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Campuswide News & Events
Nov. 5 @ 7 p.m. – Hispanic Film Festival continues with Spanish Film: 20,000 Especies De Abejas (2023)
The Fall ’24 Hispanic Film Festival continues Tuesday, Nov. 5, with the Spanish Film 20,000 Especies de abejas (Dir. Estibaliz Urresola Solaguren, 2023). Join us for the screening of this award-winning film and participate in the Q&A discussion afterward. Go to…
NEW Transcript Articles: Read About Student Perspectives on Campus Issues!
Want to read about the happenings on campus? Want to hear from students on OWU issues? Read The Transcript! We are a student-run online publication, and we post new articles every Friday. Find our website here. Check out our Instagram @transcriptowu for…
Community Care Week Schedule – Nov. 4-8
Community Care Week is dedicated to promoting well-being, connection, and support within our community. Throughout the week there are events and activities designed to help individuals unwind, connect, and care for themselves and others. From de-stress drop-ins to dance lessons…
Nov. 1 and 2 @ 8 p.m. – Musical Theatre Scenes, European Staycation
Wish you could go to Europe but can’t spare the time or cash? No worries! The OWU Department of Performing Arts presents European Staycation, a dynamic grouping of scenes from the musicals Cabaret (Kander & Ebb), Natasha Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 (Malloy), and Les…
Nov. 3 @ 3 p.m. – OWU Violin and Piano Guest Recital
Dr. Mariko Kaneda, piano, and Leonid Polonksy, violin, will perform in Jemison Auditorium at 3 p.m. on Nov. 3. They will feature works by Handel, Beethoven, Brahms, and Franck. Admission is free. Please visit the OWU Music Instagram page for…
Oct. 31 @ 5 p.m. – Trick or Treat at the Museum!
Come Trick or Treat at The Ross Museum, vote on our creepiest artwork, and get a full-size candy bar when you vote! From 5-9 p.m. on Halloween Night, Oct. 31. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Richard M. Ross Art Museum Contact: Ruth…
OWU Connection News & Events
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…
Pitch OWU Submission Deadline TODAY!
Do you have a big idea? Do you have a solution to a problem that you believe could change the world? Calling all OWU Students to apply for Pitch OWU, sponsored by The Woltemade Center! SUBMISSION DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO…
Student News & Events
Student Accounts Deadlines and Updates
Please read this for important information that will affect students who plan to use payment plan options this fall or who have outstanding balances of $100 or more and are not enrolled in a payment plan before August 1, 2025.…
Student Mailroom hours for June
During June, the Student Mailroom will be open Monday-Thursday from 1:30-3 p.m., closed on Friday. The Student Mailroom will also be closed June 11-19. Thank you. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Student Mailroom Contact: Diana Brooks at mailroom@owu.edu
Academic Skills Support for Summer Classes
Do you need help managing your time in your online summer class? Do you have difficulty staying accountable when there’s no face-to-face class time? Do you just want to work on improving your academic skills over the summer? Look no…
TODAY @ 6 p.m. – Mario Kart Tournament!
All students are invited to compete in our Mario Kart Tournament at the Ross Art Museum from 6-8:30 p.m. today, May 8! The tournament is hosted by the Ross and the OWU Video Games Club. Prizes! Snacks! Fun! OWU Sponsoring…
Pick Up Your Commencement Tickets – by THURS @ Noon
Pick up your guests’ commencement tickets by noon on Thursday, 5/8, in the Academic Affairs Office, University Hall 107. Tickets not picked up by the deadline will be held at the will-call table inside the east Field House entrance for…
Bishop Scholars: Fall ’25 Tutor Interest Form
Become a part of the Bishop Scholars program for the 2025-26 academic year! We are seeking energized and committed students to tutor elementary youth in Delaware City Schools, Columbus City Schools, and Columbus Bilingual Academy North. Tutoring days include Monday,…
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
Japanese Tutor Wanted – $35/hour
Japanese tutor wanted for a local high school student. Private, in-person lessons are preferred; willing to meet at or near OWU. $35/hour for regular lessons – schedule and pay rate are flexible! Contact C. Neeper at (614) 406-7472 or candy_n24@hotmail.com.…
Ring Found
A ring was found on Sandusky Street, between Edgar Hall and University Hall. If you lost a ring, please contact Brian Emerick at bjemerick@owu.edu with a description. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Ohio Wesleyan University. Contact: Brian Emerick at bjemerick@owu.edu
MISSING: Samsung Adaptive Fast Charger
I’m missing my Samsung fast charger. It’s a chunky, oddly shaped block with the words “Adaptive Fast Charger” or something similar printed on it. If anyone could return it to me, I’d be extremely grateful! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: self Contact:…
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