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Campuswide News & Events
Oct. 27 – Last Day to Add/Drop Second Module Courses
Thinking about changing your schedule? Don’t forget the last day to add or drop second-module courses is Thursday, Oct. 27, at 11:59 p.m. EDT. Before you make any changes, be sure to talk with your Faculty Advisor first. Then, if…
Join Us for Culture Fest! 🎉🕺🎤 Sunday @ 5-8 p.m.
Join Horizons on Sunday, Oct. 18, in the Benes Rooms to celebrate the many cultures OWU represents! From 5-8 p.m., there will be fun and inspiring performances from students, plenty of food from a variety of countries, and activities in…
Connecting to BishopNet Wi-Fi Just Got Easier!
Connecting your phone, laptop, or tablet to campus Wi-Fi has been streamlined. Previously, connecting to BishopNet required a two-step process: signing into the network and then manually registering your device on a separate website. Thanks to a new automation effort…
Bradford Milligan Parking Lot to Close Starting Late Oct. 17; New Temporary Spaces Available
Campus Operations Notification: What: The Bradford Milligan Parking Lot will close at 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, and remain closed during the installation of solar canopies. Why: The closure allows crews to move large equipment safely while installing 15-foot pillars,…
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,…
OWU Connection News & Events
Today – Speed Mock Interview Event
Hoping to land an internship, summer job, or full-time position? Today’s Speed Mock Interview event is your chance to build confidence and sharpen your interview skills — with real feedback from 20+ employers across a wide range of industries! Date:…
Oct. 15 – Starting a Side Hustle in Ohio
Thursday, Oct. 15 | R.W. Corns, 312 | 12-1 p.m. | FREE Lunch! | Learn the basics of setting up a side hustle in Ohio, including choosing a business structure, registering for sales tax, obtaining an EIN, and understanding the…
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…
Student News & Events
Nov. 2 @ 5 p.m. – Open Mic Night
Join Residential Life and the Ross Art Museum on Monday Nov. 2, at 5 p.m. for an evening full of music, poetry, crafts, and more! All performers are welcome to sign up at the event and share their talents. Enjoy…
Now Hiring New Bishop Way Peer Educators! Interest Forms Open
Are you interested in becoming a Bishop Way Peer Educator? As a peer educator, you help empower and educate the community to make more informed and responsible decisions through campus events, sharing resources, and partnerships. Help OWU prioritize wellness and…
Wednesday, Oct. 28 @ 6:30 p.m. – Souled Out Bible Study
All students are invited to Bible study on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 6:30 p.m. in Corns 312, hosted by Souled Out (Soul Restoration Ministry’s Young Adult Ministry) in partnership with the Chaplain’s Office and the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs.…
Oct. 27 from 12-1 p.m. – Join Us for Neurds Halloween!
Come join Neurds for our Halloween event from 12-1 p.m. in SCSC 244! We will have spooky, brain-themed activities, along with sweet treats and creepy sensory boxes. We hope to see you there! OWU Sponsor: Neurds Contact: Sophia Rohr at…
Oct. 28 – Don’t Let Your Finances Haunt You – HWCC @ 11:30 a.m.
Join the Bishop Way for financial wellness tips, an interactive money-themed haunted house activity, and spook-tacular giveaways! OWU Sponsor: The Bishop Way Contact: Anna Condo at thebishopway@owu.edu
Participate in Research & Enter $50 Amazon Gift Card Drawing
Dr. Bailey’s GAME Lab is looking for participants between the ages of 18 and 24 for their tDCS study, where you’ll go through three weekly sessions testing your working memory through activities (including video games) while getting low electrical pulses…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
All OWU Concert Band Sign-Up
To all OWU faculty, staff, and administrators who were former high school band members: The Symphonic Wind Ensemble is OWU’s concert band, and we’d love to share a once-a-week 30-minute portion of our music rehearsal with you during the second half…
Designing Meaningful and Effective Writing Assignments, This Wednesday!
Sign up today to join colleagues and student tutors on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 12 p.m. in Elliott 101 for a hands-on workshop on designing effective writing assignments using the TILT framework. Lunch is provided. Please bring a current or…
Submit Proposals for Fall TLI Grants by Oct. 22
Don’t forget – submit your Teaching, Learning, and Innovation (TLI) Grant proposal by Oct. 22 at 11:59 p.m. We especially want to invite new applicants to consider how this grant could further your professional development goals. Here are some ideas…
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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