When Ohio Wesleyan University was founded in 1842, Elliott Hall served as its first building. But  as the university grew, so did the need for a central academic and cultural hub. In 1898,  University Hall was completed, rising as the centerpiece of campus. Its Romanesque Revival  architecture—with its iconic clock tower, arched windows, and red brick façade—quickly  became the symbol of OWU.  Generations of Bishops have walked through its doors, attended classes in its lecture halls, and ...

For 183 years, Ohio Wesleyan University has been known as a liberal arts institution that excels in the sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Yet one area has always been missing: a full-fledged engineering program. Students interested in engineering traditionally pursued OWU’s pre-engineering track, spending three years here before transferring to a partner university to complete their degree. While effective, the model often left students feeling torn between their love for OWU’s...

Since its opening in 2002, the Gordon Fieldhouse and Arena has been one of OWU’s most versatile athletic spaces. Named for Richard Gordon ‘62, the Fieldhouse has hosted everything from indoor track meets to baseball, softball, and tennis practices, as well as general student recreation. For OWU athletes, it is a year-round training ground. For the wider campus, it is a place to stay active, connect, and celebrate Bishop spirit. By 2025, however, the facility needed renewal. Floors, surfaces,...