October 2026
Vision Launched!
Ohio Wesleyan unveils its new market identity as “America's University for Ambitious Self-Discovery” and announces a $40 million gift to establish the Mecum College of Arts and Humanities.
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Fortune Op-Ed
As OWU rolls out its new market identity of “America’s University for Ambitious Self-Discovery,” President Matt vandenBerg explains in a national Fortune piece why it matters.
Engineering the Future
Ohio Wesleyan names Paul Slaboch as the founding dean of the Conrades School of Engineering. He will join OWU in January, and the school will begin classes in August.
Mapping Ohio
Cooper Gensler ’28 gains hands-on environmental fieldwork experience during his summer internship with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
Exploring Islam
Jaime Riechmann ’27 (left) and Colby Sprague ’27 work with Professor Susan Gunasti on research tied to their 2025 Travel-Learning Course, “Britainistan.”
Scientific Pursuit
Kavyanjali Sidhanta ’28 completes biotechnology research at Washington State during an internship sponsored by the American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics.
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Genetic Research
Aiden Thom ’27 completes fertility-related research at Cornell during the summer as part of the National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates program.
2026-2027 Education Fellows
OWU names 11 students as 2026-2027 Education Fellows based on their high potential for success at the university and their interest in a teaching career.
'oh to be pure again'
Ohio Wesleyan will present the play beginning Oct. 29. In it, teenage campers and camp counselors explore a faith of connection and divine mystery.
Orchesis 2026
The annual OWU dance concert, set for Nov. 13-14, will feature student and professional choreography representing ‘a real depth of emotion and choreographic skill.’
Look and Learn
The Ross Art Museum continues its exploration of "Communication, Surveillance & Democracy" with three new exhibits, including a Fine Arts faculty show.
Bishop Belonging
The extended Ohio Wesleyan community comes together to celebrate Homecoming & Family Weekend.
'Weaving Liberation'
Artist Carrie Mae Weems will headline the 2027 Melvin Van Peebles Symposium. Tickets are on sale now for the April event, and presentation proposals are being accepted until Nov. 15.
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