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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
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
🎤 Sept. 18 @ 9 p.m. – Karaoke Night🎶
🎤Step up to the mic and sing your favorite songs at Karaoke Night! Join us on the Smith Stairs on Thursday, Sept. 18, from 9-11 p.m. for music, laughter, and unforgettable performances🎶. Don’t miss your chance to shine! Presented by…
Sept. 19 @ 5:30 p.m. – Souled Out Welcome Night
Looking for a place to connect, recharge, and have a good time? Join us for Souled Out Welcome Night hosted by the Souled Out Young Adult Group of Soul Restoration Ministry in collaboration with Rafiki! This special evening is open…
🎶🎧 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…
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
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…
Vote for Daisy! Voting Ends Tonight at 10!
Hello! Thank you to everyone who has voted for Daisy so far! She is in 4th place now but needs to be in 1st place by Sept. 29 (tonight) at 10 p.m. to make it to the semi-finals. Daisy and…
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