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Campuswide News & Events
OWU Daily Submission Form Issue
Please note that if you submit items to the OWU Daily, you won’t receive the typical auto-generated confirmation of your submission. We’re working to upgrade the form to fix this. If you have any questions, please contact Cole Hatcher at…
Retirement Reception for Will Kopp – May 5, 4-5:30 p.m. in Merrick 301
Join us for a retirement reception celebrating Will Kopp! For nearly 12 years, Will has shaped and shared OWU’s story with creativity, passion, and vision. Stop by Merrick 301 on Monday, May 5, from 4-5:30 p.m. to thank him and…
🎓❤️ Make a Senior Smile – Sign the ’25 Kudoboard
As graduation approaches, join us in celebrating the accomplishments of this year’s seniors. Share a personal message of congratulations, encouragement, or a favorite memory on the official OWU Class of 2025 Kudoboard. You can even add photos or videos! Click…
Education Honorary Kappa Delta Pi Congratulates Seniors
The Alpha Alpha Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi International Education Honorary congratulates senior members: Jennifer Allen, Brynn Blackstone, Emily Dunn, Caroline Fleming, Lauren Gerber, Sydney Good, Erika Harris, Jacob Hinger, Hannah Huffman, Gen Maddox, Grace Martin, Allie Maziarz, Sarah Mazzei,…
Education Honorary Inducts 24 New Members into Kappa Delta Pi
The Alpha Alpha Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi International Education Honorary inducted new members during the Spring 2025 induction ceremony. New members are: Brynn Blackstone, Katie Davis, Emily Dunn, Annabel Fauver, Lauren Gerber, Jenna Harmon, Henry Holman, Hannah Huffman, Ryleigh…
Volunteers Needed for Commencement – May 10!
Commencement is fast approaching on Saturday, May 10, and we still need plenty of volunteers to help make the day a success! This special event is a time to celebrate our graduates, and we’d love your support to ensure everything runs…
OWU Connection News & Events
Women in Economics & Business – Apply for a $1,500 Scholarship!
Women in economics and business, apply for a $1,500 scholarship! The Woltemade Center for Economics, Business, and Entrepreneurship has launched an exciting new scholarship aimed at fostering opportunities for women in the fields of economics and business. The Woltemade Center’s…
TODAY! Bishop Brag Day!
Have you completed or will you complete an internship, research work, or extensive volunteer work anytime from Summer 2023 – Summer 2024? Then be sure to stop by the HWCC Atrium TODAY, APRIL, 17, from 11-2 to brag about your…
Identities Abroad Pre-Departure Lunches (April 25, 29, 30)
We bring our full selves when we travel abroad. These sessions are focused on hearing first-hand lived experiences from Global Majority/ students of color, 2SLGBTQIA+ folx, and those who may not have traveled internationally. The discussion will include how our identities shape our experiences and…
Bishop Brag Day!
Have you completed or will you complete an internship, research work, or extensive volunteer work anytime from Summer 2023 – Summer 2024? Then be sure to stop by HWCC – Atrium on Spirit Day APRIL 17 from 11-2 to brag about…
Small Grant Program for the 23/24 Academic Year is Now Closed
The Small Grant Program provides funds on a rolling basis to support signature projects. All budgeted funds have now been awarded, so the program is closed for the 2023-2024 academic year. Questions? Email iocp@owu.edu. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact: Darrell Albon at iocp@owu.edu
Blaine Grimes Grant Applications DUE TODAY!
Do you have a summer internship lined up? Would you like up to $2,000 while you intern? Applications for the Blaine Grimes Grant are now DUE TODAY! Grants are available for up to $2,000 for summer internships. Interested students who…
Student News & Events
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,…
Honor Dr. King’s Legacy – Volunteer with Us!
Honor Dr. King’s Legacy – Volunteer with Us! The MLK Committee invites you to be part of something meaningful this Jan. 19, 2026, as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We need YOU! Whether…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Submit to News for OWU Families before the Friday, Jan. 10, Deadline!
News for OWU Families is accepting posts for the January edition. Please submit news for parents and families using this News for OWU Families form by noon on Friday, Jan. 10. The issue will be sent on Wednesday, Jan. 15. Consider submitting information regarding business…
Lunch & Learn: How the Library Makes Your Job Easier
Please join us for the launch of OWU’s NEW Lunch & Learn series, “How the Library Makes Your Job Easier” on Tuesday, Dec. 17, from 12-1 p.m. in Merrick 301. Wondering how to access library resources as a staff member?…
Early Check Run Dec. 18 Before Winter Break
Due to the winter break beginning on Dec. 19, Accounting will be completing that week’s check run early on WEDNESDAY, Dec. 18. Concur expense reports and cash advances will be processed on Monday, Dec. 16. The check run will be…
University Classifieds
Found: AirPods at Smith
Two 3rd-gen AirPods in white case. Found in the grass outside south entrance (door between gym and gaming room) of Smith Hall East at 8:30 am on Saturday, 2 To inquire, email amkennedy@owu.edu or text 740-816-0433. Contact: Grey Kennedy at amkennedy@owu.edu
Looking for Someone to Carpool with to Columbus
Hey all! I am working part-time in Columbus (OSU/Short North area) and am looking for someone to carpool with. If you go to and from Columbus during the week (Tuesday, Thursdays 10:30 am – 5 pm), please reach out to…
Car For Sale
BMW 328i X Drive for sale. Clean Title at 119K miles. Recently serviced and replaced starter, engine strap belt, crankcase ventilation, blower motor and new tires. Text me at (718) 210-7707 to check it out. Asking price is $9,000 but…
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