Please use this Contact List as a starting point for questions or concerns you may have. We are pleased to partner with you in making sure that your student enjoys a successful experience during their years at OWU.

PLEASE NOTE: Because of Federal Laws, there are limits to the degree to which issues that are held confidential (i.e., grades, mental health matters, physical health issues, etc.) can be shared with others without a signed release statement from the student permitting the disclosure of the information.


Academic Concerns

Academic advising, performance, grade changes, tutoring, academic support services, classroom accommodations, etc.

  • Academic Advising – Begin with your assigned advisor (contact information available in Self-Service). You can also contact Lauren Hensley (Director of Holistic Advising), 740-368-3110, lchensley@owu.edu
  • Registrar – 740-368-3200, registrar@owu.edu
    Lee Richards, University Registrar
  • Sagan Academic Resource Center – 740-368-3925, arc@owu.edu
    Emily Lugg, Director
  • Accessibility Services – 740-368-3990, aso@owu.edu
    Amanda Rodenborg, Director

Housing/Roommate Concerns

Housing options, selection process, roommate conflicts, special housing requests for accommodation, permission to commute, etc.

  • Residential Life – 740-368-3174, reslife@owu.edu
    Brian Emerick, Director

Food/Dining

Meal plan options, Debit Dollars, special dietary restrictions/needs, etc.

Campus Safety/Parking

Purchasing parking permits, parking regulations, campus safety reporting, break shuttles, transportation options, self-defense training, etc.

  • Public Safety - 740-368-2222, psafety@owu.edu
    • Sean Bolendar, Director
    • Cathy Hursey, Administrative Lieutenant

Health Concerns

Physical health appointments, prescription medications, mental health concerns, etc.

  • Student Health Services – 740-368-3160, health@owu.edu
    Kara Shroff, Director
  • Counseling Services – 740-368-3145 (Please call directly)
    Leana Froehlich-Terry, Director

Involvement on Campus

Resources and connections to organizations, offices, and programs students can become involved with to facilitate opportunities to explore personal interests and connect with OWU.

  • Student Involvement Office – 740-368-3185, involveu@owu.edu
    Dina Daltorio, Director

Financial Issues

Financial Aid, student employment, tuition bills, etc.

Student Advocacy

Concerns regarding immigration, study abroad, off-campus adjustment issues, and general support.

  • International and Off-Campus Programs - 740-368-3070, international@owu.edu
    • Darrell Albon, Adminstrative Director
    • Lisa Ho, Associate Director
    • Dede Shine, Assistant Director
  • Multicultural Student Affairs – 740-368-3151, omsa@owu.edu
    Jason Timpson, Director
  • Student Engagement and Success - 740-368-3135, deansoffice@owu.edu
    • Dwayne Todd, VP of Student Engagement and Success
    • Brad Pulcini, Dean of Student Services
    • Doug Koyle, Associate Dean for Student Success
  • Chaplain – 740-368-3088, cejohns@owu.edu
    Chad Johns, University Chaplain
  • Wesleyan Council on Student Affairs (WCSA, Student Government) – wcsa@owu.edu
    Gabby Gonzalez Duarte, President

Student Conduct

Violations of student code of conduct, course catalog, academic integrity, etc.

  • Community Standards – 740-368-3178, studentconduct@owu.edu
    Emily Paetz, Director
  • Academic Affairs - 740-368-3111, academicaffairs@owu.edu
    • Karlyn Crowley, Provost
    • Brian Rellinger, Associate Provost for Academic Support
    • Dale Brugh, Associate Provost for Academic Affairs

Athletics / Intramurals

Concerns regarding student-athlete experience or questions about intramurals and student fitness programs.

  • Athletics Department – 740-368-3726, athletics@owu.edu
    Doug Zipp, Director
  • Intramural Sports – 740-368-3951, dmdaltor@owu.edu
    Dina Daltorio, Director of Student Involvement

Other Concerns

Local / Airport Transportation

For information regarding local transportation, the break shuttle program, and general airport transportation information, click here.


* If you are unsure as to who can best assist you, please contact the Dean of Students Office at 740-368-3135 for a referral or assistance.


In the event of an emergency, please contact the Public Safety Office at any time for assistance: 740-368-2222.