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Campuswide News & Events

📅📢Updated 2025 & 2026 Payroll Calendars📢 📅

The 2025 & 2026 Payroll Calendars have been updated to include the timecard due dates. Please take the time to review the new calendars, and if you have any questions, please reach out to the Human Resources department at hr@owu.edu…

Nov. 18 @ 7 p.m. – Hispanic Film Festival Finale

Join us today, Nov. 18, from 7-9 p.m. in Corns 312 for the fourth and final film of the Hispanic Film Festival, Alice Júnior (2019, Brazil). Stick around after the movie for a short discussion. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Department of…

Thanksgiving Break Hours for Hobson Library

Thanksgiving break hours for Hobson Library can be viewed on the library’s website at Any changes to our hours will also be found on our website.  The Slocum reading room is available 24/7 for study and printing with card…

Dec. 1 @ 6 p.m. – Annual Hudler Tree Lighting

The brothers of Sigma Phi Epsilon and the University Advancement team would like to invite you to the annual Hudler Tree Lighting Event on Monday, Dec. 1, at 6 p.m.! The event is open to anyone and will have hot…

OWU Connection News & Events

Feb. 11 – Pamplona Spain Study Abroad Info Session

Have you been thinking about a study abroad experience in Spain during Fall 25 or Spring 26? Join us Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 12 to 1 p.m. in University Hall Room 213 to learn about OWU’s signature program in Pamplona,…

View the Connection Conference Schedule

The Spring OWU Connection Conference will be held on the OWU campus Thursday, Feb. 27, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST. This draft schedule will help you with preliminary planning around the Conference. All sessions are 45 minutes unless…

Feb. 6 @ Noon – Medical Shadowing Outreach How To

Are you interested in gaining a shadowing experience but have no idea how to ‘cold call’ a physician or other medical professional? Do you want more hands-on experience with professional communication? Join us for a how-to guide on how to…

Apply for Pitch OWU and Big Problem Challenge Today!

Are you interested in entrepreneurship? Do you have a big idea? Calling all OWU Students to apply for Pitch OWU and Big Problem Challenge, sponsored by The Woltemade Center! If you have an innovative and original idea, you are encouraged…

TODAY: My Major Doesn’t Sound Like a Job Title

Have you ever been asked, “What will you do with THAT major?” When a job or internship says “open to students in all majors,” do you stress about how to demonstrate relevant and transferrable skillsets? On Wednesday, Feb. 5, noon…

Student News & Events

Today! DIY Plants and Ice Cream Bar for Wellness Week

Take a break and nurture your well-being with the OWU Counseling Team! Join us at the Zook Nook today from 1-4 p.m. for an afternoon of creativity, relaxation, and free ice cream. Decorate your own plant pot, plant a seed, and…

March 28 @ 12:30 p.m. – Yoga and Meditation!

The Bishop Way and GoYoga Delaware are hosting a yoga and meditation event on Saturday, March 28, at 1 p.m. We will meet at the HWCC atrium at 12:30 p.m. and walk over as a group. The class will be…

Become the Newest Alumni Board Member

The Graduating Student Class Director on the Ohio Wesleyan Alumni Board is the perfect opportunity to positively impact Ohio Wesleyan alongside a group of dedicated alumni committed to enhancing the Bishop experience. Start your journey as one of the newest…

🌟Working Career Lab Today: Med School / Health

🩺 Health & Med School Pathways Workshop Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 12-1 p.m. Science Center 167 Explore routes into medical school and other health-focused graduate programs. Learn what admissions committees look for, review requirements, and get tips to strengthen…

March 27 @ 6 p.m. – TDOV Pool Party!

Join us at Meek Aquatics Center for an evening of swimming and celebrating everyone’s bodies! From 6-7:30 p.m., mingle with your trans siblings and friends in the water, or sit and party with our TDOV playlist! There will be pizza,…

March 27 @ 2 p.m. – Honors Peer Mentoring

Do you have questions about your honors schedule? Come to Honors Peer Mentoring on Friday, March 27, at 2 p.m. in the Honors Board Lounge in Slocum Hall. Drop in anytime between 2 and 4 p.m. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Honors…

Faculty/Staff News & Events

Professor Emeritus Dick Smith Passes Away

We are sad to report that Richard “Dick” Williams Smith, Ph.D., a 36-year Ohio Wesleyan professor of history, passed away on July 1, 2025. He was 101. Complete obituary information is available online, and in it, his family shares: Dr.…

Print Services Closed June 30-July 11

Please note: Print Services (NOT Mail Services) will be closed June 30 through July 11. Thank you! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Print Services Contact: Marilyn Stephens at printservices@owu.edu

Professor Emeritus Bernie Murchland Passes Away

We are sad to report that Bernard “Bernie” Murchland, Ph.D., a 37-year Ohio Wesleyan professor of philosophy, passed away on June 24, 2025, at Willow Brook Christian Village in Delaware. He was 96. Bernie joined the OWU Department of Philosophy…

University Classifieds

Feb. 26 @ 11 a.m. – Griffey’s Book Emporium Returns!

Griffey’s Book Emporium is returning to Ham-Wil on Feb. 26 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.! Griffey’s Book Emporium is a charming and unique bookstore that prides itself on offering a diverse selection of used, rare, local, and indie books.…

Found Earbud

A black Soundcore earbud was found outside of Phillips Hall. Please contact Sarah Brook at 740-368-3111 or via email at slbrook@owu.edu if this is yours. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Phillips Hall Contact: Sarah Brook at slbrook@owu.edu

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