Category Campus Life & Academics

Let’s Celebrate Your Senior with Swag!

In recognition of your student’s achievements, OWU has created several banner and yard sign designs to print and display in your yard, home, or at graduation festivities. Or, if you prefer, download a graphic to share on social media and…

Is your Bishop Graduating in May 2026?

Commemorate your graduating Bishop by making a gift in their honor to the Class of 2026 Senior Class Gift. Gifts of any size build the class legacy, and students who make a gift or have a gift made in their…

May 8 @ 9 p.m. – Enjoy the Stars at OWU’s Perkins Observatory

After the Baccaulaureate ceremony, you’re invited to explore the night sky from 9-11 p.m. Friday, May 8, with Don Stevens, director of OWU’s Perkins Observatory. Content varies based on weather conditions, but may include a planetarium show, observatory tours, and…

OWU Librarianship Career Panel – Tuesday, April 21 at 7 pm

Ever wondered where a passion for information and libraries can take students? Students and OWU Alumni will gather on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the Benes Rooms to discuss the diverse world of librarianship. Whether students are…

May 9 – Join Us for a Post-Commencement Celebration!

The diplomas are in hand—now it is time to celebrate your graduate’s remarkable achievements! Immediately following the Commencement Ceremony, we invite all students, families, and guests to join faculty and staff in the Hamilton-Williams Student Center (Benes Rooms). Enjoy light…

OWU Lands Three Grants Supporting Student Success

Ohio Wesleyan University (OWU) recently received three grants strengthening academic research and campus dialogue. National Science Foundation (NSF) — SHARE Program: The Sponsored Research and Projects Office received an NSF grant for the Supporting and Harmonizing Research Endeavors (SHARE) Program.…

New Flexibility in Dining Plan for Students

At Ohio Wesleyan, your student’s experience on campus matters—and that includes how, when, and where they dine. Over the academic year, many students shared feedback about wanting more flexibility, greater convenience, and additional options in Ham-Wil. We’ve been listening! We’re…

April 24: Deadline to Submit Accessibility Requests for Commencement Ceremony

Ohio Wesleyan University is committed to creating an accessible Commencement experience for all who attend. Please complete this form to share how we can assist you and your Commencement guests in creating access. OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Accessibility Services Contact: Amanda Rodenborg at aso@owu.edu

Countdown to Commencement

Countdown to Commencement will be held on Tuesday, April 14. This mandatory event for graduating seniors will be held from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm in Merrick 301.  There is a wealth of information for graduating seniors, and they’ll walk…