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Campuswide News & Events
April 17 @ 1 p.m. – Honors Thesis Defense: Claire Hammond
Come watch Claire Hammond ’26 defend her Honors Thesis, “Determining the Effects of Early Adolescent Stress on Anxiety-Like Behavior and GABA A Receptor Subunit Expression in C57BL/6J Adult Mice,” this Friday at 1 p.m. in SCSC 163! Learn about the…
April 19 @ 3 p.m. – Composition Studio Recital
Join us at 3 p.m. in Jemison Auditorium, located in Sanborn Hall, for an afternoon of original works by students studying composition under Dr. Park. Admission is free and open to the public! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Department of Performing…
April 22 from 12-1 p.m. – Pit Stop on the JAY
Come learn about car financial management tips and the chance to win a car care giveaway on the JAYwalk! Join Public Safety in demonstrations on basic care maintenance ft. changing oil and windshield wiper fluid, and checking tire pressure. Free…
Religious Life Awards – Nominations Open – Due Monday, April 20
The Chaplain’s Office invites nominations for the annual religious life awards. Awardees will be recognized at the Interfaith Baccalaureate Service on May 8. Descriptions of the awards for graduating seniors, along with the nomination form, can be found at owu.edu/baccalaureate…
WCSA Election Results
The following students have been elected to WCSA for the 26/27 academic year. President: Oyindoubra Akika Vice President: Rukevwe Diohwo Comptroller: Stepan Dobrianskyi Chief Administrative Officer: Renee Afuminah-Damoah Senators: Max Fossaceca Ya’Va Harris Kevin Alvarenga Jada Taylor Conner Ford Jordyn Adams Kirsten Quinn Husain…
Campus Operations Notification: Windstorm Cleanup on Wednesday
Crews will be working throughout campus on Wednesday, April 15, to clean up debris from last month’s windstorm. They will barricade their work areas, and it is important to honor those barricades for safety. Multiple crews will be working simultaneously and expect to complete…
OWU Connection News & Events
Spring Student Symposium – Student Application Now Open!
Applications are now open for the 2026 Spring Student Symposium! The annual Spring Student Symposium will be held on Thursday, April 16, from 4:10-6 p.m. in Merrick Hall. The Spring Student Symposium showcases the research and creative work of Ohio…
Study Abroad in Pamplona, Spain, in Fall 2026
If you are seeking to improve your Spanish proficiency through a fully immersive experience, this program is for you. This is the only program that offers 3 credits toward your Spanish major or minor, as well as up to 5…
March 18 – Heisler Business Ethics Lecture Series, Professional Knitter
The annual Heisler Business Ethics Lecture Series is set for March 18 at 7:30 p.m. in HWCC, Benes Room B. Join us as our honorary speaker, Shirley B. Paden-Bernstein ’73, discusses her experience as a custom knitter fashion designer, author,…
Free Dinner! Network and Mingle Before Heisler Lecture
Wednesday, March 18 | Before the Heisler Business Ethics Lecture at 7:30 p.m., join us for a free reception and dinner! Speaker Shiley B. Paden-Bernstein ’73 will be present, along with faculty, staff, and community leaders. The reception starts at…
TODAY! Economic and Business Panel & Mingle
March 5 | 12-1 p.m. | HWCC, Benes A | Network and hear from a panel of alumni in the fields of economics and business during this lunch event. All are welcome, no RSVP required. Below is a list of…
🌟Working Career Lab Today: Resume Power Hour
💼 Resume Power Hour Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 12-1 p.m. Corns 315 – R.W. Corns Building Whether you’re building your resume from scratch or polishing up your final draft, drop in for a Resume Power Hour! Get tips, tools,…
Student News & Events
April 22 – STEM Department Jeopardy hosted by WinS!
Join us on April 22 in the SCSC Atrium at noon for STEM Department Jeopardy hosted by the Women in STEM club at OWU! Come get food, drinks, and watch as the STEM department faculty and students battle it out in classic Jeopardy fashion for a legendary trophy.…
April 22 @ 5:30 p.m. – Honors End-of-Year Reception
Join the Honors Board on Wednesday, April 22, in Merrick 301 from 5:30-7 p.m. for a celebration dedicated to our graduating Honors seniors. The reception will include food, drinks, a photobooth, and an opportunity to hear highlights of student Honors…
April 19 @ 2:30 p.m. – An Afternoon of Arepas
Join the Spanish Language and Cultures Club on Sunday, April 19, at 2:30 p.m. in the Stuy Milligan Hub for a fun cooking experience! We will learn how to make arepas, explore the Venezuelan culture, and enjoy eating together. RSVP…
Join Us for Trivia Night Tonight!
Join the Investment Club for a night of trivia tonight, April 15! Food will be provided, and all topics will be covered. When: April 15 @ 6:30 p.m. Where: Benes Rooms Questions? Email aahernandez@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Investment Club Contact:…
Movie Night at The Strand!
The Incredible Film Club will be having a movie night at the Strand this Saturday at 1:15 p.m. to see The Mummy! If you are interested in coming with us, please fill out the linked Google form below, as we…
😍 Today from 12-1 p.m. – Plan for Finals and Win a Prize!
Over the lunch hour from Wednesday, April 15, through Friday, April 17, stop by the Academic Skills Center’s table in the HWCC Atrium to: Grab finals planning supplies Receive individualized planning advice Spin our prize wheel to win a prize!…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Midsemester Grades Due by March 9, 2026
The timely submission of midterm grades is critical for student success, retention, and academic planning. Prompt reporting allows the Office of the Registrar to accurately update student records, enables Faculty Advisors to guide students effectively during registration periods, and triggers…
First Module Final Grades Due March 9, 2026
Final grades for first module courses are due by 4:30 p.m. EDT on Monday, March 9, 2026. Q. How do I submit final grades for my first module courses? 1. Log into OWU Self-Service. 2. Hover over the Classes tab at the top and select Course Management from the dropdown menu. 3. Select…
Spring Yoga!
Feel like you need a planned reason to pause throughout the week? Join us in Edwards Gym on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12-1 p.m. (we actually don’t start until 12:10). Stop saying this time you’ll commit, just move your TR 12…
University Classifieds
FOUND: Headphones Case in Slocum Reading Room
A headphones case was found in the Slocum Reading Room early in the morning on 2-26-26. Please see Jill Hayes in Slocum 303B to describe and claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Connection Contact: Jill Hayes at jchayes@owu.edu
Ring Found in SCSC 163
Ring found in Room 163 of the Science Center on Thursday, Feb 26. Contact William Hayes to claim it: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
FOUND: Headphones Case in Slocum Reading Room
A headphones case was found in the Slocum Reading Room early in the morning on Feb. 26. Please see Jill Hayes in Slocum 303B to describe and claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Connection Contact: Jill Hayes at jchayes@owu.edu
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