Otterbein’s 2026 Commencement ceremony will be streamed live online at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 3. The recording will be available to view afterwards. The ceremony will take place at the Celeste Center at the Ohio Expo Center. Otterbein is proud to celebrate this meaningful academic achievement with the families and friends of the Class of 2026. Event coverage will be available here and on Otterbein University’s social media channels.
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Have an event idea but not sure where to begin—or already have a plan and need help bringing it to life? Wherever you are in the planning process, our team is here to support you.
We handle the coordination that pulls everything together, from reserving the right space to arranging catering and technical support. We proudly work with both internal and external event hosts to ensure every event runs smoothly.
Located in the heart of Westerville, just minutes from downtown Columbus, Otterbein offers a wide range of versatile spaces—from intimate meeting rooms to large-scale performance venues. With flexible spaces and full-service catering, we make hosting your event easy.
Meeting, Classroom & Breakout Spaces
Perfect for workshops, trainings, lectures, meetings, and seminars.
Courtright Memorial Library
Conference and Reception Spaces
Roush Hall Fisher Gallery
Fritsche Theatre at Cowan Hall
Riley Auditorium at Battelle Hall
Clements Recreation Center
Outdoor & Campus Gathering Spaces
Towers Hall Plaza and Lawns
The Point Patio and Otterbein Lake Views
Have a venue in mind on campus that is not listed? Reach out and inquire!
Have a Question?
Contact the Office of Events & Conferences