Category First-Year Hacks

Couldn’t Get Into a Course? Here’s What to Do.

Some classes may have been full when you went to register. If you are were not able to add all of the classes you wanted at first, there are a variety of resources available to help. You can contact your…

Never Miss a Deadline – Subscribe to the Academic Calendar

The Academic Calendar contains essential dates, such as registration, add/drop and withdraw deadlines, and semester start/end dates. Add it to your Google Calendar so you never miss an important deadline.  How to Add the OWU Academic Calendar to Your Google…

Course Withdraw Deadline is Oct. 29th

Withdrawing from a course is an option when you are certain you are no longer in a position to pass with a D- or higher. The deadline to withdraw from a full-semester class is October 29. To Withdraw, use the…

Registration is Coming! Are you Ready?

Freshmen registration for Spring classes opens at 7 AM on Thurs, Nov 7 (or sooner, if you transferred in lots of credit).  Meet with your advisor and add classes to your Cart in Self-Service ahead of time. Unlike over the…

Peer Advising – Get a Student Perspective

Peer Advising is now available! Meet with a Peer Advisor to learn registration tips and course search hacks, explore majors, and understand degree requirements. This conversation can also help you be more prepared for decision making and deeper conversations with…

Are You Ready for Registration?

Check out this playlist of registration tips, from preparing for an advising meeting to what to do if registration doesn’t go as planned. Tips for Successful Registration – YouTube Playlist. Check out the Academic Calendar to see when registration opens…

Mid-Semester Break

Break is a great time to get caught up on readings, assignments, projects, etc. It’s also a wonderful time to look at your syllabi to see what is coming up in your courses, and potentially work ahead a little by…

Add a Second-Module Course

Looking for some scheduled fun? Second-module courses meet for the second half of the semester. Topics include activities like Bowling, Jujitsu, Mindfulness, and more for 0.25 units of credit. Additional fees may apply. Contact the instructor if you’re not sure…

Attend the OWU Connection Conference Thursday!

Please join us for a dynamic day of learning and exploration on Thursday, September 26, at the Connection Conference from 9am-4pm. The Conference is an experience that inspires students to see themselves in any and every part of the Connection…

What Are Office Hours? Why Should I Go to Them?

In high school, going to the office might be something you want to avoid. In college, office hours are student hours. What are office hours and how do you find them? Office hours are an open time for you to…