Philosophy of The Center: To provide access to resources, knowledge, and experiences that will enhance and improve upon a strong liberal arts education.
What makes us unique: The Center allows us to provide holistic programs delivered by a variety of experts including professors, business leaders, and alumni, in and outside of the classroom, to students and community members.
What you can expect from us: Co-curricular relevant, dynamic and current programming that meets the modern expectations and needs of the students with the purpose of serving as a recruiting tool for the department and university.
We value: Innovation, relevance, collaboration, ethical business practices, and study.
We make a difference: By providing resources and opportunities to put theory into practice, connecting students to the real world.
Pathways to a career: The Woltemade Center and The OWU Connection provides the ideal mix of broad knowledge, critical-thinking skills, and practical experience to prepare you for your first job and a successful career. Read about our graduating seniors and where they're heading next!
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The Blaine E. Grimes Grant Program is available to Ohio Wesleyan students who have declared a major or minor in the Economics and Business Department. Grants are available for up to $2,000 for spring or summer semester internships. Interested students who have identified an appropriate internship or similar experience are encouraged to apply.
Students will benefit from these program by participating in academic activities outside of the traditional classroom space, professional development activities, and both domestic and international travel-learning experiences funded by The Woltemade Center.
The Accounting Fellows Program offers several travel learning experiences - including a trip to Washington D.C. to meet with a variety of employers to explore the various avenues of accounting careers.
Beyond Ohio Wesleyan’s already generous financial aid, The Woltemade Center and Economics Department are pleased to offer several outstanding scholarships and grants.
The Woltemade Center offers students a variety of unique scholarships and research opportunities.
Because internships have become a prerequisite for even entry-level jobs in business, The Woltemade Center actively encourages and assists students in the pursuit of internships locally, nationally, and internationally.
Internships also provide opportunities for networking, personal growth, career exploration, and resume building.
Joe DeLoss, founder and owner of the Columbus-based Hot Chicken Takeover, discussed efforts to provide supportive jobs for people working to overcome past incarceration and homelessness. Learn More
Entrepreneur Daymond John of TV’s “Shark Tank” and founder and CEO of the FUBU brand, discusses “5 Shark Points: Fundamentals for Success in Business and Life. Learn More
Mark Schweitzer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland shares insights at a previous OWU Economic Outlook Conference. (Photo by Mark Schmitter ’12) Learn More
The participation and support of Ohio Wesleyan alumni have played a substantive role in the Woltemade Center’s growth and success since its inception in 1985. We are gratified by their belief in our program as evidenced by their gifts of time, talent, and treasure.
Your support will connect current and future generations of Ohio Wesleyan students to opportunities that will create a better world. Join Us. Make your gift to the Woltemade Center today!
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