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Campuswide News & Events
Nov. 12 @ 7 p.m. – Hispanic Film Festival Continues
Join us this Wednesday, Nov. 12, from 7-9 p.m. in Corns 312 for the third film of the Hispanic Film Festival, La Suprema (Colombia, 2023). Stick around after the film, director Felipe Holguin will join us for a Q&A via…
Central Receiving Closed for Holiday and Winter Break
With the upcoming holidays and breaks, please take note of our hours of operation to help plan your orders accordingly: Thanksgiving Break: Closed Nov. 26-28, 2025 Winter Break: Closed Dec. 18, 2025 – Jan. 4, 2026 We wish you all…
Nov. 10 @ 6 p.m. – Better Together Dinner
Join a dinner where students from different faiths or worldviews can share their stories, values, and questions through guided discussion. The evening will focus on listening, respect, and finding common ground. Location and time: Faculty and Staff Dining Room in…
Nov. 13 from 6-8 p.m. – Reflections on Nature Reception
The Ross Art Museum is holding a reception to celebrate the work of ENG226, the Nature Writing Class, with the display of their nature journals in conjunction with the museum’s curatorial theme: reflections on the land and environment. Join us…
Nov. 14 @ 5:30-7:30 p.m. – Odd//Even Upper-Level Photography Show
The upper-level photography students are putting on a one-night-only pop-up show featuring their work as well as a collaborative response to the prompt: Odd This event will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14 at Edgar Hall, 2nd Floor.…
Staff Halloween Costume Contest Results
Thank you for voting on Monday for the Staff Halloween Costume Contest! The winner of the 2025 campus-wide Halloween costume contest, with a total of 36.7% of all votes is… The Reading Rainbow Team from Library Services! The runner-up was…
OWU Connection News & Events
The Required OWU Connection Experience: Info Session Feb. 7 for OWU Students
Want to learn how to fulfill your General Education Connection Experience (GenEd CX)? Join us in 201 Slocum this Friday, Feb. 7 (12:10-1 p.m.)! While munching on free pizza, we’ll explain everything you need to know about: The four steps…
TODAY! Summer on the Cuyahoga Internship Info Session
SOTC is an intensive PAID summer internship experience in Cleveland. Typically 5-8 OWU students participate each summer. Why is SOTC great: Over 40 employers (business and non-profit) offer opportunities for students in a wide variety of majors. HOUSING IS FREE…
Feb. 6 @ 11:30 a.m. – Career Connection Employer Spotlight
Career Opportunity Alert! Looking to kickstart your career or land a killer internship? Don’t miss the Employer Spotlight happening Feb. 16, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the HWCC Atrium! Employers and graduate programs on hand will include:…
Feb. 3-6 – Shape Your Future: Career Coaching Week
The Career Connection Office is thrilled to welcome several outstanding alumni and friends to campus during the week of Feb.3-6, 2025. They will be here to assist you with your career needs, including mock interviews, resume prep, interviewing skills, and…
Feb. 5 @ Noon – 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 –…
Save the Date! – Spring Connection Conference
Feb. 27, 2025, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – The Spring Connection Conference is one month away! Take this day of instruction to engage in advising and mentorship opportunities to help you make your OWU Connection, connect with employers at…
Student News & Events
March 18 @ 7:30 p.m. – SEAL House Project, Contact Congresspeople!
Come and make your voice heard! Write letters/emails to and call your congresspeople. In case you don’t know your Representative and/or Senators, information will be provided! Let them know what issues you are passionate about. All costs to mail your…
Literary Awards Submissions Open!
The English Department’s annual Literary Awards are open for submission! Enter an original piece of writing for a chance to win $$ and an award! To apply, please ensure you read and follow the guidelines below: Each submission form below…
March 20 @ 6 p.m. – Art Exhibition: Black Star – Merrick
Black Star isn’t just an art exhibition; it’s an experience merging creativity, culture, and visual storytelling through art, photography, and film. The exhibition will take place in Merrick Hall from 6-9 p.m. A solo exhibition by Nana (Class of ’27),…
Last Day to Add or Drop Second Module: March 19
Thinking about changing your schedule? Don’t forget the last day to add or drop second-module courses is Thursday, March 19, at 11:59 p.m. EDT. Before you make any changes, be sure to talk with your Faculty Advisor. Then, if you…
March 18 @ 5 p.m. – First Aid Kit Making
Passionate about volunteering? Join Residential Life on March 18 at the Smith Hall Seminar Room 233 from 5-6 p.m. to help assemble first aid kits and write letters that help spread care to the unhoused. Location: Smith Hall West, Room…
March 22 – Horizons Eid Celebration in Benes
Join us for a special Eid celebration hosted by Horizons in collaboration with Tahueed and funded by WCSA. This student-focused event brings the campus community together to celebrate Eid in a welcoming and inclusive space. Enjoy an evening of cultural…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Open Enrollment Runs Through May 31
OWU Benefit Eligible Employees – The Open Enrollment Portal is OPEN! Reminder that our next benefit plan year is effective for the benefit plan year from July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. There are no changes to benefit providers or plan…
Summer Hours Begin Today Through Aug. 1
Happy summer! Beginning today, OWU’s summer hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. OWU offices are closed Friday, unless they need to remain open for special events and activities. (Please work with your supervisor as needed.) If…
Submit to News for OWU Families by May 30 deadline
We are accepting submissions for the June 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, May 30. New for Families will be on hiatus during July. Submissions for the August…
University Classifieds
Valentine’s Day Earrings for Sale!
Hey, all! I’ve recently come out with earrings for Valentine’s Day, which is coming up sooner than you know it. If you’d like to buy a pair for your s/o, or for yourselves this romantic holiday season, please fill out…
Lost Vehicle Key?
Please contact us if you have recently lost a vehicle key; it may be at our office located in Welch Hall. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Public Safety Contact: Public Safety at psafety@owu.edu
In Search of Study Chair
I am currently in search of a study chair with wheels that is suitable for extended periods of studying. If anyone within the OWU community has a chair meeting these criteria and is willing to provide it for free, it…
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