Ohio Wesleyan invites you to celebrate our collective pride and the impact Bishops can make TOGETHER during We Are OWU!
WHAT
We Are OWU is our annual online, 1,842-minute (in honor of OWU’s founding year) giving day event at owu.edu/WeAreOWU.
WHEN
Noon EST February 14 until 6:42 p.m. EST February 15, 2024
WHO
Join the entire OWU community of faculty, staff, families, students, alumni, donors, and friends to support current students—including yours!
WHY
Funds raised during this event help provide student scholarships, cutting-edge technology, faculty resources, programs like the OWU Connection, and so much more. Last year, 120 current and past parents raised more than $13,000 for OWU!
Nancy Knapp Spain ’64 shares what she would tell others considering giving to OWU: “DO IT! Giving is exhilarating. One’s gift benefits a student personally and immediately. Furthermore, giving will engage you with OWU in ways you never expected. I am grateful that I have been transformed by the simple act of helping an OWU student.”
Together, we’ll make this day unforgettable and ensure our community’s legacy continues to thrive for your student. Let’s do this!
How can you get involved?
- Spread the word! Spread the word on social media and encourage others to join in the enthusiasm to invest in the advancement of Bishops. Follow our OWU Alumni Association accounts and the parent page for posts that you can easily re-share: Instagram | Facebook | Parent Facebook Page.
- Make a gift at owu.edu/WeAreOWU to help OWU reach our goal of 1,000 donors! Matching gift opportunities are available to amplify contributions.
- Check out our social media platforms for live campaign updates during We Are OWU.
- Encourage your student to be a part of the celebration! The campaign kicks off at noon in the Hamilton-Williams Atrium, and there are many prizes to be won! Students who make a gift can cast their vote for a special prize from President Matt vandenBerg. PLUS, senior students will have a special challenge gift opportunity! OWU will be posting more information in the OWU Daily for ways students can participate and show their Bishop Pride.
Ohio Wesleyan has celebrated 181 years of rich history and tradition, and its bright future continues with your generosity and support. Together, We Are OWU!
OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Annual Giving, University Advancement
Contact: Makenna Daniels at owfund@owu.edu