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Campuswide News & Events
WATCH: The Annual We Are OWU Video is Live!
Next week, Ohio Wesleyan will launch its fifth annual We Are OWU Giving Day campaign. Join us in celebrating all the connections — mentorships, research partnerships, lifelong friendships, and more — within the Bishop community! Watch this year’s video to…
Feb. 14 & 15 – OWU Honor Band Festival: 3 Great Concerts in Gray Chapel!
The OWU Honor Band Festival features 7 ensembles in 3 concerts across Friday and Saturday. Over 300 middle school and high school band students from 70 schools across Ohio will participate! HOST CONCERT: Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, at 7 p.m.…
Deadline March 7 – Golden Bishop Awards Nominations Open
The Golden Bishop Awards have been held since 1987 and recognize Ohio Wesleyan students, advisors, and organizations for outstanding achievements in leadership, service, and courage. The event includes awards from Community Service Learning, Residential Life, Fraternity & Sorority Life, Student…
Feb. 13 – Culture Push Film Series Begins
Join us at the historic Strand Theatre on Feb. 13 at 6:30 p.m. for the launch of the Culture Push Film Series! Free to All! Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022) Directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert. A middle-aged, overworked Chinese…
Feb. 12 – Strand Theatre Screening of Foster Child Adoption Film and Social Justice Panel Discussion
The Strand Theatre is partnering with the Unity Community Center to present a screening of “Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot” and a panel discussion on social justice/community involvement as part of the theatre’s Delaware Community Conversations: Meaningful…
Feb. 7 – Bookstore/Print Services/Faculty & Staff Mail Bins Closed
The OWU Bookstore will be closed for inventory on Friday, Feb. 7, and Saturday, Feb. 8. This closure also affects Print Services and the Faculty/Staff mail bins. Print Services will be closed on Friday, Feb. 7, and there will be…
OWU Connection News & Events
March 7 – Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship Deadline
The Gilman Scholarship Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on Thursday, March 7, or 2:59 a.m. EST on Friday, March 8. Interested in studying abroad? Receive up to $5,000 (or $8,000 if you’re studying a Critical Need Language) to…
March 8 – Corns Scholars Applications Due
Would you like to receive a $5,000 scholarship your junior AND senior years? Are you a sophomore interested in business and entrepreneurship? Apply to be a Corns Scholar. Applications are now open! The Corns Business and Entrepreneurial Scholars program encourages…
TODAY @ Noon – Music and Entrepreneurship Lunch
Are you interested in the business of music? Are you a musician curious about the potential of a unique career path? As the music industry continues to evolve, so does the need for musicians to be able to expand their…
March 26 @ 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…
March 5 @ Noon – Resume Versus CV: When To Make the Switch?
When reading a Job Description or Application Requirements do you see the ‘Resume/CV’ requirement and don’t know which to submit? Are you a student in STEM or Pre-Health that has a lot of experiences that don’t fit onto a traditional…
March 6 @ Noon – Economics Is Everywhere!
Do you want to know what you can do with a degree in Economics, Quantitative Economics or Management Economics? Did you know the Economics major now only requires 10 courses? Then join us for a panel event highlighting students majoring…
Student News & Events
Sept. 11 @ 7 p.m. – Knit & Crochet Social!
Join In The Loop for an evening of knitting, crocheting, crafting, and just chatting! Bring your own project and supplies, or start something with us using our supplies. No experience is needed! In Hamilton-Williams Campus Center, Peale Chapel from 7-8…
Be an Usher for Chappelear Drama Center
Want to be part of live theatre at Ohio Wesleyan University? The Department of Theatre is looking for student ushers to join the production team for upcoming performances in Chappelear Drama Center. Benefits: Earn .25 Theatre Practicum course credit (21…
Underrepresented Pre-Med Physician Shadowing Opportunity Interest Form!
Are you a pre-med student struggling to find shadowing opportunities? Do you want to experience a day in the life of a physician? The Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students is hosting a physician shadowing day on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at Nationwide…
Sept. 11 from 4-6 p.m. – St. Peter’s @ OWU Outreach
Join us in the lobby of Simpson Querrey Fitness Center for giveaways of drinks, snacks, and school supplies. This is a monthly event on the second Thursday of each month. We will also be available for discussion and prayer requests.…
Sept. 15 @ 12 p.m. – Crafting Cultura: DIY Keychain Event
Join us in Merrick on Monday, Sept. 15, from 12-1 p.m. to kick off Latiné Heritage Month. We will provide all the charms, beads, and clasps necessary to make custom keychains inspired by traditional Latiné flags and decorations. In addition,…
TODAY @ Noon – Performative Male Contest on the JAYwalk
Come and be as performative as possible; we’re talking matcha, vinyl, totes, baggy clothes. Top three performative males win vinyl, including Lana Del Rey and others! Performative women and NBs also welcome! No need to RSVP, just show up and…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Faculty/Staff First-Gen OWU Info Needed!
Dear Faculty and Staff: Are you a first-generation college graduate or a big supporter of first-generation students? Please take a few moments to complete the (very brief!) First-Gen OWU Faculty and Staff Information Form. You can access the form at…
Sept. 30 @ 1 p.m. – Blackboard Ultra Gradebook Training
Information Services is pleased to announce this upcoming training opportunity, provided by Anthology’s professional Blackboard services: Monday, Sept. 30, 1 -2 p.m. – Ultra Gradebook and Grading Get familiar with setting up the Gradebook. Learn how to grade assignments, tests,…
Oct. 4 – Pints with Profs: Faculty, Staff & Alumni Celebration
Join us for Pints with Profs (and Staff, too) during OWU’s Homecoming & Family Weekend! This lively event is the perfect opportunity for Ohio Wesleyan faculty and staff to connect with alumni and each other in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.…
University Classifieds
Missing Men’s Eyeglasses
Lost black men’s prescription glasses. Please contact amryan@owu.edu if found. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact: Andrea Ryan at amryan@owu.edu
Women’s TISSOT WATCH Missing!
Hello, as of Wednesday 12/7, I have been missing my gold and silver women’s Tissot watch. It was in my bag and now is missing. I was in Merrick and Phillips Hall for class. If you have seen it or…
Lost Emerald Ring
Emerald ring with silver band lost in Merrick Hall girl’s bathroom about two weeks ago. $ reward if the item is turned in as it is very important to me. Reach me at klfarran@owu.edu. Contact: Kelly Farran at klfarran@owu.edu
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