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Campuswide News & Events

Nov. 10 @ 6:30 p.m. – Honor Choir Festival Finale Concert

The Performing Arts Department will be hosting an honor choir festival all day on Monday, Nov. 10! Over 200 talented middle schoolers and high schoolers will be performing in Gray Chapel at 6:30 p.m.! The students will be performing a…

Nov. 10 @ 6 p.m. – Better Together Dinner

Join a dinner where students from different faiths or worldviews can share their stories, values, and questions through guided discussion. The evening will focus on listening, respect, and finding common ground. All are welcome, but please RSVP with this link.…

Nov. 11 @ 7 p.m. – Dr. Rajika Bhandari: From Arriving to Thriving

The global events of recent years have called for a sea-change and reimagining of our sector’s mission and work with international students and the central role they play in building global bridges and fostering global engagement. During Global Engagement Week…

Nov. 12 from 5-8 p.m. – Tastes Around the World

Enjoy an evening of global flavors at Smith Dining Hall! Sample dishes inspired by cuisines from around the world and celebrate the diversity of our campus community as part of Global Engagement Week. Tastes Around the World Date: Nov. 12,…

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

March 6 @ Noon – Cookies and Coloring with NAfME

Join NAfME members in the Atrium of HWCC for an afternoon wind-down with coloring and cookie decorating to kick off Music in Our Schools Month! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Department of Performing Arts/Music Contact: Ryleigh Jones at rmjones@owu.edu

March 5 – StatQuest YouTuber Dr. Joshua Starmer Live

The OWU Data Circle welcomes Dr. Joshua Starmer, creator of the massively popular YouTube channel StatQuest, for a live seminar on AI, neural networks, and quantifying model confidence. See the educator who has helped over 1.5 million learners understand statistics…

March 5 @ 12 p.m. – It’s Different for Girls

The Biology Board is collaborating with MCI (Male Contraceptive Initiative) and hosting a screening of the short film It’s Different for Girls by Billie JD Porter. This 40-minute film explores gender bias and systemic issues surrounding reproductive health. Billie emphasizes…

March 5 @ 6 p.m. – Student Craft Night at the Ross

Bring a craft you are working on, or come use our craft supplies to hang out with other crafters with snacks! Location: Richard M. Ross Art Museum OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu

Interested in a Free Knitting Workshop? Fill Out This Form!

If you are an avid knitter or interested in learning how to start, internationally recognized knitter Shirley Paden-Berstein will be giving a free cast-on class! The class will be held on Wednesday, March 18, and it will be a long…

March 8 – Columbus Day Trip 🚌

Join us for a fun day trip to Columbus, Ohio, for shopping, great food, and international groceries! 📅 Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026 ⏰ Departure Time: 9:45 a.m. 📍 Meeting Location: Smith Hall Parking Lot (38 S Liberty Street) 🚌Trip Details: 9:45 a.m.: Meet…

Faculty/Staff News & Events

Former Staff Member Kathy Earls Passes Away

We are sad to share that former OWU staff member Kathryn “Kathy” Earls passed away May 22 following a four-year battle with breast cancer. She was 59. A Columbus resident, Kathy worked as the administrative assistant for University Advancement and…

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…

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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