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Campuswide News & Events

Consider These Arts-Related Courses for Your Spring Schedule!

Hoping for more artistic outlets in your busy spring schedule? Consider these: THEA 101 – Intro to Theatre: learn theatre basics! THEA 180 – Documentary Film Production: make a mini-documentary! THEA 247 – Practicum: work on the spring musical! THEA…

Take the Public Opinion Class’s 2025 State of OWU Survey

Students in Public Opinion (PG300.37) are interested in YOUR opinions on key political issues. We want to know your thoughts on pop culture, the economy, and more! EVERYONE in the OWU Community is welcome to take the survey! Responses will…

Oct. 28 from 6-7:30 p.m. – Take Back The Night

Join the OWU community in standing up to sexual and domestic violence through a march across campus, speak out, and event debrief. We will start the night off at 6 p.m. in the Smith lobby by making speak-out posters. Then…

Nov. 1 @ 7 p.m. – A Cappellooza!

Do re mi fa so la ti do! Join CPB in Gray Chapel on Nov. 1 for a night of magical melodies, heavenly harmonies and rockin’ rhythms! At this year’s A Cappellooza, vibrant performances, soulful serenades, and sweet treats await…

Education Department Accreditation Visit – Jan. 28-30, 2026

The Education Department at Ohio Wesleyan University is hosting an accreditation visit by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) on Jan. 28-30, 2026. Interested parties are invited to submit third-party comments to the evaluation team. Please note…

OWU Connection News & Events

Feb. 5 @ Noon – My Major Doesn’t Sound Like a Job Title

Have you ever been asked, “What will you do with THAT major?” When a job or internship says “open to students in all majors,” do you stress about how to demonstrate relevant and transferrable skillsets? On Wednesday, Feb. 5, noon –…

Save the Date! – Spring Connection Conference

Feb. 27, 2025, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – The Spring Connection Conference is one month away! Take this day of instruction to engage in advising and mentorship opportunities to help you make your OWU Connection, connect with employers at…

Career Connection – NEW Spring Semester Drop-in Hours

Hello, Bishops! Starting this semester, the Career Connection Office’s new Drop-In Hours are Monday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. You can still find us in Slocum 207 during these times. Drop-In Hours are a great opportunity to…

Feb. 6 @ 12 p.m. – What Can LinkedIn Do For You?

Ready to Level Up Your LinkedIn Game? Are you looking to create or enhance your LinkedIn profile? Want hands-on guidance to improve it in real-time? Curious about how to use LinkedIn effectively for networking and building meaningful connections? Join alumni experts Newton…

Feb. 4 @ 12 p.m. – Nerdy Approach to Job Seeking

Embark on an epic quest to redefine the job search! This workshop transforms the stress of career exploration into an adventure, drawing inspiration from beloved fandoms like Dungeons and Dragons, Harry Potter, and Lord of the Rings. Channel your inner…

Jan. 31 – FREE Professional LinkedIn Headshots, 3rd Floor Slocum

Register on Handshake to get your professional LinkedIn Headshot taken for FREE from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Slocum Hall. This come-and-go event takes no longer than 15 minutes, depending on the line. Dress: Business Casual. Co-sponsored by Bishop Elevate and…

Student News & Events

Feb. 22 @ 4:30 p.m. – Black Excellence is Served

The CDO, OMSA, OWU Alumni Relations and Engagement, and Black Student organizations like Rafiki, NSBE, Sisters United, and BSU are hosting the Black Excellence: Sunday Dinner Series starting this Sunday, Feb. 22, featuring OWU alum Faith Deschamps, a Ph.D. Fellow…

Join Us Today – Growing Through Grief Support Group

Grief can feel isolating – especially in college, where life keeps moving even when you’re hurting. Counseling Services would like to invite you to attend our Grief & Loss Support Group being held on Wednesdays from 4-5 p.m. starting Feb.…

Enter to Win $25 – Help Me with My Capstone!

My name is Kelsea Cooper, and I am working on completing my honors capstone. I am conducting an epidemiological study. My project includes consenting to the study to be randomized into a group that will receive a new intervention to…

Feb. 16 – BHM Celebration Screening Series with Rafiki

Rafiki is excited to remind you about our Black History Month Celebration Screening Series, starting tonight from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Milligan Hub! 🎥 This Today’s Feature: We’ll be watching The Harder They Come, the iconic Jamaican film that helped…

Karaoke Tuesdays 9-11 p.m. @ The 1842

Come to The 1842 Lounge to sing or cheer on your fellow students singing the songs they love. Karaoke is every Tuesday night, 9-11 p.m. We hope to see you there! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The 1842 Contact: Anna Pellegrin at…

Faculty/Staff News & Events

Open Enrollment Runs Through May 31

OWU Benefit Eligible Employees – The Open Enrollment Portal is OPEN! Reminder that our next benefit plan year is effective for the benefit plan year from July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. There are no changes to benefit providers or plan…

Summer Hours Begin Today Through Aug. 1

Happy summer! Beginning today, OWU’s summer hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. OWU offices are closed Friday, unless they need to remain open for special events and activities. (Please work with your supervisor as needed.) If…

Submit to News for OWU Families by May 30 deadline

We are accepting submissions for the June 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, May 30. New for Families will be on hiatus during July.  Submissions for the August…

University Classifieds

Found Earbud

A black Soundcore earbud was found outside of Phillips Hall. Please contact Sarah Brook at 740-368-3111 or via email at slbrook@owu.edu if this is yours. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Phillips Hall Contact: Sarah Brook at slbrook@owu.edu

Water Bottle Found, Slocum 3rd Floor

A grey TAL water bottle was found on Friday at the top of the third-floor stairs in Slocum by the financial aid office. If this is your water bottle, please come pick it up from the IOCP office, Slocum 311.…


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