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Campuswide News & Events
Feb. 19 @ Noon: YOU are the future of OWU!
The experiences of our alumni create a strong foundation for the future of our students, faculty, and staff. Starting tomorrow, Feb. 19 at noon, Ohio Wesleyan will host its fifth annual “We Are OWU” giving campaign to celebrate and support OWU’s incredible…
Feb. 20 @ Noon – Intersection of Environmental & Racial Justice, Merrick 301
On Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, at noon in Merrick Hall 301, the History, Politics & Government, and Sociology & Anthropology departments will host a panel discussion, “The Intersection of Environmental and Racial Justice” with Nadia Kim, Ph.D., joining local panelists,…
Feb. 19 – We Are OWU – Basketball Double Header
We Are OWU is partnering to bring some extra energy and excitement to Branch Rickey Arena on Feb. 19. Join us as we cheer on the women’s basketball game starting at 6 p.m. and the men’s game at 8 p.m.…
Feb. 19 @ 5 p.m. – Refusing Death, Merrick 301
This year, The B.A. Jones Lecture on Race & Society (SOAN), The R. Kragalott Lecture on Human Rights, Genocide & Mass Atrocity (HIST), and The B.F. Marsh Lecture on Public Affairs (PG) are collaborating to present a lecture and panel…
Feb. 23 – Children’s Art Scavenger Hunt @ The Ross
Sunday, Feb. 23 during open hours (1-5 p.m.) Bring your little ones to engage with art. Tour the museum at your own pace with a children’s scavenger hunt game and win an art-themed prize for a completed card! Recommended ages…
Faculty Teaching Award Nominations – Submit Your Favorite by Feb. 17
Don’t miss the opportunity to nominate your favorite faculty member or colleague this year. Students, faculty, staff, and alumni are invited to simply fill out the form: select an award, choose an eligible nominee, and share why they deserve the…
OWU Connection News & Events
Become an Accounting & Finance Fellow!
Do you want a career in Finance or Accounting? Are you interested in learning from professionals and alumni in the field? The Accounting & Finance Fellows Program is a selective program that empowers students to explore the wide range of careers…
Today! Leap Into Your Future at the Connection Conference!
Happy Leap Day! Please join us today for a dynamic day of learning and exploration at the Spring Connection Conference. The Fall Conference was a time for students to learn what the Connection is all about and to share their…
TODAY @ 10 a.m. – Join Us for the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge!
Join us TODAY at the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge! Watch as teams and individuals compete against peers in various disciplines to pitch their ideas to a panel of judges with the chance to win a $3,000 grand prize! About the Woltemade…
Today @ 9 a.m. – The Environmental & Natural Resource Symposium
Join us during the Spring OWU Connection Conference for the 2024 Environmental & Natural Resource Symposium “Improving Water Quality in Ohio: Efficient Policies and Local Programs.” Communities throughout the state of Ohio face a variety of challenges associated with water…
Tomorrow! OWU Connection Conference
The bi-annual Connection Conference is tomorrow, Feb. 29, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.! Join us on Leap Day and LEAP into your future at the OWU Connection Conference! We’ve got a full lineup of excellent sessions. We hope to…
March 4 @ Noon – Music and Entrepreneurship Lunch with line upon line percussion
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…
Student News & Events
🎶🎧 Sept. 17 @ 9 p.m. – Silent Disco
🎧 Put on glowing headphones and dance the night away at the Silent Disco! Join us on the Stuy Patio on Wednesday, Sept. 17, from 9–11 p.m. for music, lights, and good vibes under the stars ✨ Brought to you…
Share Your Thoughts Via the WCSA Online Comment Card
Have something on your mind? Share your thoughts, questions, or concerns with WCSA through our Online Comment Card. There’s now a link to the feedback form in each day’s OWU Daily email (in the top navigation links). Your input helps…
Sept. 17 – Make Ice Cream with OWU WinS Club
Join OWU’s Women in STEM club for our second meeting of the semester, where we will be experimenting with ice cream making. (Don’t worry, you will still be able to eat the ice cream you make!) Whether you’re a recurring…
Mondays @ Noon – LGBTQ+ and Faith Discussion Group
If you identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender or anywhere on the Queer spectrum and would like to discuss or find support at the intersections of gender identity, sexuality, and faith, you are invited to the LGBTQ+ and Faith Discussion…
Sept. 16 from 12-1 p.m. – Sociology & Anthropology Social, Elliott Hall 4th floor
SOAN hacks. What professors wish SOAN students knew. How students can make the most of their SOAN classes or major. Come find out! Tuesday, Sept.16, 2025, from 12-1 p.m. in Elliott Hall, 4th Floor Lounge. Free lunch provided by the…
Sept. 11 from 12-1 p.m. – First HR Club Meeting
During today’s meeting, you will meet all of the executive members and get a brief overview of what the club is and what the semester is going to look like. We will be serving Domino’s Pizza since the meeting will…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Sept. 18 @ 1 p.m. – Student Engagement Blackboard Training
Information Services is pleased to announce this upcoming training opportunity, provided by Anthology’s professional Blackboard services: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 1 – 2 p.m. – Student Engagement: Discussions, Journals, and Groups To build a successful learning community, students need tools to…
Searching for Club Faculty Advisor
Searching for a faculty advisor for an equestrian club! Please email me at aeszell@owu.edu OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: self Contact: Adia Szell at aeszell@owu.edu
Sept. 13 @ 1 p.m. – AI Design Assistant in Blackboard Training
Information Services is pleased to announce an additional opportunity to learn this new feature, provided by Anthology’s professional Blackboard services: AI Design Assistant Friday, Sept. 13, at 1 p.m. Learn how the AI Design Assistant can help you build your…
University Classifieds
Yard Work/Microsoft Help Needed; Friend of OWU
Margaret Kitterington, a friend of OWU, regularly hires OWU students to help with yard work. She still needs help and the OWU student she hired last year graduated. This is a paid position to help with light yard work and…
Found Things at the Campus Store
These items have been found in, or near, the OWU Campus Store this semester. To claim items, contact Debra Forest at djforest@owu.edu. – (1) black, right JBL earbud – black Sony headphones Thanks!
Lost Orange Water Bottle in SCSC/Library
I lost my water bottle either in SCSC (Math/CS side) or in the library 24/7 section. It’s orange with a “YugabyteDB” text. If you saw it, please let me know (htphan@owu.edu). Thanks a lot! Contact: Hanh Phan at htphan@owu.edu
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