OWU, and start the year on a high note.…
University Classifieds
Glasses Found in Science Center 2nd Floor Chemistry lounge
A pair of brown glasses were found near one of the lounge areas near the Chemistry side of the Science Center on the 2nd floor. They were brought to the Academic Assistants Office in room 201. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: self…
Red Charcoal Grill Outside Bradford Milligan Needs Picked Up
If you own a small red charcoal grill and left it outside Bradford Milligan Hall, don’t worry — I have it. I brought it into my dorm since it was starting to rust due to the poor weather conditions. If…
Found – Wooden Bead Bracelet
Found in the Smith parking lot — a wooden bead bracelet with a silver cross with a heart around the cross. Contact William Hayes to claim: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
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