Alumni & Friends

Get Involved

Through our Make the CASE volunteer initiative, we offer dozens of ways to show your OWU love - and support - by getting involved.

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Connect Virtually

During this unprecedented time, it is more important than ever to stay connected as a Bishop community and look out for each other. Though we are not able to gather in person, we recognize how powerful it can be for us to come together to support and learn from each other. Join us and stay virtually connected with other Bishops and OWU!

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Create Tomorrow

Alumni giving helps OWU in so many ways and helps ensure the value of your degree. Learn about all the ways you can support your alma mater.

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Events

Click more information to register for each event. Call the Alumni Relations Office at 740-368-3325 with questions.

March 6

Battling Bishops Bonanza Virtual 5K Fun Run & Walk

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March 10

Town Hall with President Rock Jones

7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

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March 11

Global Alumni Town Hall with President Rock Jones

9 a.m. – 10 a.m.

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March 18

Racial Integration in Corporate America with Dr. Jennifer Delton

7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

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March 21

WOW Speaker Series: Unplugged with Wendie Malick '72

7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

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March 22

The Detroit Hustle: Creating New Ecosystems for Entrepreneurship with Dr. Courtney McCluney

7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

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March 25

Faith and Work with Dr. Miroslav Volf

7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

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March 29

Women in Entrepreneurship

12 p.m. – 1 p.m.

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April 7

Nature-Inspired Innovation: How Biomimicry Can Lead to Radical Business and Sustainability Advancements with Jared Yarnall-Schane

7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

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April 12

Virtual Senior Networking Night

7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

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April 22

Billy Vickers: Building One of the Largest Black-Owned Businesses in the Nation

7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

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April 23

Twelfth Night, 2020

7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

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Honoring Our Alumni

Over the years, Ohio Wesleyan has defined ways to recognize and honor its outstanding former students. By bestowing these awards on our most amazing alumni, we say "thank you!" for adding to the ever-increasing caliber of graduates who have walked across campus with an OWU diploma in their hand.

Full List of Honorees Nomination Form

Distinguished Achievement Citation

Byron Pitts ’82, journalism major, is recognized as an award-winning broadcast journalist, author, and inspirational leader. His many credits include reporting for CBS Evening News, 60 Minutes, ABC News, and Nightline.

Distinguished Achievement Citation

Carol Jane Galante ’76

Distinguished Achievement Citation

Andres Duarte ’65, geology and business double-major, is recognized as an adventurous, skillful, and adaptable business developer in the international marketplace.

Distinguished Achievement Citation

Zack Rosenburg ’95

Distinguished Achievement Citation

Gregory L. Moore ’76

Alumni Award

Evan R. Corns ’59

Alumni Award

Kathe Law Rhinesmith ’64, politics and government major, is recognized for outstanding dedication and service to Ohio Wesleyan, including roles with the Alumni Board of Directors and the Board of Trustees.

Alumni Award

Craig A. Luke ’85

Young Alumni Award

Kathryn “Katie” Schlaudt ’10, a Spanish and French double-major, is recognized as a dynamic and diligent humanitarian for works including helping HIV patients in Kenya.