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Campuswide News & Events
Sept. 30 @ 7 p.m. – Smith Lecture, Free to Public
2024 Smith Lecture: Sept. 30 at 7 p.m. – A Tale of Two Slave Traders: Lincoln and the Destruction of the Transatlantic Slave Trade The Department of History is pleased to welcome Jonathan W. White, Ph.D. a professor of American Studies…
Sept. 14, 9 a.m. @ JAYwalk – Suicide Prevention Walk
The Delaware Suicide Prevention Coalition will be hosting a walk to raise awareness about suicide prevention. The event will begin at 9 a.m. on the JAYwalk on Saturday, Sept. 14. There will be multiple vendors and activities leading up to…
Today @ 12:10 p.m. – Democracy Matters: Decoding the Debate
Did you watch the presidential debate? Did you find it confusing? Annoying? What are the candidates arguing about? Can a president even do anything about the economy, reproductive rights, or the environment? Come talk to your professors and fellow students…
Sept. 14 from 4-7 p.m. – Guests to Tour Slocum Reading Room
The Slocum Reading Room is part of this year’s Hidden Spaces ticketed tours presented by Main Street Delaware. Guests will tour the space intermittently between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. The guests will be accompanied by an…
Expanded Access to Adobe Creative Cloud
We are excited to announce that Ohio Wesleyan has acquired a site license for Adobe Creative Cloud, providing our entire campus community with access to a wide range of powerful creative tools! What This Means for You: Access for All: All…
Sept. 11 @ Noon – Democracy Matters: Decode the Debates
Are you watching the presidential debates? Do you find them confusing? Annoying? Do you wonder what the candidates are arguing about? Can a president even DO anything about the economy, reproductive rights, the environment? Come talk to your professors and…
OWU Connection News & Events
Sept. 7&8 – Q&A Sessions to Explore Medical, Dental, and Healthcare Careers
Are you a first- or second-year student curious about a future in the healthcare field? Whether you are contemplating medical school, dental school, or any other health-related profession, we’ve got answers to your burning questions! Come and join us for…
Sept. 6 @ 11:30 a.m. – Career Communities & Crumbl Cookies!
Wednesday, Sept. 6: Drop by the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Atrium anytime between 11:30 – 1:30 and meet your people! The Career Connection team will be on hand to get you connected with your Career Community (students with similar interests, passions,…
Sept. 5 @ Noon – Demystifying the Path to Grad School with Career Connection
Hoping to apply to Grad/Professional School (including Ph.D. programs)? This is your opportunity to get the inside scoop and prepare yourself for this rigorous task! During this session, you will learn about each step involved in applying for programs. You…
Sept. 12 @ Noon – Join us for the Pitch OWU Workshop!
Do you have a big idea? Do you have a solution to a problem that you believe could change the world? Are you interested in participating in Pitch OWU but don’t know where to start? Join us for our Pitch…
Oct. 6 – Represent OWU at the Propel Ohio Conference
Propel Ohio is an annual, nonpartisan conference sponsored by U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown. It brings together college students from around Ohio to discuss important issues facing Ohio’s colleges. This year’s theme is civic engagement in Ohio colleges. Speakers include Sen.…
Fall OWU Connection Conference – Featuring YOU!
Have you taken part in an OWU Connection experience? We’d love to feature YOU at the fall OWU Connection Conference! On Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, normal classes at OWU will pause and the campus will transform into a professional conference…
Student News & Events
Feb. 24 @ 7 p.m. – Sex Positive Bingo in the Benes Rooms!
Monday, Feb. 24 from 7-9 p.m. in the Benes Rooms. Grab your friends and stop by Ham-Wil on Monday evening for Bingo mixed with sexual wellness-related trivia games and demonstrations! Prizes will include sex toys and other sexual wellness products!…
Participate in Neuroscience Research Study and get a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card!
We are conducting a Cognitive Neuroscience Research Study to examine the use of cognitive control during gameplay. Participants will complete a 1-hour session. We will collect your behavioral responses during the video game to assess cognitive control. No prior gaming…
Last Day To Submit Travel Abroad Applications For Fall 2025!
If you are considering traveling abroad in fall semester, today is your last day to submit an application. Please reach out to the IOCP office if you have any questions or concerns! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: IOCP Contact: Kelsey Eckhert at…
Feb. 23 @ 1 p.m. – DIY Trail Mix and Nature Hike
Join the ENVS Board at Delaware State Park this Sunday (Feb. 23). We’ll meet in the Smith parking lot loop at 1 p.m. – please bring your own container to make your own trail mix with provided fixins’. Please reach…
Height Preferences Within Queer Dating Culture
Do you want to be in a documentary? My name is Dani, and I’m a senior majoring in communication. For my COMM 499 capstone project, I am creating a short documentary on height preferences among LGBTQ+ students at OWU when…
Ends Feb. 24 – Biology Dept. T-Shirt & Hoodie Sale
The Biology Department is selling T-shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts in a variety of fun colors and inclusive sizes. Prices start at $20, and orders will be available for pickup in March. Don’t miss out—order yours today and show off your…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Present Your Child’s Diploma (Cover) at Commencement
OWU has a longstanding tradition at commencement in which faculty/staff/trustees may present their child’s diploma (cover) on stage. It is a very special moment! If your child is graduating and walking in commencement on May 11, and you wish to…
April 5 Deadline – Faculty Mentor Form: Student Symposium
The Faculty Mentor Form for the Spring Student Symposium is due at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 5. Please reach out if you have questions. Thank you. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: OWU Connection Contact: Jill Hayes at connect@owu.edu
Blackboard Updates for April
Each month, Anthology releases feature updates and bug fixes for Blackboard Learn. Here is what’s coming this Thursday, April 4. Follow a link to learn more. The April 2024 release is robust with features in these areas: Instructional design; Competency…
University Classifieds
2022-23 First-Generation Internship Opportunities with University Communications
Applications due to Career Services no later than 11:59 p.m. April 5 for these First-Generation Student Internships with University Communications. OWU Connection Communications Intern OWU Magazine Editorial Assistant Intern OWU Senior Class Communications Intern The successful candidate for the OWU…
FOUND: Silver Ring in Edgar Women’s Restroom
Contact Tammy Wallace at #3606 to describe the silver ring. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Fine Arts Department. Contact: Tammy Wallace at tpwallac@owu.edu
2022-23 StAP Internship – Student Illustrator with University Communications
Applications are due to Career Services no later than 11:59 p.m. April 5 for a Student Illustrator position with University Communications. The Student Illustrator Intern will complete illustration assignments for print, social media, apparel, and web. The intern will gain…
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