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Campuswide News & Events
UPDATED, Campus Operations Notification: HVAC Work at SCSC to Require Temporary Road, Building Closures
UPDATE: South Henry Street will not be closed on Saturday, Oct. 4, to accommodate HVAC work at Schimmel/Conrades Science Center. Instead, Ohio Wesleyan will follow the timeline below to complete work on the heating and cooling system: Monday-Thursday, Oct. 6-9…
Ross Museum Closed for Show Change
The Ross Art Museum will be closed from Sept. 29 to Oct. 13. Special arrangements for class visits can still be made by emailing ramuseum@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
Oct. 3 @ Noon – Join OWU for Significant Campus News!
Please join President Matt vandenBerg and the OWU Board of Trustees for exciting Ohio Wesleyan news you won’t want to miss! John F. Milligan Library Announcements & Groundbreaking Friday, Oct. 3, at 12 p.m. JAYwalk (in front of the library)…
Sept. 26 – Purple Out and Ice Cream for Anti-Hazing
Wear your get purple for Hazing Awareness Week and receive free ice cream in the Ham-Wil Atrium from 12-1 p.m.! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Student Involvement Office Contact: Paige Orlando at Joping@owu.edu
Campus Operations Notification: Corns Parking Lot to Close Friday Night, Saturday
OWU Facilites is bringing a crane to campus Saturday, Sept. 27, for chiller work at the R.W. Corns Building. To support the project, the parking lot between Corns and the library will close at 10 p.m. Friday night and remain…
Sept. 28 @ 3 p.m. – Dr. Youmee Kim Music Performance in Jemison Auditorium
Experience a world of music — right here on campus! You are invited to an afternoon of rich and varied music, featuring classical and contemporary works from Germany, France, Italy, Argentina, and the United States performed by Dr. Youmee Kim. …
OWU Connection News & Events
Tonight @ 6 p.m. – Social Impact Networking Night
In this new pilot of a signature program, come join professionals, alumni, and local leaders who will come together to provide a curated networking experience! Spend a couple of minutes with each professional, talk with them about their path, and…
Oct. 24 @ 12:15 p.m. – Is Berkshire Hathaway For Me? in Ham-Wil
Interested in learning about a career in Insurance or Risk Management? Want to meet with experts in the field? Then join us for a lunch meeting with Berkshire Hathaway Speciality Insurance and find out whether this career is right for…
Oct. 25 @ Noon – Precision Medicine Alumni Visit
The field of precision diagnosis in medicine has grown exponentially in the last 10 years, and it’s an ever-growing industry that is fascinating. Come learn more about its recent history, recent advances in the reliable field of precision medicine, and…
Real Life 101 Info Sessions Starting This Week!
Seniors: this program is for you! Are you ready to partner with a Professional Mentor & Career Coach and set yourself up for life post-graduation? 100% of students who completed Real Life 101 recommend this program to future Seniors! There was…
Oct. 23 @ 11:30 a.m. – Gap Year Mini-Fair
Join us for the Gap Year Mini-Fair! Are you considering taking a gap year after you graduate from OWU? This is your chance to explore exciting opportunities that can enrich your personal and professional growth! Event Details: Date: Wednesday, Oct.…
Tuesday, Oct. 22 – Demystifying the Path to Grad/Professional School!
Attention Juniors and Seniors: Are you considering grad/professional school after OWU? Are you curious about the admission process and how to make yourself a standout applicant? Are you concerned about how to finance it or find the program that is…
Student News & Events
Romeo and Juliet Dancers Needed!
Hello everyone! My name is Beau, and I’m the stage manager for Romeo and Juliet, a senior capstone production. We’re looking for dancers to be a part of our show! It will only be for one scene, the party scene.…
2026 Spring Art Show – Entries Now Open!
Have you taken an art class here at OWU? Then YOU can enter the annual Spring Art Show! Drop off entries all this week, Monday through Friday, in the Werner Gallery in Edgar Hall. Any artwork created in an OWU…
Feb. 5 @ Noon – Pamplona Study Abroad Info Session
Thinking about studying abroad or majoring/minoring in Spanish? Come learn about OWU in Pamplona, our signature study abroad program at the University of Navarra in Pamplona, Spain 🇪🇸. You’ll hear about Spanish immersion, classes, excursions, and how you can earn…
VIVA Presents Bad Bunny Watch Party 🎶🏈
VIVA invites you to a Bad Bunny Watch Party on Sunday, Feb. 8, at 6:30 p.m. in Smith Stairs 🎉 Come hang out with us for a fun night filled with food and drinks 🍕🥤, games 🎯, and prizes 🎁as we…
APPLY NOW! Spots at SEAL are available for 2026-2027!
Interested in a community of like-minded people focused on service and community engagement? Join SEAL (Service Engagement and Leadership) house for the 2026-2027 school year! We have 5 spots open in the house, and we would love to have you!…
Join The Kitchen for SLUSH Week!
Do you have a passion for food? Welcome to the club! If you are interested in joining others with that same passion, whether it be cooking, eating, nutrition, or anything in between, we would love to have you join our…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Faculty Survey on the OWU Bookstore!
As we work to improve the OWU Bookstore, we ask faculty to please complete a brief survey. This survey asks about your experience with the OWU Bookstore, how you think it can be improved, and your course adoptions. All questions…
March 27 @ 9:30 a.m. – Blackboard Ultra Course Seminar
Blackboard makes it easy to design great courses and assessments. Transitioning to the Ultra Course View requires thoughtful preparation and the right strategies to maximize its benefits, and Anthology product experts are here to outline best practices. This 90-minute session…
Submit to News for OWU Families Monthly Email before the March 28 deadline
We are accepting submissions for the April edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by the deadline, noon on Friday, March 28. For the April edition, please consider submitting annual business items for attention:…
University Classifieds
Found Water Bottle
If you are missing a light blue metal water bottle, please claim in the Psych Suite 052. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Psychology Dept. Contact: Andrea Ryan at psychology@owu.edu
Adopt a Goldfish🐟
Are you looking to add an aquatic friend to your life? Well, you’re in luck! We have some adorable goldfish in need of a new home, and we believe it could be the perfect addition to your space. Before welcoming…
Oct. 8 @ 11 a.m. – Volunteers Needed For Apple Butter Festival at HopeWood Pines
Do you need volunteer hours? HopeWood Pines (Lutheran memorial camp) needs assistance with food preparation and cleanup, car parking, hospitality/welcoming, and possibly some activity hosts. The location is 20 miles from OWU and the address is 2790 State Rte 61,…
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