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Campuswide News & Events
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…
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…
OWU Connection News & Events
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…
Today @ 7:30 p.m. – Join Us for the 2025 Economic Outlook Conference!
Are you interested in the future of the global, national, and regional economies? Join us today, Jan. 28, for the 2025 Economic Outlook Conference! Three experts will share their forecasts for these economies during the annual conference organized by The…
Jan. 30 @ 1 p.m. – Stratford Ecological Center Info Session
Are you looking for a summer job that includes outdoor work and nature education? Come learn about the summer opportunities with Stratford Ecological Center! Joining us will be Laura Underwood, Environmental Educator, for an information session. Register on Handshake for updates and…
Beginning Jan. 29 – Harness the Power of YOU!
Harness the Power of YOU is a 5-week career exploration program — 5 Wednesdays, Jan. 29-Feb. 26, noon-1 p.m. in Slocum 201, lunch included. Looking to reduce your stress in deciding what major to choose or change to? Interested in…
Summer Food Studies Course in Italy (Deadline Feb. 1)!
Join OWU Professor Chris Fink this summer in sunny Italy to study and experience first-hand, the Italian Mediterranean diet. The Umbra Institute in Perugia, Italy hosts the 5-week program. In this course, you will examine the history of the Mediterranean Diet, how…
Student News & Events
March 26 @ 7 p.m. – The Iran War: What’s happening and why?
Do you have questions about the US-Iran conflict and what it means for all of us? Join the College Dems of OWU for an open discussion on the Iran War. The main topics of discussion will be: what’s happening, why…
March 26 @ 7 p.m. – Spanish Movie Night!
Spanish Language and Cultures Club will be hosting a movie night screening of “Coco” in the Crider Room in HWCC! Snacks, hot chocolate, and horchata will be provided. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Spanish Language and Cultures Club Contact: Jocelyn Dolence at…
Consider a 2026-27 Internship with University Advancement!
Join our Team! University Advancement is hiring StAP and Legacy interns for 2026-27! The deadline to apply is March 29. Review detailed internship descriptions HERE. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: University Advancement Contact: Nancy Rutkowski at nbrutkow@owu.edu
March 31 @ 4:30 p.m. – 988 Information Session
Ever heard of 988? Whether you’re familiar with the number or thought this was a typo for 911, join the 988 Information Session hosted by Gillian Murray ’26 and the Psychology Student Board to learn more about the national suicide…
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…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
No Accounts Payable Check Run Next Week
Due to the Juneteenth holiday, there will be no Accounts Payable check run the week of June 16. We will do check runs on June 12 and June 26. If you have any questions, please contact us at accountspayable@owu.edu or x3360.…
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…
University Classifieds
Jan. 15 deadline! Boardman Arts Park Seeks Submissions for ‘Diversity in Delaware’ Photo Exhibition
The OWU community is invited to submit photos for consideration for Boardman Arts Park’s juried “Diversity in Delaware” exhibition. The deadline to submit is 8 p.m. Jan. 15. For complete guidelines and submission deadlines, visit Please note: Attending OWU…
Free Toyota C-HR OEM Winter Mats and Truck Shade
I have a complete set of OEM Winter Floor Mats and a truck privacy shade that I would like to give away for free to someone who has a Toyota C-HR (any year, all models). Please let me know if…
Trying To Find A Gift For The Holiday And A Holiday Deal? Look No Further!
Hi all! In addition to the custom-made rings I make, I am currently in the process of creating Christmas and Winter-themed rings! 🙂 These are a perfect gift for family and friends interested in jewelry and the winter holidays! These…
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