Category Parent & Family Engagement

Connecting & Empowering OWU Women: WOW Turns 10!

Join us in celebrating a decade of impact at the Women of Ohio Wesleyan (WOW) 10th Anniversary Celebration during Homecoming & Family Weekend! On Friday, October 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., enjoy a special evening featuring a reception,…

The 1842 Open House – Homecoming & Family Weekend

Join us on Saturday, October 2,  at The 1842! We will be open from 3 pm to 7 pm to all Ohio Wesleyan Students, Family, Friends, and Alumni to come in and take a look at the newest space on…

Homecoming & Family Weekend – Family Mixer & Info Fair!

Kick off your Homecoming & Family Weekend with us! Come to the Science Center atrium on Saturday, October 3, from 10:30 AM to noon for our Family Mixer & Info Fair! We’ll kick off the morning with student success advice…

October 2 & 3 – Homecoming & Family Weekend 2026!

Please mark your calendars for OWU Homecoming & Family Weekend on October 2 & 3!!  You put the ‘family’ in Family Weekend! Join us for Pints with Profs, lots of athletic events, and Downtown Delaware ‘First Friday’! Registration is open…

Aug 20: Celebrate New Bishops on their First Lap

The newest class of Bishops will complete their first lap of campus on Thursday, August 20, 2026! Families are encouraged to join OWU faculty and staff to cheer on students by lining both sides of the JAYwalk at approximately 4:30…

Women of Ohio Wesleyan 10th Anniversary Celebration

Join us in celebrating a decade of impact at the Women of Ohio Wesleyan (WOW) 10th Anniversary Celebration during Homecoming and Family Weekend! On Friday, October 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., enjoy a special evening featuring a reception,…

Support OWU Athletics! Register for the Golf Outing!

Join us Friday, October 2nd, to kick off Homecoming & Family Weekend at our annual golf outing that supports OWU Athletics! Gather your family, friends, and fellow Bishops for a great day on the course while helping provide exceptional opportunities…

Ohio Wesleyan Near You Returns September 9-17, 2026!

OWU Near You returns this September, and the Bishop community is already gearing up! From bustling metropolises to quiet hometowns, this special week is all about bringing OWU Bishops together for easy, casual gatherings. Our volunteer hosts (alumni, parents/families) organize low-stress get-togethers…

Save the Date! OWU Homecoming & Family Weekend 2026!

Mark your calendars now for OWU Homecoming & Family Weekend 2026! Details will be added to the webpage as the summer progresses. We look forward to seeing you on campus, October 2 & 3! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Alumni & Family Engagement Contact: Nancy Rutkowski…

Help Us Stay Connected: Complete the Family Data Form

As we partner with you to support your students’ college journey, staying connected is more important than ever. We kindly ask all families to take a few minutes to complete our annual Family Data Form. Providing this information ensures you receive…