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Campuswide News & Events
Nov. 12 – STEM & Spirituality Panel/Q&A ft. OWU Professors
Join the Interfaith SLU in a panel discussing the intersection between STEM & Spirituality. The panel features professors Dr. Andrea Suria of OWU Biological Sciences, Ms. Michelle Storms of OWU Physics, and OWU Chaplain Dr. Chad Johns! Submit Questions for…
Nov. 13 @ 8 p.m. – Park Avenue Jazz Ensemble!
Come to the Park Avenue Jazz Ensemble on Nov. 13 at 8 p.m. to hear Latin, Funk, Blues, and all kinds of Jazz genres live under the direction of Kevin Turner! The concert is in Gray Chapel and admission is…
Today, Nov. 11 – Hearts of Glass Documentary Screening, Free Admission
Strand Theater — today, Nov. 11, at 6:30 p.m. — Free Admission. Hearts of Glass follows the tumultuous first 15 months of operation of Vertical Harvest (VH), a multi-story, state-of-the-art hydroponic greenhouse that grows crops while providing meaningful, competitively paid…
Nov. 13 – Ukulele Concert in Jemison
Music 239 students will be performing a concert in Jemison Auditorium on Thursday, Nov. 13, at 6 p.m. Students in the course have spent the semester learning how to play ukulele, writing their own music, and learning to read music.…
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…
OWU Connection News & Events
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…
Career Connection – NEW Spring Semester Drop-in Hours
Hello, Bishops! Starting this semester, the Career Connection Office’s new Drop-In Hours are Monday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. You can still find us in Slocum 207 during these times. Drop-In Hours are a great opportunity to…
Feb. 6 @ 12 p.m. – What Can LinkedIn Do For You?
Ready to Level Up Your LinkedIn Game? Are you looking to create or enhance your LinkedIn profile? Want hands-on guidance to improve it in real-time? Curious about how to use LinkedIn effectively for networking and building meaningful connections? Join alumni experts Newton…
Feb. 4 @ 12 p.m. – Nerdy Approach to Job Seeking
Embark on an epic quest to redefine the job search! This workshop transforms the stress of career exploration into an adventure, drawing inspiration from beloved fandoms like Dungeons and Dragons, Harry Potter, and Lord of the Rings. Channel your inner…
Jan. 31 – FREE Professional LinkedIn Headshots, 3rd Floor Slocum
Register on Handshake to get your professional LinkedIn Headshot taken for FREE from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Slocum Hall. This come-and-go event takes no longer than 15 minutes, depending on the line. Dress: Business Casual. Co-sponsored by Bishop Elevate and…
Student News & Events
March 26 – Deadline to Run for WCSA (Student Government) Office!
Information about WCSA, the election process,and the intent-to-run forms for each position (due by March 26 at 11:59 p.m.) can be found HERE on the WCSA Election website. The student body will vote for individuals running for the following positions on…
Academic Skills Center Accountability & Study Hour Thursdays 2-3 p.m.
Feeling overwhelmed by class work? Can’t find a space to focus? Come join us in the Sagan ARC (HWCC Room 324) every Thursday from 2-3 p.m., for our walk-in Accountability and Study Hour! We will have one of our Academic…
Caps and Gowns Have Arrived at the OWU Bookstore!
For those graduating this spring, regalia have arrived at the OWU bookstore. You can purchase your cap, gown, and tassel now during regular bookstore hours or on owucampusstore.com. They will also be available at the Countdown to Commencement event on…
Apply for a Fall Leadership Experience
Leadership is more than just a title—it’s a practice. The Nancy Bihl Rutkowski Leadership Fellowship brings together a cohort of OWU students ready to dive into the “why” and “how” of making an impact. The Nancy Bihl Rutkowski Leadership Fellowship…
Business Law and the Workplace: Guest Speaker-Professor Luann Snyder
Join the HR Club on Monday, April 6, from 12-1 p.m. in R.W. Corns Room 209 for a guest speaker event featuring Professor Luann Snyder, part-time Business Law professor. Professor Snyder will discuss how business law influences human resources, including…
March 26 – Student Chill Night: Air-Dry Clay
Students, come to the Ross Art Museum this Thursday at 6:30 p.m. to get creative with air-dry clay and enjoy some snacks. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Former Staff Member Kathy Earls Passes Away
We are sad to share that former OWU staff member Kathryn “Kathy” Earls passed away May 22 following a four-year battle with breast cancer. She was 59. A Columbus resident, Kathy worked as the administrative assistant for University Advancement and…
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…
University Classifieds
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…
Direct Care Opportunity in Delaware for Pre-Med/Pre-Nursing Students
Are you a pre-med or pre-nursing student looking for an opportunity to get direct healthcare experience while helping a local family in need? I am looking for a responsible student willing to assist a local man with his in-home dialysis…
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