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Campuswide News & Events
March 19 – Statewide Tornado Drill with Sirens Set for 9:50 a.m.
At 9:50 a.m. Wednesday, March 19, Delaware County will participate in a statewide tornado drill. Expect to hear sirens at this time. With spring’s potentially unstable weather, please note the outdoor warning siren protocol: During a tornado warning, the sirens…
Research Participants Needed!
Dr. Kennard is seeking faculty members and autistic undergraduate students to participate in a study she is conducting on the university classroom experience. All faculty can participate so long as they have some experience with teaching students who are autistic. Undergraduate…
March 23 @ 7 p.m. – Aubrey Gerhardt Senior Recital
Aubrey Gerhardt ’25 presents her senior clarinet recital on Sunday, March 23, at 7 p.m., featuring works by Gershwin, Françaix, Brahms, Kohán, and Sarasate. The performance will be in Jemison Auditorium in Sanborn Hall. Admission is free. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office:…
March 18-21 @ Noon – SEAL House Project: Raffle for Cancer Wellness Center
For my SEAL house project, I will be tabling in Ham-Wil during the lunch hour (March 18-21) to raise money for Stewart’s Caring Place! Stewart’s is a cancer wellness center. They offer services to cancer patients and their families free…
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. If interested, please…
March 20 @ 7 p.m. – An Ohio Story (Vogel Lecture)
Please join the History Department for the 39th Joseph & Edith Vogel Lecture on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 7 p.m., in Benes Room AB, Hamilton-Williams Campus Center. Michael C. Pierce, Ph.D, Associate Professor from the University of Arkansas, is…
OWU Connection News & Events
Feb. 15 @ 6 p.m. – Pre-Health Shadowing Kick-Off!
Are you interested in pursuing a career in the Health Care field? You’re in luck! The Career Connection is looking for 25 students to shadow, have career conversations, and engage in mentoring with our Medical Professional Alumni Partners! Register and…
Feb. 13 @ 7:30 p.m. – 2024 Economic Outlook Conference
Are you interested in the future state of the global, national, and regional economies? Join us for the 2024 Economic Outlook Conference! Three experts will share their forecasts for the local, national, and international economies during the annual conference organized…
NEW Career Exploration Pilot Program – Register Today!
*NEW* Harness the Power of YOU: A Career Exploration Pilot Program! Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or a bit clueless when it comes to thinking about careers or majors? Do you get anxious when asked “if you choose that major, what are you…
100+ Time Slots Available for OWU Alumni Partner Career Conversations!
Have you ever wondered how OWU alumni got to where they are in their careers? Have you been wondering what next steps to take? Career Connection is hosting two days of Alumni Partners Career Conversations! These conversations will occur THIS…
Feb. 29 @ 10 a.m. – Save the Date for the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge!
Save the date to join us at the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge! Watch as teams and individuals compete against peers in various disciplines to pitch their idea to a panel of judges with the chance to win the $3,000 grand…
Feb. 29 @ 9 a.m. – Environmental and Natural Resource Symposium
Join us during the Spring OWU Connection Conference for the Environmental & Natural Resource Symposium presented by The Woltemade Center for Economics, Business and Entrepreneurship. The main goal for this symposium is to engage OWU students, faculty, and staff, and…
Student News & Events
Oct. 3 @ 12 p.m. – Cold and Flu Prevention
Join the Bishop Way and the Student Health Center in the HWCC Atrium at noon on Friday, Oct. 3, from 12-1 p.m. for Cold and Flu Prevention! Stop by for tips on how to stay healthy this flu season, as…
RESCHEDULED: YDSA Introduction to Democratic Socialism Oct. 2
Join OWU’s longest-running progressive political organization in a casual chat about socialist thought. Learn from peers and find out how to get involved in socialism in central Ohio! We will be meeting at 6-7 p.m. this Thursday in the Stuyvesant…
Oct. 2 from 7-9 p.m. – Sturges-After-Dark Student Game Showcase, “TWINE12”
Join the English Department for an open house to celebrate our own TS 12: twelve semesters of interactive fiction games created by our students on the Twine platform. TS12 Fun and games! Door Prizes! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: English Department Contact:…
Oct. 3 @ 12:30 p.m. – Rhythms and Roots
Experience the vibrant sounds, movements, and flavors of Africa at Rhythms and Roots, organized by Rafiki! This cultural celebration highlights the richness of African traditions through music, dance, and food. Groove to the beats of Afrobeats music, enjoy dynamic performances…
Oct. 4 @ 10:30 a.m. – Free Fresh Start and Farmers’ Market Bingo
This Saturday, join The Kitchen for a SLU house project at the Main Street Delaware Farmers’ Market. Support local farmers as you cross off items from your bingo board like “a vegetable you haven’t heard of,” “Sourdough bread,” and “apple…
Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 – Walk to End Alzheimer’s Tabling
Circle K and Neurds will be tabling during the lunch hour (12-1 p.m.) in the Ham-Wil atrium to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association and to register people for the walk on Saturday, Oct. 4. Stop by to learn more…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Upcycling Center Needs Your Help!
Hey all, Did you know we have an Upcycling Center right here on campus? The Upcycling Center at OWU is a creative reuse space that accepts donations of items that can be reused to create one-of-a-kind works of art. I…
Oct. 12 – Explore the Women’s City Club – An Amazing Gift to Us All!
Happy 70th Birthday, WCC! Please join us for an open house birthday party! Saturday, Oct. 12, from 2 to 6 p.m. Women’s City Club, 135 N. Franklin St., Delaware Take this rare opportunity to tour this historic Victorian home that has…
Oct. 14 @ Noon – Come Learn About AI
Do you have questions about AI? Please join Barb Bird and Ashley Tschakert Foertmeyer on Monday, Oct. 14, 12-1 p.m., Slocum 201. Whether you have questions about which tools to use, how to redesign assignments, or how we will address equity…
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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