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Campuswide News & Events
Jan. 18 – Children’s MLK Story and Craft @ the Ross
Join us at the Ross Art Museum this Sunday at 2 p.m. for a Children’s MLK Day story about diversity and make a peace sign craft. All children’s events are free and open to all. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art…
HWCC Upper and Lower Parking Levels to Close for Community Event
On Monday, Jan.19, Ohio Wesleyan University will host the 33rd annual MLK Breakfast Celebration from 9:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. This well-attended community event draws a large crowd of visitors to campus, and to accommodate guests with mobility issues, the…
Today @ 5:30 p.m. – Grand Opening of The 1842
The 1842 is opening its doors on Tuesday, Jan. 13. The opening ceremony starts at 5:30 p.m. with hot chocolate and cookies to follow. The 1842 will be open for late-night food and games following the ceremony. The 1842 hours…
Spring Semester Hours for Hobson Library
Spring semester hours for the Hobson Library can be viewed on the library’s website at Updates or changes to these hours will also be posted to the hours page. Slocum Reading Room is available 24/7 for study and printing…
Protect Yourself and Others During Cold and Flu Season
If you’re sneezing, coughing, aching, and tired, you’re not alone. Reports of Cold and Flu cases have increased in recent weeks. Having a cold or the flu is miserable! But you can treat the symptoms. Cold symptoms tend to get…
New Administrative Assistant to the Provost
Academic Affairs is delighted to announce that Viridiana Leonard has joined Ohio Wesleyan as our new Executive Administrative Assistant to the Provost. Viridiana comes to us with over 14 years of experience in administrative and legal settings. She most recently…
OWU Connection News & Events
Today @ Noon – New York Arts Program Virtual Info Session!
Hop on Zoom today, Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 12 p.m. ET to learn more about the New York Arts Program, a semester-long program in NYC for students interested in creative fields. NYAP is a place to explore your curiosities and…
Welcome to Spring! 🌿
With classes in full swing and your schedule settling in, the spring semester is the perfect time to explore the Career Resource Hub – available 24 Use this time to Discover, Prepare, and Launch your career goals, and set yourself…
Jan. 22 – Resume Workshop from 12-1 p.m.
Participants will learn how to: Structure a clear, professional resume. Write strong bullet points that showcase impact and skills. Tailor a resume for specific jobs or industries. Avoid common resume mistakes. Present experience confidently, even with limited work history, and…
📅 Jan. 15, 2026 – Employer Spotlight
Meet Case Western & People In Need! Start your semester strong at our first Employer Spotlight of 2026! Stop by the HWCC Atrium on Thursday, Jan. 15 (11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.) to connect with Case Western Reserve University’s School of Engineering…
Share Reflections of Your OWU Connection Experience
Did you complete an OWU Connection experience this summer or fall – an internship, study-away program, research experience, or service project – that helped you define your career path, expand your worldview, or change your life in positive and, perhaps,…
Pitch OWU and Big Problem Challenge
Are you interested in entrepreneurship? Do you have a big idea? Calling all OWU Students! Apply for Pitch OWU and Big Problem Challenge, sponsored by The Woltemade Center! If you have an innovative and original idea, you are encouraged to apply…
Student News & Events
Super Bowl Watch Party and More
Stop by The 1842 on Sunday, Feb. 8, for Super Bowl fun. There will be a football keychain/bracelet making station, a photo op wall, popcorn, trivia, and game predictions, where someone will be taking home an NFL JERSEY! Come watch…
🏈 The 1842 @ 6 p.m. – Super Bowl Watch Party
Get ready for the BIG GAME 🏆🏈! Join us on Sunday, Feb. 8, at 6 p.m. at The 1842 for a Super Bowl Watch Party you don’t want to miss. Catch all the action on the big screens 📺, hang out…
Feb. 6 @ Noon – Careers in Neuroscience with Neurds!
Join the Neurds Neuroscience Club on Friday, Feb. 6, from 12-1 p.m. in Merrick 204 for their first meeting of the semester! We will be discussing different careers in neuroscience and hearing from OWU’s own neuroscience professors, Dr. Bailey, Dr.…
Feb. 6 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Super Bowl Smart Bets
Get ready for the Super Bowl with the Bishop Way! Join us in the HWCC Atrium to learn about smart gambling, bust common gambling myths, and get fun football-themed prizes. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Bishop Way Contact: Bishop Way at…
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…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
OWL Presents Stained Glass and Batik Workshops
We’re thrilled to share an inspiring opportunity to tap into your creativity through a stained glass and/or batik workshop, guided by renowned artist Pia Douglas. Offered by the OWL Program at Ohio Wesleyan University, these classes are open to anyone 18 and older—no…
Submit to News for OWU Families by Jan. 9 deadline
News for OWU Families is accepting posts for the January edition. Please submit news for parents/families using this News for OWU Families form by noon on Friday, Jan. 9. The issue will be sent on Wednesday, Jan. 14. Consider submitting information regarding business items for…
Spring Connection Conference – Call for Programming
On Feb. 26, 2026, OWU will transform into an energy-filled, dynamic, student-centered, professional conference setting as we host the OWU Connection Conference. The Connection Conference will feature the Career & Summer Internship Fair, hands-on workshops, advising and mentoring, and OWU…
University Classifieds
Lost and Found – SCSC
Did you lose something in the SCSC building? We have several items in the lost-and-found box located in the SCSC building, Room #201. Some items include clothing, headphones, and water bottles. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: SCSC Contact: Angela Moore at almoore@owu.edu
Lost Item – Tablet in Black Sleeve
I lost an Onyx Boox Note Air 4C recently. It’s a small digital tablet in a black sleeve. The sleeve also had a stylus in the front pocket. If you found it, please contact me at clfink@owu.edu. Thank you! OWU…
Join the Strand Theatre for October’s Films!
On Tuesday nights at 7 p.m., as part of the “Screamin’ with Stephen” (King) Series. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.): Tuesday, Oct. 14: “The Shawshank Redemption” (1994). Before the film, see a scene from the upcoming Arena Fair Theatre’s production…
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