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Campuswide News & Events

Dec. 11 @ 8:30 a.m.- CNX 100 Class Book Conference

Come explore classic books as they’ve been reimagined by CNX 100 students for the 21st century. Walk through the Atrium, stop at each table, and explore the creativity and ideas behind every project. Join Dr. Kennard and Dr. Mack’s classes…

Public Safety Advisory – Keep Warm, Bishops!

Here are some keep-warm tips from the OWU Student Health Center and Public Safety, and information from weathersafety.ohio.gov. How to Dress During Cold Weather Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing. Trapped air between the layers will insulate the body. Outer…

Congratulations, OWU Women’s Basketball!

The 23rd/24th-ranked Ohio Wesleyan University women’s basketball team hit the road on Wednesday night to begin North Coast Athletic Conference play against 10th/7th-ranked John Carroll. At the end of the night, Ohio Wesleyan walked out of University Heights with a…

Hours for Finals and Semester Break for the Hobson Library

Please visit the library’s website at  for the complete schedule. 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 access. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: University…

OWU Daily Winter Break Publication Schedule

Happy Holidays! The OWU Daily will be published daily through Monday, Dec. 15 to help you share your news. It will publish again Jan. 5 and return to daily publication Jan. 12. How Do I Submit Information to the OWU…

OWU Connection News & Events

TODAY @ Noon – Pitch OWU and Big Program Challenge Workshop

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! 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 –…

Student News & Events

Plain White T’s Coming to OWU 🎶

Join us for Live@OWU on April 28 on Williams Drive! Doors open at 7 p.m., DJ Lady Libra opens the show at 7:30 p.m., and Plain White T’s takes the stage at 8:30 p.m. Plain White T’s Live@OWU is free…

TODAY – 🍹🎨 VIVA Sip ‘n’ Paint

Enjoy the warm weather with us as we make some refreshing mocktails and paint your pick of canvases, tote bags, or hats! Feel free to bring a blanket to sit on, as we will be outside La Casa. OWU Sponsoring…

Passionate About the Environment and Making a Difference at OWU?

An environmental science degree can lead to impactful careers focused on sustainability, conservation, and solving real-world challenges. Here are a few career paths our alumni have taken: Alena Arnold ’23 – Forestry Technician at the US Forest Service Selby Majewski…

April 25 – Campus-Wide Bucket Golf Sign-Ups

Reslife will be hosting a campus-wide golf outing using our fun set of bucket golf! Grab some friends and join us for a day on the (campus) course! Sign up here!  Location: 15 Williams Dr. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Reslife Contact:…

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

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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