Plant Communities and Ecosystems: Collaborative Art Project
9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Sidewalk between University Hall and Merrick Hall
Participants: Members of BIOL 344: Plant Communities and Ecosystems
Join the members of Dr. Laurie Anderson's Plant Communities and Ecosystems course (BIOL 344) as they work on a collaborative art project focused on how plants connect to the world. Drop by to work on the project or to chat with students about the interconnected nature of ecosystems.
Think Big Student Panel
9-9:45 a.m.
Schimmel/Conrades Science Center 161
 Moderator: Laura Tuhela-Reuning Senior Lecturer in Biological Sciences and Associate Dean for Academic Performance and Advising More Information |
 Participant: Savannah Domenech '25 Majors: Environmental Studies and Geography |
 Participant: Lee Leonard '23 Majors: Zoology and Environmental Science |
 Participant: Myles Steed '23 Majors: Microbiology and Biochemistry |
This student-led panel will focus on Think Big experiences. Join the students and moderator as they tell their Think Big stories and describe how they got involved in the OWU Connection and where it has led them.
Introduction to Research in the Social Sciences: Speed Round!
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Schimmel/Conrades Science Center 161
Participants: Members of the OWU Social Sciences Faculty
Everyone knows that their professors write grants, do research, publish in leading journals, and mentor young scholars. Ever wonder what they're working on? How an idea becomes a talk or paper? And, most importantly, how you can get involved? Join members of the social sciences faculty at OWU for a "speed round" of introductions to their research. In less than three minutes an all-star lineup of faculty will describe their work and tell you how to get involved!
Fine Arts at OWU: Student Stories
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Edgar Hall 121
 Moderator: Kristina Bogdanov Associate Professor of Fine Arts More Information |
 Participant: Lily Good '23 Major: Fine Arts – Studio B.F.A. |
 Participant: Katie Lee '23 Major: Fine Arts – Studio B.F.A. |
 Participant: Sisi Fish '24 Major: Communication |
The Fine Arts B.A. and B.F.A. at OWU require extensive and intense student engagement and independence. Come hear about the process of making and living art at OWU from our student panelists.
Think Big Student Panel
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Elliot 101
 Moderator: Amy Downing Alumni Professor of Biological Sciences More Information |
 Participant: Lily Herreid '24 Major: Zoology |
 Participant: Nilu Deb '25 Majors: Astrophysics and Computer Science |
 Participant: A.J. Lashway '23 Majors: Zoology, Environmental Science, and English |
Participant: Lee Leonard '23 Majors: Zoology and Environmental Science |
This student-led panel will focus on Think Big experiences. Join the students and moderator as they tell their Think Big stories and describe how they got involved in the OWU Connection and where it has led them.
Introduction to Research in the Natural Sciences: Speed Round!
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Schimmel/Conrades Science Center 163
Participants: Members of the OWU Natural Sciences Faculty
Everyone knows that their professors write grants, do research, publish in leading journals, and mentor young scientists and mathematicians. Ever wonder what they're working on? How they get from observations to questions to answers? And, most importantly, how you can get involved? Join members of the natural sciences faculty at OWU for a "speed round" of introductions to their research. In less than three minutes an all-star lineup of faculty will describe their work and tell you how to get involved!
30th Annual Patricia Belt Conrades Summer Science Research Symposium
1-3 p.m.
Schimmel/Conrades Science Center Atrium
Participants: OWU Student Scientists
The atrium of the Schimmel/Conrades Science Center is the omphalos of OWU research today. Stop by the poster session anytime from 1:00-3:00 to hear your colleagues describe their summer research projects and exciting results. They will also be eager to explain how they got involved in research here at OWU and at Universities across the country. More than 30 posters will be on display showing the work of dozens of young scientist scholars.
Learn more about the Summer Science Research Program and read the symposium research abstracts.
Fine Arts Showcase
1-3 p.m.
Edgar Hall's Werner Student Art Gallery
Drop by the the Werner Art Gallery on the first floor of Edgar Hall to view the work of Columbus-based artist and designer Nick Stull (OWU '07). Stull specializes in murals, portraiture, painting, branding, design, and illustration. Experience Nick's work while listening to a recorded discussion of the art and his process. Learn more about the artist at www.nickstull.com.
Political Roundtable with the Department of Politics & Government
1-1:45 p.m.
Slocum Hall 122 (The Milligan Room)
Presenters: Faculty of the Department of Politics & Government
Join the faculty of the Department of Politics & Government as they discuss hot political topics of the day and offer background and context to the ongoing debates. This will be a lively session where students and faculty come together to THINK BIG.
Applying to Medical School: The Role of Co-Curricular Activities in a Quality Application
3-3:40 p.m.
Slocum Hall 122 (The Milligan Room)
 Moderator: David Markwardt Associate Professor of Biology, Associate Dean of the OWU Connection, and Chief Pre-Health Advisor More Information |
 Moderator: Herbert L. "Bert" DuPont '61 Chief Scientific Officer of Kelsey Research Foundation and Professor of Infectious Diseases and Epidemiology at The University of Texas School of Public Health. |
 Participant: Mayukha Dyta '24 Majors: Pre-Medicine/Pre-Dentistry and Sociology & Anthropology |
Join current OWU students and Dr. Bert DuPont, distinguished physician and scientist and OWU graduate, as they discuss the role of research, travel, and community service in the crafting od a quality medical school application.
Think Big Student Panel: Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) Students Asking Big Questions
3-3:40 p.m.
Merrick Hall 202
 Participant: Madison Manns '23 Major: Nutrition |
 Participant: Kaitlyn Peters '24 Major: Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) Exercise Science |
 Participant: Brooke Hall '23 Major: Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) Exercise Science |
 Participant: Sophia Cegledy '23 Majors: Nutrition and Psychology |
This student-led panel will focus on the research topics that have helped Health and Human Kinetics students Think Big. Join the students and moderator as they tell their Think Big stories and describe how they got involved in the OWU Connection and where it has led them.
Do Good Student Panel
9-9:45 a.m.
Slocum Hall 122 (The Milligan Room)
 Moderator: Chad Johns Chaplain More Information |
Participant: Lily Herreid '24 Major: Zoology |
 Participant: Karli Walsh '24 Majors: Philosophy and Politics & Government |
 Participant: Meredith Frymyer '24 Majors: Pre-Law and Social Justice |
Doing Good can mean many different things at OWU. But whether it's volunteering in the community, participating in community service, or aligning with the curriculum in a service learning project, students on this panel will show you how they fulfill a central aim of the University, to "benefit our citizens in general".
Do Good Student Panel
2-2:45 p.m.
 Moderator: Brian Emerick Director of Residential Life More Information |
 Participant: Grace Ison '23 Major: Neuroscience |
 Participant: Carissa Silet '23 Majors: Botany and Zoology |
 Participant: Graham Steed '23 Major: Environmental Studies |
Doing Good can mean many different things at OWU. But whether it's volunteering in the community, participating in community service, or aligning with the curriculum in a service learning project, students on this panel will show you how they fulfill a central aim of the University, to "benefit our citizens in general".
Fall Service Fair on the JAYwalk
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
JAYwalk
Ohio Wesleyan students have long responded to the articulated needs of Delaware and the Central Ohio community. Come to the OWU Service Fair! Find out how we can work together to DO GOOD and improve the community in which we all reside. Explore opportunities to learn while serving. Make some local OWU Connections!
Do Good Student Panel: Fit OWU & Cooking Matters
1-1:45 p.m.
R.W. Corns Building 209
 Moderator: Christopher Fink Associate Professor of Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) More Information |
 Moderator: Andrew Busch Associate Professor of Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) and HHK Department Chair More Information |
 Participant: Ella Cressy '22 Majors: Psychology and Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) Exercise Science |
 Participant: Veronica Hardman '23 Major: Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) Exercise Science |
 Participant: Lauren Mussenden '22 Majors: Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) Health Promotion |
Join HHK and Nutrition students to discuss their work with the FitOWU and Cooking Matters, two experiential OWU Connection programs within the HHK Department that help students achieve their learning goals while providing service to the broader OWU and Delaware community.
Do Good Student Panel: Spring Break Service and Travel
3-3:40 p.m.
The Delaware Entrepreneurial Center at Ohio Wesleyan University (DEC OWU)
 Moderator: William Hayes Associate Chaplain More Information |
 Moderator: Christopher Mickens Assistant Director of Public Safety More Information |
 Participant: Allyson Amstutz '23 Major: Special Education |
 Participant: Millie Rocco '23 Majors: Psychology, East Asian Studies, and Comparative Literature |
 Participant: Deshawn Rode '24 Major: Communication |
 Participant: Kaylee Moore '23 Majors: Economics and Comparative Literature |
Did you know you can extend your "Do Good" efforts to your spring break plans!? Yes, you can! Learn more about the wide variety of ways to Do Good on spring break.
Go Global Student Panel
9-9:45 a.m.
Merrick Hall 202
 Moderator: Jeremy Baskes Professor of History; Director of OWU Global Studies Institute; Director of the Latin American Studies Major More Information |
 Participant: Rachel Leslie '23 Majors: Mathematics and Spanish |
 Participant: Brittani Stiltner '23 Majors: Spanish, Economics, and International Studies |
Participant: Millie Rocco '23 Majors: Psychology, East Asian Studies, and Comparative Literature |
 Participant: Danny Sanders '23 Majors: Pre-Law and Politics & Government |
Get Real while you Go Global. Real-world experience from the other side of the world. In this panel, returning OWU students discuss their experiences during their semester and summer abroad. Come learn firsthand about opportunities in international business, medicine, and zoology.
Go Global Faculty Panel: Travel Learning Courses, Spring 2023
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
R.W. Corns Building 312
 Moderator: Darrell Albon Director of International and Off-Campus Programs (IOCP) More Information |
 Participant: Eva Paris-Huesca Associate Professor of Spanish and Director of Film Studies Program More Information |
 Participant: Phokeng Dailey Assistant Professor of Communication and Journalism & Communication Department Chair More Information |
 Participant: Laurie Anderson Professor of Natural Sciences More Information |
Connect classroom theory with real-world experience as you journey to a distant land and immerse yourself in another culture. Learn about the offerings for Spring 2023 from some of our faculty leads on this year's Travel Learning Courses.
Go Global Student Panel: International Internships
1-1:45 p.m.
The Delaware Entrepreneurial Center at Ohio Wesleyan University (DEC OWU)
 Moderator: Lisa Ho Associate Director of International and Off-Campus Programs (IOCP) More Information |
 Participant: Lucas Nathanson '22 Major: Business |
 Participant: Emma Zajac '23 Majors: Neuroscience, French, and Pre-Medicine/Pre-Dentistry |
 Participant: Zynnia Peterson '23 Major: Zoology |
Our cozy campus in central Ohio is a springboard to a world of different environments, new cultures, and diverse perspectives. In this panel, OWU students discuss their experiences as international interns. Come join the conversation and learn more about the where? what? and how? of national and international travel learning and internship opportunities.
OWU Study Away Programs: OWU Pamplona, OWU Tanzania, OWU Summer in Italy
2-2:45 p.m.
Slocum Hall 122 (The Milligan Room)
Moderator: Lisa Ho Associate Director of International and Off-Campus Programs (IOCP) More Information |
 Participant: Randolph Quaye Director of OWU in Tanzania; Professor of Africana, Gender, and Identity Studies; and Africana, Gender, and Identity Studies Department Co-Chair More Information |
Moderator: Eva Paris-Huesca Director of OWU in Pamplona, Associate Professor of Spanish, and Director of the Film Studies Program More Information |
Participant: Christopher Fink Umbra Institute Summer Food Program and Associate Professor of Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) More Information |
Learn more about OWU sponsored programs abroad from the faculty directors of OWU in Tanzania, OWU in Pamplona, and the summer food program at the Umbra Institute in Perugia, Italy.
Go Global Student Panel: Voices from Abroad
3-3:40 p.m.
Schimmel/Conrades Science Center 163
Moderator: Lisa Ho Associate Director of International and Off-Campus Programs (IOCP) More Information |
 Participant: Annabel Benes '24 Major: Environmental Studies Studying Abroad at CIEE in Copenhagen, Denmark |
 Participant: Nathan Zuniga '25 Major: Physics – Pre-Engineering Studying Abroad at the Sydney Institute of Technology in Sydney, Australia |
 Participant: Jenn Lee '24 Major: Business – Marketing Concentration Studying Abroad at CEA in Prague, Czech Replublic |
 Participant: Jada Respress '23 Major: Communication Studying Abroad at the CIEE Open Campus in Cape Town, South Africa and London, England |
 Participant: Helena von Sadovszky '24 Major: Medieval Studies Studying Abroad at Arcadia – University College Cork in Cork, Ireland |
 Participant: Audrey Propp '24 Major: Neuroscience Studying Abroad at CEA – National University of Ireland in Galway, Ireland |
Zooming in from across the globe, you will hear from and interact with students who are currently studying abroad! In this panel, OWU students discuss their experiences studying abroad in Europe, South Africa, and Australia.
Get Real Student Panel
9-9:45 a.m.
R.W. Corns Building 312
 Moderator: Diana Roach '72 Alumni in Residence More Information |
 Participant: Makenna Juergens '23 Major: Pre-Professional Zoology |
Participant: Nilu Deb '25 Majors: Astrophysics and Computer Science |
 Participant: Blake Johnson '24 Major: Politics & Government |
 Participant: Kara Cannon '25 Major: Computer Science and Fine Arts |
Theory in the classroom. Practice in the world. Come together with OWU students who have applied what they've learned with OWU's amazing faculty to secure competitive internships, grants, and signature project funds. In this panel, you'll hear from students who thought it up, wrote it down, and said, "Yeah, I can do that."
Enmity: Meet the Student Director
9-9:45 a.m.
Schimmel/Conrades Science Center 163
Moderator: Eva Paris-Huesca Associate Professor of Spanish and Director of the Film Studies Program More Information |
 Participant: Peter Lujan '23 Majors: Communication and Film Studies |
Join Peter Lujan for a screening and discussion of his original short film, Enmity. Peter will discuss the film, the Film Studies major at OWU, and his internship at the New York Arts program.
OWU Does Entrepreneurship
10:30-11:15 a.m.
The Delaware Entrepreneurial Center at Ohio Wesleyan University (DEC OWU)
 Moderator: Glenn Bryan, DBA Associate Professor of Economics & Business Full Bio |
 Participant: Aubrey Dunham '25 Major: Business Management |
 Participant: Kennedy Watkins '25 Major: Computer Science |
 Participant: Alexander Goldenberg '25 Major: Business Marketing |
Come see why Forbes magazine ranks Ohio Wesleyan the #1 entrepreneurial college in Ohio (and the 17th best nationwide)! Hear Aubrey Dunham, owner of Aubrey's Little Shop, and Kennedy Watkins, owner of Gilded Teas, speak about their businesses and their work in the Delaware Entrepreneurial Center at OWU. Professor Glenn Bryan, Associate Professor of Economics & Business, will moderate and highlight the many entrepreneurial programs at OWU.
A Note of Leadership: OWU Summer Music Camp
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Slocum Hall 122 (The Milligan Room)
 Moderator: Richard Edwards Professor of Music, Director of Bands, and Coordinator of the OWU Music Education Curriculum More Information |
 Moderator: Chris Lizak Part-Time Instructor of Performing Arts and Assistant Director of Marching Bishops More Information |
 Participant: Hayden Houpt '23 Major: Music Education |
 Participant: Abby Stepp '23 Major: Music Education |
 Participant: Hannah Watson '23 Major: Music Education |
 Participant: Katie Lester '23 Major: Music Education |
 Participant: Haleigh Stover '25 Majors: Genetics and Music |
 Participant: Raphael Petit-Frere '25 Major: Chemistry |
 Participant: Jenna Wilcox '25 Major: Undecided |
Come hear the stories of OWU students who are part of the new Marching Bishops Band, revived and reimagined in 2018 after being silent for more than 50 years. The panelists will discuss their roles as student leaders and counselors in the popular OWU Summer Music Camp and talk about life as a Marching Bishop!
Enmity: Meet the Student Director
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Schimmel/Conrades Science Center 163
Moderator: Eva Paris-Huesca Associate Professor of Spanish and Director of the Film Studies Program More Information |
Participant: Peter Lujan '23 Majors: Communication and Film Studies |
Join Peter Lujan for a screening and discussion of his original short film, Enmity. Peter will discuss the film, the Film Studies major at OWU, and his internship at the New York Arts program.
Career Connection Connecting the Dots to Career Success
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Benes Room
Participants: OWU Career Connection Staff
Stop by this open house anytime from 10:30-12:30. Rotate through interactive stations and dive deeper into key elements of career exploration and development. You will finish having "connected the dots" of career planning and preparation: tools to articulate your strengths, improved resumes, connections to alumni partners, stronger connections to your own career communities, and tactical next steps to advance your career success.
The Honors Program: Deep and Sustained Inquiry at OWU
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Slocum Hall 122 (The Milligan Room)
 Moderator: Mark Alison Professor of English and Co-Director of the Leland F. and Helen Schubert Honors Program More Information |
 Moderator: Andrea Colvin Associate Professor of Spanish and Interim Co-Director of the Leland F. and Helen Schubert Honors Program More Information |
 Participant: Josie Fornara '23 Majors: Environmental Science and Zoology |
 Participant: Teresa Martin '23 Major: Politics & Government |
 Participant: Cole Peterson '23 Major: History |
OWU students who are excited by the idea of working on tough problems with like-minded scholars and who crave an extra intellectual challenge should concede the. Join the Directors and student leaders of the OWU Honors Program as they discuss the challenges and opportunities that await those students who want to push themselves a little harder.
Get Real Student Panel
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
R.W. Corns Building 209
 Moderator: Megan Ellis Executive Director, OWU Connection More Information |
 Participant: Wesley Rancher '23 Major: Environmental Studies |
Participant: Myles Steed '23 Majors: Microbiology and Biochemistry |
 Participant: Kristen Landenberger '24 Majors: Pre-Professional Zoology and Spanish |
 Participant: Saharla Loyan '25 Majors: Philosophy and Pre-Law |
 Participant: Syed Sharique Ahmed '23 Majors: Computer Science and Microbiology |
Theory in the classroom. Practice in the world. Come together with OWU students who have applied what they've learned with OWU's amazing faculty to secure competitive internships, grants, and signature project funds. In this panel, you'll hear from students who thought it up, wrote it down, and said, "Yeah, I can do that."
Psych/Neuroscience: Grad (And Other) Paths
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Schimmel/Conrades Science Center 205
 Moderator: Kira Bailey Associate Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience More Information |
 Moderator: Vicki DiLillo Professor of Psychology and Acting Psychology Department Chair More Information |
 Participant: Chandler Carr '24 Majors: Neuroscience and Zoology |
Participant: Ella Cressy '22 Majors: Psychology and Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) Exercise Science |
 Participant: Caroline Parker '23 Majors: Psychology and Fine Arts |
 Participant: Abby Biddle '23 Major: Neuroscience |
"So you want to be a psychology or neuroscience major?": Join us to hear from a panel of psychology and neuroscience majors. These students will share their experiences with their majors, connection experiences, and employment opportunities. In addition to the panelists, Drs. Bailey and DiLillo will be available for questions and targeted advising.
Black Wall Street
12-2 p.m.
Hamilton-Williams Campus Center Atrium
At the turn of the 20th century, the Greenwood District of Tulsa, Oklahoma, became one of the first communities in the country thriving with Black entrepreneurial businesses. OWU recreates this dynamic business environment on campus for all students and guests as they network and interact with local Black and Minority owned businesses.
Get Real Student Panel: Getting Real with Health & Human Kinetics
1-1:45 p.m.
Elliott Hall 101
 Moderator: Liz Nix Assistant Professor of Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) More Information |
 Participant: Nathan Scott '23 Major: Business and Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) Sport & Exercise Management |
 Participant: Travis Sanders '25 Major: Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) |
Theory in the classroom. Practice in the world. Come together with OWU students who have applied what they've learned with OWU's amazing faculty to secure competitive internships, grants, and signature project funds. In this panel, you'll hear from students who thought it up, wrote it down, and said, "Yeah, I can do that."
Greek Life Transferable Skills
2-2:45 p.m.
R.W. Corns Building 209
 Moderator: Kristen Flox Assistant Director of Student Involvement More Information |
 Participant: Cienna Baka '23 Major: Health & Human Kinetics (HHK) Exercise Science and Psychology |
Participant: Sisi Fish '24 Major: Communication |
 Participant: Madz Deckop '23 Major: Music Journalism |
 Participant: Camryn Morin '23 Major: Inclusive Elementary Education |
 Participant: Zack Spira '23 Major: Business Administration |
 Participant: Clay Sturts '23 Majors: Zoology and Psychology |
Greek life is a wonderful way to flex your student leadership muscle at OWU. Greek life and other leadership opportunities are a powerful way to get involved on campus, inspire change, motivate others, and make a difference to fellow classmates, the OWU Community, and our larger community all around us. Listen to the many ways OWU Student Leadership takes place and how YOU can be a leader at OWU.
New York Arts Program: Students and Program Alumni Panel
2-2:45 p.m.
Merrick Hall 202
 Moderator: Helena Enders New York Arts Program Director of Student Life and Admissions Coordinator More Information |
 Moderator: Skip Brea New York Arts Program Director of Student Residency Program and Faculty Advisor in Visual Art and Art History More Information |
Participant: Lily Good '23 Major: Fine Arts |
Participant: Katie Lee '23 Major: Fine Arts |
 Participant: Anna Edmiston '23 Major: English – Creative Writing |
Student leadership at OWU is a powerful way to get involved on campus, inspire change, motivate others, and make a difference to fellow classmates, the OWU Community, and our larger community all around us. Listen to the many ways OWU Student Leadership takes place and how YOU can be a leader at OWU.
Get Real Student Panel
3-3:40 p.m.
R.W. Corns Building 312
 Moderator: Leigh Mascolino Director, Career Connection More Information |
Participant: Savannah Domenech '25 Majors: Environmental Studies and Geography |
 Participant: Lauren Reich '23 Majors: Accounting and Finance Economics |
 Participant: Olivia Willis '24 Majors: Business and Sociology & Anthropology |
Theory in the classroom. Practice in the world. Come together with OWU students who have applied what they've learned with OWU's amazing faculty to secure competitive internships, grants, and signature project funds. In this panel, you'll hear from students who thought it up, wrote it down, and said, "Yeah, I can do that."
Connection, Community, and Coffee
8:30-9 a.m.
Merrick Lawn and Patio
Join your friends and colleagues in front of the Merrick patio for coffee and pastries as we fuel up for an exciting day of Connection experience and opportunity.
Mid-Morning Remarks
10-10:15 a.m.
Merrick Lawn and Patio
 Rock Jones President, Ohio Wesleyan University More Information |
After the first of the morning sessions, take a few minutes to enjoy coffee, pastry, and the OWU Marching Band on the Merrick lawn before President Jones offers thoughts on the inaugural OWU Connection Conference.
Academic Convocation: Endowed Chairs and Honorary Degree Ceremony
4-5:30 p.m.
University Hall's Gray Chapel
Everyone is invited to celebrate!
Celebrate with the entire campus as 11 endowed chairs are installed and an honorary Doctorate of Science degree bestowed on Dr. Herbert L. "Bert" DuPont, OWU '61. Bert is an internationally renowned scientist and physician in the field of public health and infectious disease. A leader in his field for more than 50 years, Bert is a wonderful example of the spirit and power of the liberal arts at Ohio Wesleyan University.