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Campuswide News & Events
Bishops for Bishops Ends Today!
We’re in the final quarter of Bishops for Bishops 2025, but we’re not done yet! Bishops for Bishops is OWU’s annual Athletics giving campaign, raising support for our 24 varsity teams. As we inch closer to the final buzzer, we…
April 12 – Reading Room Closed for Admission Event
The Slocum Hall Reading Room will be closed from 10-11:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 12, for an Admission Office event. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Admission Office Contact: Julie Weller at jkweller@owu.edu
Psychology Department Speaker Mitch Prinstein RESCHEDULED for April 16
Mitch Prinstein’s talk (Towards a New Approach to Address the Long-Standing Youth Mental Health Crisis) is RESCHEDULED for next Wednesday, April 16 at 4 pm. Location TBD. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Psychology Contact: Vicki DiLillo at vgdilill@owu.edu
April 10 – Book Signing & Meet the Author Event with Eric Buer ’88
Book Signing and Meet the Author Event: We are excited to welcome Ohio Wesleyan alum Eric Buer ’88 to campus. Colonel Eric “Ferris” Buer, USMC (Ret) is a businessman, entrepreneur, military veteran, and author of the #1 Amazon bestseller, Ghosts of Baghdad,…
April 13 @ 3 p.m.- OWU Composition Recital
Ohio Wesleyan composition featuring students of OWU lecturer EunSeok Park, DMA, in Jemison Auditorium inside Sanborn Hall, 23 Elizabeth St., Delaware. Admission is free OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Performing Arts Department Contact: Frank Chiou at musicd@owu.edu
TODAY @ 4:15 p.m. – Poetry Reading & Conversation with Aza Pace & Julia Kolchinsky
The Department of English and the Ruth Davies Lecture Series welcome a Poetry Reading & Conversation with Aza Pace and Julia Kolchinsky TODAY from 4:15-5:15 p.m. in the Milligan Room of Slocum Hall. Aza Pace is the author of Her Terrible Splendor, winner…
OWU Connection News & Events
Sept. 26 @ 3 p.m. – LBV Lecture Series with Marius Smit, Founder of Plastic Whale
Join impact entrepreneur Marius Smit during the OWU Connection Conference as he shares his extraordinary journey from a solo dreamer to the founder of Plastic Whale, a thriving social enterprise that’s turning plastic waste into powerful change. Thursday, Sept. 26…
Connection Conference – View the Schedule
The Connection Conference schedule is live! Check it out and start mapping out what sessions you plan to attend! There is also a pdf print version as well. Please email connect@owu.edu if you have any questions or see something in the schedule…
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…
Student News & Events
Last Day to Withdraw from Full-Semester Courses (Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025)
Tuesday, Oct. 28, is the Withdrawal deadline for full-semester courses. Withdrawing from a course is an option when you are certain you are no longer in a position to pass. Questions to Consider Before Withdrawing: Have you talked with your professor and advisor about…
Oct. 22 – Fall for English @ 4 p.m. in Sturges 009
Come paint pumpkins, enjoy some food, & get to know the English Department and spring semester classes! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: English Student Board Contact: Anna Condo at amcondo@owu.edu
TODAY @ Noon – Colors and Candles Diwali Celebration!
Come celebrate Diwali: The Festival of Lights today from 12-2 p.m. in the Merrick lobby. We will have coloring activities, henna, and traditional baked goods! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: CDO Office Contact: Andrew Inamdar at cdo@owu.edu
Now Hiring at The 1842
Looking for a job for the Spring term. Be the first students to work for The 1842. The 1842 is looking for student workers for several different positions; including hosts, floor associates, and host/floor leads. The 1842 is the central…
CNX 100: Study Abroad Survey with Link 😀 (Please)
Our Group in Dr. Bailey’s CNX 100 class is studying the reasons that influence a student’s choice to study abroad. If you’re a student and 18 years or older, please consider completing our quick survey available at this Survey Link.…
Oct. 25 @ 7 p.m. – Jollof Wars
🔥 You’re invited to Jollof Wars! 🔥 Join us on Oct. 25 from 7-9 p.m. in the Stuy Milligan Hub for a night of food, fun, and friendly competition! Come taste and judge different versions of West Africa’s famous jollof rice as…
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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