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Campuswide News & Events
Parking Update: Solar Canopy Work in Smith, Bradford Milligan, SCSC Lots
Campus Operations Notification: Parking lots scheduled for new or ongoing solar canopy installations during the week of Oct. 5 are listed below. As the 15-foot-tall canopies are installed, affected lots will be closed and reopened in stages as outlined at…
POSTPONED: Short-Term Closure of Soccer Complex Parking Lot
Please note this is postponed. Campus Operations Notification: The Jay Martin Soccer Complex parking lot will close at 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, and reopen on the evening of Monday, Oct. 5, following site preparation work to support the installation…
Key Dates & Academic Deadlines for Fall 2026
Stay on top of your schedule and academic deadlines by importing the Academic Calendar and your class schedule into your Google Calendar. It’s the best way to manage your time and avoid conflicts. Mark your calendars for these key dates:…
Extra Dental Supplies? Donate in Ham-Wil Today!
OWU Circle K International is collecting dental hygiene supplies this week for underserved communities in Delaware and Columbus. We are looking for toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash, and more. Stop by our table during lunch the rest of this week in…
Oct. 2 @ 8 p.m. – “A Celebration of Sanborn” Alumni Recital
Join the OWU Performing Arts Department for an alumni recital featuring Ann Johnson ’04, Annie Moosa ’11, Lauren Spavelko ’11, Gavin Abrams ’23, and Rachel Fitzgerald ’18. Join us for a homecoming celebration, welcoming back alumni from multiple disciplines. This…
Get OWUt The Vote: Ohio Voter Registration Ends Oct. 5
Election Day (Nov. 3) is around the corner! There are so many races on the ballot, including mayors, U.S. Congress, and governors. Are you registered to vote? Visit this website or stop by the registration table in Ham-Wil to submit…
OWU Connection News & Events
Explore Your Options – The Fall Connection Conference Schedule is Here!
The Fall Connection Conference is back on Thursday, Sept. 24 (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.), and it’s replacing your regular class schedule for the day as an alternative day of instruction! With dynamic sessions every hour, you’ll hear how students…
🌍 Travel-Learning Courses – One Week Left to Apply!
Visit the TLC website for information about the application and the variety of courses and destinations being offered. The application closes Oct. 1, 2026. Questions? Email international@owu.edu or stop by the IOCP office (Slocum 311). OWU Sponsor: Ohio Wesleyan University…
✔️i-Qubed is Back! Vote Now for Lecture Presenters!
Which professors do you want to hear present 3-minute lectures at Ohio Wesleyan’s upcoming i³ (i-Qubed) event? Vote today through Thursday, Sept. 24! Go online now, or visit our table at Thursday’s OWU Connection Conference. The top vote-getters will present…
Sept. 24 – Black Wall Street in HWCC Atrium
Come learn, network, and shop from local BIPOC-owned businesses and OWU BIPOC student-entrepreneurs during the annual Black Wall Street! Held in the HWCC Atrium from 12 to 2 p.m. Sept. 24, this event is inspired by the legacy of Tulsa,…
🚀 TODAY’S THE DAY! Stop by the Career Fair 🎉🚀
The 2026 Career & Grad School Fair is happening TODAY in the Ham-Wil Atrium & Benes Rooms 🎉. This is your chance to connect with 80+ employers actively recruiting for full-time roles and summer internships. Bring your resume, your questions,…
⭐️Sept. 17 – Career & Grad School Fair!
Looking to explore opportunities, start your career, or discover exciting graduate/professional programs? Located in the Benes Rooms on Sept. 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the 2026 Career and Grad School Fair is the perfect opportunity to meet with…
Student News & Events
The Burton Morgan Entrepreneurship Student Paper Competition
Calling all Juniors and Seniors! Interested in winning $1,000? Interested in entrepreneurship or small business? Enjoy research? The Burton Morgan Entrepreneurship Student Paper Competition is open to all junior or senior students and is designed to encourage student research in…
Cantarito Workshop ⚱️🧉 Thursday 5-7 p.m.
Come paint cantaritos with VIVA! These are traditional clay pots that were used to keep water cool and are now used as decor and for delicious cocktails. Design your own cantarito using traditional techniques and art styles, or come up…
Oct. 20 @ 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Ghost in a Jar
Join us in our October funtrium where we will be making ghosts in a jar and enjoying halloween candy! OWU Sponsor: Student Involvement Contact: Taylor Thompson at involveu@owu.edu
PG Lunch & Learn – Oct. 15 at 12:10 p.m. Elliott 101!
Join the Politics & Government Department for our second monthly lunch & learn as we talk about all of the upcoming PG classes! It will be in Elliott Hall Room 101, Oct. 15, at 12:10 p.m. – food will be…
How to Borrow Items at The 1842
Update to borrowing games and outdoor balls at The 1842: Starting Oct. 13, you must see a staff member to borrow a game or outside ball. The staff member will hold your student ID till the item is returned. All…
Pet Pals Meeting – Oct. 14 @ 7 p.m., Smith Conference Room
Join us for our 2nd Pet Pals meeting of the year! We will be discussing our spring budget and starting to plan for Poochella! Bring ideas of what YOU want to see at the 2027 Poochella event! This can be…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Improve Student Learning Through Guided Feedback | Respond by Sept. 28
One of the best ways to improve student learning is to use a guided student feedback process in the middle of the semester. Student Guided Instructional Diagnosis (SGID) has been used by faculty for decades with strong results in both…
Next Teaching Circle is Oct. 1
We are bringing back the Teaching Circle! For those who are newer to OWU, these are lunch gatherings to share ideas, strategies, or challenges and connect with colleagues. You do not need to sign up–just come if you are able.…
Seeking November 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
June 17 – Strand Theatre to Host Book Signing & Panel Discussion on ‘America’s Hometown Theaters’
The Strand Theatre will host a special evening June 17, celebrating the launch of the book “America’s Hometown Theaters: Please Remain Standing,” an exploration of the importance and architectural legacy of hometown theaters. Tickets are $10 for everyone for the…
Camera Film Lost and Found @ Ross Museum
Did you accidentally leave a Tupperware container of camera film rolls at the Ross Art Museum during the April 11 Student Show/Rod Bouc Reception? We have it! Please email ramuseum@owu.edu to arrange its return. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth…
Mini iPad Found
A mini iPad was found at the front desk of the Economics and Business Department. It was dropped off at the helpdesk in Information Services in the bottom level of R.W. Corns. OWU Sponsoring Office: Department of Economics and Business…
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