First-Year Hacks

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…

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…

Take Care of Your Mental Health

For first-year students at OWU, we understand that the transition to college can bring about a mix of emotions and challenges. To provide you with a supportive space and valuable resources, Counseling Services is offering a weekly back to school…