October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. On Thursday, October 19, Owens Community College will participate in showing support for survivors and a commitment to end abuse by wearing purple.
You can participate in a national campaign by taking a selfie in your purple and sharing it on social media with #PurpleThursday #DVAM #Every1KnowsSome1
If you would like a purple ribbon pin, contact Carrie Heller, Dean of Student Life & Deputy Title IX Coordinator at carrie_heller@owens.edu.
Join Games United for a Super Smash Bros Tournament!
Questions or want to bring your own Switch? Email gamersunitedowenscc@gmail.com.
Join Owens Community College for an on-campus premiere of The College Tour from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Monday, October 23 in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Theatre or from 12 – 1 p.m. Thursday, November 2 in EC 111.
We are rolling out the red carpet for nine students and one dean who share their stories of life-changing experiences. From performing arts to athletics to hands-on and unique learning experiences, these featured students show why Owens is a powerhouse community college and the top choice for students in the region.
The students and dean featured in the episode are:
- Al Mitchell – Belonging, Registered Nurse
- Hayley St. John – Athletics, Criminal Justice
- Caleb Prince – Hands-on Learning, Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician
- Quinton Roberts – Advanced Manufacturing Training
- Skyler Vogelsong – Findlay-area Campus, Registered Nurse
- Joe Smith – School and Life Balance, Broadcast Media Technology
- Lucas Wisuri – Career Readiness, John Deere Tech
- Tyler Bender – Opportunity, Physical Therapist Assistant
- Sabrina Myers – Unique Programs, Culinary Arts
- Adrian Smith – Academic Resources and Support, Dental Hygiene
The College Tour is an award-winning series of 30-minute episodes featuring colleges and universities from across the United States. Each episode takes a deeper dive into what student life is like on the respective campus through the eyes of the students. The award-winning TV series looks at academics, career-readiness, student life, sports, activities and more.
Owens Community College is the first community college in Ohio to be featured on The College Tour.
The red carpet experience would not be complete without movie theater popcorn for the big event!
Come join the Student Ambassadors for pumpkin painting, apple cider and donuts!
Please come by College Hall 153 on Wednesday October 25 for a pop-up clothing giveaway. We have a variety of clothing items in a variety of ages, sizes and styles. Come on by and see if you can use any of the wonderful items we have received. The career closet is tiny – we need to make some room.
Join us for a STEM job fair. Talk with employers in the following fields about their available job opportunities
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Computer Information Systems
- Life and Natural Sciences
- Skilled Trades and Transportation Technologies
For more information, email peter_kowal@owens.edu or visit www.owens.edu/STEM
This event is open to Owens students, alumni and the community and is hosted by Owens Career & Transfer Services and the School of STEM.
Students, faculty and staff are invited to cook and serve chili in teams, or taste and vote for your favorite.
Join us from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tuesday, October 31 in Education Center 111.
For more information, please email studentactivities@owens.edu.
Meet with representatives from four-year colleges and universities to discuss where your Owens education can take you. Advisors will be available to help with career/major exploration, degree evaluations and general transfer/transferology information.
Join Owens Student Ambassadors for the annual Trick or Treat event Tuesday, October 31 from 11 a.m. -2 p.m. Trick or Treat at participating offices to get your candy and a chance to win a $5 gift card to area restaurants.
On Tuesday October 31, from 1 – 3 p.m., second year Dental Hygiene students will be participating in the 3rd Annual Dental Hygiene Symposium. During the symposium the students will present their Informative Poster Presentation about current trends and topics in dentistry. This event will be open to the public and to the Owens Community College students and staff. During the event, the students will be evaluated by volunteers (either dental professionals or Owens faculty) to help prepare the students as they will be presenting at the Ohio Dental Hygienist Association Annual Session in Columbus, Ohio the first weekend of November.