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Campuswide News & Events
AEP Planned Power Outage Scheduled for Friday, July 31
Campus Operations Notification: AEP is scheduled to shut off electricity to central and academic campus between 1:30 and 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 31, to complete necessary maintenance work. Power will be shut off between South Liberty and South Henry streets, including the SLUs, Selby…
Aug. 5 – Blackboard Downtime Maintenance
Our Blackboard application is scheduled for planned maintenance at 12 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug 5, 2026. The maintenance downtime is expected to last approximately two hours. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Information Services Contact: David Soliday at helpdesk@owu.edu
Solar Energy Initiative Update
Beginning July 20, crews will be working to install ground-mounted solar panels as part of OWU’s solar energy initiative. The work should continue for just over a month. Wildflower gardens will be planted under the ground arrays, and the areas…
TODAY Only! Come ‘Shop’ Our Office Supply FREE Store! 9-4 p.m.
After a day of cleaning, purging, and organizing, Advancement and Strategic Ventures invites you to our office and general supply FREE store! Open to the entire OWU community: staff, students, and faculty! What do you need? Binders, organizers, clips, staples,…
OWU Bookstore Closed Tuesday, July 21, 2026
The OWU Bookstore will be closed on Tuesday, July 21, as staff transition to a new, updated system. Normal hours resume at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22. We appreciate your patience during this upgrade. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Campus…
OWU Daily Publication Schedule & Submission Tips
The OWU Daily resumes daily M-F publication on Aug. 10. For those new to campus… Your can’t-miss campus newsletter, the OWU Daily, is shared by email each morning classes are in session. To submit information, please use the “Submit a…
OWU Connection News & Events
April 7 – Bishop Launch Program Info Session
Attention Sophomores and Juniors! Ready to stand out in the job market? The Bishop Launch Program (BLP) is back this Fall 2026 to help you become a confident, competent, and competitive candidate. Don’t Miss Out To participate, you must attend…
April 7 – Grad School 101: Strategies for Navigating Your Path
Thinking about grad school but not sure where to start? Join us for a VIRTUAL expert panel featuring admissions leaders from the University of Chicago, William & Mary Law, OSU Fisher College of Business, Case Western Reserve, and the University…
🌟Working Career Lab Today – Resume Power Hour
Resume Power Hour Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 12-1 p.m. Corns 315 – R.W. Corns Building Whether you’re starting fresh or making final edits, swing by for a Resume Power Hour! Get guidance, tools, and real-time feedback to help your…
Stop by the Employer Spotlight Today!
Employer Spotlight (Drop-In!) Today — April 1, 2026 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. HWCC Atrium Meet visiting employers in a relaxed, mini tabling setting—no registration needed. Featured Employers Western Theological Seminary – Learn about graduate programs in theology, ministry, counseling, and community leadership. GVI…
Build Your Financial Confidence with Kindros Today!💰
Ohio Wesleyan is excited to offer Kindros, a financial wellness platform designed to help you build knowledge and confidence around your finances! Through short, self-paced modules and interactive tools, Kindros makes it easy to learn the basics of personal finance…
Interested in Psychology at OWU?!
Are you curious about what a degree in psychology can lead to? You’re not alone! Psychology is one of the most versatile majors, opening doors to careers that focus on understanding people, improving well-being, and making a meaningful impact. Here…
Student News & Events
🎉Student Employment Job Fair 2026🎉
Calling all Battling Bishops—your next campus job is waiting! Looking for a job that fits your schedule AND builds your resume? We’ve got you covered! Join us at Ohio Wesleyan University for a fun and interactive job fair where you can: Meet campus employers Explore a variety of job opportunities Find a…
Apply Today: San Francisco Trip – OWU Entrepreneurship Club, Oct. 12-17
The OWU Entrepreneurship Club is sending a group of students to TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco, one of the world’s most prestigious startup and tech conferences. The Oct.12-17 trip includes conference attendance, company visits, and meetings with founders and investors…
Student Bio Board is Looking for New Members!
Calling Bio Majors and Minors!Looking to involve yourself on campus? Do you want to make a difference in the biology department? Whether you’re a biology major or minor, or just passionate about life sciences, consider joining the Biology Student Board!…
📖 Space Available in REL 111, Hebrew Bible 📖
Consider taking a course on one of the most read books in the world and one of the most important works of Western literature. Seats are still available in REL 111, Hebrew Bible, which gives students the opportunity to spend…
📖 Space Available in REL 141: Islam, An Introduction 📖
Consider taking a course on one of the world’s largest religions, Islam, and its history, scripture, and culture from the past to the present. Seats are still available in REL 141, Islam: An Introduction, which meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from…
Today from 10-1 – BCI/FBI Background Checks on Campus
Taking an education course with a required field experience? Working at the Early Childhood Center? You will need to obtain a BCI/FBI Background Check before your field experience or employment. The Education Department is hosting AAA Background Checks on campus…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Welcome Our New Bishops at Opening Convocation!
All Faculty & Staff are invited to help us kick off the new academic year by walking in the processional, sitting together, and forming the First Lap tunnel to welcome our incoming students! Use this form to let us know if…
Submit to News for OWU Families by Aug. 7 Deadline
Submissions are open for the August edition of News for OWU Families. Please submit your updates by noon on Friday, Aug. 7 (issue date Wednesday, Aug. 12). For this issue, please focus on information that supports a smooth transition to…
Aug. 24 & 25 – Seeking Small Group Facilitators
Once again, we are seeking staff and faculty volunteers to serve as Bishop Way small group facilitators for our incoming first-year student presentation on Monday, Aug. 24 and Tuesday, Aug. 25. This role is key in guiding small group discussions on important topics like sexual respect, active…
University Classifieds
One-Day Glass Fusing or Two-Day Batik Workshops!
Updated times! Come join the fun! The OWL Program at Ohio Wesleyan University invites you to join two hands-on art workshops led by artist Pia Douglas. These sessions are open to the OWU community and the public — no experience…
Now Hiring! 2026-2027 Event Photographer/Photojournalist Student Intern
Apply before 11:59 p.m. Sunday (March 29) to be considered for this StAP-supported position in the OWU Marketing & Communications Office! MarComm’s Event Photographer/Photojournalist Student Intern will: Learn to capture high-quality candid photos from on-campus events and take posed profile…
Now Hiring! 2026-2027 Digital Content & User Experience (UX) Student Intern
Apply before 11:59 p.m. Sunday (March 29) to be considered for this StAP-supported position in the OWU Marketing & Communications Office! MarComm’s Digital Content & UX Student Intern will: Help shape how users experience the University’s website. This role is…
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