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Campuswide News & Events
TOMORROW @ 12 p.m. – YOU are the future of OWU!
The experiences and generosity of our alumni ignite possibilities for our students, faculty, and staff. Starting tomorrow, Feb. 18 at 12 p.m. EST, Ohio Wesleyan will host its sixth annual “We Are OWU” giving campaign to celebrate and support OWU’s…
Feb. 18 @ 12:15 p.m. – Ash Wednesday Service in Peale Chapel
On Feb. 18, the Chaplain’s Office will be hosting an Ash Wednesday worship service open to all students, faculty, and staff beginning at 12:15 pm in Peale Chapel. In the Christian tradition, Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the season…
OWU Print Services Will be Closed on Friday, Feb. 20.
If you need materials ready for Monday, Feb. 23, please submit your order no later than noon on Thursday, Feb. 19, to ensure we can accommodate your request. A friendly reminder that emails are not monitored over the weekend. We will resume normal…
Feb. 17 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar Series with Dr. Tessa Wilde
Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Dr .Tessa Wilde ’13, Founder & Executive Director, For the Love of Primates: “Monkeys and Microbes: Examining the gut and oral microbiome in SIV-infected sooty mangabeys.” Location: Schimmel/Conrades Science Center,…
WATCH: The Annual We Are OWU Video is Live!
Next week, Ohio Wesleyan will launch its sixth annual We Are OWU giving day campaign. Join us in celebrating everything OWU ignites for our students – mentorships, research partnerships, lifelong friendships, and more! Watch this year’s video to hear the…
Feb. 13-14 – OWU Honor Band Festival
The 2026 OWU Honor Band Festival (Feb. 13-14) offers two amazing concerts featuring four exciting ensembles! All performances are free to the public in Gray Chapel. The OWU Symphonic Wind Ensemble kicks off Friday at 7 p.m., led by conductors…
OWU Connection News & Events
Monday, Feb. 23 – Navigating the Career Fair with Confidence
Career Fairs can be stressful and overwhelming, but you don’t have to go in cold. Learn how to navigate the Career Fair with confidence. Date: Monday, Feb. 23 Time: 12-1 p.m. (lunch is included) Place: Slocum 201 Register on Handshake…
Feb. 26 – Big Problem Challenge Competition!
During Connection Conference, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Merrick 301, 3 p.m. Join us for the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge, an exciting competition where students take on real-world issues and present innovative solutions. This year’s issue is the continued population growth in Delaware County,…
Feb. 26 – Pitch OWU Competition!
During Connection Conference, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Merrick 301, 2 p.m. Experience the excitement of Pitch OWU, where bold ideas and entrepreneurial spirit take center stage. Watch as students present their innovative business concepts and compete for funding to turn their visions into…
Feb. 26 – Woltemade Center Fellows & Scholars Spotlight
During Connection Conference, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Corns 312, 11-11:45 a.m. Explore how OWU’s Accounting & Finance Fellows, Corns Business and Entrepreneurial Scholars, and Westwood Real Estate and Community Development Fellows programs bring the OWU Connection to life. Through student stories…
NEW! Real Estate Fellows, Open to ALL Students
The Woltemade Center is excited to announce its newest program: Westwood Real Estate and Community Development Fellows. Applications are now open and close on March 27, 2026. The program prepares students to be ethical, innovative leaders in real estate and…
Feb. 26 – Benefits of a Side Hustle, Student Panel
During Connection Conference, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Corns 312, 9-9:45 a.m. Join a student panel and moderator Professor Cliff Hurst for this How You Can Benefit from a Side Hustle info session. Learn how one can support your personal, academic, and professional…
Student News & Events
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…
Feb. 27 @ 7 p.m. – Winter Wind-Down
Today! Relax, recharge, and unwind with CPB! As winter turns to spring, join us as we de-stress with yoga, cute crafts, hot chocolate, crepes, giveaways, and more! There will be a showing of Inside Out, as well as resources provided…
March 2 @ 7:30 p.m. – Cru Social
Join Cru in the Benes Rooms on Monday, March 2, at 7:30 p.m. Featuring a night with Whit’s frozen custard, 9-square, and board games. We are excited to see you and your friends there! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Cru Contact: Brooke…
Student Mailroom Hours During Spring Break
During the week of Spring Break, the Student Mailroom hours are 1:30 – 3 p.m. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Student Mailroom Contact: Diana Brooks at mailroom@owu.edu
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Feb. 3 – UGC Open Meeting: Discuss Survey & Recommendations
Dear Colleagues, UGC recently shared its completed report based on the UGC Supplemental Survey on Jan. 20. We invite you to continue discussion of our findings and preliminary recommendations at an open meeting: UGC Open Meeting Tues, Feb. 3 from…
AI and Hyper Personalized Learning Webinar Invitation
Dear Colleagues, AI is transforming the way campuses deliver personalized learning experiences. It enables the early identification of student needs, customizes educational outreach, and facilitates timely interventions. The upcoming webinars will showcase real campus examples of these AI-driven tools in action—and this is your final…
Seeking March Information for OWU Events Calendar, Media Release
As you schedule 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 schools…
University Classifieds
OWL Camp 2026 Applications Open
Dec. 1-Jan. 31 – OWL Camp 2026 Applications Open The application period for Ohio Wesleyan Learning (OWL) Camp 2026 is now open. OWL Camp is a summer enrichment program for gifted and talented middle school students. Camp Dates • Overnight…
Found – AirPods in the Ham-Wil Upper Chapel
AirPods were found in the upper chapel on the 4th floor of Ham-Wil. Contact William Hayes to claim them: wfhayes@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Chaplain’s Office Contact: William Hayes at wfhayes@owu.edu
ISO Mending Experts
The Ross Art Museum is in search of expert menders to help others at our Sunday mending circles in 2026. Mending can include sewing, crocheting, and knitting. Please email rmszukala@owu.edu if you are interested. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum…
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