Exploring Majors
Did you know that “Undecided” is the most popular major at OWU? There is plenty of space in your degree to try out classes outside of a major. These might be General Education courses or “just because” courses. Add some…
Category Skills for Academic Success
Midterm Grades and Next Steps
Check your midterm grades. If grades aren’t where you would like them to be, you still have half of the semester to go – you have the power to impact your academic outcomes by using new approaches and resources. Communicate…
Getting Credit Where Credit Is Due
Have you received all of the Transfer or CCP credit you were expecting? Are your AP, IB, or A-Level test scores reflected in course credit? Check your DegreeAudit to see how transfer and exam credit have been applied. See OWU’s…
Reminder: Starfish Alerts – Don’t Panic
As a reminder, professors over the last two weeks used OWU’s Student Success Platform, Starfish, to share proactive alerts about missing or low grades. If you received one of these emails: Don’t Panic, Do Reach Out. These alerts are meant…
Starfish Alerts – Don’t Panic
Last week, professors used OWU’s Student Success Platform, Starfish, to share proactive alerts about missing or low grades. If you received one of these emails: Don’t Panic, Do Reach Out. These alerts are meant to provide early feedback and encourage…
Learn with the OWU Library
Learn with the OWU Library There is no shortage of ways the library can help with your academic success journey. Check out the following links to learn more about the services, spaces, and resources available to OWU students. From personalized…
How to Email Your Professors
How to Email / Communicate with Professors Check your OWU email at least once a day. Be patient. Don’t expect an immediate response when you send a message. Generally, two days is considered a reasonable amount of time to wait…
Take Action by Aug. 28: Last Chance to Add/Drop a Class
Thursday, August 28 is the last day to Add/Drop a full-semester or first-module class. During the first week of each semester, you can try your classes and adjust your schedule. If you are thinking of dropping a class or adding…
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 Karate, Mindfulness, Theatre Practicum, and more for 0.25 units of credit. Additional fees may apply. Contact the instructor if you’re not…
Withdrawing from a Spring Course – Should I Stay or Should I Go?
Withdrawing from a course is an option when you are certain you are no longer in a position to pass. Questions to Consider Before Withdrawing Have you talked with your professor about whether you can catch up in the class?…