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Campuswide News & Events
Sept. 16 @ 4 p.m. – Biology Seminar Series with Dr. Jennifer Bennett
Please join the Biology Seminar Series on Sept. 16 from 4-5 p.m. for a talk by Dr. Jennifer Bennett, Associate Professor at Otterbein University: “Mutant Messages: Characterizing New Genes in Streptomyces Bacteria.” Free and open to everyone. There will be snacks!…
Today Only – Help Public Opinion Students with Pilot Survey
Students enrolled in PG300.39 (Public Opinion) are interested in your political attitudes on key issues. They want to test some potential questions before they release the 2025 State of OWU Survey after Fall Break. The survey takes 5 minutes to…
Sept. 20-21 – Field Hockey Program Dedicates Weekend to ‘Morgan’s Message,’ Student-Athlete Mental Health
The Ohio Wesleyan Field Hockey program is proud to announce that we will be dedicating the weekend of Sept. 20-21 to honor Morgan’s Message, a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating the stigma surrounding mental health in the student-athlete community. Morgan’s…
Sept. 12 @ 3 p.m. – Artist Talk & Reception in Edgar 121
Painter David Groff will give a talk before his opening reception on Friday, Sept. 12, in Edgar 121 at 3-5:30 p.m. His exhibit “Divine Specimens” features 16 paintings of horses, some up and intimate portraits, others accompanied by their riders.…
Sept. 16 @ 10 p.m. – Selby Stadium Parking Lot to Close Through Sept. 22
Help us to celebrate Homecoming & Family Weekend! To accommodate special events, the Selby Stadium parking lot will be closed at 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, and will remain closed until Monday, Sept. 22, 2025. Please ensure that…
Sept. 16 @ 6:30 p.m. – Celeste Malvar-Stewart – Slow Fashion and Sustainability Talk
Join the Ross Art Museum and the Environment & Sustainability Department for our Art and the Environment talk series Tuesday, Sept. 16, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Ross. Celeste Malvar-Stewart is a Columbus-based fiber artist and fashion designer who has…
OWU Connection News & Events
Today @ Noon – Latham Bishop Ventures Student Business and Entrepreneurship Panel
Come hear from current Economics & Business students as they share their conference and travel experiences. Gain insight into how these students have used OWU Connection funds and resources to attend and participate in national, regional, and local conferences that…
Nov. 14 @ 7 p.m. – Medical Shadowing in South America – Virtual Info Session
Who else wants to learn Spanish and shadow doctors in Latin America this summer? Did you know the USA has more Spanish speakers than Spain? In fact, only Mexico has more. The language gap in America continues to widen. What…
Nov. 19 @ 7 p.m. – Explore Your Future in Nursing
Considering a future in nursing? Join representatives from OWU and Mount Carmel College of Nursing (MCCN) for an engaging information session and Q&A about the OWU-MCCN Nursing Pathway. Whether you’re already on the pathway, thinking about starting, or just exploring…
Nov. 18 @ 1 p.m. – Biology Related Grad School Workshop
If you are interested in pursuing graduate school in biological science after OWU, join us for an afternoon workshop and AMA conversation with one of our fantastic alumni, Princeton Vaughn ’22. The workshop will take place on Nov. 18 in…
Gail Winans, Executive Search Partner, On Campus Nov. 13, Nov. 18, and Dec. 4
The Career Connection team is excited to announce that Gail Winans, Alumni in Residence and Executive Search Partner, will be in the Career Connection office, Slocum 207, again from noon – 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 13 and 18, as well…
Nov. 12 @ Noon – Latham Bishop Ventures Student Business and Entrepreneurship Panel
Come hear from current Economics & Business students as they share their conference and travel experiences. Gain insight into how these students have used OWU Connection funds and resources to attend and participate in national, regional, and local conferences that…
Student News & Events
Finals Week Relaxation Stations
Start finals week off on the right foot! Come hang out in the Counseling Services office for some fun and relaxing activities, open-house style. All students are welcome! We will have different stations set up to help you center yourself…
Dec. 4 – Therapy Dog Thursday!
Students, stop by the Ross Art Museum on Thursday (Dec. 4) this Reading Week from 6-7 p.m. to meet therapy dogs Sophie, Tesla, Murphy, Daisy, Enzo, and Bailey. Check out their headshots in advance on our Instagram! Special thanks to…
Today from 8-10 a.m. – FREE Hot Chocolate Bar @ Mowry Alumni Center!
Welcome back from Thanksgiving Break! From 8-10 a.m. today, stop by the Mowry Alumni Center and pick up a FREE hot chocolate courtesy of Annual Giving. Make it your own with your choice of toppings. Stop by and enjoy a…
📣Last-Minute Writing Help! Dec. 1-5 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Ham-Wil Lobby
Need last-minute writing help? The OWU Writing Center is hosting Pop-Up Tutoring in the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center lobby. Stop by our table for some quick guidance, feedback, or answers to your writing questions! No appointment needed to stop by! Pop-Up Tutoring…
Bishop Scholars: SPRING ’26 Tutor Interest Form
Become a Tutor. Make a Difference. The Bishop Scholars program is hiring for SPRING semester and is seeking energized and committed students to tutor elementary youth in math and reading within Delaware City Schools, Columbus City Schools, and Columbus Bilingual…
Dec. 1 from 11-1 p.m. – Create a Finals Study Plan!
Happy last week of classes, Bishops! Today from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., you can stop by the Sagan Academic Resource Center (HWCC #324) to enjoy hot cocoa and cookies while you work on developing a plan for your final exams and…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
TIAA Individual Financial Counseling Sessions
Now Scheduling (in-person) Appointments — additional dates available! Faculty and Staff can receive retirement counseling appointments on the OWU campus with the University’s TIAA representative, Brady Nolan. No matter where you are in life – just getting started or planning…
March 18 @ Noon – Lunch & Learn: Hear from the Pros in Print Services and Central Receiving
Please join us for the next OWU Lunch & Learn, “The Ink-redible Things Print Services Can Do” and “OWU’s Central Receiving Delivers … Sharing Best Practices.” It will take place on Tuesday, March 18, at 12-1 p.m. in Merrick 301 with tables for…
First Library System Freeze Starts March 28
When: March 28-April 26, 2025 What: This freeze will impact our ability to add or change resource records in CONSORT. Impact to Users: Any new, physical items received during this time will be unavailable for general use Ebooks can still be…
University Classifieds
Valentine’s Day Earrings for Sale!
Hey, all! I’ve recently come out with earrings for Valentine’s Day, which is coming up sooner than you know it. If you’d like to buy a pair for your s/o, or for yourselves this romantic holiday season, please fill out…
Lost Vehicle Key?
Please contact us if you have recently lost a vehicle key; it may be at our office located in Welch Hall. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Public Safety Contact: Public Safety at psafety@owu.edu
In Search of Study Chair
I am currently in search of a study chair with wheels that is suitable for extended periods of studying. If anyone within the OWU community has a chair meeting these criteria and is willing to provide it for free, it…
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