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Campuswide News & Events
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…
Artist Talk Today! – Ross Museum @ 6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m., Ardine Nelson Artist Talk – City Center Mall Opened in 1989, City Center Mall enjoyed early success before declining amid increased competition, design limitations, and shifting consumer habits. Nelson’s work speaks to the forces that shape consumer culture…
Today @ Noon! – Rest, Reset, and Reframe!
Stop by Merrick Hall TODAY from 12-1 to express your creativity and design a picture frame! Celebrate Wellness Week with this fun and relaxing craft. OWU Sponsor: Office of Community Wellness Contact: Andrew Inamdar at ajinamdar@owu.edu
OWU Connection News & Events
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…
TPG Theory to Practice Grant Deadline Approaching
✅Check the website for guidelines and instructions for this round of proposals due Oct. 1. Be sure to submit before the deadline; late submissions aren’t accepted. Email tpgrants@owu.edu with any grant-related questions. OWU Sponsor: Ohio Wesleyan University Contact: Andrea Ryan…
Student News & Events
Now Hiring New Bishop Way Peer Educators! Interest Forms Open
Are you interested in becoming a Bishop Way Peer Educator? As a peer educator, you help empower and educate the community to make more informed and responsible decisions through campus events, sharing resources, and partnerships. Help OWU prioritize wellness and…
Help CNX 100 Students With Their Study!
Students of CNX 100 are doing a research study to find how students’ mental wellness is at OWU depending on if you are in-state or out-of-state. A brief survey will ask various questions about mental wellness, experiences, and feelings about…
Nov. 4 @ 6-7:30 p.m. – Cozy Corner: Social Wellness for Introverts
Come to the Smith Steps at 6 p.m. on Nov. 4 to color, learn about your social wellness and setting boundaries, and learn how to get involved in relaxing clubs on campus. This event is hosted by The Bishop Way,…
TODAY, Nov. 2 – Career Exploration: Burnout & Balance
Counseling Services & Career Connections Week 6 Topic: Burnout & Work-Life Balance. Balancing your responsibilities and well-being is key to long-term success. Let’s explore how to recognize burnout and create a sustainable, fulfilling life. This week we will focus on…
Nov. 6 @ 6:30 p.m. – Salsa Dancing at the Ross
This Friday, Nov. 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., join the Spanish Language and Cultures Club (SLACC) and VIVA for Salsa @ the Ross Art Museum! During the event, students will have the opportunity to learn to dance Salsa from an instructor…
Ask a Student: Economics, Business, Finance, & Accounting Registration Help
Need help planning your schedule for next semester? Stop by our table in the HWCC Atrium during lunch. Ask upperclassmen in the Economics and Business Department questions about major and minor requirements, course workloads, department rules, and scheduling tips. Students…
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
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…
Camera Film Lost and Found @ Ross Museum
Did you accidentally leave a Tupperware container of camera film rolls at the Ross Art Museum during the April 11 Student Show/Rod Bouc Reception? We have it! Please email ramuseum@owu.edu to arrange its return. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth…
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