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Campuswide News & Events
Celebrating our Ancient, Medieval & Renaissance Studies AWARD-WINNERS
The Ancient, Medieval & Renaissance Studies Program is pleased to announce the winners of its department awards. The AMRS Writing Competition for 2020 has been awarded to “Mikaela” for the essay, “A Study of Chateau Gaillard. Congratulations! The AMRS Senior…
Senior Award Winners, DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY AND GEOGRAPHY – Congratulations!
The Department of Geology and Geography is pleased to announce that the following graduating seniors are winners of departmental awards: The Robert E. Shanklin Distinguished Scholar in Geography: KAYLA M. ADOLPH The Robert E. Shanklin Distinguished Scholar Award in Geology:…
BOMI Celebrates Award Winners
The Department of Botany and Microbiology joins the rest of the faculty and staff in congratulating all seniors in their accomplishments, and all students for showing perseverance, flexibility, and adaptability this semester. You are all incredible! We offer a special…
Mental Health Pause: When You’re Too Tired for Self Care
It’s the end of the semester, and exams are quickly coming to a close. As a University, we may be finishing papers, projects, or grading. Oftentimes during this busy period, our energy levels are low, and the activities we do…
‘Daily’ Dose of Fun News – Here’s 10 Games to Play by Text
Here’s a fun way to keep in touch with friends and loved ones who aren’t able to make video calls. Enjoy these 10 phone-texting games! (No. 1 sounds intriguing; we’d definitely struggle with No. 5.) And you? –Office of University…
The OWU Historical Collection Wants Your Coronavirus Story
The Coronavirus outbreak has affected nearly every aspect of our daily lives. Global response to the ongoing crisis is transforming the norms by which our nations, regions, and institutions operate. Amidst all of the monumental events taking place, we believe…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
Oct. 28 @ Noon – Squid Games
Day 2 of HOLD Language Week: Come and see how you would fare in HOLD’s own version of Squid Game! Learn about Korean Language and traditional games – will you survive? Noon-2 pm on the JAYwalk! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: House of…
Oct. 29 @ Noon – Come Make Lava Lamps with Chem Board!
All are welcome! Join us in the Science Center atrium on Friday, October 29th at noon for a relaxing craft where we will be making make-shift lava lamps. Bring all your friends and come witness some cool science happen right…
Oct. 29 @ 5pm – Learn more about Domestic Violence
Join SEAL on October 29th @5pm in the Benes Room A to learn more about Domestic Violence. We will be discussing the questions that have been shared on social media for the past month. We will be discussing what domestic…
Winter Intramural Season
The Winter season starts October 26th and finishes on November 18th. We are offering Cornhole/Kan Jam (Wednesday 7-9 pm) inside Edwards Gym and Futsal (Tuesday + Thursday 7-9 pm) also inside Edwards Gym. Registration closes soon! If you have any…
Oct. 28 @ 9pm – Late Night at Smith – Singo & Mocktails!
On Thursday, October 28th join Residential Life for some spooky-themed mocktails and play Singo – bingo, but with songs! We will have mocktails available and you can win prizes for playing any of the different themed Singo rounds. OWU Sponsoring…
Oct. 29 @ 7:30pm – Sea Shanty Shindig
Day 1 of HOLD Language Week Come listen to sea shanties in various languages and learn about musical traditions from around the world! Location: Stuyvesant Hall & Wellness Center, Room Milligan Hub OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: House of Linguistic Diversity Contact:…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Survey – Are You or Were You a Musician? Let Me Know!
After hearing about the musical talents of some of our faculty members at this year’s i-Cubed lecture series, and after hearing several faculty and staff members share their experiences with me conversationally, I decided to make an effort at gathering…
Sept. 27 – Make Your Presentations Powerful, Regardless of Tool
Information Services presents a professional development training Thurs., Sept. 27 at noon on making presentations engaging and impactful, regardless of whether you’re using Apple Keynote, Google Slides, Microsoft PowerPoint or Prezi. Learn tips, styles and best practices on presenting dynamic…
Oct. 17 – Flu Vaccines for OWU Faculty and Staff
On October 17, from 1-3 p.m., flu vaccines will be available for OWU faculty and staff in Benes Room A. Please schedule an appointment using the following link: Walk-ins are also welcome. Please see below for more information about…
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