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Campuswide News & Events
Thanksgiving Break Hours for OWU Athletics Facilities
Please use this link to view fall break hours for OWU’s athletics facilities. Thank you and have a great break! Office: Department of Athletics. Contact: Abby Turner @ amstoner@owu.edu
Dec. 1-5 – Children’s Book Drive
Do you have books that aren’t being read? Consider donating them to the Children’s Book Drive! The drive will accept books that are in good condition and suitable for elementary and middle school-aged readers. Donation bins can be found in…
OWU Daily Thanksgiving Break Publication Schedule
Have a wonderful break! The OWU Daily will publish Monday, Nov. 24, and then be on break until Monday, Dec. 1. (If you’ve previously chosen a date on which the Daily won’t publish, we’ll try to reassign the date for…
Student-Curated Pop-Up Shows Begin!
Come check out our Student-Curated, Pop-Up Shows on Nov. 20 and Dec. 4! Featuring artwork from the Ross Art Museum, the shows were developed by students enrolled in Art 492: Exhibition Practice. Nov. 20: 1-3 p.m., HWCC and 6:30-8:30 p.m.…
💲2026 State of Ohio Minimum Wage💲
2026 State of Ohio Minimum Wage Effective Jan 1, 2026: Minimum wage increases to $11.00 Any student employee earning below $11.00/hour will automatically be adjusted – no action needed from supervisors. More info: 2026 Ohio Minimum Wage Poster (PDF) If you have any…
Ross Art Museum – Closed Nov. 24-Dec. 1 for Thanksgiving Break
The Ross Art Museum will be closed for Thanksgiving break from Monday, Nov. 24, to Monday, Dec. 1 OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
OWU Connection News & Events
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…
Jan. 30 @ 6:30 p.m. – 100 Day Countdown to Graduation + Real Life 101 Kickoff
Seniors – you have 100 days until graduation! This is Career Connection’s featured event to get you ready for life after graduation. It is geared toward graduating seniors and is open to any student graduating in 2025. This event will…
Jan. 24 @ 12:10 p.m. – OWU Advisors: GenEd CX Q&A Session
To All Academic Advisors: Join us via Zoom this Friday, Jan. 24 (12:10-1 p.m.) to learn about advising students through the General Education Connection Experience (GenEd CX) process. We will walk you through the proposal criteria, review procedures, and four-step…
Semester Exchange at Claflin University!
Have you ever imagined what it would be like to spend a semester at an HBCU (Historically Black College/University)? Now you can! One of the many amazing benefits of our new sister school agreement with Claflin University is the opportunity for…
Student News & Events
April 19 @ 2:30 p.m. – An Afternoon of Arepas
Join the Spanish Language and Cultures Club on Sunday, April 19, at 2:30 p.m. in the Stuy Milligan Hub for a fun cooking experience! We will learn how to make arepas, explore the Venezuelan culture, and enjoy eating together. RSVP…
Join Us for Trivia Night Tonight!
Join the Investment Club for a night of trivia tonight, April 15! Food will be provided, and all topics will be covered. When: April 15 @ 6:30 p.m. Where: Benes Rooms Questions? Email aahernandez@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Investment Club Contact:…
Movie Night at The Strand!
The Incredible Film Club will be having a movie night at the Strand this Saturday at 1:15 p.m. to see The Mummy! If you are interested in coming with us, please fill out the linked Google form below, as we…
😍 Today from 12-1 p.m. – Plan for Finals and Win a Prize!
Over the lunch hour from Wednesday, April 15, through Friday, April 17, stop by the Academic Skills Center’s table in the HWCC Atrium to: Grab finals planning supplies Receive individualized planning advice Spin our prize wheel to win a prize!…
April 20 @ 7:30 p.m. – Prayer and Worship Night With Cru
Join Cru for a Prayer and Worship Night on Monday, April 20, at 7:30 p.m. in Crider Lounge! Whether you are strong in faith, exploring faith, or just want to come check it out, all are welcome! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…
Join the Marching Bishops for Fall 2026!
With registration fully open for fall semester, we’d like to invite everyone with an interest to join us on the field with the Marching Bishops this fall! We welcome everyone–while past marching/instrument/color guard experience is a plus, we’ve had members…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
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…
Summer Hours Begin Today Through Aug. 1
Happy summer! Beginning today, OWU’s summer hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. OWU offices are closed Friday, unless they need to remain open for special events and activities. (Please work with your supervisor as needed.) If…
University Classifieds
Homemade Wire-Wrapped Rings Custom Made!
I’m selling homemade wire-wrapped rings that are perfect for blending with your outfits and giving your hand a little bling:) You can have your ring designed with a beaded flower or a stone. Additionally, if you express interest in a…
AirPods Pro FOUND
If you lost your pair of AirPod Pros (purple with Stitch characters case) in Merrick Hall, they have been given to Public Safety. Contact: Mary Grace Duffy at mgduffy@owu.edu
Glass/Metal Necklace Found
A mixed-media necklace of glass and metal was found near the east parking lot of Beeghly Library. Please claim at Mowry Alumni Center. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Mowry Contact: Jules Lapp at jalapp@owu.edu
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