October Open House Schedule
Saturday, October 18
Sessions and activities are open to STUDENTS and PARENTS/FAMILIES/GUESTS unless otherwise noted.
7:45 - 9:15 a.m. | Check-In and Light Continental Breakfast
University Hall
8:00 a.m. | Early Bird Campus Tour (Optional)
Arrive and check in by 7:45 a.m. Also offered at 11:20 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Depart from outside Slocum Hall
9:15 a.m. | Welcome Session
University Hall, Gray Chapel
10:00 a.m. | Concurrent Sessions
- Ask Us Anything - Admissions Unfiltered (designed for parents/family): An open Q&A with admissions staff covering topics like applying, financial aid, essays, test-optional policies, and more. Merrick Hall, Room 301
- Classes without Quizzes (students only): No classes on Saturdays! But, we'd like you to see what a typical OWU class is like, so we've put together some we hope you'll enjoy. And we promise - no quizzes or tests! Here is a complete list of available mock classes!
Various locations
11:00 - 11:15 a.m. | Bishop Walk
Participate in a fun OWU tradition and cheer on our football team, cheerleaders, and OWU Marching Bishops as they head to Selby Stadium.
11:20 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. | Concurrent Sessions
- Campus Tour: Enjoy a tour of campus led by a current OWU student. Sign up during check-in. Tours depart from outside Slocum Hall.
- Athletics Panel: Curious about playing varsity sports in college? Join us to hear from OWU coaches and student-athletes about what it's really like to compete at the Division III level. Please note - Not all sports will be represented; this session offers a general overview of varsity athletics at OWU. R.W. Corns, Room 312
- OWU Connection Panel: Discover how The OWU Connection - our signature program - empowers students to Think Big, Go Global, Do Good, and Get Real. Learn how students bring these experiences to life—with dedicated support from faculty and staff every step of the way. Merrick Hall, Room 301
12:30 - 1:30 p.m. | Concurrent Sessions
- Campus Tour: Enjoy a tour of campus led by a current OWU student. Sign up during check-in. Tours depart from outside of Slocum Hall.
- Student Panel: Bring all your student life questions and learn about life at OWU from our experts — our current students. Merrick Hall, Room 301
12:15 - 2:00 p.m.| Tailgate Lunch
Enjoy complimentary lunch from food trucks.
Schimmel/Conrades Science Center, Patio (inclement weather location: Schimmel/Conrades Science Center, Atrium)
1:00 p.m. | OWU Football Game vs. College of Wooster
Stay to watch our Battling Bishops play at Selby Stadium for Bishop Backers Fall Community Day. Admission is FREE. Selby Stadium
Additional Activities (optional)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.| OWU Bookstore Hours*
Hamilton-Williams Campus Center (HWCC), Lower Level
* the bookstore will also be selling merchandise at the football game
4:00 p.m. | OWU Women's Soccer vs. DePauw
Jay Martin Soccer Complex (Roy Rike Field)
7:00 p.m. | OWU Men's Soccer vs. DePauw
Jay Martin Soccer Complex (Roy Rike Field)
8:00 p.m. | Music Theatre Scenes Show
Sanborn Hall, Jemison Auditorium
Contact Info
Location
Slocum Hall 104
Delaware, Ohio 43015