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Campuswide News & Events
Gordon Field House Closed for Renovations
Gordon Field House will be closed until further notice for donor-funded renovations, including a new floor surface, garage doors with windows, lighting, and paint. The Field House is expected to reopen near the start of fall semester. Thank you. Source:…
Library’s New Services Platform is Now Live
OWU’s new library services platform, OWUSearch, is now live. You can access the new search from the library home page or the direct link provided. Library staff still have some major work in the weeks ahead to get it ready for fall semester,…
New Library System Goes Live on Wednesday, June 25
It’s finally time. Go-Live for the new library services platform will take place on Wednesday, June 25. While more intuitive than our previous system, we still want to make sure everyone is supported in exploring and adjusting to all the…
Main Street Delaware’s Free Summer Concerts Begin June 25
Main Street Delaware’s 2025 Summer on Winter Concert Series kicks off June 25 with three free outdoor concerts in downtown Delaware. Attendees are invited to dance in the streets during the June, July, and August performances, which will be held…
June 18 – Cold Cuts & Warm Welcomes
Warm welcomes and delicious cold cuts await! Join IOCP on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, from noon – 2 p.m. in the Slocum Honors Lounge for a casual lunch of sandwiches and drinks. It’s the perfect chance to meet the new Assistant Director…
June 10 – CONSORT Service Interruptions
As part of our continued library systems transition work, the following CONSORT services will be unavailable starting end of day on June 10. Requesting physical items from other CONSORT libraries Renewing loans Accessing your library account online E-resources, local OWU…
OWU Connection News & Events
Dive into Study Abroad and More at the Connection Conference
Want to learn more about studying abroad? Look no further! Come learn about affordability abroad at the annual OWU Connection Conference! Taking place on Sept. 26, the conference will run from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. showcasing student involvement, research, and a…
Sept. 19 @ 11 a.m. – Career and Grad School Fair This Thursday!
OWU Career & Grad School Fair This Thursday! What: The Biggest Career Event of the Year! 90+ Employers/Grad Schools Attending! When: Thursday, Sept. 19, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Where: Ham-Wil Benes Rooms AND Atrium Why: Discover Full/Part-Time Jobs, Grad Schools, Internships…
Get Ready to Connect, Explore, and Inspire
Come one, come all Bishops! Our annual OWU Connection Conference is taking place on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The Fall Connection Conference will showcase students’ involvement on and off campus, as well as sessions advising students…
This Week – Prep for the Career and Grad School Fair! All-Day Drop-Ins
Get ready for the Career & Graduate School Fair this Thursday, Sept. 19, by attending All-Day Drop-Ins. On Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 17-18, staff from the Career Connection Office will be in Slocum 207 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. waiting for…
Sept. 18 @ Noon – Power Skills Workshop: Google Professional Certificates
Learn about Google Professional Certificates and how they can help you reach your career goals. Participants will have the opportunity to enroll in a Google Professional Certificate Program for free (approximately $200 value), and possibly connect it to academic credit…
Oct. 1 – Theory-to-Practice Grant Application Deadline
Theory-to-Practice Grant (TPG) submissions are due Oct. 1 at 11:59 p.m. Go to the TPG web page for guidelines and instructions and for the application form. Questions? Please drop by the IOCP office in Slocum Hall (3rd floor) and speak with a mentor…
Student News & Events
Nov. 17 @ 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Advising & Registration Help Desk
Have questions about advising? Looking to plan ahead? Last-minute changes? Academic advising and registrar staff are here to help! Stop by our help desk from 11:30 am-1 p.m. on Monday, Nov.17, in the Ham-Wil Atrium with any questions or concerns…
Nov. 17 @ 7 p.m. – Gingerbread House Decorating
Come to the Creative Arts House on Monday, Nov. 17, to decorate a gingerbread house! This is a come-and-go event; feel free to stop by anytime between 7 and 9 p.m. The Creative Arts House is located at 123 Oak…
Nov. 16 @ 7 p.m. – Composition Studio Recital
Please join us for the composition recital this Sunday in Jemison Auditorium on Nov. 16 at 7 p.m.! All works featured are original compositions by students studying under Dr. Park. Admission is free. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Department of Performing…
HIST 160 America in the Sixties AVAILABLE Spring 2026
Looking for a class to complete your schedule? This course hasn’t been taught in a few years, and it’s available for you this spring! HIST 160 is available for everyone to take; no advanced knowledge of US History is expected…
TODAY! Make Holiday Cards for Senior Citizens, Free Lunch!
Time to get crafty! Today, from 12-1 p.m., join The Woltemade Center Student Board in the Corns Lobby to make holiday cards for local senior citizens. We’ll provide all the crafting materials along with LUNCH! Enjoy pizza, chips, candy, hot…
Nov. 19 @ 4:30 p.m. – Romeo & Juliet Auditions!
Romeo and Juliet, a senior capstone project by Pedro Figueiredo and Kaya Ferrell, will be having auditions from 4:30 to 7 p.m. on Nov. 19 in the Chappelear Drama Center, room 008! If you are interested in auditioning, please fill…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
For OWU Advisors: GenEd CX Q&A Session Feb. 11
To All Academic Advisors: Join us via Zoom this Tuesday, Feb. 11 (12:10-1 p.m.) to learn about advising students through the General Education Connection Experience (GenEd CX) process. We will walk you through the proposal criteria, review procedures, and four-step…
Feb. 24 from Noon to 1:30 p.m. – Strengths for Success: Leveraging Your StrengthFinders Talents for Peak Performance
Join us for a Lunch and Learn session, “Strengths for Success: Leveraging Your StrengthsFinder Talents for Peak Performance,” where you’ll discover how to maximize your unique strengths to enhance your productivity, collaboration, and career growth. This interactive session will provide practical insights on applying…
Feb. 11 @ Noon – Understanding Your Benefits – Virtual Session
Are you new to OWU benefits, or curious how the High Deductible plan with the HSA plan works? All current healthcare benefit coverage will be covered. Join our Virtual Learning Session titled “Understanding your Benefits” from noon to 1 p.m.…
University Classifieds
Seeking ‘Photojournalist’ for University Communications!
The Office of University Communications is seeking to hire a student for 2023-2024 with experience in photography (shooting and editing) to cover assignments and provide campus candids to help ensure fresh photography for social media, the OWU website, etc. Guidance…
Want to be a Tutor for the Sagan ARC?
The Sagan Academic Resource Center (ARC) seeks energetic and enthusiastic students interested in making a positive impact on your fellow Bishops! Tutoring support is needed for Fall 2023 for multiple disciplines/courses including but not limited to the following: General Needs:…
Seeking to Hire Typist for Handwritten Stories
This information comes from Bonnie Mahle, a former OWU librarian, who is helping a neighbor. This is a wonderful opportunity for a student to earn extra cash. In search of a typist for handwritten stories presented in a format for…
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