The Bowen-Thompson Student Union, which opened in January, 2002, redefines the personality of Bowling Green State University, bringing it new life and providing a focal point for both the campus and outreach communities. Expected to quickly reestablish itself as the heart and soul of the University, the Student Union features design and programming intended to take BGSU well into the 21st century. It is a contemporary gathering place and learning environment as well as a model for college campuses nationwide.

Doubling in size, to approximately 210,000 square feet, the Bowen-Thompson Student Union has everything you need, delivered by a friendly and helpful staff looking forward to providing you with the highest level of customer service.

You'll find:

• Food Service:
  
  • ZZAS Pizza and Pasta
  • Wooster Street Deli
  • Steak Escape
  • Hot Tamales
  • Wendy's
  • Carnation Café & Bakery
  • Bowling Greenery
  • Big Grill
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Starbucks Coffee
• Retail Shopping Options:
  • University Bookstore
  • The Peregrine Shop (convenience store)
  • Stamper's Mail and Copy Center
  • ATMs
• Entertainment & Programming:
  
  • Lenhart Grand Ballroom
  • 250-seat Movie Theater/Auditorium
  • Black Swamp Pub
  • Hazel H. Smith Off-Campus Student Center
  • Student Affairs and Student Organization offices and services ( Office of the Dean of Students, Campus Activities, BG1 Card Office, UAO, USG, GSS)
  • Multipurpose room
  • Computer Lab
  • Conference and meeting rooms with state-of-the-art technology
• Lounges:
  
  • Smith Multicultural Lounge
  • Primrose Family TV Lounge
  • Numerous other lounges of varying sizes

For historical information about this building, see the Student Union on BGSU’s Historic Campus Tour.