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Campuswide News & Events
Research Participants Needed!
Dr. Kennard is seeking faculty members and autistic undergraduate students to participate in a study she is conducting on the university classroom experience. All faculty can participate so long as they have some experience with teaching students who are autistic. Undergraduate…
March 23 @ 7 p.m. – Aubrey Gerhardt Senior Recital
Aubrey Gerhardt ’25 presents her senior clarinet recital on Sunday, March 23, at 7 p.m., featuring works by Gershwin, Françaix, Brahms, Kohán, and Sarasate. The performance will be in Jemison Auditorium in Sanborn Hall. Admission is free. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…
March 18-21 @ Noon – SEAL House Project: Raffle for Cancer Wellness Center
For my SEAL house project, I will be tabling in Ham-Wil during the lunch hour (March 18-21) to raise money for Stewart’s Caring Place! Stewart’s is a cancer wellness center. They offer services to cancer patients and their families free…
Participate in Neuroscience Research Study and Get a Chance to Win a $25 Amazon Gift Card!
We are conducting a Cognitive Neuroscience Research Study to examine the use of cognitive control during gameplay. Participants will complete a 1-hour session. We will collect your behavioral responses during the video game to assess cognitive control. If interested, please…
March 20 @ 4:10 p.m. – Women in Genetics with Josie Baker
Join the Genetics Club in SCSC 176 at 4:10 p.m. on Thursday, 3/20, for a Women in Genetics Lecture from Josie Baker. Josie is a genetic counselor and associate clinical professor at The Ohio State University’s comprehensive cancer center. Her…
March 20 @ 7 p.m. – An Ohio Story (Vogel Lecture)
Please join the History Department for the 39th Joseph & Edith Vogel Lecture on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 7 p.m., in Benes Room AB, Hamilton-Williams Campus Center. Michael C. Pierce, Ph.D, Associate Professor from the University of Arkansas, is…
OWU Connection News & Events
Sept. 12 @ Noon – Finance Lunch Chat! Corns 312
Confused? Just declared your major? Graduating soon? Come to the Finance Lunch Chat and learn about majoring in Finance! Thursday, Sept. 12 at 12 p.m. Join us for a session with a student panel discussing their Finance internships and an in-depth discussion…
Sept. 11 – School for Field Studies Abroad Visit (HWCC at Noon)
When you think of study abroad do you imagine yourself immersed in field research, living in a diverse community, and making a difference with the work you do? The School for Field Studies will help you contribute to a legacy of environmental…
Sept. 11 from Noon-1 p.m. – Informational Interviews: Great Conversations to Help You Network and Move Forward
Want to talk with someone in a field of interest but are not quite sure what to ask? Good informational interviews (aka career conversations) can help you gain insights, make decisions, grow your network, and move forward! Consultant, Executive Coach,…
Oct. 1 Deadline for Theory-to-Practice Grant Applications!
Thinking Big about Going Global to Do Good and Get Real? Why not apply for a Theory-to-Practice Grant (TPG)? Submissions are due Oct. 1 at 11:59 p.m. Visit owu.edu/tpg for guidelines and instructions for submission. Questions? Please visit the IOCP office in Slocum…
Take the OWU Strengths Assessment – Gain pivotal information to set yourself up for success!
As you prepare for your OWU journey, a pivotal step to success is knowing your strengths! Please take just 20 minutes to complete the OWU Strengths Assessment. *Note that this will be required as part of your OWU experience, and so…
Sept. 16 @ Noon – Career Fairs: How to Navigate, Approach Employers, and Maximize Your Experience – Co-sponsored with Bishop Elevate!
Nervous about attending the upcoming Career and Grad School Fair? Not quite sure how to navigate it or what to say when you approach employers or grad school reps? New to the whole career fair experience? If you’ve answered YES…
Student News & Events
Sept. 26 – Honors Board Movie Night!
Join the Honors Board for their September event — A movie night in the Stuyvesant Milligan Hub! Come enjoy a showing of K-Pop Demon Hunters at 7-9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, complete with snacks and Korean candy. See you soon!…
Your Privacy, Your Rights: Understanding FERPA at OWU
Did you know that as an OWU student, you have control over your own academic records? It’s thanks to a federal law called the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), which protects the privacy of your student information. This…
Join Us Today – Student Support Group
Starting college is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re offering a Student Support Group to offer a casual, supportive space to talk, listen, and connect with other students facing similar experiences—whether it’s stress, homesickness, academics, or adjusting…
June 2026 – Join Potential Nepal Theory-to-Practice Grant Team
Interested in conservation, economics, or rewilding? Join a potential student-led Theory-to-Practice Grant to the Himalayas to study rewilding and wildlife conservation with local partners. Open to all science and business majors. (potential trip would involve strenuous hiking) Contact Cal Klinzing…
Sept. 25 & 26 – Around the Globe Film Festival!
Want to watch more movies from around the world? Join us for OWU’s first-ever Around the Globe Film Fest, showcasing international cinema with two acclaimed films: The Way He Looks (Brazil) – Sept. 25. at 7 p.m. Summer of 85 (France) –…
Nov. 11 – Hearts of Glass Documentary Screening, Free Admission
Strand Theater – Tuesday, 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…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Former Employee Frank Hinchey Passes Away
We are sad to share that former OWU employee Francis “Frank” Hinchey II of Delaware passed away on Oct. 30. He was 82. Frank served the University as a part-time adjunct instructor in the Journalism Department from 2000 to 2008.…
Preservation Parks Invites Delaware County Residents to Complete Community Survey
Preservation Parks is conducting a community survey as part of its strategic planning efforts and invites all Delaware County residents to participate. This survey is a unique opportunity to share your perspectives on the park district’s natural spaces, facilities, amenities,…
Submit to News for OWU Families before the Wednesday, Nov. 27 deadline!
News for OWU Families is accepting posts for the December edition. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by noon on Wednesday, Nov. 27. Please note the change in our regular schedule: Due to the holidays, the…
University Classifieds
Mini Fridge for Sale
Selling a mini fridge for $70 obo, bought for $148. Works perfectly fine, just has a dent on the front left side of the door and scratches on the right side of the fridge that was there when unpackaged from…
Last Chance – Lost & Found in the Science Center
The “Lost & Found” in the Science Center is overflowing with an umbrella, a calculator, ear buds, jackets, miscellaneous jewelry, pottery tools, pencil bag, glasses and many water bottles. Please stop by the Science Office, SC 201 to claim. Any item…
Want to Join the Sagan ARC team as a Tutor in the Fall?
The Sagan Academic Resource Center (ARC) seeks energetic and enthusiastic students interested in making a positive impact on your fellow Bishops! Tutoring support is needed for multiple disciplines/courses including but not limited to the following: General Needs: MATH (background in…
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