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Campuswide News & Events
Oct. 26 @ 7:30 p.m. – Cory Band Performance
OWU will host the World-Famous Cory Band from South Wales. The Cory Band is one of the most successful British brass bands in the world, and it is making a North American tour, including a performance at Gray Chapel on…
MUSICAL THEATRE SCENES – Oct. 16-17 @ 8 p.m., Free to Attend!
Please join us on Oct. 16 and 17 @ 8 p.m. for SING!, a Musical Theatre Scenes Cabaret featuring a collection of solos, duets, trios, and ensembles from the musical theatre genre. Including selections from favorite musicals such as RENT,…
Oct. 18 @ 3 p.m. – Senior Saxophone Recital
Please join us for a lovely afternoon of saxophone and piano works featuring senior Ryleigh Jones and accompanist Dr. Anita Chiu. This recital will feature works by Astor Piazzolla, Alexander Glazunov, and Fernande Decruck. Free and open to the public.…
Pie a Volleyball Player for Breast Cancer Awareness!
Support OWU Volleyball’s annual Dig Pink match this Friday in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! The team will be tabling in Ham-Wil during lunch Wednesday through Friday. Stop by to learn more and participate in our fundraiser by donating…
Friday, Oct. 16 – Join Our Casual Spanish Conversational Group! 💬☕
Want to improve your Spanish speaking skills outside the classroom? Join our new group to meet over provided coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and sweets when we talk about rotating topics like music, food, social issues, things to do, or lo…
Nov. 9 @ 7 p.m. – Richard W. Smith Lecture “Lincoln’s Peace”
The OWU History Department welcomes Dr. Michael Vorenberg, Royce Family Professor of History at Brown University, as the guest lecturer for the 2026 Richard W. Smith Lecture in Civil War History. “Lincoln’s Peace: Struggling to Find the End of a…
OWU Connection News & Events
TLC Travel-Learning Courses: Deadline Oct. 1
✈️ Visit the TLC website for information about applying to a course before the deadline Oct. 1. Learn about it in the classroom. Experience it in the real world! Questions? Email international@owu.edu or stop by the IOCP office (Slocum 311).…
✔️Last Days! i-Qubed Voting Extended Through Friday!
Which professors do you want to hear present 3-minute lectures at Ohio Wesleyan’s upcoming i³ (i-Qubed) event? Vote online today through Friday, Oct. 2! The top vote-getters will present Feb. 25, 2027, at the spring Connection Conference. Each i³ lecture is…
TPG Theory to Practice Grant Deadline Approaching
✅Check the website for guidelines and instructions for this round of proposals due Oct. 1. Be sure to submit before the deadline; late submissions aren’t accepted. Email tpgrants@owu.edu with any grant-related questions. OWU Sponsor: Ohio Wesleyan University Contact: Andrea Ryan…
FREE LinkedIn Headshots – Wednesday, Oct. 14
Is your LinkedIn profile photo due for a refresh? Level up your professional presence with a FREE headshot session sponsored by Career Connection! Quick & Easy: Drop in Wednesday, Oct. 14, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. – the shoot…
Part of HWCC Parking Lot Closed Tonight (Sept. 30) and Thursday
More than 20 employers will visit campus Thursday, Oct. 1, to work with students at Career Connection’s Speed Mock Interview event. We are reserving parking for these guests. The first row of the lower tier of the Hamilton-Williams lot —…
UNSCRIPTED: Boost Your Networking Skills Through Improv
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 13 \ Time: 12-1 p.m. \ Place: Crider Lounge Bonus: Lunch included! Register HERE Why attend? Improv is about thinking on your feet and making conversation in the moment – which is exactly what you do…
Student News & Events
Monday, Oct. 26 – Career Exploration Week 5: Imposter Syndrome
Counseling Services & Career Connections Week 5 Topic: Imposter Syndrome. Ever feel like you’re not as capable as others think you are? You’re not alone. Let’s explore imposter syndrome and learn how to build confidence in who you are and…
Special Topics: Live Streaming & Digital Content Course! [Engage Diversity]
The Department of Journalism and Communication is offering a Special Topics course in Spring 2027 on live streaming and digital content creation. See course description below. Reach out to Dr. Kennard if you have questions! Students who have already taken…
TODAY @ 1 – Dr. Kofi Quaye Guest Speaker (Lunch Provided)
Join the Pre-Health Club in welcoming Dr. Kofi Quaye, a vascular surgeon and OWU alum, who will be sharing his journey to practicing vascular surgery. The event will be held today in SCSC 163 from 1-2 p.m. Lunch will be…
Oct. 28 @ Noon – Psych/Neuro Department Social
Join the Psychology Department and the Neuroscience Program for a social on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Hear about courses offered in the spring and chat with fellow students and faculty members! Refreshments will be provided. Psych/Neuro Department Social Date: 2026-10-28 Time:…
Oct. 28 @ 5 p.m. – An Evening of Unplugging (RSVP Needed)
Join the Chaplain’s Office at Gallant Woods Park for an evening of discussions and activities exploring spiritual wellness, intentional rest, and the importance of being attentive and present. We’ll leave campus at 5:00 p.m. and return around 7:00 p.m., with…
Felt Pumpkin Craft @ The 1842 This Weekend
Stop by The 1842 Lounge this Friday, Saturday, or Sunday (Oct. 23, 24, and 25) to create your own felt pumpkin magnet. Available while supplies last. OWU Sponsor: The 1842 Contact: Anna Pellegrin at the1842@owu.edu
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Seeking Supervisor for Ice Skating Club
The Ice Skating Club is looking for a supervisor for spring semester. Activities include group meetings, learn-to-skate event, exhibition, and other on- and off-ice activities. Please contact awetzler@owu.edu and/or involveu@owu.edu for information. OWU Sponsor: Student Involvement Contact: Alona Wetzler at…
Planning to Send Students to Print Services?
Please contact Print Services before sending students with class projects. A quick heads-up helps us ensure we have the appropriate staffing and paper stock, review files for sizing issues, and prepare for any unexpected equipment downtime. It also helps ensure…
Equip Your Students to Engage Disciplinary Texts | Sign-up today!
When we see students struggle with reading complex texts, our natural impulse is often to assign less reading. However, some faculty have found that students can and will engage with challenging texts when explicitly taught how to read disciplinary texts.…
University Classifieds
Found – Trekking Poles in Ham-Wil
A pair of trekking poles were found in Ham-Wil. Email William Hayes to claim them: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsor: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
Say ‘Congratulations’ to Bob Beneke!
Congratulations to Bob Beneke, boiler operator/controls technician for OWU Facilities, for winning the Hartford Fair Figure 8 Demo Derby this week. After winning his first heat, Bob advanced to the feature race and was first to cross the finish line…
Final Markdowns on Clearance at the OWU Bookstore! $1-$5
Final markdowns have been taken on clearance merchandise! Most items are between $1 and $5! Sizes are limited and available only while supplies last. Look for the orange stickers. Stock up on OWU merch at these unbeatable prices. OWU Sponsoring…
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