Alumni societies are organized around a common interest (fraternities and sororities, sports clubs, music and performing arts organizations, etc). Much like alumni chapters, these groups actively support the University through student recruitment, career mentoring, scholarship fundraising, community service and social activities. 

Many societies publish newsletters and host fun activities around Homecoming weekend, as well as other special gatherings throughout the year.

If you don't find a society that interests you, contact the Alumni Association at alumni@bgsu.edu or (888) 839-2586 to learn how to start one.

Alpha Phi Omega
Samantha Wilcox
swilcox@bgsu.edu
The Bowling Green chapter of Alpha Phi Omega was founded in 1948. It is a national co-educational service fraternity, based on principals of leadership, friendship and service. It is the purpose of our fraternity to assemble college students in a fellowship of principles derived from the Scout Oath and Scout Law of the Boy Scouts of America.
  September 2009 newsletter

Alpha Sigma Phi
Matt Bowles
mattbowles@bgsualumni.com
The Bowling Green chapter of Alpha Sigma Phi was founded in 1950. We carry a strong tradition of brotherhood, charity, honor and patriotism to this day. As our motto suggests, we strive to “Better the Man” in our attempt to create and perpetuate brotherhood.
  April 2009 newsletter


Alumni Band
Sarah Warden '98
(419) 352-3149
sjg1276@yahoo.com
The College of Musical Arts enjoys the distinction of collegiate status within BGSU. This position, as an academic unit, allows the College to contribute to the cultural life of the University and community while educating talented musicians for professional careers in performance, teaching, composition and musical scholarship. There are five bands at BGSU: the Falcon Marching Band, the Wind Symphony, the Concert Band, the University Band and the Athletic Band. Through the talents of each band BGSU has achieved national recognition for its outstanding faculty and student performers.
  August 2009 newsletter

Alumni Swimmers & Divers
MaryBeth Thaman
marybeth.thaman@ketteringoh.org
  May 2009 newsletter

Air Force ROTC
(419) 372-2176
AFROTC is an in-college program dedicated to training future Air Force officers. Upon graduation, our cadets are commissioned as active duty 2nd Lieutenants in the United States Air Force.

Army ROTC
David Ridenour
d.ridenour@envirosafeservices.com
The Army ROTC program was established at BGSU in the fall of 1948. Originally the ROTC program was designed to produce Artillery Officers. In 1955-56, the unit was designated General Military Science and has since produced officers for all branches of the Army.
  September 2009 newsletter

Black Alumni Society
Normea S. Banner
quietstorm_zeta@yahoo.com
On February 19, 1969, three people signed off on starting the Black Student Union: Robert “Beep” Horne ‘70, Wayne Brody and Willie “Yo” Young ‘72, ‘73. Carlos Jackson ‘58,‘60 signed on as the advisor, and thus began the BGSU Black Alumni Society.


BG News
Beth Thomas Hertz '87
(330) 668-6886
hertz23@aol.com
The BG News is the campus daily newspaper published Monday through Friday offering items of general interest to the broader campus community, including top local campus and city news; and state, regional, national and international news events of significance.
  Fall 2009 newsletter

Construction Management
Travis Chapin, Advisor
(419) 372-2837
tchapin@bgsu.edu

Cross Country
Amanda Decker '07
(603) 801-9152
amanda.decker@hotmail.com
A rich history of champions and better living through endurance running at BGSU.

Dance Marathon
Denny Bubrig (Dance Marathon Advisor)
(419) 372-2343
dbugrig@bgsu.edu
Dance Marathon is Ohio's largest student run philanthropy and raises emotional and financial awareness for Children's Miracle Network and St. Vincent Mercy Children's Hospital in Toledo, Ohio.  All of these efforts culminate in a 32-hour fun-filled event at the Student Recreation Center.
 

Honors Students
Jodi Devine
(419) 372-8501
jdevine@bgsu.edu
For the past 30 years the BGSU Honors Program has influenced many high achieving students (over 3,000 alumni).  This history is rich and vibrant, and includes the contributions of dedicated students, staff, faculty, and alumni. In 1978, the Honors Program was established under the direction of Dr. Robert Bashore.  Dr. Bashore served as Director until 1981.  The Program evolved from the Little College, originally a residential program in which students could take all of their humanities requirements in one semester through team-taught classes.
  July 2009 newsletter

Kappa Delta
Kay Arlene Hallett
khallet@bgsu.edu
Kappa Delta is a national sorority with nearly 200,000 members. We make great things happen in women's lives, on campuses and in communities across the country. Kappa Delta inspires its members to reach their potential by offering opportunities for leadership, personal development, academic success and community service, all in the context of true friendship.
  Summer 2009 newsletter

Kappa Sigma
Terry Nigh
tnigh@woh.rr.com
Kappa Sigma is devoted to making the most out of the college experience. Through group effort, we are able to make a difference as an organization at BGSU. We are dedicated to the principals of scholarship, leadership, fellowship and service. We raise money for righteous organizations, volunteer in our community and work together to gain the best education BGSU has to offer.
  September 2009 newsletter

Latino Alumni Society
Marcos Popovich '01
(312) 427-8683
mpopovich@ushli.com
The Latino Alumni Society was created to honor BGSU latino students who have enriched the university's cultural and academic heritage.

Masters of Business Administration
Toby Swick
tswick@bgsu.edu
With more than 29,000 graduates from BGSU’s College of Business Administration alone, we have many successful alumni leading projects and companies throughout the world. Our business alumni are recognized through a number of ways, including the BGSU Alumni Association and the Dallas-Hamilton Entrepreneurial Hall of Fame. We want to honor those who have worked hard and have outstanding accomplishments.

Men's Chorus Alumni Society
Shaun Moorman '00
smooman@nlannan.com
The University Men’s Chorus was established in the early 1920s. Disbanded during World War II because of the shortage of men on campus, it was reactivated in 1971 by BGSU Professor Emeritus Richard Mathey, who conducted the group for over 25 years. It is open to all men of the University community.

Mortar Board
Position Open
Contact the Alumni Association
(888) 839-2586
alumni@bgsu.edu
Mortar Board is a National College Senior Honor Society, dedicated to the values of scholarship, leadership and service, represented by the Greek letters Pi Sigma Alpha (∏∑A). The Bowling Green State University Chapter of Mortar Board is known as the Fayetta Paulsen Chapter and was established in 1969.  It is named in honor of Fayetta Paulsen, a long time University employee and member of the Bowling Green community.

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity
Joseph Copeland
jcope1914@sbcglobal.net
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity was founded at Howard University in Washington, D.C., January 9, 1914, by three young African-American male students. The Founders deeply wished to create an organization that viewed itself as "a part of" the general community rather than "apart from" the general community. From its inception, the Founders also conceived Phi Beta Sigma as a mechanism to deliver services to the general community. Rather than gaining skills to be utilized exclusively for themselves and their immediate families, they held a deep conviction that they should return their newly acquired skills to the communities from which they had come. This deep conviction was mirrored in the Fraternity's motto, "Culture For Service and Service For Humanity".

Political Science Society
Neal Jesse
njesse@bgsu.edu
The Department of Political Science is strongly committed to undergraduate and graduate education in government and politics that supports the scholarship of discovery, teaching, integration and application. The department provides students with the intellectual foundation for many career pursuits, including work in the public, private, and non-profit sectors; law, education, and global and local politics.

Sigma Phi Epsilon
Ron Parthemore
spsron@gmail.com
Sigma Phi Epsilon was founded at Richmond College, now the University of Richmond, on November 1, 1901, on the Cardinal Principles: Virtue, Diligence, and Brotherly Love. Today, the Fraternity has grown to more than 262,000 lifetime members, including 13,500 undergraduates on 260 campuses in the United States. SigEp is the currently the largest fraternity in terms of undergraduate enrollment.
  June 2009 newsletter

SMART Program
Tiffany Davis
tjdavis@bgsu.edu
The Office of Residence Life S.M.A.R.T. (Students of color Mentoring, Aiding, Retaining, and Teaching) Program is a mentoring program designed to offer social, cultural, leadership, and academic support to first-year students of color living in the residence halls at Bowling Green State University.

Tour Guides
Adrea Spoon '01
(419) 372-9872
adrea@bgsu.edu
BGSU features a 75-minute walking tour with stops in academic buildings, a typical residence hall room and the chance to interact with a current student.

University Activities Organization Alumni
David Glass
bgsu78@aol.com
UAO as BGSU’s premier programming board, shall provide student-focused, social, educational and cultural programs for the BGSU community.  Through diverse, quality and entertaining events, UAO strives to instill pride and lasting memories in the hearts of all BGSU students.

WBGU/WFAL
Position Open
Contact the Alumni Association
(888) 839-2586
alumni@bgsu.edu
The TCOM department offers students a variety of ways to gain hands-on experience in media-related entities. Getting involved with these organizations can greatly enhance your educational experience by providing skills and professional practices. In the spotlight or behind the scenes, students use state-of-the-art technology while building lasting friendships.