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Campuswide News & Events
Thanksgiving Break Hours for OWU Athletics Facilities
Please use this link to view fall break hours for OWU’s athletics facilities. Thank you and have a great break! Office: Department of Athletics. Contact: Abby Turner @ amstoner@owu.edu
Dec. 1-5 – Children’s Book Drive
Do you have books that aren’t being read? Consider donating them to the Children’s Book Drive! The drive will accept books that are in good condition and suitable for elementary and middle school-aged readers. Donation bins can be found in…
OWU Daily Thanksgiving Break Publication Schedule
Have a wonderful break! The OWU Daily will publish Monday, Nov. 24, and then be on break until Monday, Dec. 1. (If you’ve previously chosen a date on which the Daily won’t publish, we’ll try to reassign the date for…
Student-Curated Pop-Up Shows Begin!
Come check out our Student-Curated, Pop-Up Shows on Nov. 20 and Dec. 4! Featuring artwork from the Ross Art Museum, the shows were developed by students enrolled in Art 492: Exhibition Practice. Nov. 20: 1-3 p.m., HWCC and 6:30-8:30 p.m.…
💲2026 State of Ohio Minimum Wage💲
2026 State of Ohio Minimum Wage Effective Jan 1, 2026: Minimum wage increases to $11.00 Any student employee earning below $11.00/hour will automatically be adjusted – no action needed from supervisors. More info: 2026 Ohio Minimum Wage Poster (PDF) If you have any…
Ross Art Museum – Closed Nov. 24-Dec. 1 for Thanksgiving Break
The Ross Art Museum will be closed for Thanksgiving break from Monday, Nov. 24, to Monday, Dec. 1 OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth Szukala at ramuseum@owu.edu
OWU Connection News & Events
Nov. 4 @ 6:30 p.m. – Social Impact Networking Night!
Don’t miss Social Impact Networking Night, a casual mixer designed for you to connect with alumni and professionals who are changing the world. Whether you’re just starting to explore careers in social impact or you’re ready to dive in, this is…
Spring Break Wilderness Trek Applications Due Today!
If you are looking for something fun, challenging, and meaningful to do for spring break, then check out this year’s two Wilderness Treks: Climbing in Colorado and Kayaking in Florida. Each trip focuses on outdoor skills and growing in faith.…
Oct. 30 from 12-1 p.m. – Undergraduate Research Presentation!
When: Thursday, Oct. 30 Where: SCSC 151 Time: 12-1 p.m. Register here! Thinking About Research? Start With Your Career Catalyst! Curious about what real research looks like beyond the classroom? Join us for a short, info-packed session on Undergraduate Research…
🌟Working Career Lab: Resumes for Senior Students
Seniors, is your resume ready for graduation and beyond? 💼Working Career Lab: Resumes for Senior Students 📅Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025 ⏰ 12-1 p.m. | 📍 Slocum 201 Join us to refine your resume with targeted tips for graduation, internships, and full-time…
Nov. 18 – Economic Outlook Conference FREE Dinner
Join us on Nov. 18 at 6 p.m. in HWCC, Benes A, for a free reception and dinner before the Economic Outlook Conference (which starts at 7:30 p.m.). Panelist Dr. Ian Sheldon with OSU, Dr. Bill LaFayette with Regionomics LLC,…
Today @ Noon! The OWU Nursing Pathway: Mount Carmel Info Session +Q&A
Thinking about nursing after OWU? Meet representatives from Mount Carmel College of Nursing (MCCN) for a short presentation and open Q&A about our Second Degree Accelerated Program (SDAP) — a direct path to a BSN at MCCN after you complete…
Student News & Events
Jan. 19 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. – BCI/FBI Background Checks On Campus
Taking an education course with a required field experience? Working at the Early Childhood Center or with PlayFit? You need to obtain a BCI/FBI Background Check before your field experience or employment. The Education Department is hosting AAA Background Checks…
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 do…
Try Out for Esports this Spring!
Spring Esports Tryouts Are Here! Interested in joining the OWU Esports team this spring? Open tryouts are coming up, and all tryouts will take place in the Esports Arena located in Welch Hall. If you’re not currently on the team…
Temporary Incomplete Coursework Due: Jan. 30
Were you assigned one or more Temporary Incompletes for your Fall 2025 courses? If so, here is important information you need to know: You must submit all outstanding work for these course(s) to your instructor(s) by Jan. 30, 2026 (unless you…
Bishop Scholars: SPRING ’26 Tutor Interest Form
There are still a few spots available! Become a Tutor. Make a Difference. The Bishop Scholars program is hiring for the SPRING semester and is seeking energized and committed students to tutor elementary youth in math and reading within Delaware…
BibliU Opt-Out Deadline for Digital Course Materials is Jan. 22
Please remember that if you choose to opt out of the BibliU Equitable Access (EA) program for the digital course materials, you must do so before 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, to be eligible for a program refund. Remember, too,…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
New EAP Provider from Guardian Life Insurance Company
Your Life. Your Work. Your Best. Guardian Life Insurance is pleased to announce ComPsych Guidance Resources as the new provider of our Employee Assistance Program services. The Guidance Resources program provides confidential counseling, expert guidance, and valuable resources to help…
EARLY Holiday Check Run Before Winter Break
Due to winter break beginning Dec. 18, the final check run of 2025 will be completed on Tuesday, Dec. 16. This means all Concur expense reports and cash advances will be processed Friday, Dec. 12. Please plan accordingly and have…
Seeking January Information for OWU Events Calendar, Media Release
As you schedule events open to the general public, please share details for Ohio Wesleyan’s online events calendar and monthly media release. Monthly public events calendars typically are posted online and emailed to news media, community groups, and local schools…
University Classifieds
🎉Fun, Flexible, and Meaningful: Nanny Position Open ⏰
Part-Time Nanny – Powell, OH Looking for a fun, flexible job where you can gain valuable experience while making a difference? Our family is hiring a caring, reliable part-time nanny to support our 13-year-old son who has cerebral palsy. He…
Looking to Borrow Clocks by Thursday for Photography Project
Hello! I am a photography student working on a project. If you have any physical clocks you are willing to lend me, please reach out – will pick up or accept a drop off. Clocks are needed by the end…
Pink and Green Eye Glass Case with Flamingos Found
A pink flamingo eye glass case was found on campus on Friday, Sept. 12, between University Hall and the labyrinth. If this is yours, please stop by University Hall, room 024 (Office of Marketing and Communications). Contact: Sara Stuntz at…
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