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Campuswide News & Events

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.…

Learn More about the 2025 Great Decisions Discussion Series

Delaware’s Great Decisions sessions on U.S. foreign policy and international relations will kick off Feb. 21, with eight sessions addressing critical issues impacting the nation and world. These discussions are free and open to the public, and will be held…

Feb. 19 @ Noon: YOU are the future of OWU!

The experiences of our alumni create a strong foundation for the future of our students, faculty, and staff. Starting tomorrow, Feb. 19 at noon, Ohio Wesleyan will host its fifth annual “We Are OWU” giving campaign to celebrate and support OWU’s incredible…

OWU Connection News & Events

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…

April 12 @ Noon – Undergraduate Research: Learn and Plan

Undergraduate research isn’t just for those who want to make it their career! With the wide variety of opportunities, it’s sometimes hard to figure out what is the best choice for you and your career goals. Want to know about…

TODAY @ Noon – BLP Info Session 1

Want to gain an advantage in your internship search? Then check out the Bishop Launch Program (BLP) – a semester-long intern development program designed to help you become a confident, competent, and competitive internship and job seeker and successfully launch into your…

Mon.-Thurs. 12-2 p.m. – Career Connection Drop-In Hours!

If you are looking to get started on your resume or perfect your resume, stop by Slocum 207 – just outside the Reading Room for help! Drop-in hours are Monday – Thursday, 12-2 p.m. Students can also schedule an appointment outside…

Student News & Events

Sept. 4 – WCSA Interest Form

If you are interested in joining WCSA and making a difference on campus, fill out the interest form before the deadline of Sept. 4! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Wesleyan Council on Student Affairs Contact: Kevin Alvarenga at kaalvarenga@owu.edu

Sept. 1 – Classes in session on Labor Day

Please remember that classes are in session on Labor Day (Monday, Sept. 1), but nearly all campus offices, including the Health Center, are closed. For the full 2025-2026 academic calendar, bookmark this page. Thank you! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Marketing and…

Sept. 10 @ 7 p.m. – What is Sisters United?

Join us for a fun and informative session about Sisters United! Discover how we aim to create a supportive community on campus, fostering sisterhood, empowerment, and collaboration among sisters. Come curious and leave inspired! We’ll meet at 7 p.m. Sept.…

Sept. 4 @ Noon – Jewish Student Reception in HWCC 312

Join us for a reception for our Jewish faith community on campus.  We’ll gather in HWCC 312 on Thursday, Sept. 4, at noon for a time of food (roasted chicken and latkes) and conversation.  This is a great chance to…

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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