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Campuswide News & Events
Nov. 3 – Last Day to Withdraw from Full-Semester Courses
Tuesday, Nov. 3, is the last day to Withdraw from 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…
Oct. 29 @ 6 p.m. – Bob Ross at the Ross!
Join SLAM (Student Led Arts Movement) on Oct. 29 at 6 p.m. at the Ross Art Museum for a night of painting as we follow along to a Bob Ross tutorial! Costumes are encouraged! Snacks and materials will be provided.…
Oct. 27 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar with Sophia Holupka ’24
Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Sophia Holupka ’24, Aquatic Ecology Laboratory, Department of Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology, The Ohio State University “Seasonal differences in Silver Carp Hypophthalmichthys molitrix residency between tributary and mainstem habitats…
Oct. 28 – Spencer Lecture on Sinners by Dr. Comorau
Seeking something fun (yet academic) for the spooky season? Join us for the English Department’s 2026 Spencer Lecture: “For to Banish Ghosts and Goblins: Irish Vampires and Racial Ambivalence in Ryan Coogler’s Sinners.” Why Sinners? Why Vampires? Come find out…
🚀 Today – Join Us for a Defining Moment at OWU!
A message from President vandenBerg: Universities rarely reach a moment when their history, momentum, and ambition converge. For Ohio Wesleyan, Friday, Oct. 23, marks just such a moment. At noon that day, we will gather for lunch on the Rock…
Hat, Glove, & Sock Drive
This week during the noon hour, the Chi Phi Fraternity will be tabling at Hamilton-Williams Campus Center to collect donations of socks, hats, and gloves. These items will be donated to the Common Ground Free Store in Delaware, which provides…
OWU Connection News & Events
FREE LinkedIn Headshots: Wednesday, Oct. 14
Is your LinkedIn profile photo due for a refresh? Level up your professional presence with a FREE headshot session sponsored by Career Connection! Quick & Easy: Drop in Wednesday, Oct. 14, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. – the shoot…
Tomorrow! Unscripted: Boost Your Networking Skills Through Improv
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 13 / Time: 12-1 p.m. / Place: Crider Lounge / Bonus: Lunch included Register HERE Why attend? Improv is about thinking on your feet and making conversation in the moment – which is exactly what you do…
Today – Speed Mock Interview Event
Hoping to land an internship, summer job, or full-time position? Today’s Speed Mock Interview event is your chance to build confidence and sharpen your interview skills — with real feedback from 20+ employers across a wide range of industries! Date:…
Oct. 15 – Starting a Side Hustle in Ohio
Thursday, Oct. 15 | R.W. Corns, 312 | 12-1 p.m. | FREE Lunch! | Learn the basics of setting up a side hustle in Ohio, including choosing a business structure, registering for sales tax, obtaining an EIN, and understanding the…
TLC Travel-Learning Courses: Deadline Oct. 1
✈️ Visit the TLC website for information about applying to a course before the deadline Oct. 1. Learn about it in the classroom. Experience it in the real world! Questions? Email international@owu.edu or stop by the IOCP office (Slocum 311).…
✔️Last Days! i-Qubed Voting Extended Through Friday!
Which professors do you want to hear present 3-minute lectures at Ohio Wesleyan’s upcoming i³ (i-Qubed) event? Vote online today through Friday, Oct. 2! The top vote-getters will present Feb. 25, 2027, at the spring Connection Conference. Each i³ lecture is…
Student News & Events
Your Panhellenic Journey Starts Here!
Your OWU experience is what you make of it! Take the time to find all that OWU has to offer. A perfect stop on your journey could be Greek Life! Sorority life is about more than friendships. It’s an opportunity…
How Does World Politics Affect College Students’ Academic and Social Lives?
Are you a college student at Ohio Wesleyan University and interested in international politics? We are conducting a research survey for a course project in CNX 100 to explore how worldwide political climates impact students’ academic and social experiences on…
Election Day Watch Party
Join OWU College Democrats today at 7 p.m. in the Benes Rooms for a midterm election watch party! Follow the election results while playing board games, catching up on homework, and mingling with other students. Everyone is welcome! OWU Sponsor:…
VIVA: Día de los Muertos
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with VIVA! This Mexican holiday welcomes back the souls of deceased relatives for a reunion filled with food, drinks, and celebration. Join us in the Stuy Milligan Hub on Sunday, Nov. 8, from 4:30 to…
Board Game Night – Thursday, Nov. 5, @ 8-10 p.m.
Stop by The Lounge of The 1842 to meet up with friends or make some new ones while playing some fun boards games with your late night meal. We have a wide selection of games to choose from. Board games…
Help CNX 100 Students by Completing our Survey!
ALL first-year students are encouraged to participate, even those who did not go to Camp OWU. Attention all first-year students! Students from Dr. Bailey’s CNX 100 class are conducting a research study on the effect Camp OWU has on a…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Designing Meaningful and Effective Writing Assignments, This Wednesday!
Sign up today to join colleagues and student tutors on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 12 p.m. in Elliott 101 for a hands-on workshop on designing effective writing assignments using the TILT framework. Lunch is provided. Please bring a current or…
Submit Proposals for Fall TLI Grants by Oct. 22
Don’t forget – submit your Teaching, Learning, and Innovation (TLI) Grant proposal by Oct. 22 at 11:59 p.m. We especially want to invite new applicants to consider how this grant could further your professional development goals. Here are some ideas…
Oct. 12 @ Noon – Faculty/Staff Bible Study
The Chaplain’s Office is continuing its once-a-month Bible study for interested OWU faculty and staff. We’ll be meeting in Peale Chapel at noon on the following Mondays: Oct. 12, Nov. 9, and Dec. 7. This semester, we’ll be exploring the…
University Classifieds
Say ‘Congratulations’ to Bob Beneke!
Congratulations to Bob Beneke, boiler operator/controls technician for OWU Facilities, for winning the Hartford Fair Figure 8 Demo Derby this week. After winning his first heat, Bob advanced to the feature race and was first to cross the finish line…
Final Markdowns on Clearance at the OWU Bookstore! $1-$5
Final markdowns have been taken on clearance merchandise! Most items are between $1 and $5! Sizes are limited and available only while supplies last. Look for the orange stickers. Stock up on OWU merch at these unbeatable prices. OWU Sponsoring…
June 17 – Strand Theatre to Host Book Signing & Panel Discussion on ‘America’s Hometown Theaters’
The Strand Theatre will host a special evening June 17, celebrating the launch of the book “America’s Hometown Theaters: Please Remain Standing,” an exploration of the importance and architectural legacy of hometown theaters. Tickets are $10 for everyone for the…
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