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Campus Update
Monday, March 25, 2024

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  1. Finalist for Dean of the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering on campus
  2. Wendy Watson and Sandra Faulkner's research seminar on "Women's Stories: Narratives About Relationships and Resilience"
  3. Are you a parent or caregiver? Family fun event April
  4. Best of BG administrative staff nominations open for one more week
  5. CSS/FMS/HCM post-upgrade access troubleshooting
  6. CURS Summer Grant Application Round
  7. Guest Lecturer from Mumbai, India on Grassroots Activism and Bollywood Dancing
  8. Learn Bollywood Dance
  9. Level Up Your Self-Care: Video game night at Jerome tomorrow
  10. Movie Night with CCCC
  11. Research on social media and mental health
  12. 2024 Jaak Panksepp Distinguished Neuroscience Lecture - The science of emotion: Past, Present and Future
  13. Unveiling the Art of Elite Selling: Unraveling Key Strategies with John Kaplan
  14. SNA Raising Cane's Fundraiser
  15. BGSU Early Music Ensemble presents “Music of the Spheres”
  16. Poker Walk and Wellness Event
  17. Visit the Women of Color Traveling Museum on campus today
  18. Eclipse Speakers Series: Astrophotography for Amateurs

Students

  1. Western and Southern Life - office hours
  2. Popular Culture Studies BGP class offered online this summer
  3. Healthy Queer Relationships
  4. Grab a coffee with Sherwin Williams
  5. FORGE executive positions
  6. Fall registration begins today
  7. FAD: Women's History Month concert with Meaghan Farrell
  8. Drop in at Falcon 2 Falcon this week
  9. Come for a Bachelor’s, leave with a Master’s
  10. 2024-25 Undergraduate Student Government voting now open
  11. Glow-in-the-dark pickleball
  12. Interested in a career in fashion?
  13. Need a pick me up?
  14. Take a written survey, refer a friend and win a gift card
  15. Guys and Girls Bible Study

Graduate Students

  1. Presentation on health disparities and communication technologies
  2. March Research and Innovation Forum
  3. Register a team for trivia and get a free appetizer

Faculty/Staff

  1. Adapt your assessments to meet the needs of your students
  2. CFE Faculty Associate Program Info Session
  3. Hear from your colleagues about their experiences with service-learning!
  4. Lead an interactive session at this year's Teaching and Learning Summit!
  5. Learn more about well-being resources on campus!
  6. Life Design from the SCoB Student Perspective: A Panel Discussion
  7. Presentation: "Beyond the Diagnosis"

Firelands

  1. Poet Rachel Wiley
To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance or appropriate modifications to fully participate in any event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.

Campus Update Archive


1. Finalist for Dean of the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering on campus

Date and Time: From 1-2 p.m. on Thursday, March 28.

Location: BTSU 206

Description: A finalist for the Dean of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering will be on the Bowling Green campus the week of March 25. The candidate is giving a presentation followed by a Q and A session in the Bowen-Thompson Student Union Theatre. The BGSU community is invited to attend the in-person presentation or view it via livestream.

Khan Iftekharuddin will present from 1-2 p.m. on Thursday, March 28. Their credentials are available on the Provost’s website and information about the remaining candidates will be available shortly before they visit campus.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of the Provost

Contact: Caprice Roberson, croberson@bgsu.edu

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2. Wendy Watson and Sandra Faulkner's research seminar on "Women's Stories: Narratives About Relationships and Resilience"

Date and Time: From noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26.

Location: Hayes 203, CWGE Conference Room

Learn more about the research seminar.

Description: Join Dr. Wendy Watson and Dr. Sandra Faulkner as they present "Women's Stories: Narratives About Relationships and Resilience" at CWGE's Research Seminar as part of Women's History Month. Dr. Watson and Dr. Faulkner will share their research on the importance of relationships in the lives of older women. They will discuss their work interviewing 31 women between the ages of 64-86, who discussed how significant relationships in their lives developed across their lives, how they've maintained those relationships and the ways the COVID-19 pandemic impacted those relationships and behaviors. An overarching theme of these women's stories was their resilience, brought about through their own strength and determination and through relationships with people who supported them, mentored them and built them up.

This event will be held in-person, but please email cwge@bgsu.edu for a Zoom link if you wish to attend virtually or if you have any questions.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Women and Gender Equity

Contact: Loni Stouffer, istouff@bgsu.edu

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3. Are you a parent or caregiver? Family fun event April 7

Date and Time: From noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 7.

Location: BGSU Student Rec Center

Falcon Family Fun Day

Description: Join a day of fun at the BGSU Student Rec Center celebrating our BGSU faculty, staff and student parents and caregivers. This family-oriented event provides engaging activities and information on campus and community resources. Family members of BGSU faculty, staff and students are welcome, such as grandparents, spouses/partners and children.

  • Open Swim and Pool Inflatable
  • Climbing Wall
  • Crafts
  • Basketball and Pickleball
  • Yard Games
  • Therapy Dogs
  • Campus and Community Resource Fair
  • Light refreshments

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Health and Wellness

Contact: Ashley Hartman | ashthom@bgsu.edu

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4. Best of BG administrative staff nominations open for one more week

Nominate a staff member for the award.

Description: On a monthly basis, the Administrative Staff Council recognizes administrative staff members who are caught showing "The Spirit of BG" as defined by any of the core values of BGSU:

  • Intellectual and personal growth
  • Creativity, innovation and entrepreneurism
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Collaboration with each other and our partners
  • Excellence in all we do

If you are a member of the University community (faculty, staff, student) you may nominate an employee for "The Spirit of BG Award". Complete a nomination form, providing a short summary (up to 250 words) as to why you feel this person is deserving of the award.

If your nominee is not selected this month, you are welcome to nominate them again in future months for consideration.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Administrative Staff Council

Contact: Administrative Staff Council, asc@bgsu.edu

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5. CSS/FMS/HCM post-upgrade access troubleshooting

Description: The CSS/FMS/HCM Get Current 2024 with PeopleTools 8.60.11 upgrades are complete. Should you encounter any issues accessing the CSS/Student Center, FMS or HCM applications we recommend you clear your browser cache and try again. For instructions on clearing your cache, please view our Clearing Cache Knowledge Base articles.

If you have any questions, please contact ITS via chat or call 419-372-0999.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: ITS

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6. CURS Summer Grant Application Round

Date and Time: At 5 p.m. on Monday, April 1.

Location: Virtual

Apply for the CURS grant.

Description: The application round for the CURS Summer Grant is now open with a submission deadline of Monday the 1st of April 2024 (one-week extension is possible upon request by email to cmora@bgsu.edu). Applications can be submitted online on the CURS website under “Summer CURS Grant”.

Undergraduate research/scholarly/creative projects with a faculty mentor in any discipline are funded with up to /$500 for the project cost (/$750 for a group project of 3-5 students). Each student is expected to work 23 hours per week on the project for 10 weeks during the summer semester and will receive a stipend of up to /$2,500 for their work paid out in installments for the duration of the project. Start dates are flexible based upon project needs.

Application consists of:

  • Online form (student(s) information, faculty mentor(s) information, general project information)

  • Project narrative (2-3 pages including project title, introduction, scholarly question/topic, description of what student(s) is/are planning to do for the project, anticipated outcomes and brief discussion of how the project’s anticipated outcomes related to the project’s scholarly question/topic and how they fit into the current state of the project’s discipline)

  • Budget (itemized list of anticipated purchases with individual costs as well as the total amount requested)

  • Reference Letter(s) by faculty mentor(s) indicating their support of the student and the project

For further information visit the CURS website or contact Cordula Mora, CURS director, at cmora@bgsu.edu.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (CURS)

Contact: Cordula Mora, cmora@bgsu.edu

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7. Guest Lecturer from Mumbai, India on Grassroots Activism and Bollywood Dancing

Date and Time: From 4:30-5:50 p.m. on Monday, March 25.

Location: Olscamp 117

International Studies Program

Description: Join us to hear Sumaira Abdulali, founder of the Awaaz Foundation NGO (Mumbai, India). She will speak on today's challenges facing grassroots activists protecting the environment and climate stability. A recipient of the Mother Teresa Award, Ms. Abdulali has been active on multiple issues including illegal sand mining and monitoring air pollution. This event will be followed by snacks and learning how to dance "Bollywood" (6-8 p.m. in Student Union 228).

Questions? Contact bguenth@bgsu.edu.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: International Studies Program

Contact: Beatrice Guenther, bguenth@bgsu.edu

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8. Learn Bollywood Dance

Date and Time: From 6-8 p.m. on Monday, March 25.

Location: BTSU 228 (Multipurpose Room)

Description: Learn Bolllywood Dance and Celebrate Holi festival.

Poonam Saini, a dance instructor from Toledo, will teach students Bollywood dances accompanied by Bollywood music.

This event is part of Glimpses of India event, a 2 part event. The first part is a public lecture by Sumaira Abdulali, an activist who will speak on "Can there by Global Grassroots Activism in India? Protecting the Local Environment in Mumbai" in Olscamp 117 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Light refreshments will be served.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Global Village Learning Community

Contact: Vibha Bhalla, vibhab@bgsu.edu 419-372-7121

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9. Level Up Your Self-Care: Video game night at Jerome tomorrow

Date and Time: From 5:30-7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26.

Location: Jerome Library, Browne Pop. Culture Library, 4th Floor

Register for this event.

Description: Join Level Up Your Self-Care, a unique grad student-run event! Unwind from school, meet new friends and explore gaming as self-care. It's more than games; it's about relaxation, connection and discovering fun ways to de-stress. Dive in and level up your self-care with us!

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Recreation and Wellness; University Libraries

Contact: Josh Anderson, joshand@bgsu.edu

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10. Movie Night with CCCC

Date and Time: From 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26.

Location: Olscamp 115

Description: Join us for a fun evening! The Cross-Cultural Conversation Connection (CCCC) invites you to a movie night from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26 in Olscamp 115.

We would be screening the movie, Queen of Katwe and this is an opportunity for anyone looking to unwind and discover the world of chess playing. Don't forget, there is free pizza to add to the fun. We can't wait to see you there!

Should you have any inquiries about the event or the CCCC program in general, please don't hesitate to reach out via cccc@bgsu.edu.

Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the festivities!

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Cross-Cultural Conversation Connection

Contact: Aishat Babatunde, aishatb@bgsu.edu

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11. Research on social media and mental health

Date and Time: This survey is available immediately and should be filled out as soon as possible.

Location: Virtual

Participate in this survey.

Description: This survey will ask about the use of social media and symptoms that may be associated with mental health. Individuals who wish to participate in the survey must be at least 18 years of age.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Students in PSYC 2900

Contact: Jordan St. Julian, jordals@bgsu.edu

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12. 2024 Jaak Panksepp Distinguished Neuroscience Lecture - The science of emotion: Past, Present and Future

Date and Time: From 7-8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27.

Location: Room 206 in the Bowen Thompson Student Union Theater. A reception will precede the event (6:15-7 p.m.) in the lobby outside of the theater in the BTSU. Parking available in lots next to the Student Union.

Center for Neuroscience, Mind and Behavior

Description: Dr. Adolphs is an expert in the field of affective neuroscience and investigates the neural basis of human social behavior, particularly focusing on how people perceive and process emotions in facial expressions. His research laboratory explores questions about social and moral judgments, emotional decision-making and the social challenges faced by individuals with autism. Dr. Adolphs is the Bren Professor of Psychology, Neuroscience and Biology at the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, California.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: John Paul Scott Center for Neuroscience, Mind and Behavior and the BGSU Student Neuroscience Association

Contact: Howard Cromwell, hcc@bgsu.edu

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13. Unveiling the Art of Elite Selling: Unraveling Key Strategies with John Kaplan

Date and Time: From 10:30-11:20 a.m. on Friday, April 5.

Location: Schmeltz Atrium, Maurer Center

Register for this talk.

Description: We are thrilled to welcome back to BGSU Schmidthorst College of Business alumni, John Kaplan, for an illuminating exploration into the world of elite selling. As President and Co-Founder of Force Management, John Kaplan brings a wealth of experience from over two decades of executive leadership in sales and strategy.

In his talk, Mr. Kaplan will delve into the essential components of elite selling, drawing upon his extensive industry experience. From corporate sales strategy to talent management, he will provide practical insights and actionable strategies to empower you at every stage of your professional journey.

Join us for an insightful discussion as we uncover the keys to success in the competitive landscape of sales. This presentation promises to empower and inspire, offering a roadmap to elevate your sales performance to unprecedented heights.

Don't miss this opportunity to welcome back one of our distinguished alumni and unlock the secrets of elite selling with John Kaplan.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Schmidthorst College of Business

Contact: Jennifer Percival, jpercival@bgsu.edu

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14. SNA Raising Cane's Fundraiser

Date and Time: From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27.

Location: Raising Cane's 10576 Freemont Pike, Perrysburg, OH 43551

Check out BGSU SNA on Instagram!

Description: The Student Nurses Association is hosting a fundraiser at the Raising Cane's in Rossford. We are raising money to provide additional educational, professional and community service opportunities to our nursing students. To donate to our fundraiser please show the Raising Cane's Flyer that will be posted on our Instagram to the cashier during your purchase or tell them you want the proceeds to be donated to our fundraiser. Thank you to everyone supporting us!

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Student Nurses Association

Contact: Kinsley Nesmith, knesmit@bgsu.edu

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15. BGSU Early Music Ensemble presents “Music of the Spheres”

Date and Time: From 7-8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27.

Location: The BGSU Planetarium (112 Physical Sciences Laboratory Building)

Description: The BGSU Early Music Ensemble will present a special recital, “Music of the Spheres” in the BGSU Planetarium.

The program will feature:

  • Cristofano Malvezzi, Sinfonia à 6 from the Intermedio L’Armonia delle Sfere (1589)

  • John Jenkins, Pavan in A Minor à 4

  • John Dowland, Lachrimae Antiquae and M. George Whitehead his Almand, à 5, from Lachrimae or Seaven Teares (1603)

  • Jean-Baptiste Lully, Chaconne from Phaeton (1686)

  • William Herschel, Symphony in C Minor (1761)

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Planetarium

Contact: Kate Dellenbusch, dellenk@bgsu.edu

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16. Poker Walk and Wellness Event

Date and Time: From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 3.

Location: Perry Field House Track Room

Find out more on the Poker Walk.

Description: Celebrate National Walking Day!

Event Highlights

  • Poker Walk - Go the distance of your choice (half mile, 1 mile or more) and stop at the poker walk stations to collect your five card poker hand. The top 3 individuals with the best poker hand win a prize and all who participate are entered into a raffle.
  • Stop by the Falcon Eats Food Truck and see Chef Haylee for delicious food with a Falcon flair. (Falcon Dollar, Credit or Debit accepted)
  • Smoothie blender bike and free healthy snacks
  • Pickleball, table tennis and corn hole
  • PAWS Team Therapy Dogs – relax and unwind with furry friends!
  • Faculty/Staff – Redeem your free one-month SRC facility membership
  • Mindfulness and self-care resources
  • Giveaways and raffle prizes

Event is free for faculty, staff, students and community members.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Health and Wellness

Contact: Karyn Smith, karync@bgsu.edu

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17. Visit the Women of Color Traveling Museum on campus today

Date and Time: From 2:30-6:30 p.m. on Monday, March 25.

Location: BTSU 207

Description: In honor of Women’s History Month, The True Black History Museum features its exhibit entitled, Women of Color - A Tribute to the Contributions of African-American Woman. The exhibit profiles several dynamic African-American women who have made significant contributions to society and includes original rare artifacts, signed documents and photo’s of individuals such as Mary McLeod Bethune, Rosa Parks, Maya Angelou, Angela Davis, Dr. Mae Jemison, Shirley Chisholm, Coretta Scott King, Oprah Winfrey, Condoleezza Rice and other great African-American women who have impacted the history of Black Women around the world. After the conclusion of the museum, join us for a showing of The Color Purple at 6:30 p.m. tonight, March 25 in the BTSU Theatre.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: The Office of Student Engagement and Residence Life

Contact: Alexis Lange, anlange@bgsu.edu

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18. Eclipse Speakers Series: Astrophotography for Amateurs

Date and Time: From 7:30–8:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 28.

Location: The BGSU Planetarium (112 Physical Sciences Laboratory Building) and virtually.

Learn more about the Eclipse!

Description: Are you excited for the upcoming April 8 total Solar Eclipse? This week the eclipse speakers series continues with:

Astrophotography for Amateurs – presented by Dr. Christopher Dietz, Associate Professor, College of Musical Arts.

The transfer of smartphone sensor technology to other consumer applications has allowed members of the public with an interest in astronomy to be able to capture high-quality images of distant celestial objects with a relatively modest investment of time and money. This presentation tracks these developments through the experience of one local amateur astrophotographer.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Planetarium, Dept. of Physics & Astronomy, College of Arts & Sciences

Contact: Kate Dellenbusch, dellenk@bgsu.edu

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1. Western and Southern Life - office hours

Date and Time: From 2:30-6p.m. on Tuesday, March 26

Location: BTSU Kuhlin Career Hub - Interview Room 222E

Sign up for a time slot!

Description: Considering a career as a financial representative? Take advantage of office hours to learn more about this career path and Western and Southern Life as well as get your questions answered! You'll have the opportunity to meet individually with Jordan Lutz, who earned his MBA from BGSU in 2018.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Kuhlin Career Hub

Contact: Kerry Spitze, kuhlinhub@bgsu.edu

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2. Popular Culture Studies BGP class offered online this summer

Learn more about summer course offerings.

Description: POPC 1600 103W 41517 – Introduction to Popular Culture is being offered online during the second six-week summer session from June 24 to Aug. 2. The course is designed to introduce you to a variety of critical approaches used in the study of popular culture. Although this course will draw on your familiarity with popular culture, we will approach the subject from a scholarly perspective. The overall objective is to explore how popular culture, in all its various forms, not only reflects the world around us but also how it influences the way we perceive the world. Every day we are exposed to thousands of images, sounds and experiences that we understand as natural – as just the way the world is. But this everyday life we take for granted is anything but natural. It is both the product and the creator of a shared worldview. We will examine a wide range of subjects (such as film, television, music, advertising, the internet and geography) using a wide range of critical approaches (such as genre theory, gender studies, semiotics and political economy), so we can better understand how contemporary American culture shapes our lives. This course fulfills the BGP Humanities and Arts requirement or College of Arts and Sciences MDC requirements.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Department of Popular Culture in the School of Cultural and Critical Studies

Contact: Haley Shipley, haleyes@bgsu.edu

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3. Healthy Queer Relationships

Date and Time: From 5-6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26.

Location: Jerome Library Market Place

Register for the sessions!

Description: LGBTQ+ Care for Yourself and Well-being

Looking for a safe and supportive space to prioritize your LGBTQ+ mental well-being? Look no further! Join our in-person wellness program centered on LGBTQ+ self-care and mental health. Engage in meaningful discussions with individuals who share your experiences and challenges. All programs will include crafts such as coloring, bracelet making and more! This program is free to all students.

Every other Tuesday from 5–6 p.m. at Jerome Market Place (expect April 9).

  • Healthy Queer Relationships and Boundaries: Tuesday, March 26.
  • LGBTQ+ Care Kit: Tuesday, April 9.

If you are struggling with your mental health, contact the Counseling Center. An on-call counselor is available at 419-372-2081 for crisis situations from 8:00 a.m. to 5pm Monday-Friday. You can also utilize the Wood County Crisis Line at 419-502-4673 after Counseling Center business hours. The Crisis Text Line is also available. Text HOME to 741741 for a crisis counselor or text STEVE to 741741 for a culturally competent crisis counselor. You can also text or dial 988 to be connected to a crisis counselor 24/7.

To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Health and Wellness

Contact: Rachel Jones, jlrache@bgsu.edu

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4. Grab a coffee with Sherwin Williams

Date and Time: From 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 26.

Location: BTSU Starbucks

Register for the event.

Description: Got a few minutes to head over to Starbucks in the Student Union between 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 26? Let it be on us! Abbey Strauss from Sherwin Williams will be available to chat with you and talk about their management and sales training program as well as their internship opportunities! And even better- Abbey is a BGSU alumna!

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Kuhlin Career Hub

Contact: Kerry Spitze, kuhlinhub@bgsu.edu

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5. FORGE executive positions

Date and Time: At 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 3.

Location: Olscamp 201

Description: Are you looking to take the next step in college organizations with a low-commitment position? The feminist organization rallying for gender equity is looking for new executive members for next year. We have several positions open including the vice president, treasurer, secretary and PR representative. All positions take little time and allow you to develop those technical and leadership qualities necessary in college and beyond!

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Feminist Organization Rallying for Gender Equity

Contact: Emily Lirtzman, elirtzm@bgsu.edu

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6. Fall registration begins today

Date and Time: At 7 a.m. on Monday, March 25

Location: Virtual

Follow the registration check list.

Description: Registration for the Fall 2024 Semester begins today! More students gain access to the system every day. The earlier you register, the more course options you will have. Follow the registration checklist to ensure you are prepared for your registration date.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Registration and Records

Contact: Oriana Rife, orife@bgsu.edu

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7. FAD: Women's History Month concert with Meaghan Farrell

Date and Time: At 7 p.m. on Friday, March 29.

Location: BTSU Multipurpose Room

More about Falcons After Dark.

Description: A stunningly talented storytelling singer-songwriter and fierce mental health advocate, Meaghan Farrell, will sing of her journey of self-discovery as she weaves her message that creative practices can be supportive tools for mindfulness and mental well-being together with her powerful songs expressing the full range of emotions: from heartbreaking to healing, from injustice to empowerment, from anxiety to confidence.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Division of Diversity and Belonging, Student Engagement

Contact: Student Engagement, engage@bgsu.edu

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8. Drop in at Falcon 2 Falcon this week

Date and Time:

  • From noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26.
  • From 4-5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27.
  • From noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 28.

Location:

  • Psychology 102 on Tuesday
  • Psychology 102 on Wednesday
  • McLeod Hall 330 on Thursday

More from the Counseling Center.

Description: Struggling with your mental health? Trouble connecting to other peers? Need a safe space to vent? Drop in this week to one of the F2F sessions!

Falcon 2 Falcon is a peer-based and lead group for BGSU students through the Garrett Lee Smith Suicide Prevention Grant.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Counseling Center

Contact: Chimdiogo Onyeani-Nwosu, chimdio@bgsu.edu

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9. Come for a Bachelor’s, leave with a Master’s

Date and Time: From 3-4 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27.

Location: Virtual

Register for this session.

Description: Earn both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in just five years when you complete an accelerated bachelor’s to master’s program at BGSU. Start taking graduate courses as an undergraduate student. (Only for current BGSU undergraduates.)

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Graduate Admissions Office

Contact: Jennifer Sayre, gradapply@bgsu.edu 419-372-2791

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10. 2024-25 Undergraduate Student Government voting now open

Date and Time: Monday, March 25 through noon on Thursday, March 28.

Learn about the candidates and vote!

Description: All undergraduate students have the opportunity to vote for the 2024-25 Undergraduate Student Government representatives, including senators and the president and vice president of our undergraduate student body.

Voting is now open and runs through noon on Thursday, March 28.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Undergraduate Student Government

Contact: Kaylee Kahl, kahlk@bgsu.edu

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11. Glow-in-the-dark pickleball

Date and Time: From 7-9 p.m. on Monday March 25th, 2024

Location: Eppler Center Gym

Description: Join the Resident Student Association for a night of glow-in-the-dark pickleball, lounging and games. No experience required and all equipment is provided!

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Resident Student Association

Contact: Thomas Ziebro, tziebro@bgsu.edu

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12. Interested in a career in fashion?

Date and Time: From 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 4.

Location: BTSU 228

Read more about the event!

Description: We are thrilled to extend an invitation to our upcoming career event from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on April 4. We are privileged to have Evelyn Hamady ('21 Fashion Merchandising and Product Development), Associate Production Manager at Kohl's Corporate, as our esteemed keynote speaker.

This event promises to be enriching, with a total of 14 professionals in attendance, including representatives from renowned brands such as Louis Vuitton, Bath and Body Works, Athleta, Cintas, JBC, Lilly Pulitzer, JOANN, Frontgate, Worthington Enterprises, Dillard’s, Global Recruiters of Covington and Designer Brands. Their diverse expertise and insights into the fashion and retail industry will undoubtedly provide invaluable guidance to attendees.

This event is ideal for students interested in pursuing a career in fashion or exploring opportunities in the fashion business. Whether you're still exploring your academic path, considering a minor in Fashion Merchandising and Product Development (FMPD) or simply intrigued by the fashion industry, we encourage you to join us. This event provides a valuable opportunity to connect with industry experts, as well as current FMPD students and faculty members, offering insights and answering questions. Discover more about FMPD senior achievements as well!

If you have classes scheduled during the event time, a permission letter will be provided upon request. For any inquiries or further information, please feel free to contact Dr. Su Yun Bae at sbae@bgsu.edu.

We eagerly anticipate your participation and look forward to seeing you there!

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Fashion Merchandising and Product Development

Contact: Su Yun Bae, sbae@bgsu.edu

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13. Need a pick me up?

Learn more about Campus Cursive!

Description: Do you want a bundle of love? Submit a request to receive personalized letters of encouragement from Campus Cursive students.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Campus Cursive

Contact: Emily Manuel, emimanu@bgsu.edu

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14. Take a written survey, refer a friend and win a gift card

Date and Time: From Monday, March 25 through Wednesday, March 27.

Location: Virtual

Complete the survey!

Description: Take a 10-minute survey on your opinion of Metroparks Toledo and the Glass City Metropark and refer your friends! The individual that refers the largest amount of people will win a /$25 Amazon gift card courtesy of Pivot PR!

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Department of Journalism

Contact: Kaylee Smith, kmohlma@bgsu.edu

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15. Guys and Girls Bible Study

Date and Time: From 7-8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26.

Location: 612 E Wooster St, Bowling Green, OH 43402

Learn more about Active Christians Today!

Description: All are welcome no matter where they are at with their faith journey, whether you are questioning the whole Jesus thing or you and Jesus are besties we would love for you to join us tonight! Girls are studying one of Jesus' parables each week and guys are working through a study by bearded gospel men.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Active Christians Today

Contact: Isabelle Greene, igreene@bgsu.edu

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1. Presentation on health disparities and communication technologies

Date and Time: From 3-4 p.m. on Thursday, March 28.

Location: Kuhlin Center 410

Description: We invite you to attend Dr. Kelly Merril Jr.'s presentation titled "Beyond the Diagnosis: Exploring the Impact of Identity on Healthcare Experiences." In this presentation, Dr. Merril will reveal new findings from his dynamic scholarship on health disparities and communication technologies.

Learn more information about Dr. Merril.

This event is free and open to the public. It is part of the School of Media and Communication's Colloquium Series.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: School of Media and Communication

Contact: Lisa Hanasono, lisakh@bgsu.edu

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2. March Research and Innovation Forum

Date and Time: From 4-5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27.

Location: BTSU 228

Sign up for the forum.

Description: Dr. Eric Cooke, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, will provide an overview of the work being done at the Center for Justice Research and the Police Integrity Research Group. Discussions will focus on crime trends and calls for service in Toledo, as well as criminal arrest cases over the last two decades.

Stay for a Q and A and networking opportunities following the presentation. Light refreshments will be served.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Vice President for Research

Contact: Christina Guinsler, cguinsl@bgsu.edu

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3. Register a team for trivia and get a free appetizer

Date and Time: Trivia will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 3. Registration ends at noon on Thursday, March 28.

Location: Pub 1910

Register a team for trivia!

Description: Celebrate Graduate Student Appreciation Week by participating in trivia! Teams must be a minimum of 2 people and all members must be of graduate student standing. Fill out the survey and we will send you your voucher for a free appetizer!

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Graduate College

Contact: Madison Clatt, mclatt@bgsu.edu

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1. Adapt your assessments to meet the needs of your students

Date and Time: From 10:30 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, March 27.

Location: Virtual

Register for the workshop!

Description: Do you want to know how students from multicultural backgrounds experience assessment? Would you like to learn how to adapt assignments to be more socially and culturally responsible and to engage students? Join the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) for their upcoming workshop, “Creating Culturally and Socially Responsible Assessments,” led by CFE Faculty Associate and Assistant Professor, Dr. Audrey Conway Roberts.

Learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events.

CFE workshops are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members. Registration closes one business day before the event.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence

Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu

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2. CFE Faculty Associate Program Info Session

Date and Time: From 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Monday, April 1.

Location: Virtual (please register for Zoom link)

Register for this session.

Description: Each academic year, the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) works with Faculty Associates to design and facilitate learning experiences and resources for the BGSU teaching community and to provide insight on CFE programming and projects. The CFE is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 Faculty Associate Program. To find out more about this program and how to apply for the program attend this virtual info session. The CFE Faculty Associate program is open to full-time faculty (tenure-track and QRF), adjunct faculty and staff members who are instructors of record.

Learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence

Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu

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3. Hear from your colleagues about their experiences with service-learning!

Date and Time: From 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2.

Location: Online via Zoom (register for link).

Register for this discussion.

Description: Join the Center for Faculty Excellence and the C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement for their panel discussion, “Navigating Service-Learning Challenges: A Teaching Community Panel”. This engaging panel of experienced colleagues and peers within BGSU’s teaching community will share their experiences, insights and strategies for incorporating service-learning into the curriculum and for fostering reciprocal relationships with community partners.

Learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events.

All BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students, administrative and classified staff members are welcomed and encouraged to attend.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement

Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu

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4. Lead an interactive session at this year's Teaching and Learning Summit!

Date and Time: The deadline for proposal submissions is at 5 p.m. on Friday, April 5.

Location: The Teaching and Learning Summit will take place in Olscamp Hall. Faculty and staff parking is available in Lot N. Commuter student parking is available in Lot 1 or 16. Paid parking is available at the front of Lot N near Jerome Library.

Teaching and Learning Summit

Description: BGSU’s annual Teaching and Learning Summit is an opportunity for the BGSU teaching community to spend the day celebrating achievements, reflecting on the past year, sharing best practices for teaching and learning and fostering future collaborations for both inside and outside of the classroom. This year’s Teaching and Learning Summit will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7 in Olscamp Hall. The theme for this year’s Summit is Forward: The Future of Teaching and Learning. Aligning with BGSU’s strategic plan, “Forward,” this year’s Summit will envision what teaching excellence and student success looks like in the university classroom of the future.

Interactive session proposals are now being accepted for the 2024 Teaching and Learning Summit. The deadline for proposal submissions is at 5 p.m. on Friday, April 5.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE)

Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu

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5. Learn more about well-being resources on campus!

Date and Time: From 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Friday, March 29.

Location: Virtual (please register for Zoom link)

Register for this session.

Description: Do you want to know more about the resources that are available on campus to support student, faculty and staff well-being? Join the virtual info session, “Well-Being Resources on Campus,” to learn more about the well-being resources that are available to BGSU community members and how to support those in our community who may be struggling. This program is part of the Mental Health Champion Certificate program.

Learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events.

CFE workshops are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE), Office of Health and Wellness and the Office of the Dean of Students

Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu

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6. Life Design from the SCoB Student Perspective: A Panel Discussion

Date and Time: From 10:45-11:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 28.

Location: Virtual via Zoom (register for link)

Register for the Life Design from the SCoB Student Perspective: A Panel Discussion event

Description: Join the Center for Faculty Excellence and the Schmidthorst College of Business Committee to Advance Teaching and Learning for a panel discussion where students share their diverse experiences applying Life Design both within and beyond the classroom. You can look forward to gaining insights as our student panelists explore the intersection of academics and personal growth, offering real-world anecdotes and reflections. This discussion will provide a glimpse into the unique journey of students designing their own lives.

Learn more about this event and other upcoming CFE events.

CFE workshops and events are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence, Schmidthorst College of Business Committee to Advance Teaching and Learning

Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu

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7. Presentation: "Beyond the Diagnosis"

Date and Time: From 3-4 p.m. on Thursday, March 28.

Location: 410 Kuhlin Center

Registration/Organization Link: Registration is not required.

Description: We invite you to attend Dr. Kelly Merril Jr.'s presentation titled "Beyond the Diagnosis: Exploring the Impact of Identity on Healthcare Experiences." In this presentation, Dr. Merril will reveal new findings from his dynamic scholarship on health disparities and communication technologies. Learn more about Dr. Merril.

The event is free and open to the public.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: School of Media and Communication

Contact: Lisa Hanasono, LisaKh@bgsu.edu

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1. Poet Rachel Wiley

Date and Time: From 12:15-12:50 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26.

Location: Falcon Square, North Building

Description: Ms. Wiley, a queer, biracial poet, performer and body-positive activist from Columbus, Ohio, has competed in multiple National Poetry Slam Competitions and was a finalist twice in 2011. She has toured nationally, performing at slam venues, colleges and festivals including the 2014 Geraldine Dodge Poetry Festival in Newark, New Jersey. Ms. Wiley’s work has been featured by the Huffington Post, Everyday Feminism, Frigg Magazine, Drunken Boat, Drunk in a Midnight Choir, Nailed Magazine and PBS NewsHour. Her first full-length collection of poems, Fat Girl Finishing School, was published by Timber Mouse Press in 2014 and her collections Nothing Is Okay (2018) and Revenge Body (2022) were published by Button Poetry.

Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Student Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion

Contact: Student Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, fireactivites@bgsu.edu

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