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Campuswide News & Events
Softdocs / Etrieve System Outage Planned
The Softdocs / etrieve system will be updated on Thursday, Jan. 30, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. After this work is completed, the sign-in page will be customized for OWU and you will be able to login without having to…
Did You Get Monday’s OWU ALERT Test? If Not, Read This!
On Monday, Jan. 27, Ohio Wesleyan tested its OWU ALERT emergency notification system starting at approximately 12:07 p.m. You should have received an email sent to your owu.edu email account as well as text and voice messages sent to your…
Congratulations! WLC Students Earning Global Seal of Biliteracy
Exciting news from the Department of World Languages and Cultures! The department is thrilled to celebrate the achievements of the following students who have demonstrated proficiency in a language other than English at the “Functional Fluency” level! Please join us in congratulating…
Spring Semester Hours for OWU Athletics Facilities
Welcome back, Bishops! Please use this link to view spring semester hours for OWU’s athletics facilities. Thank you and have a great semester! Office: Department of Athletics. Contact: Abby Turner @ amstoner@owu.edu
Update to Hobson Library Access
The walkway between the two science buildings is now open. Hobson Library can be accessed from that walkway or from the doors on the lower level (1. across from Phillips Hall and 2. across from the Selby parking lot). For…
Today @ 11 a.m. – Goals in Focus: Make a Vision Board!
Do you have big plans for 2025? A list of goals to achieve? Places you want to travel? Join OMSA and the CDO office to create a vision board and get on track for the new year. Drop by the…
OWU Connection News & Events
ALL-DAY Drop-Ins: Tuesday & Wednesday | Prepare for the Fair!
Get ready for the Career & Summer Internship Fair next Thursday, Feb. 29, during the OWU Connection Conference by attending ALL-DAY Drop-Ins. On Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 27-28, staff from the Career Connection Office will be in Slocum 207 from 9…
Feb. 29 @ 1 p.m. – COMM Learn About Internships
As part of the Connection Conference, the Communication Student Board will host a panel on Communication Internships. The panel will consist of Michaela Alfano, Halima Elmajdoubi, Maya Koob, and Sisi Fish. The panelists will discuss their journey of finding and…
Feb. 29 @ 10 a.m. – Join Us for the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge
Join us 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 the $3,000 grand prize! About the Woltemade Big…
Feb. 29 @ 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 Ohio face a variety of challenges associated with water quality. Panelists Lisa…
Next Week – Prepare for the Fair! All-Day Drop-Ins
Get ready for the Career & Summer Internship Fair next Thursday, Feb. 29, during the OWU Connection Conference by attending ALL-DAY Drop-Ins. Next Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 27-28, staff from the Career Connection Office will be in Slocum 207 from 9…
Exciting Career Conversations and Shadowing Opportunities!
Are you interested in a career in Healthcare? Do you want to hear from insiders about what makes a Medical School Application a ringer? Is Medical School not your cup of tea, and you want to learn about what’s out…
Student News & Events
Sign Up for Fall Intramurals!
Looking for some friendly competition this fall? Join us for intramural sports! 6v6 Sand Volleyball – Mondays, 6:30-9 p.m., outside the Meek Aquatics and Recreation Center 2v2 Cornhole & Spikeball – Tuesdays, 6:30-9 p.m., grass circle on Frat Hill Signups…
The Culture Corner 🌍🤝 – Sign Up to Host a Table!
One of the goals Reslife has for our students living on campus is to learn about Intercultural Community . We are asking your organization to send a few members who represent who you are and how you plan on incorporating…
Sept. 9 – Honors Ice Cream Social
Join the Honors Board for an ice cream social on Tuesday, Sept. 9, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in Merrick 301. This is a great opportunity to meet fellow honors program members! Please RSVP using the form link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKtTeDPH0J6YoUqRfMN8nHOQ7VXm4qxgenHUKHUphe-YDpZw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=113339496703696101481 OWU Sponsoring…
Join Us Today – New Student Drop-in Group
Starting college is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re offering a New Student Drop-in Group to offer a casual, supportive space to talk, listen, and connect with other students facing similar experiences—whether it’s stress, homesickness, academics, or…
Sept. 3 @ 7:30 p.m. – First Model UN Club Meeting
Join the Model UN club for our first meeting today, Sept. 3, in the Stuy Fishbowl! All are welcome, and this meeting will be used to introduce you to the other members and what the club is all about! Check…
Faith & the Outdoors, Wednesdays at 8 p.m.
Interested in connecting the Christian faith with outdoor learning? Come check out the Outdoor Ministry Team (OMT). We focus on faith exploration, outdoor skills, and fun with a purpose! Our first meeting is tonight, Sept. 3, at 8 pm. in…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Sept. 5 Blackboard Updates
Here come more feature enhancements and bug fixes for Anthology’s Blackboard learning management system, appearing in a web browser or mobile app near you on Thursday, Sept. 5. The September 2024 release is robust with features in these areas and more: Instructional…
Looking for a Trailbound Club Advisor!
Hello! I am working on starting a new club called Trailbound, an outdoor club that does activities like hiking, paddle boarding, rock climbing, ice skating, high ropes courses, camping, and more! The club would meet about 4-7 times a year depending…
Ombuds Support for Staff and Faculty
Have you encountered a situation at work that has you stressed? Do you need to process a conflict with someone who can provide an impartial perspective and concrete suggestions for how to move forward? Do you need to share information…
University Classifieds
Airpods Pro Found Oct. 3
Apple Airpods Pro has been found near Bradford Milligan Hall. Please claim in the Public Safety office, Welch Hall, 133. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Department Of Public Safety Contact: Misty Teter at psafety@owu.edu
Daisy Update!
Hello! Thank you to everyone who voted for Daisy! She won’t be moving onto the next round but placed 4th in the quarter-finals so that is pretty great! I appreciate everyone who voted for her and sent encouraging messages! OWU…
Airpods Case found outside SLUs Sept. 29
Airpods case gen 1 found on the street outside of the Small Living Units on Sept. 29. No AirPods were inside the case. The case appears to be slightly damaged; the top does not fully close. To claim, contact Kelly…
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