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Campuswide News & Events
April 27 @ Noon – Sneaker Seekers 1-Year Anniversary Event
Come join us on Sunday, April 27, at noon in the Benes Rooms for a day of all things sneakers! Students, faculty, and staff enter for free; no ticket is required, only an OWU ID! Shop the hottest kicks, clothing, and collectibles…
April 23 @ Noon – Early Denim Day Recognition
This year’s Denim Day is April 30, but The Bishop Way is recognizing it early to fit with our academic schedule. Wear denim and participate in an international movement of solidarity with survivors of sexual violence. Our table will have…
April 24 @ Noon – Library and Arts Arena Town Hall
Please mark your calendars for a Library Complex and Arts Arena town hall meeting from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 24, in the Hobson Library. We will discuss our progress on the schematic design, provide updates on library operations,…
April 23 @ 5:30 p.m. – SAGE House Project “Why The L Comes First!”
Join us for a SAGE house project — “Why The L Comes First – Lesbians, Queer History, and Representation.” There will be a presentation and a Kahoot.it with fun prizes! We will also have snacks and water. April 23 from…
April 25 @ 12:30 p.m. – Join Dr. v. for an Oh-Wow! announcement
Day on the JAY’s Candyland Wonderland will get even sweeter Friday, April 25, when Dr. v. shares some “wow factor” news that will electrify the campus. Join us for the announcement at 12:30 p.m. in front of Beeghly Library. You won’t…
April 23 @ 4:15 p.m. – English Department Ice Cream Social
Join the English Department for our end-of-semester ice cream social on April 23 at 4:15 p.m. on the front lawn of Sturges Hall! We will be inducting new members of the English Honors Society, Sigma Tau Delta. Come celebrate, mingle…
OWU Connection News & Events
Today! – Join Us for Pitch OWU and Woltemade Big Problem Challenge
Join us in Merrick Hall, Room 301 on Tuesday, Feb. 27, for an afternoon of innovation, creativity, and problem-solving. These two events showcase the talent, dedication, and entrepreneurial mindset of OWU students. Whether you are interested in business, social impact,…
TODAY @ 10 a.m. – LBV Lecture: Glenn Entis ’76 – My Creative Journey
February 27, 2025 | 10 a.m. | Slocum Hall, Milligan Room “From Art & Philosophy to Computer Animation, Video Games, AI: My Creative Journey.” Join us for an inspiring talk with Glenn Entis ’76, an Academy Award-winning animation pioneer and…
March 1 – TPG Deadline
The deadline for the spring round of Theory-to-Practice Grant applications is Saturday, March, 1 at 11:59 p.m. You can find a link to the application and guidelines for submission on the TPG website – www.owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP –…
TODAY @ 9 a.m. – Environmental & Natural Resource Symposium
Feb. 27, 2025 | 9 a.m. | Merrick Hall, Room 301 Join us for the Environmental & Natural Resource Symposium featuring a discussion on “Efficient Conservation: A Conversation with Two GLCA Graduates About Using Data to Maximize Environmental Impact.” Elizabeth…
Funding Your Connection? Learn How at the Connection Conference
Wanting to know how to fund your amazing ideas? Join us at the OWU Connection Conference on Feb. 27 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. to attend sessions on available grants, fellowships, and affordability abroad. The full schedule can be…
Tomorrow @ 10 a.m. – LBV Lecture: Glenn Entis ’76 – My Creative Journey
February 27, 2025 | 10 a.m. | Slocum Hall, Milligan Room “From Art & Philosophy to Computer Animation, Video Games, AI: My Creative Journey” Join us for an inspiring talk with Glenn Entis ’76, an Academy Award-winning animation pioneer and…
Student News & Events
5 Questions for Students about Advising – $25 Gift Card Drawing
Students: Your input matters! Take a mini-survey about advising and enter a drawing for 1 of 5 Amazon gift cards ($25 each). Your comments will help us hear your suggestions and do more of what works well. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Academic Advising…
April 22 – Connection Grants Deadline
We are nearing the end of our fiscal year. If you intend to apply for a Connection Grant, please try to submit your request by day’s end on Tuesday, April 22. Additionally, if you have already been awarded a Connection Grant…
OWU Esports is Hiring Interns for the 2025-2026 Academic Year!
Are you passionate about gaming, social media, or event production? Ohio Wesleyan University’s Esports Program is offering three paid internship positions for the 2025–26 academic year! Available Positions: Team Operations Intern – Help manage teams, scrims, scheduling, and logistics. Broadcast Operations Intern – Support live…
Due April 20 – Columbus Earth Day Festival Registration
The final Green Month event this year is the Columbus Earth Day Festival, a fun afternoon of music, good food, and environmental organizations all gathering at Scioto Audubon Metro Park in Downtown Columbus. This event will be on Sunday, April…
Deadline Extended – Apply for the 2025-2026 Nancy Bihl Rutkowski Leadership Fellowship
The Student Involvement Office is excited to welcome applications for the third cohort of the Nancy Bihl Rutkowski (NBR) Leadership Fellowship! This dynamic, year-long program empowers Ohio Wesleyan students to explore leadership theory in the fall and apply their skills through a workplace practicum in the…
April 17 @ Noon – End of the Year Awards & AKD New Member Celebration
Calling all Sociology & Anthropology majors and minors! Come celebrate the year with the End of the Year Awards and Alpha Kappa Delta new member induction. Eat Chipotle and visit with graduating seniors and the SOAN faculty. April 17, 2025,…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Volunteer at Late Night Breakfast
As the semester comes to a close, planning for Late Night Breakfast is underway! Late Night Breakfast is a finals week tradition — giving our students a much-needed reprieve from studying and writing as they prepare for final exams. Staff…
Celebrate Commencement with Your Graduate on Stage!
Faculty, staff, and trustees who have a graduating student are cordially invited to join them on stage at the Commencement Ceremony. If you would like to participate, please email your request to registrar@owu.edu no later than Friday, April 25. Commencement will…
Needed for OWL Camp
OWL Camp needs 2-pocket folders. Do you have any (new) errant folders lying about? If so, please donate to OWL Camp to help the environment and keep costs down. Please email the OWL office, and we will pick them up,…
University Classifieds
FOUND: Headphones and AirPods case (blue)
FOUND: In Elliott Hall, a set of headphones was found on Jan. 28, 2025. Also, a blue AirPods case was found last week. If these belong to you, please come to Elliott Hall 110 or 205 and see Deb. OWU…
Rings Found in Slocum Restroom
Did you leave rings in a Slocum Hall restroom? Please stop by the IOCP to describe the items and claim them. Thank you! Source: Office of International and Off-Campus Programs
Free Books in SCSC, Room 225!
The Department of Environment & Sustainability is cleaning out its book collection. The books span a variety of environmental topics, publication years, and disciplines. Books are free to a good home and can be found in SCSC, Room 225. OWU…
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