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Campuswide News & Events
April 8 @ 4:15 p.m. – Poetry Reading & Conversation with Aza Pace & Julia Kolchinsky
The Department of English and the Ruth Davies Lecture Series will welcome a Poetry Reading & Conversation with Aza Pace and Julia Kolchinsky on Tuesday, April 8, from 4:15-5:15 p.m. in the Milligan Room of Slocum Hall. Aza Pace is the author of Her Terrible Splendor, winner…
April 16 @ 6 p.m. – Free Showing for Common Ground at the Strand!
As a part of our annual Green Month film showing, join the Ohio Wesleyan Department of Environment and Sustainability and Strand Theatre for an exclusive showing of Common Ground. Common Ground is the sequel to the highly successful Kiss the…
April 6 @ 4:30 p.m. – Guest Performance by Jasmine Spitzer ’21
This Sunday, April 6, at 4:30 p.m., OWU alum Jasmine Spitzer ’21 will perform in Jemison Auditorium. The performance will feature pieces from Jasmine’s debut album “Here.” In addition to Jasmine’s performance, the set will feature Dom Polemeni, Andy Sipe,…
April 4 @ 4:30 p.m. – Trail Fest
Join us on April 4 at 4:30 p.m. on the JAYwalk for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Trail Bound Trail Fest is your chance to experience nature, adventure, and fun — all in one place. Ohio School of Falconry – Get up…
April 4 @ 2 p.m. – Japanese Haru Matsuri (Spring Festival)
The WLC’s Japanese Department and CPB are hosting our annual Haru Matsuri or Japanese Spring Festival! At this festival, we will be celebrating the coming of spring with traditional Japanese onigiri (rice balls), desserts and drinks, crafts like origami and…
Spotlight Seniors: Internship Experiences in Film
Join us for a special three-part series featuring senior film majors who will share the unique and diverse internship experiences they’ve had during their time at OWU. Each session will spotlight a different student, offering insight into their creative journeys,…
OWU Connection News & Events
Only Two Spots Left for Hospital Career Trek Oct. 10
There are only two spots left for the OhioHealth Grady Memorial Hospital Career Trek on Oct. 10! Join us for a day full of professional exploration, network building, and career preparation at local Grady Memorial Hospital, just down the way…
Oct. 18 Lunch and Learn – The Birthplace of Reggio Emilia: Illuminating the Progressive Pedagogy
Did you hear Grace Tippens and Jennifer Allen’s Connection Conference presentation and now want to hear more? Then bring your lunch and join the Education Department from noon to 12:45 p.m. Oct. 18 in Corns 302 to learn about Grace…
Oct. 22 @ 6 p.m. – Social Impact Networking Night
Looking to connect with Industry leaders in Social Impact? Interested in building out your network? Want to practice how to converse with professionals? In this new pilot of a signature program, come join 20+ professionals, alumni, and local leaders who…
Oct. 3 – Arcadia Abroad Visit
Are you interested in studying abroad in Australia, Ireland, England, Scotland, Italy, Spain, or New Zealand? Would you like to learn how to go away/abroad affordably? Come meet our study away partner from Arcadia University, Wendy Lombardo, on Thursday, Oct. 3, at…
Oct. 3 – AIFS Abroad Visit
Come chat with Crystal Craycraft, our university representative from AIFS Abroad, in the HWCC atrium from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. AIFS offers programs during the Spring, Summer, Fall, and January/Winter Break in over 20 countries. These programs are a great match for…
Oct. 1 – CEA CAPA Study / Intern Abroad Visit
Interested in studying abroad in places like Costa Rica, Chile, Ireland, Italy, France, Spain, or Australia? CEA CAPA is an approved study abroad partner with OWU and has numerous academic and internship programs across the globe. Their institutional representative, Sean McCarthy, will be on…
Student News & Events
Oct. 3 @ 12 p.m. – Cold and Flu Prevention
Join the Bishop Way and the Student Health Center in the HWCC Atrium at noon on Friday, Oct. 3, from 12-1 p.m. for Cold and Flu Prevention! Stop by for tips on how to stay healthy this flu season, as…
RESCHEDULED: YDSA Introduction to Democratic Socialism Oct. 2
Join OWU’s longest-running progressive political organization in a casual chat about socialist thought. Learn from peers and find out how to get involved in socialism in central Ohio! We will be meeting at 6-7 p.m. this Thursday in the Stuyvesant…
Oct. 2 from 7-9 p.m. – Sturges-After-Dark Student Game Showcase, “TWINE12”
Join the English Department for an open house to celebrate our own TS 12: twelve semesters of interactive fiction games created by our students on the Twine platform. TS12 Fun and games! Door Prizes! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: English Department Contact:…
Oct. 3 @ 12:30 p.m. – Rhythms and Roots
Experience the vibrant sounds, movements, and flavors of Africa at Rhythms and Roots, organized by Rafiki! This cultural celebration highlights the richness of African traditions through music, dance, and food. Groove to the beats of Afrobeats music, enjoy dynamic performances…
Oct. 4 @ 10:30 a.m. – Free Fresh Start and Farmers’ Market Bingo
This Saturday, join The Kitchen for a SLU house project at the Main Street Delaware Farmers’ Market. Support local farmers as you cross off items from your bingo board like “a vegetable you haven’t heard of,” “Sourdough bread,” and “apple…
Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 – Walk to End Alzheimer’s Tabling
Circle K and Neurds will be tabling during the lunch hour (12-1 p.m.) in the Ham-Wil atrium to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association and to register people for the walk on Saturday, Oct. 4. Stop by to learn more…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Submit to News for OWU Families before the Friday, Jan. 31 Deadline
News for OWU Families is accepting posts for the February edition. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by noon on Friday, Jan. 31. The issue will be sent on Wednesday, Feb. 5. February/March is…
Jan. 23 @ Noon – Faculty & Staff Town Hall
Thank you for your enthusiastic participation in the market position conversations since last April. We’re excited to take the next steps as market positioning transitions into the strategic planning stage. Please join us for a town hall about strategic planning…
Spring DEI Book Club
The DEI Council has prepared the Spring 2025 DEI Book Club materials and wants to share details and the sign-up sheet for calendar invites. This semester we will be reading 3 fiction novels by a diverse selection of authors. We will be meeting every fourth week…
University Classifieds
Looking for Roommate Off-Campus 2024
Hi! I am currently looking for a roommate in the Delaware/Columbus areas for the start of the new year. I am a tidy person with one dog who is very nice. I am just looking for a respectful person to…
Summer 2024 Head Counselor Wanted for OWjL Camp
OWjL is a summer residential camp for gifted/talented students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades held on the OWU campus each June. Requirements to be a Head Counselor: – Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. – Experience supervising staff…
Off-Campus Employment Opportunity: Nanny/House Manager
A local family is seeking a nanny/house manager to assist with after-school care, homework help, and home management for their 3 children (ages 13, 11, & 8) weekdays from 2:30-6:30 p.m. (hours may be somewhat flexible). The family resides approximately…
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