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Campuswide News & Events
Campus Operations Notification: By 10 p.m. Today, Remove Cars from HWCC Lower Tier Parking Lot
From March 27-29, Ohio Wesleyan will host the second Melvin Van Peebles Symposium to celebrate Black arts and culture. To accommodate our guests, we will close the lower tier of the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center parking lot on Thursday and both…
April 2 @ Noon – The Love Bus Comes to the Tree House
The ENVS Department, Fine Arts, DEI Council, and The Upcycling Center at OWU all present: The Love Bus: Beauty and Waste in the Face of Climate Crisis Wednesday, April 2, from noon to 2 p.m. in front of the Tree…
March 27 & 28 – Free Movie Screening, Arts Performance for Melvin Van Peebles Symposium
Didn’t buy a ticket for the Melvin Van Peebles Symposium? You’re still invited to attend these events as we remember OWU alum Van Peebles ’53 and celebrate Black arts and culture: 6:15-7:30 p.m. Friday – Fork in Nigeria food truck.…
April 10 @ 5:30 p.m. – Passover Sedar
What is Passover? Passover (also called Pesach) is a Jewish holiday celebrating the Exodus (liberation) of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. Passover is often celebrated with great pomp and ceremony, especially on the first night, when a special meal…
March 26 @ 4 p.m. – Seeing and Being Scene: Modalities in Performance by Artist Xiouping
Wednesday, March 26, at 4 p.m. in Corns 312: In this lecture (talk), “Seeing and Being Scene: Modalities in Performance,” xiouping will investigate the reciprocal dynamics of performance, documentation, and spectatorship—how performance is not only something that is seen but…
Campus Operations Notification: Upcoming HWCC Parking Lot Closures
From March 27-29, Ohio Wesleyan will host the second Melvin Van Peebles Symposium to celebrate Black art and culture. To accommodate our guests, we will close the lower tier of the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center parking lot on Thursday and both…
OWU Connection News & Events
The Connection Conference is This Week!
Think Big. Do Good. Go Global. Get Real. Taking place on Thursday, Sept. 26, the conference will offer dozens of different sessions for students interested in any pathway. All participants will see and hear how students have researched big questions,…
Sept. 25 @ 6 p.m. – R&D Isn’t for Me
Join the STEM & Pre-Health Career Catalyst for a discussion and activities exploring career paths that don’t include research and development! This event is attendance-based so please Register Today! What: R&D Isn’t for Me When: Wednesday, Sept. 25 Time: 6…
Join the Peer-to-Peer Conversations at the Connection Conference
Excited to practice your skills in constructive dialogue? These sessions are only open to students who have completed the Beginner Level of the Perspectives online course, but don’t worry! There’s no test! The Connection Conference is taking place on Thursday,…
The Countdown to Connection is On!
One week out from the annual OWU Connection Conference! You heard that right, the Fall Conference will take place in just one week on Thursday, Sept. 26! We hope you will join us for a day of instruction, focusing on…
Sept. 20 – School for International Training (SIT) Visit
Do you want to tackle the most critical issues of the world today in a global context? When you think about studying abroad is it more than just sightseeing? Then check out the School for International Training (SIT). SIT Study…
Sept. 26 – Discover Spring Travel Learning Courses
Interested in Travel Learning Courses? Learn everything you need to know about our TLC program, including the nuts and bolts of the application process, at the annual OWU Connection Conference. Taking place on Thursday, September 26, hear directly from the…
Student News & Events
Education Information Session This FRIDAY!
Are you interested in education majors or minors at OWU? Come find out more and get all your questions answered this Friday, Oct. 17 from 12-1 p.m. in Edgar 128! We’ll have snacks! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Education Department Contact: Sarah…
Oct. 18 from 7-9 p.m. – Neon DZ Dodgeball in Edwards Gym
Join DZ members in Edwards Gym as they host a Dodgeball tournament to raise funds for one of the following: Starkey Hearing Foundation, Seriousfun Network, and American Society for Deaf Children! Cost is $20 to participate for non-Greek organizations and…
NAFME’s (Almost) Famous Quesadilla Fundraiser – Oct. 25, 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
NAfME’s (Almost) Famous Quesadilla Night and Fundraiser is back and better than ever before. We are bringing back the cheese, chicken, and gluten-free quesadillas, as well as now offering a vegan cheese option! They will come with sides of sour…
Order a WinS Sweatshirt Today! (Sales End Wednesday)
The OWU Women in STEM (WinS) club is proud to announce that we are selling one-of-a-kind Women in STEM sweatshirts, made by WinS’ own executive board! These sweatshirts serve as a reminder that STEM is a place for all to…
Oct. 21 @ 4:30 p.m. – Samhain Festival
With the support of the ENVS department, Philosophy/Religion department and History department, Lehner’s Pumpkin Farm and Hoover Instrument Service… The Kitchen, Creative Arts and Interfaith Houses are coming together to host a Samhain Festival – a Celtic tradition that celebrates…
Spooky SINGO
Looking for something fun to do Halloween night? Join us in Smith Dining Hall on Oct. 31 for a chance to win fun prizes. Be sure to come ready to show-off your creative Halloween costumes! The time is TBD! OWU…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Dec. 5 @ 10 a.m. – Medicare 101: Understanding Medicare – Virtual Session with RetireMed
Join us to discover who RetireMed is and who they can help. Medicare is complicated, RetireMed can simplify it. RetireMed has prepared the following agenda: Introducing RetireMed Medicare Basics Working Past Age 65 OWU Coverage vs. Medicare Retiring Before Age…
Dec. 4 @ Noon – Final Market Position Town Hall TODAY
We hope you’ll join us today for the final town hall about market position from noon – 1 p.m. in the HWCC Benes Rooms. Feel free to bring your lunch. We will provide snacks, fruit, beverages, and some sweet treats. OWU…
Dec. 6 @ Noon – Understanding Your Benefits – Virtual Session
Are you new to OWU benefits, or curious how the High Deductible plan with the HSA plan works? Join our Virtual Learning Session titled “Understanding your Benefits” from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6. Attend this session to…
University Classifieds
Incoming Student Seeking Personal Care Assistants, Pay Up to $18/Hour
Hi! My name is Gabriel Eberhard, and I am an entering freshman at Ohio Wesleyan this fall. I am looking for a few students to share the job of helping me with daily living activities, as I am in a…
Students – Join Annual Giving This Fall Through Two Internship Opportunities
The Office of Annual Giving has two internships available this fall for students interested in engaging with a variety of populations including students, alumni, and donors. Our Student Philanthropy Intern works with the full Annual Giving team to raise student awareness…
OWU Discount Available for Columbus Performance of Cirque du Soleil’s Corteo
Use this link for a 20% OWU discount for tickets to the June 22-25 performances of Cirque du Soleil’s Corteo at the Schottenstein Center. “Come upon a place where a nostalgic clown somewhere dreams about his funeral, and looks back…
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