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Campuswide News & Events
Oct. 26 @ 5-7 p.m. – DIWALI BASH
Join us for an evening of sparkle, culture, and celebration at OWU’s Festival of Lights! Enjoy music, dance, food, henna, rangoli, and sparklers as we come together to celebrate Diwali — a joyful night where everyone’s invited to share in…
Oct. 24 @ 11-1 p.m. – Wellness Week: Sip Smart
Come join The Bishop Way in the HWCC Atrium for Sip Smart Tabling during Wellness Week featuring smart drinking tips and fun giveaways! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The Bishop Way Contact: Mannat Sikand at bishopway@owu.edu
Oct. 23 @ 8 p.m. – OWU Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert
he OWU Symphonic Wind Ensemble offers a free public concert on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 8 p.m. in Gray Chapel (University Hall). Featuring classic and contemporary wind band works, including: Vesuvius, by Frank Ticheli Autumn Air, by Nicole Piunno Ross…
Double Your Online Protection with MFA
Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Week 3 – MFA Even the strongest password can be stolen—but multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds a powerful extra layer of protection for your accounts. MFA requires something you know (your password) plus something you have (like your…
Oct. 21 @ 4:10 p.m. – Biology Seminar Series with Dr. Cody Kent
Please join the Biology Seminar Series for a talk by Dr. Cody Kent ’15, Assistant Professor at Luther College: “The Complexities of Partitioning Niche Space.” Free and open to everyone. There will be snacks! See details of the Biology Seminar…
Oct. 23 @ Noon – Excellence in Medicine
Bring your lunch and join us on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 12-1 p.m. in Merrick 204 for a conversation with vascular surgeon and OWU alumnus, Dr. Kofi Quaye ’10. Come with questions for this Q&A session about the medical field.…
OWU Connection News & Events
Nov. 7 @ 11 a.m. – Employer Spotlight: Discover Career Opportunities
Eager to figure out your next step? Career Connection will be having a graduate school and a summer job/internship opportunity tabling on Nov. 7, 2024! Stop by on your way from lunch and meet representatives from: YMCA of Central Ohio…
Theory-to-Practice Grant Program – Update for Those Who Have Submitted 24/FA Proposals
The 24/FA TPG evaluation process is underway. Because of the number of proposals and the amount of funding requested, this is the most competitive TPG round in the 15-year history of the program. In the past few years, award notifications…
Nov. 12 @ Noon – Latham Bishop Ventures Student Business and Entrepreneurship Panel
Come hear from current Economics & Business students as they share their conference and travel experiences. Gain insight into how these students have used OWU Connection funds and resources to attend and participate in national, regional, and local conferences that…
Apply for Spring Break Service Trips and Wilderness Treks
Are you looking for something fun, challenging, and meaningful to do for spring break this year? The Chaplain’s Office has two great programs to consider! This year’s three Spring Break Service Trips will be going to New Orleans to volunteer…
Oct. 25 @ 1 p.m. – Time and Location Change! Precision Medicine in SCSC 163
Due to STEM core courses 4th-hour conflicts, Clark Howell ’89 has agreed to give his presentation and speak with students from 1-2 p.m. in SCSC Room 163! Please register on Handshake! See you there! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Career Connection and…
Tonight @ 6 p.m. – Speed Mock Interview Event!
Hoping to land an internship, summer job, or a full-time position? Nervous about interviewing? A Mock Interview will help immensely as you prepare for your future career! As they say, practice makes perfect – and this is your opportunity to…
Student News & Events
Need Last-Minute Writing Help? March 2-6 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
The OWU Writing Center is hosting Pop-Up Tutoring March 2-6 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Hamilton-Williams lobby. Stop by our table for some quick guidance, feedback, or answers to your writing questions! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Writing Center Contact:…
LAST CALL! Volunteer @ Kid’s Sports Clinic!
Calling all Student-Athletes or people passionate about sport! Join us for a SEAL House Project on March 4 from 6:45-8:15 p.m.! In collaboration with Big Brothers Big Sisters, volunteer to teach a short demo of your sport to children ages…
March 6 @ Noon – Cookies and Coloring with NAfME
Join NAfME members in the Atrium of HWCC for an afternoon wind-down with coloring and cookie decorating to kick off Music in Our Schools Month! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Department of Performing Arts/Music Contact: Ryleigh Jones at rmjones@owu.edu
March 5 – StatQuest YouTuber Dr. Joshua Starmer Live
The OWU Data Circle welcomes Dr. Joshua Starmer, creator of the massively popular YouTube channel StatQuest, for a live seminar on AI, neural networks, and quantifying model confidence. See the educator who has helped over 1.5 million learners understand statistics…
March 5 @ 12 p.m. – It’s Different for Girls
The Biology Board is collaborating with MCI (Male Contraceptive Initiative) and hosting a screening of the short film It’s Different for Girls by Billie JD Porter. This 40-minute film explores gender bias and systemic issues surrounding reproductive health. Billie emphasizes…
March 5 @ 6 p.m. – Student Craft Night at the Ross
Bring a craft you are working on, or come use our craft supplies to hang out with other crafters with snacks! Location: Richard M. Ross Art Museum OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
Faculty/Staff News & Events
April 3 @ 4:10 p.m. – You Can Help a Student
On April 3, faculty and staff are invited to attend “You Can Help a Student,” a session that includes helpful information about how to identify signs of mental health challenges, connect students with critical resources, and better support them when needed.…
TIAA Individual Financial Counseling Sessions
Now Scheduling (in-person) Appointments — additional dates available! Faculty and Staff can receive retirement counseling appointments on the OWU campus with the University’s TIAA representative, Brady Nolan. No matter where you are in life – just getting started or planning…
April 2 @ 12:10 p.m. – Lunch and Learn with Counseling Services
Counseling Services is excited to invite all faculty and staff to join us for a special Lunch and Learn session on Wednesday, April 2 (from 12:10-1 p.m. in the Counseling Services office), designed to explore the topic of neurodivergence in…
University Classifieds
Adopt a Goldfish🐟
Are you looking to add an aquatic friend to your life? Well, you’re in luck! We have some adorable goldfish in need of a new home, and we believe it could be the perfect addition to your space. Before welcoming…
Oct. 8 @ 11 a.m. – Volunteers Needed For Apple Butter Festival at HopeWood Pines
Do you need volunteer hours? HopeWood Pines (Lutheran memorial camp) needs assistance with food preparation and cleanup, car parking, hospitality/welcoming, and possibly some activity hosts. The location is 20 miles from OWU and the address is 2790 State Rte 61,…
Sept. 26-29 @12:15 p.m. – Free Caricature Portraits with Musing with Muses in Ham-Wil
Hello! My name is Kara Cannon, and I’m conducting practice trials for my new web series/caricature business, Musing with Muses. I will ask you a personal question and draw out your response. Questions can be along the lines of what’s…
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