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Campuswide News & Events
Aug. 26 – Free Coffee on the JAYwalk
Join us for The Morning Brew featuring the Columbus Coffee Co. truck! Whether you need an iced latte to power through your first-day syllabus reviews or a hot cup of drip coffee to wake up, we’ve got you covered. When: Wednesday,…
Aug. 28 @ 11:30 a.m. – Day on the JAY!
Kick off the semester with OWU’s most anticipated event: Day on the JAY! On Friday, head to the academic side of campus for summer vibes, fun games, food, and music! #SummerNeverEnds Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Location: Rock Quad…
Aug. 27 – Counseling Services Open House
Curious about what our office has to offer? Stop by our Open House! On Thursday, Aug. 27, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., come meet our counselors, tour the space, and learn about the confidential resources available to support your…
Aug. 27 @ 5:30 p.m. – Dharmic Faith Reception
Come and join us for a reception for our Dharmic faith communities on campus, including Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and Sikh. We’ll be gathering in Crider Lounge (2nd floor of HWCC) on Thursday, Aug. 27, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for a time…
Aug. 27 @ 5 p.m. – Jewish Faith Reception
Come and join us for a reception for our Jewish faith community on campus. We’ll be gathering in HWCC 304 on Thursday, Aug. 27, from 5-6 p.m. for a time of food (chicken, latkes, and lemonade) and conversation. This is…
Aug. 27 – Lunar Eclipse Watch Party, 10 p.m.-12:30 a.m. in Frat Circle!
Join the OWU Astronomy Club and Dr. Harmon to watch the near-total eclipse of the Moon on Thursday in Frat Circle from 10 p.m.- 12:30 a.m.! You’ll be able to view the Moon through a telescope and binoculars, and compare…
OWU Connection News & Events
Register for BLP 2026! Two Info Sessions Remaining!
The Bishop Launch Program is a fall semester professional development program designed to help students become more confident, competent, and competitive internship and job seekers. BLP is open to 2nd-, 3rd-, and 4th-year students. To participate, attendance at one of…
BLP August Info Sessions Start Aug. 5!
Attention 2nd- and 3rd-year students! Bishop Launch Program (BLP) August Info Sessions start THIS week! Come learn about the BLP – Career Connection’s signature fall semester Professional Development program. Gain insights and skills to become a more Confident, Competent, and…
Today! Environmental and Natural Resource Symposium
Ohio Wesleyan will host a free lunch symposium today, April 27, to explore how recent federal policy changes and executive orders could impact the environment. OWU faculty member Will Georgic, Ph.D., assistant professor of economics, will moderate the panel discussion. This year’s…
Connection Grants – Limited Funding for 2025-2026
While funding for study-away experiences remains available, general Connection Grant funds are extremely limited as we approach the end of the academic year. The funding portal will close on April 28. OWU Connection Grants Website Please reach out to Jill…
TODAY! Bishop Brag Day – Don’t Miss it!
FREE T-SHIRT at Bishop Brag Day today 10:45 a.m.-1 p.m.! Drop by! Today, Wednesday, April 22 10:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Atrium Stop by today… We want to celebrate your accomplishments, whether you’ve landed an internship, participated in research, or…
TODAY! Spring Student Symposium in Merrick Hall
The Spring Student Symposium is here! Join us in Merrick Hall as Ohio Wesleyan students showcase their research and creative projects. Learn more about market trends, wildlife conservation, public health, societal representation, and more! 4:10 p.m. | Opening Remarks |…
Student News & Events
Looking for Pre-Med Shadowing Opportunities? Join MAPS!
The purpose of MAPS is to support pre-medical students from backgrounds that have been historically excluded in medicine throughout their journey to medical school by providing information, mentorship, and other extracurricular opportunities to prepare them for the medical school application…
Missing a Water Bottle, a Pair of Crocs, or Other?
The 1842 has a Lost and Found behind the desk near main entrance. If you are missing an item, ask our staff to check our Lost and Found. OWU Sponsor: The 1842 Contact: Anna Pellegrin at appellegrin@owu.edu
Late Night Dining Moves Back to The 1842!
Social Eats at The 1842 will open for late night dining starting tonight! Late Night Dining Hours Monday-Thursday – 6 p.m.-12 a.m. Friday – 6 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Saturday – 12 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Sunday – 12 p.m.-12 a.m. Menu Take a…
Join the Dining Committee!
Interested in helping to shape the dining program? Apply to serve on the 2026-2027 Dining Committee! You’ll provide feedback, explore new ideas, try new things, and talk with the Harvest Table and Dining Services team. The committee meets monthly with…
Sept. 8 @ 6 p.m. Join OWU Rugby’s First Practice!
Join OWU’s very own rugby team. NO EXPERIENCE is needed to come try rugby. Join a fun and close-knit team and make some new friends that will last the rest of your time at OWU. Practices are every Tuesday and…
Meet & Greek
This is your chance to explore Fraternity and Sorority Life at Ohio Wesleyan! Meet current members, learn about our organizations, ask questions, and discover the friendships, leadership opportunities, service, and campus involvement FSL has to offer. Fraternity Night: Thursday, Sept.…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Save Time on Course Prep!
To save time on course prep, access the new Syllabus Template (including fall calendar templates) to incorporate suggested & vetted university policy language and to meet format accessibility guidelines for your syllabi. Contact Barb Bird or Andrea Colvin in the Smith Center with any questions. OWU…
Updated AI Syllabus Guidelines
The Smith Center has updated the AI Faculty Toolkit, which includes a link to the AI Syllabus Guidelines | 2026-27 (vetted by faculty). Use these guidelines to ensure campus-wide consistency and clear AI policy expectations for our students. Contact Barb Bird or Andrea Colvin in the Smith…
Seeking August & September Information for OWU Events Calendar, Media Release
As you schedule fall events open to the general public, please share details for Ohio Wesleyan’s online events calendar and monthly media release. Monthly public events calendars typically are posted online and emailed to news media, community groups, and local…
University Classifieds
FOUND: Box of Photo Film
A box of photo film was left at the Ross Art Museum during our reception on Saturday. If it is yours, please stop by the museum to claim it. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at rmszukala@owu.edu
FREE NEW Queen Box Spring
We have a brand new queen box spring that we won’t use. It’s in its packaging. Please feel free to come take it off our hands! It’s on our porch at 135 Oak Hill Ave (President’s house). OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…
FREE New Queen Box Spring
FREE new, never-been-used Queen Box Spring up for grabs! It is sitting in its packaging on the curb of the President’s house (Pritchard House, 135 Oak Hill Ave). Please come and take it off our hands! Enjoy! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…
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