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Campuswide News & Events
Today @ 4:15 p.m. – Megan Pinto ’14 Reading
The English Department will welcome Megan Pinto ’14 today, Oct. 24, from 4:15 – 5:15 p.m. in the Milligan Room of Slocum Hall. Megan Pinto is the author of the poetry collection Saints of Little Faith, which engages with South Asian…
Get Your Limited Edition Jay Martin “The G.O.A.T.” T-Shirt!
Join us for an unforgettable celebration as we honor Coach Jay Martin, the winningest coach in NCAA soccer history! Let’s fill the stadium with fans wearing the exclusive “The G.O.A.T.” T-shirt! Details: Last Home Game – Oct. 26 Tailgate party before…
Oct. 28 @ 7 p.m. – Merrick Lecture with Dr. Khalil
The Department of Philosophy & Religion proudly presents this year’s Merrick Lecture, “How do we recognize an imam in America anyway?” by Dr. Nancy Khalil. The talk will be at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 28, in Benes Room B.…
Get Your Limited Edition Jay Martin “The G.O.A.T” T-Shirt!
Celebrate the winningest NCAA soccer coach in history! With only 2 home games left, don’t miss your chance to grab this exclusive tee. Show your support and honor the legacy of Coach Jay Martin. Available now, get them while they last!…
Oct. 24 @ 6:30 p.m. – Architect Charles Wellington Career Talk
Interested in becoming an architect? Want to learn about creative career options? Come listen as Charles Wellington, an OWU grad and architect, discusses his career and experiences. Thursday, Oct. 24, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at The Ross Art Museum. The event…
Oct. 27 – Women’s Rugby Fundraiser at Raising Cane’s
The Women’s Rugby team is having the “Raising Rugby” Fundraising event at the Delaware Raising Cane’s on Sunday, Oct. 27, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. The location of the participating Raising Cane’s is 720 Sunbury Road, Delaware, OH 43015.…
OWU Connection News & Events
This Week Is … STRENGTHS Week💪
Do you ever have a hard time answering the question “What are your biggest strengths?” Have you wondered how to use your strengths to avoid burnout and reach your potential? This week is for YOU! Dive more into your top…
TODAY @ 12 p.m. – “The World Awaits” Event
Please join us TODAY, Oct. 16, from 12-1 p.m. in Merrick 301 for “The World Awaits,” an event sponsored by the World Languages & Cultures Department. You will hear from seven students and one language instructor about OWU Connection experiences…
Nov. 1 @ 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…
Oct. 18 – Study Abroad Information Sessions (Two Times!)
The School for Field Studies (fieldstudies.org) offers programs around the world of special interest to those majoring in the biological and social sciences. Come and visit with SFS Institutional Liaison Mike Rainaldi to learn more — Wednesday, Oct. 18, from…
Oct. 18 @ Noon – Finance Lunch Chat
Professor Barbara MacLeod will discuss Finance requirements and course substitutions. You will also hear from a panel of Finance students as they talk about their summer internships followed by resume tips, recruiting timelines, and Career Connection resources! Please register with…
Oct. 25 @ 7 p.m. – Save the Date for Pitch OWU!
Save the date and join us at Pitch OWU! Watch teams and individuals compete against peers in various disciplines to pitch their business ideas to a panel of judges; the top three teams or individuals will receive funding to foster…
Student News & Events
April 28 @ 11:30 a.m. – Last Day on the JAY – Lunch with WCSA Student Affairs Committee
Come meet the student affairs committee on the JAYwalk from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. on April 28 for a special last day of school lunch! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: WCSA Contact: Hadiza Abdul Rahaman at wcsasac@owu.edu
May 1 – Therapy Dog Thursday at The Ross Museum
Join us 6-7 p.m. this Thursday, May 1, at the Ross Museum to visit Daisy and Tesla! Take a mental health break from studying and come cuddle with these adorable pooches OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan University Contact: Ruth Szukala…
April 30 – Join VIVA’s Final Event! Farewell Fiesta🎉
Kick off finals week with VIVA and Cooking Matters at our final event of the semester! Come enjoy a delicious home-cooked Cuban meal, games, music, and more. Join us this Wednesday from 2–4 p.m. at the Milligan Hub — we…
May 10 @ 9 a.m. – Graduating ’25 Seniors/Family Brunch
Graduating Class of 2025 Seniors (Save-the-Date): On the morning of Commencement, Saturday, May 10, between 9 and 11 a.m., please stop by the Benes Rooms with your family and guests to enjoy omelets, scrambled eggs, bacon, turkey sausage, breakfast potatoes,…
April 29 @ Noon – Free Frozen Treats Outside Mowry
Celebrate the last day of classes with a free frozen treat from Annual Giving. Stop by the Mowry Alumni Center from noon until 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29, and grab a popsicle or ice cream sandwich! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Annual…
Seeking an Advancement Operations Student Assistant for Summer 2025!
We’d love for you to join our fun team as Advancement Operations Summer Student Assistant! Apply by April 30 to: AO Summer Student Intern This position requires a dependable, self-starter with strong organizational and communication skills, a curiosity for analyzing and exploring data, and an…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
4:45 p.m. May 9 – Cheer on the Class of 2024 During Their Final Lap
Please join us as we cheer on members of the Class of 2024 during their Final Lap following Commencement rehearsal. We will gather along the Slocum walkway and JAYwalk on Thursday, May 9, at 4:45 p.m. as they pass by on…
Fac/Staff Partners at Camp Oh-Wooo: Interest Form Open!
Please complete this form to express your interest in volunteering to be a fac/staff partner for our Camp Oh-Wooo program. Camp Oh-Wooo runs Friday, Aug. 16 – Sunday, Aug. 18. Fac/Staff partners connect and form relationships with incoming new students…
Annual May Roach Lunch Paused This Year
With the numerous recent opportunities for campus gatherings (Inauguration Week events, Day on the JAY, Commencement, etc.) and out of respect for the enormous work of staff, the Roach Lunch, typically held the Monday after Commencement, is paused for this…
University Classifieds
Seeking Donations of Bilingual Reading Materials
For my house project, I am collecting donations (either directly of books or funds to purchase books) for a library I volunteered with while studying abroad in Puembo, Ecuador. The community library in Puembo provided a great home and community…
Free 12-inch iPad Cases Available at Career Connections!
Career Connections has 2, 12-inch, black, flip iPad cases available to give to students. If you are interested, please stop by our office in HWCC #324, anytime between Monday -Thursday from 12 PM – 2 PM. It is first come…
Lost Glasses?
A pair of glasses was found outside of Bradford Milligan Hall & turned into Public Safety. If you believe these could be yours, please stop by our office located in Welch Hall, describe the glass frame color to us &…
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