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Campuswide News & Events
Fall Semester Test of the OWU ALERT Emergency Messaging System
On Aug. 28, Ohio Wesleyan will conduct the spring semester test of the OWU ALERT emergency notification system. The test will be sent over the lunch hour to all registered alert recipients using the 911Cellular software system. If you do…
Today @ 10 a.m. – Beekeeper Working in Front of University Hall
A beekeeper will be on campus today, Aug. 26, from 10-11 a.m. to safely and humanely remove a large nest of bees from a tree in front of University Hall. The area will be roped off while the nest is…
Basic Safety Reminders from OWU Public Safety
Welcome to the 2024-2025 academic year! The Ohio Wesleyan Department of Public Safety is here to support a safe living, learning, and working environment for everyone on campus. We’ve provided important guidelines, reminders, and tips below to help you navigate…
Sept. 6 – First Friday Monthly Street Party in Downtown Delaware
Mark your calendar for First Friday and these other Main Street Delaware upcoming events: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sept. 6 – “Back-to-School Bash” First Friday, featuring a rock-climbing wall, inflatables, local musicians, yard games, and more! The free-for-everyone event…
Sept. 7 – Enjoy a Free Battling Bishop Football Game, Tailgate
Everyone is invited to a free pre-game tailgate and Ohio Wesleyan football game Sept. 7 at the Bishop Backers Fall Community Day celebration. The tailgate will begin at 5 p.m. with City of Delaware police officers and firefighters and OWU…
Day on the JAY! ‘Fetch Fun Fair!’
It’s that time of the year! Get ready for the event of the semester! CPB presents OWU’s favorite event: Day on the JAY! This semester’s theme features a Y2k experience that’ll blow your mind! We go bigger and better this…
OWU Connection News & Events
24/SP Off-Campus Candidates, Study Abroad and Domestic Programs
Reminders for students studying abroad next semester: If you have questions about your Round Two paperwork, please follow up very soon with IOCP. Budget sheets will be out soon. Please review the Financial Planning Planning pages: It’s never too early…
Traveling Learning Courses 24/SP – Reminders for Students
Students enrolling in a Travel Learning Course (TLC) for 24/SP are reminded to review the TLC Student Information Pages: Start here: Student and parent questions can be emailed to iocp@owu.edu . If you need to apply for or renew your passport, please…
Nov. 1 from 12-1 p.m. – Want to Learn if Berkshire Hathaway is the Place for You?
Join us for a Berkshire Hathaway Information Session on Zoom! Learn more about careers in insurance, risk management, and actuarial sciences as well as entry-level full-time positions they have open. Register through Handshake. Berkshire Hathaway Information Session Date: 2023-11-01 Time:…
Nov. 1 @ Noon – Woltemade Big Problem Challenge Workshop – $3,000 Prize!
Are you interested in social entrepreneurship? Do you have big ideas that could generate social change? Are you motivated to alleviate a problem that could improve regional environmental conditions? Prepare for the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge ($3,000 prize) with a workshop focused on…
TODAY, Oct. 27 @ Noon – Designing Your Future Workshop
Uncertain about your career path and how to find a career that you love? Then this event is for you! Based on the process known as “design thinking,” this workshop will challenge you to think of yourselves as designers. Design…
TONIGHT @ 7 p.m. – Join Us for Pitch OWU!
Join us at Pitch OWU tonight! Watch teams and individuals compete against peers in various disciplines to pitch their business ideas to a panel of judges; the top three teams or individuals will receive funding to foster the growth of…
Student News & Events
Nov. 19 – Vigil for Palestine
Join YDSA as we honor the lives of the Palestinian martyrs who have been lost. This vigil is a time to come together collectively and pay respect to the perseverance and dignity of the people of Palestine. We will gather…
Deadline Extended – Spring Break Service Week
Do good over the week of spring break! The deadline has been extended for applying for this year’s Spring Break Service Teams! This year’s three Spring Break Service Trips will be going to New Orleans to volunteer with SBP Disaster Recovery, to South Dakota to work with Lakota Youth…
Nov. 12 – Last Day to Withdraw from Second-Module Courses
Tuesday, Nov. 12 is the Withdrawal deadline for Second-Module courses. Withdrawing from a course is an option when you are certain you are no longer in a position to pass. Questions to Consider Before Withdrawing: Have you talked with your professor about whether…
Nov. 13 @ 8 p.m. – RA/Mod Information Session
If you are interested in the RA/Mod position but want a little more information come check out our information session on Wednesday, Nov. 13 @ 8 p.m. at the Smith Hall Stairs. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Residential Life Contact: Jon Maldonado…
Melvin Van Peebles Symposium T-Shirt Design Competition!
Calling all creatives! Enter the T-shirt design contest for the 2025 Melvin Van Peebles Symposium. Create a captivating design that reflects the theme: Disruption!! Signal Fires, Reckoning, and Jubilee Through Black Art. Submit your design here by Nov. 23. The winner…
Nov. 16 @ 8 p.m. – Calabash! In the Benes Rooms
Calabash is an event that celebrates African and Caribbean culture. There will be food, henna artists, music, and Black vendors! Come learn about different cultures with us! Nov. 16 from 8-11 p.m. in the HWCC Benes Rooms! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Open Enrollment Benefit Information Sessions Begin May 1!
2024-2025 Open Enrollment for benefit-eligible employees is May 1-19! Benefit information sessions will be presented by Human Resources and the McGohan-Brabender team to inform employees about the 2024-2025 OWU healthcare plans and benefit offerings available beginning July 1. Join us…
May 2024 Blackboard Updates
Every month, Anthology releases feature updates and bug fixes for Blackboard Learn. Here is what’s coming on Thursday, May 2. Follow a link to learn more. The May 2024 release is robust with features in these areas: Competency-based education; Tests…
April 26 Deadline – Submit to News for OWU Families Monthly Email
We are accepting submissions for the May edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by the deadline, noon Friday, April 26. For the May edition, please consider submitting information about annual end-of-academic year tasks…
University Classifieds
Missing Men’s Eyeglasses
Lost black men’s prescription glasses. Please contact amryan@owu.edu if found. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact: Andrea Ryan at amryan@owu.edu
Women’s TISSOT WATCH Missing!
Hello, as of Wednesday 12/7, I have been missing my gold and silver women’s Tissot watch. It was in my bag and now is missing. I was in Merrick and Phillips Hall for class. If you have seen it or…
Lost Emerald Ring
Emerald ring with silver band lost in Merrick Hall girl’s bathroom about two weeks ago. $ reward if the item is turned in as it is very important to me. Reach me at klfarran@owu.edu. Contact: Kelly Farran at klfarran@owu.edu
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