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Campuswide News & Events
Saturday, April 18 @ 2 p.m. – Rafiki Olympic Cookout Event
Join us for the Rafiki Olympic Cookout, a high-energy end-of-year celebration bringing together the OWU campus and the Delaware community for an afternoon of food, fun, and connection. Enjoy free food trucks, ice cream, cotton candy, and a variety of…
Bishop Brag Day 2026 Is Coming!
Get ready to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our students at Bishop Brag Day 2026! 📅 Wednesday, April 22 ⏰ 10:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. 📍 Hamilton-Williams Campus Center This special event highlights the many ways our students are making…
Today – Anchor Splash!
Come support Service for Sight at Delta Gamma’s annual Anchor Splash today, April 17, in Meek Aquatic Center at 8 p.m. Watch Greek organizations compete in relay races and a synchronized swimming finale while learning about vision preservation and advocacy.…
April 21 – Final Art and the Environment Talk: Carolina Barbosa
Join us for the final installment of the Art and the Environment Talk Series this Tuesday (April 21) at 6:30 p.m. to hear from OWU’s own, Dr. Carolina C. Barbosa. She is a faculty member in OWU’s Department of Environment…
April 17 & 18 @ 7:30 p.m. – Spring Musical ‘Into the Woods’
Ohio Wesleyan’s spring musical production “Into the Woods,” directed by Jennifer Whitehead, has its final two shows this Friday and Saturday on the Main Stage in Chappelear Drama Center. With music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by…
April 16 @ 8 p.m. – Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert
Join us at 8 p.m. Gray Chapel is located in University Hall. Featuring works by Norman Dello Joio, John Mackey, Eric Whitacre, and Leonard Bernstein, with our conductor Richard Edwards and guest conductor Ryleigh Jones ’27. Admission is free and…
OWU Connection News & Events
Stop by the Employer Spotlight Today!
🎯Employer Spotlight (Drop-In!) March 3, 2026 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. HWCC Atrium Meet one-on-one with a visiting employer – no registration required. Featured Employer • Bally Sports Group LLC Explore opportunities in sports media, broadcasting, content creation, and production. Stop…
🎶 TLC Choral Art Society (Spain & France) Apply Today!
Interested in a travel-learning course that connects score study and historical context to the living monastic and pilgrimage traditions of Spain and France? Group travel to happen Dec. 28-Jan. 6. Apply today through the link. Deadline March 15. Contact Prof.…
March 3, 2026 – Employer Spotlight
Spotlight on Bally Sports Group! Love sports, media, or storytelling? Don’t miss this one! Join us Tuesday, March 3 (11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.) in the HWCC Atrium to meet with Bally Sports Group LLC and discover opportunities in sports broadcasting, production,…
🚀 TODAY’S THE DAY! Stop by the Career Fair 🎉🚀
The 2026 Career & Summer Internship Fair is happening TODAY in the Benes Rooms from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. 🎉 This is your chance to connect with 65+ employers who are actively recruiting for full-time roles and summer internships. Bring your resume, your questions, and…
🚨TODAY! OWU Connection Conference!
The Connection Conference is HERE! It’s a day of learning and exploration! Come see and hear how our students have researched big questions, given back to the community through sustained service, traveled and engaged with different cultures, explored potential career…
🌟Working Career Lab Today: Career Fair Drop-Ins
Career Fair Prep Drop-In Day #2 Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 | 9 a.m. -1 p.m. Slocum Hall Gear up for the Career Fair with drop-in support! Stop by for resume reviews, elevator pitch practice, and tips to help you make…
Student News & Events
📚 April 20 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. – Create a Finals Study Plan!
You’ve worked hard all semester; now it’s time to finish strong! Stop by the Sagan ARC (HWCC #324) on Monday, April 20, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to create a finals study plan. This open-house style event will allow…
Sagan Writing Center Award – Submission Deadline Today at 5 p.m.
Today is the deadline for submitting to the annual spring Sagan Writing Center Award—don’t miss out! Graduating Seniors only: Submit your graduate or professional school application essays. 1st Place: $200. 2nd Place: $100. Submit here. (Examples of past winning essays…
April 18 from 6-8 p.m. – Lavender Party Hosted by SAGE
SAGE is throwing a party at the Milligan Hub on April 18 from 6-8 p.m.! The Milligan hub will be decorated all over with lavender! Drink and snacks are provided, and if you are not a party person, crafts are…
Graduating Seniors: DON’T LOSE YOUR DATA!
Congratulations! When you graduate from OWU, you have the opportunity to convert your BishopApps (Google Workspace) account to Email-for-Life, which preserves all of your data. If you don’t do this, ALL of your data may be permanently DELETED. That includes all your BishopMail, Contacts, Calendar…
April 22 – STEM Department Jeopardy hosted by WinS!
Join us on April 22 in the SCSC Atrium at noon for STEM Department Jeopardy hosted by the Women in STEM club at OWU! Come get food, drinks, and watch as the STEM department faculty and students battle it out in classic Jeopardy fashion for a legendary trophy.…
April 22 @ 5:30 p.m. – Honors End-of-Year Reception
Join the Honors Board on Wednesday, April 22, in Merrick 301 from 5:30-7 p.m. for a celebration dedicated to our graduating Honors seniors. The reception will include food, drinks, a photobooth, and an opportunity to hear highlights of student Honors…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Save the Date to Volunteer at Commencement
It’s time to start thinking about OWU’s 2026 Commencement, which will be held on Saturday, May 9! The support of faculty and staff is crucial to the success of this event. We want faculty to march in the procession and…
Meek Leadership Awards – Nominate A Student Today
The Meek Leadership Awards were established with a contribution from Phillip J. Meek and Nancy LaPorte Meek, both 1959 Ohio Wesleyan graduates. OWU graduating seniors who have demonstrated exceptional leadership service during their years at Ohio Wesleyan and show promise…
AI Ready Webinars: Student Affairs, Mental Health, & Career Services
From AI-enabled support pathways to personalized wellness resources and tailored career-readiness tools, artificial intelligence is reshaping how students navigate their journey campuswide. As we adopt emerging technologies and new expectations, it’s essential to align innovation with our institutional values –…
University Classifieds
FOUND: Headphones Case in Slocum Reading Room
A headphones case was found in the Slocum Reading Room early in the morning on Feb. 26. Please see Jill Hayes in Slocum 303B to describe and claim. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Connection Contact: Jill Hayes at jchayes@owu.edu
International Adoption Stories Wanted for Class Documentary
We are currently seeking students and staff who were internationally adopted to participate in a short documentary being created as a midterm class project. This project focuses on internationally adopted individuals in U.S. families. Participants will be asked to answer…
50% Off! Clearance Sale on Selected Items
Come grab your OWU merch while you can! Select items are 50% off while supplies last. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Campus Bookstore Contact: Debbie Forest at djforest@owu.edu
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