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Campuswide News & Events
OWUSearch Feedback
The OWU Libraries team is requesting your feedback on our new OWUSearch platform. If you have a few minutes, please fill out the OWUSearch feedback form or send your thoughts directly to libraries@owu.edu. All comments will be carefully reviewed and…
It’s Wellness Week! Oct. 20-24
It’s here… Get ready for Wellness Week, Bishops! Click the link to see what events are happening around campus, like Take a Note, Leave a Note; Costumes & Consent; Sip Smart; and more! Wellness Week Schedule OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: The…
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…
OWU Connection News & Events
Nov. 18 @ 1 p.m. – Graduate School Workshop in Biological Sciences
If you are interested in pursuing graduate school in a biological science after OWU, join us for an afternoon workshop and AMA conversation with one of our fantastic alumni, Princeton Vaughn ’22. The workshop will take place on Nov. 18…
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…
Student News & Events
March 17 @ 11:30 a.m. – What Makes You Lucky?
Join the Bishop Way to learn about healthy financial practices and credit card use on March 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the HWCC atrium! Information about filing taxes and using credit cards will be provided! Financial wellness…
Summer / Fall 2026 Pre-Registration Open!
Summer / Fall 2026 Pre-Registration is now open! This means you can now add courses to your cart to begin developing your schedule. When can I register? Check your Self-Service Profile to review your Class Level. Note: figures below are based on cumulative…
OWU Karate/TKD and Jiujitsu Classes
Okinawan Karate/Kobudo TKD PE301 – From Okinawa, Japan, home to the oldest and healthiest people on earth, Karate has a deep cultural history developed over centuries. It is one of the oldest and most effective self-defense systems ever created. You…
March 16-20 – Mortar Board Clothing Drive
Do you have clothes you’ve been meaning to get rid of? Bring them to Ham-Wil during lunch hours the week after spring break, or to The 1842, and Mortar Board will donate them to the Delaware Free Store for people…
Spring Break Hours for the OWU Library
Spring break hours for the Hobson Library can be viewed on the library’s website at Updates or changes will also be posted to the hours page. The Slocum Reading Room is available 24/7 for study and printing with card access.…
Friday is the Last Day of Food Service @ The 1842 Before Break
March 6 is the last night of food service at The 1842, from 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Food service will return after break on Sunday, March 15, from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. The 1842 will be open for…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Theatre Wants to Borrow Your Christmas Tree!
OWU’s production of The Spitfire Grill starts later this April and we’re working on creating some forest for the set. Given the location, the trees are pine trees. If anyone has a green Christmas tree the theatre department can borrow from roughly…
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…
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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