Chat Live With Current OWU Students!
Now that you are a Bishop, it’s time to hear from current Bishops about what it takes to succeed – and how to decorate a dorm room, of course! We’ll have OWU students live on Tuesday, April 23 at 7:00pm…
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i³ Video of the Week: I’m Talking About Talking About the Way That We Talk
Meet Ashley Kennard, Ohio Wesleyan’s Assistant Professor of Communication. Watch Dr. Kennard’s mini-lecture titled “I’m Talking About Talking About the Way That We Talk.” Dr. Kennard’s lecture is part of OWU’s signature event, i³: Ideas. Insight. Imagination. OWU held the…
This Week’s OWU Lingo: WCSA
WCSA noun, organization /DUB-uh-lyoo-SEE-ES-ay/ WCSA is an acronym that stands for Wesleyan Council on Student Affairs. This organization, established in 1973, is Ohio Wesleyan’s student government and the bridge between you and the administration, faculty, and staff. WCSA hosts Town Hall…
Discover Delaware: The Strand Theatre
“I love the Strand Theatre! They have a good deal for OWU students and we love to see movies there!” – Grace Luxon ’26 The Strand Theatre, 28 E. Winter Street (6-minute walk from campus) “The Strand Theatre, situated in…
This Week’s OWU Lingo: Ham-Will
Ham-Will noun, place /hæm-wɪl/ Ham-Will is the shortened name for Hamilton-Williams Campus Center. You’ll recognize Ham-Will by its distinctive green roof, and you’ll soon get to know this space well. Ham-Will’s top highlights to know about before you start at…
Discover Delaware: First Friday (Downtown)
“First Fridays are always a fun way to get into downtown and see what’s happening in Delaware. Sometimes, the Marching Bishops will play for [the crowd]!” – Kathy Habian ’25 First Fridays, N. Sandusky Street (2-minute walk from campus) First…
Apply for the Summer Bridge Program!
The Summer Bridge Program at Ohio Wesleyan University is a free, three-week residential experience program with academic credit to provide first-year students with the skills needed to thrive at OWU. Students will take part in a learning experience intended to…
Discover Delaware: Our College Town
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Super inclusive, diverse, and overall an incredible and safe place to live in. The community is very welcoming and it’s a great place to meet new people and to be able to form your own group of friends.” Current…
This Week’s OWU Lingo: Oh-Wooo
OH-WOOO expression, see also OWU /oh-wooo/ or /OWU/ It sounds basic, but when you see OWU…don’t say O-Double-You-You. It’s Oh-Wooo! It’s an expression that captures the energy and excitement of our community. You’ll see it printed on campus vehicles, your Camp…
Counseling Services at OWU
As you and your family prepare for college, you may wonder what options are available for your mental health and wellness. One such option is OWU Counseling Services. Our office strives to assist our diverse population of students through mental…