BG Perspective: 21st Century Liberal Studies, BGSU’s current general education program, provides the foundation for a premier liberal arts education so that BGSU students graduate prepared for self-reliant learning throughout their lives and capable of effectively participating in a democratic society. BG Perspective classes are taken by all students at BGSU, reflecting a deep conviction by the BGSU faculty, as well as leaders in all professions, that successful, satisfying lives require a wide range of skills and knowledge. Ethical integrity, reflective thinking, and active social engagement are characteristics of a liberally educated person. The BG Perspective program at BGSU emphasizes student-centered active learning so that students acquire both broad intellectual skills and a sufficient breadth of knowledge to be more successful in their major area of study and later in their chosen professions and careers. These intellectual skills include the ability to think critically and communicate effectively; the ability to understand different cultures, modes of thought, and multiple values; and the ability to investigate forces that shape the social, scientific and technological complexities of contemporary culture.

Part of BGSU's success as an institution of higher learning in achieving these goals and learning outcomes is evidenced by the receipt of awards such as the 2007 Award for Institutional Progress in Student Learning Outcomes, given by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. For more information on the CHEA award or other ways in which we strive to measure our effectiveness in achieving goals and learning outcomes, click on the following link: http://www.bgsu.edu/offices/assessment/

Please note that from May 2009 through August 2011, Bowling Green State University, as part of implementing Strategy #1 in the Charting Our Future strategic plan, is engaging in a comprehensive review and revision of its undergraduate curricular and co-curricular experiences in a process known as Connecting the Undergraduate Experience (C.U.E.). Re-examining how well the general education program serves students in enabling them to achieve the University Learning Outcomes represents a major portion of this review. Please refer to the C.U.E. website for current information about the status of this process. http://www.bgsu.edu/cue