October 2025
Illuminating Research
Professor Dustin Reichard is a corresponding author on research featured on the cover of the latest issue of Science. The magazine has an estimated readership of more than 1 million worldwide. Reichard and his fellow researchers studied bird behavior during the 2024 total solar eclipse.
Bumblebee Behavior
Alex Bzdafka ’27 completes a National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates studying the foraging habits of bumblebees.
Capital Adventure
Nagomi Katano ’28 completes summer experiences in Washington, D.C., including working with a think tank focused on infrastructure innovation.
Professional Pathway
Lily Delahoussaye ’27 completes a human resources internship with energy technology company Baker Hughes in Texas and globally.
Staging Site
Nic Laurence ’26 earns “valuable professional experience” while interning as assistant stage manager for the Chautauqua Amphitheater in New York.
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Universal Understanding
Anushka Sharad ’27 is completing research that involves simulating gravitational waveforms created when massive objects move through space.
Animal Spirit
Zoology major Ariana Brown ’26 says hello to a friendly goat during her internship helping to care for animals at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.
Sharper Thinking?
Research by Joy Gbadebo ’28 and Inesh Tickoo ’26 explores whether brain stimulation and video games can sharpen cognitive abilities.
‘A Researcher at Heart’
Téa Ilic ’26 says her mentored OWU research has helped her to understand psychology/social-based research and plan her career path.
‘Macbeth’
Kaya Ferrell ’26 (top) and Gillian Murray ’26 portray Macbeth and Lady Macbeth in OWU’s production of the Shakespearean play Oct. 30-Nov. 2.
Creative Responses
OWU’s Fine Arts faculty are among the exhibitors in the Ross Art Museum’s new environment-inspired showcase of artworks.
Groundbreaking Advancements
Ohio Wesleyan breaks ground on the Milligan Library and announces the Smith Center for Faculty Excellence and the Palmer Center for First-Generation Student Success.
Record-Shattering Philanthropy
Bishop alumni, parents, and friends contribute $69.4 million to the University during the 2024-2025 academic year, supporting OWU’s bold vision and setting a new giving record.
Legendary Career
Mark Beckenbach ’81 retires as OWU’s sports information director after 41 years of service to the Bishops and the North Coast Athletic Conference.
Tying for the Top
The OWU Field Hockey team ties for the top spot in the NCAC after defeating Denison on Oct. 16. The Bishops battle next on Oct. 22.
Culture Fest
Ohio Wesleyan’s 2025 Culture Fest celebrated traditions from around the world with food, dance, music, and more, including a Caporales dance by Raissa Kattan Gamboa ’29 of La Paz, Bolivia. The annual Culture Fest event is sponsored by Horizons, a student organization that shares the interests of the international student community with the OWU campus. (Photo by Sajidul Islam ’29)
Scott Milligan ’90 to Give
OWU’s 2025 Milligan Lecture
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Dana Bucin ’02 to Discuss
Immigration Issues in 2 Events
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Hispanic Film Festival to Feature
Four Free Movies Oct. 21-Nov. 12
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Voices-only A Cappellooza
Concert Set for Nov. 1
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