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Campuswide News & Events
Campus Operations Notification: Remove Cars from HWCC Upper & Lower Tier Parking Lot by 10 p.m.
From March 27-29, Ohio Wesleyan will host the second Melvin Van Peebles Symposium to celebrate Black art and culture. To accommodate our guests, we will close the upper and lower tiers lower tier of the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center parking lot…
Tonight @ 8 p.m. – Choir Concert in Gray Chapel
The Choral Art Society presents its spring concert on Thursday, March 27, at 8 p.m. in Gray Chapel. The ensemble will be led by guest conductor Rachel Parfenchuk (OWU Class of 2013) in a varied program of works centered on…
Campus Operations Notification: By 10 p.m. Today, Remove Cars from HWCC Lower Tier Parking Lot
From March 27-29, Ohio Wesleyan will host the second Melvin Van Peebles Symposium to celebrate Black arts and culture. To accommodate our guests, we will close the lower tier of the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center parking lot on Thursday and both…
April 2 @ Noon – The Love Bus Comes to the Tree House
The ENVS Department, Fine Arts, DEI Council, and The Upcycling Center at OWU all present: The Love Bus: Beauty and Waste in the Face of Climate Crisis Wednesday, April 2, from noon to 2 p.m. in front of the Tree…
March 27 & 28 – Free Movie Screening, Arts Performance for Melvin Van Peebles Symposium
Didn’t buy a ticket for the Melvin Van Peebles Symposium? You’re still invited to attend these events as we remember OWU alum Van Peebles ’53 and celebrate Black arts and culture: 6:15-7:30 p.m. Friday – Fork in Nigeria food truck.…
April 10 @ 5:30 p.m. – Passover Sedar
What is Passover? Passover (also called Pesach) is a Jewish holiday celebrating the Exodus (liberation) of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. Passover is often celebrated with great pomp and ceremony, especially on the first night, when a special meal…
OWU Connection News & Events
Oct. 1 – Chill Out and Make Friendship Bracelets in IOCP
Tuesday, Oct. 1, is OWU Community Care Day! Come chill in the IOCP office (Slocum 311) and make a global-themed Friendship Bracelet! We’ll have all the supplies along with tea, coffee, and international snacks! Yum! Drop by anytime between 9 a.m.…
Oct. 1 – Japan Study and Border Studies Visit
Our institutional representative from Earlham’s Japan Study & Border Studies programs, Roger Adkins, will be on campus on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Established in 1963, Japan Study is one of the oldest and most comprehensive programs in higher education exchange between the United States and Japan. Based at…
Oct. 1 – Theory-to-Practice Grant Deadline
Theory-to-Practice Grant (TPG) submissions are due Oct. 1 at 11:59 p.m. Go to the TPG web page for guidelines and instructions and the application form. Questions? Please drop by the IOCP office in Slocum Hall (3rd floor) and speak with a…
Today @ 3 p.m. – LBV Lecture Series with Marius Smit, Founder of Plastic Whale
Join impact entrepreneur Marius Smit during the OWU Connection Conference as he shares his extraordinary journey from a solo dreamer to the founder of Plastic Whale, a thriving social enterprise that’s turning plastic waste into powerful change. Today, Sept. 26,…
Today @ Noon – Join Us for Black Wall Street at the OWU Connection Conference!
Join us during the OWU Connection Conference for the 3rd Annual Black Wall Street! Each year, The Woltemade Center for Economics, Business and Entrepreneurship, OMSA, DEC OWU, and OWU Connection host a “Street Fair” featuring Black and minority-owned businesses in…
Oct. 15 @ 7:30 p.m. – Milligan Leaders in Business Lecture
Join us Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 7:30 p.m. for the Milligan Leaders in Business Lecture Series featuring keynote speaker Michael Tiedemann ’93, CEO of AlTi Tiedemann Global. Mike was a Founding Partner, CEO, and Chairman of the Internal Investment Committee…
Student News & Events
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…
Order a WinS Sweatshirt Today!
The OWU Women in STEM (WinS) club is proud to announce that we will be selling one-of-a-kind Women in STEM sweatshirts, made by WinS’ own executive board!! These sweatshirts serve as a reminder that STEM is a place for all…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Seeking March Information for OWU Events Calendars
As you finalize plans for March events that will be open to the general public, please share details for inclusion in Ohio Wesleyan’s monthly events calendars for news media. Monthly calendars typically are shared with media, community groups, and local…
Call for Faculty Research/Scholarship Proposals for SSRP, Summer 2025
Interested in mentoring OWU students on research/scholarship for 10 weeks during the summer of 2025? Then submit a proposal for the 2025 SSRP! In addition to science-related proposals, we are piloting an expansion of the program to include projects in…
Faculty/Staff Bible Study
The Chaplain’s Office is offering a once-a-month Bible study for any interested OWU faculty and staff. We’ll be meeting in Peale Chapel at noon on Jan. 27, Feb. 17, March 17, and April 21. This semester, we’ll be doing “A…
University Classifieds
Oct. 8 @ 11 a.m. – Volunteers Needed For Apple Butter Festival at HopeWood Pines
Do you need volunteer hours? HopeWood Pines (Lutheran memorial camp) needs assistance with food preparation and cleanup, car parking, hospitality/welcoming, and possibly some activity hosts. The location is 20 miles from OWU and the address is 2790 State Rte 61,…
Sept. 26-29 @12:15 p.m. – Free Caricature Portraits with Musing with Muses in Ham-Wil
Hello! My name is Kara Cannon, and I’m conducting practice trials for my new web series/caricature business, Musing with Muses. I will ask you a personal question and draw out your response. Questions can be along the lines of what’s…
Missing a Key Fob?
A black Key Fob was found in University Hall. Please stop by the Office of Academic Affairs (Univ 107) to claim it. For any questions or concerns, please contact Kate Cole (kkcole@owu.edu). OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Academic Affairs Contact: Kate Cole…
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