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Campuswide News & Events
Feb. 12 – Strand Theatre Screening of Foster Child Adoption Film and Social Justice Panel Discussion
The Strand Theatre is partnering with the Unity Community Center to present a screening of “Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot” and a panel discussion on social justice/community involvement as part of the theatre’s Delaware Community Conversations: Meaningful…
Feb. 7 – Bookstore/Print Services/Faculty & Staff Mail Bins Closed
The OWU Bookstore will be closed for inventory on Friday, Feb. 7, and Saturday, Feb. 8. This closure also affects Print Services and the Faculty/Staff mail bins. Print Services will be closed on Friday, Feb. 7, and there will be…
Feb. 8 – Slither Into Prosperity: Lunar New Year Celebration!
Horizons welcomes you to the Year of the Snake! On this Saturday, 5 – 7:30 p.m., celebrate Lunar New Year 2025 with the OWU community! Join us for an evening filled with cultural traditions, delicious FREE food, and festive performances—including…
Feb. 19 & Feb. 20 – 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…
Nominate outstanding full-time faculty members for teaching awards
Students, faculty, staff, and alumni are invited to nominate their favorite faculty member or colleague. Simply fill out the form: select an award, choose an eligible nominee, and explain why they deserve the honor. Find more details and past winners here.…
Feb. 6 @ 4:30 p.m. – Reception for Fine Arts Spring Show 2025!
Celebrate the juried artwork and congratulate the Award Winners at the Reception for the 2025 Spring Show in the Werner Gallery inside Edgar Hall this Thursday, Feb. 6 from 4:30-6 p.m. Awards will be announced at 5 p.m.! The exhibit…
OWU Connection News & Events
Jan. 29 @ Noon – New York Arts Program Virtual Info Session
Join us on Zoom on Monday, Jan. 29, at 12 p.m. ET to learn more about spending a semester living, working, and creating in NYC with the New York Arts Program. Artists of all kinds can come to NYC for…
Jan. 27 @ 11 a.m. – Career Roundtable with Humanities Alumni
LEARN how to translate your humanities skills into careers this Sat., Jan. 27, at 11 a.m. in Corns Hall 312. Hear from OWU Alumni who majored in the humanities how they got their career start, how they navigated the challenges,…
Jan. 29 @ 11:30 a.m. – SFS Study Abroad Tabling
Are you interested in studying abroad with The School for Field Studies (SFS)? Meet with Mike Rainaldi and discuss programs available on six continents on Monday, Jan.29, over the noon hour in the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Atrium. If you would like…
🎓✨Jan. 24 @ 7 p.m. – SENIORS: FINAL Real Life 101 Info Session!✨🎓
Nervous about graduation and life after college? Not to worry! Career Connection is inviting you to attend an information session for the Real Life 101 program — a program for Senior students dedicated to easing the transition from Ohio Wesleyan…
Today from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Featured Employer Visit! ✨
Welcome back to campus, Bishops! To start the year strong, the Career Connection team is hosting 3 Featured Employers in the Ham-Wil Atrium today, Jan. 18, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.! Featured at this spotlight will be: Camp Otyokwah City Year Crumbl…
Jan. 30 @ Noon – Woltemade Big Problem Challenge Workshop, $3,000 Prize!
Are you interested in social entrepreneurship? Do you have big ideas that could generate social change? Are you motivated to alleviate a problem that could improve regional environmental conditions? Prepare for the Woltemade Big Problem Challenge ($3,000 prize) with a workshop focused…
Student News & Events
Sept. 11 from 4-6 p.m. – St. Peter’s @ OWU Outreach
Join us in the lobby of Simpson Querrey Fitness Center for giveaways of drinks, snacks, and school supplies. This is a monthly event on the second Thursday of each month. We will also be available for discussion and prayer requests.…
Sept. 15 @ 12 p.m. – Crafting Cultura: DIY Keychain Event
Join us in Merrick on Monday, Sept. 15, from 12-1 p.m. to kick off Latiné Heritage Month. We will provide all the charms, beads, and clasps necessary to make custom keychains inspired by traditional Latiné flags and decorations. In addition,…
TODAY @ Noon – Performative Male Contest on the JAYwalk
Come and be as performative as possible; we’re talking matcha, vinyl, totes, baggy clothes. Top three performative males win vinyl, including Lana Del Rey and others! Performative women and NBs also welcome! No need to RSVP, just show up and…
Today, Sept. 9 – Honors Ice Cream Social
Join the Honors Board for an ice cream social TODAY, 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 Organization/Office:…
Sept. 11 @ 6 p.m. – Sticker Making Chill Night
Make your own stickers at the Ross Art Museum using our sticker-making machine. Join us from 6-8 p.m. with snacks! Sticker Making Chill Night Date: 2025-09-11 Time: 6-8 p.m. Location: Richard M. Ross Art Museum OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ross Art…
Sept. 10 – Grow with OWU: Plant Sale to Support the OWL Program
Brighten your dorm, office, or home with a new leafy friend—and support the OWL Program at the same time! We’ll have a variety of small plants for sale, including succulents, jade, cactus, and philodendron. Perfect for desks, windowsills, or gifting!…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Aug. 14 @ 9 a.m. – Welcome Back Gathering
Faculty & Staff: Please plan to attend the Welcome Back Gathering from 9-10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, in the Benes Rooms, Hamilton-Williams Campus Center. Come catch up with friends and learn what’s happening at OWU. Coffee and donuts will be…
Former Faculty Member Dr. Fay Carol Reed Passes Away
We are sad to report that Fay Carol Reed, BSN, Ph.D., founding dean of the former Riverside School of Nursing at Ohio Wesleyan University, passed away Aug. 8. Fay Carol served as the dean and a professor of nursing at…
Join the Opening Convocation Celebration – Welcome our Newest Bishops Aug. 15
Opening Convocation is almost here! All staff and faculty are invited to participate: walk in the processional, sit together in the front seating section during the ceremony, and form the First Lap tunnel. Wear your regalia or OWU gear. Registering ahead to participate…
University Classifieds
Selling Refrigerator and Microwave
I am selling a refrigerator for $75 and a microwave for $50. The fridge has a freezer attached with dimensions of 18.5 x 19.37 x 32.95 inches. It is a sizable white refrigerator with a separate drawer for fruits and…
Summer Tour Guides Needed
The Admission Office is in need of summer tour guides. Please complete the application if interested. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Admission Office Contact: Julie Weller at jkweller@owu.edu
LOST AIRPODS, PLEASE RETURN
I lost my AirPods with a clear case cover and a smiley face on it. If you find it, please email me mknguyen@owu.edu! Thank you. Contact: Millie Nguyen at mknguyen@owu.edu
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