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Campuswide News & Events

Thank you, Bishops!

THANK YOU! We are overwhelmed by your commitment to OWU and your impact during our annual day of giving, We Are OWU. Be on the lookout for the official outcome in a few weeks. Together, we made a difference. Together,…

Help Shape the Future: Last Day for We Are OWU!

Today’s your last day to support We Are OWU! Don’t delay and visit We Are OWU today. Experience the joy in generosity. Stop by our tables in the HWCC Atrium during lunch today to help say thank you to donors that make…

Feb. 22 – Reading Room Closed for Admission Event

The Slocum Hall Reading Room will be closed for an Admission Event from 10-11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22. Thank you for helping us to welcome prospective Bishops and families to campus! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Admission Office Contact: Julie Weller…

Bishop Backers Community Day & Expo

Come join us for the annual Bishop Backers Community Day & Expo on Saturday, Feb. 22.  The family-friendly event will include free admission to an OWU women’s and men’s varsity basketball doubleheader, and a Delaware Expo featuring children’s activities, local nonprofits and businesses, CPR…

March 1 @ 11 a.m. – Bibibop Rugby Fundraiser

Come to Bibibop in Lewis Center to support the Women’s Rugby Club on Saturday, March 1. Women’s rugby will receive 20% of all proceeds when our fundraiser is mentioned at checkout, or when code BIBIFUNDRAISER is used when ordering online.…

OWU Connection News & Events

Identities Abroad Pre-Departure Lunches (April 25, 29, 30)

We bring our full selves when we travel abroad. These sessions are focused on hearing first-hand lived experiences from Global Majority/ students of color, 2SLGBTQIA+ folx, and those who may not have traveled internationally. The discussion will include how our identities shape our experiences and…

Bishop Brag Day!

Have you completed or will you complete an internship, research work, or extensive volunteer work anytime from Summer 2023 – Summer 2024? Then be sure to stop by HWCC – Atrium on Spirit Day APRIL 17 from 11-2 to brag about…

Small Grant Program for the 23/24 Academic Year is Now Closed

The Small Grant Program provides funds on a rolling basis to support signature projects.  All budgeted funds have now been awarded, so the program is closed for the 2023-2024 academic year. Questions? Email iocp@owu.edu. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact: Darrell Albon at iocp@owu.edu

Blaine Grimes Grant Applications DUE TODAY!

Do you have a summer internship lined up? Would you like up to $2,000 while you intern? Applications for the Blaine Grimes Grant are now DUE TODAY! Grants are available for up to $2,000 for summer internships. Interested students who…

Blaine Grimes Grant Applications Due Tomorrow!

Do you have a summer internship lined up? Would you like up to $2,000 while you intern? Applications for the Blaine Grimes Grant are now DUE TOMORROW, April 12! Grants are available for up to $2,000 for summer internships. Interested…

Student News & Events

Sept. 8 @ 4 p.m. – Muslim Student Reception

Come and join us for a reception for our Muslim faith community on campus. We’ll gather in Crider Lounge on Monday, Sept. 8, from 4-5 p.m. for a time of food (beef kofta, falafel, and baklava) and conversation. This is…

Sept. 8-12 @ 12 p.m. – Project EDSA: 988 Bookmark Campaign

September is National Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month! Project EDSA will be distributing informational bookmarks to promote the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline to spread awareness and support across campus. This tabling event will be held Sept. 8-12 from 12-1…

Crew Openings for Macbeth!

Do you want to be involved in the fall production of Macbeth? This opportunity is for you! The Tragedy of Macbeth is in need of some additional folks to help fill out its crew. We’re currently looking for people interested in…

Sign Up for Fall Intramurals!

Looking for some friendly competition this fall? Join us for intramural sports! 6v6 Sand Volleyball – Mondays, 6:30-9 p.m., outside the Meek Aquatics and Recreation Center 2v2 Cornhole & Spikeball – Tuesdays, 6:30-9 p.m., grass circle on Frat Hill Signups…

The Culture Corner 🌍🤝 – Sign Up to Host a Table!

One of the goals Reslife has for our students living on campus is to learn about Intercultural Community . We are asking your organization to send a few members who represent who you are and how you plan on incorporating…

Sept. 9 – Honors Ice Cream Social

Join the Honors Board for an ice cream social on Tuesday, Sept. 9, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in Merrick 301. This is a great opportunity to meet fellow honors program members! Please RSVP using the form link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKtTeDPH0J6YoUqRfMN8nHOQ7VXm4qxgenHUKHUphe-YDpZw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=113339496703696101481 OWU Sponsoring…

Faculty/Staff News & Events

Former Staff Member Donna Tucker Savely Passes Away

We are sad to share that former OWU staff member Donna Tucker Savely, 86, passed away earlier this month. She had recently moved to Sebring, Florida, from Delaware, Ohio, where she resided for over 60 years. Donna worked at Ohio…

Former Staff Member Pam Besel Passes Away

We are sad to share that former OWU staff member Pam Besel passed away Oct. 20 in Upper Arlington, Ohio. Her family shares that Pam lived a full and giving life while dealing with Type 1 diabetes before she “joined…

Submit to News for OWU Families before the Friday, Nov. 1 Deadline

News for OWU Families is accepting posts for the November edition. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by noon on Friday, Nov. 1. We are also accepting posts for the December News for OWU Families. That…

University Classifieds

Lost Apple USB C

My name is Jemimah Chukwuemeka. I’m looking for my Apple USB C to Magsafe 3 charger for my laptop. I last used it in Merrick Hall Room, Room 201, last Monday. Please, if anyone has seen it, kindly let me…

Missing Camera

Hello! My name is Kara Cannon, and I recently lost the Olympus digital camera given to me by Jeff Nilan for photo one. It’s in a black shoulder bag with a charger in it. Please contact me at 614-316-6041 if…

Large Aquarium – Free To A Good Home

The Biological Sciences department would like to re-home a large aquarium (~100 gallon) and cabinet Free, but you must be willing to haul it away. It needs cleaned, but is watertight for aquarium or terrarium use. Contact Dr. Hankison for details…


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