What have previous freshmen students said about the BGeXperience Program?  Check out some of the comments from incoming freshmen students after they participated in the BGeXperience Introduction.

• The leaders of my BGeX class seemed very effective and seem like they are going to have a positive impact on my education.

• I just think the experience has basically made me think about values & beliefs. Also, I was able to meet new people.

• My overall experience with BGeX was good. Very helpful and informative.

• I’m glad that I was able to discuss values with others; it helped to emphasize that there are multiple sides to every conflict and people reach these positions through different lines of reasoning.

• BGeX has helped with my transition to college and I am glad I had the opportunity to participate.

• It is comforting to know that the professors and other students are willing to help out in any way they can or there are places to go to ease the transition.

• The leaders of my BGeX introduction sessions were friendly, warm and inviting. They helped in what to expect out of the college experience both on and off campus.

• I feel very comfortable with others and I feel that values are necessary and I have clarified my thinking of my personal values.

• The BGeX has motivated me for the overall college experience. I’m ready to make a difference not only at BG but the world.

• I liked learning about the community and how to get involved because I’m not from around here so I was nervous about that stuff.

• I liked getting the opportunity to interact with the other students and my amazing professor. I was so nervous about this class but meeting my professor and the other students made me a lot less nervous.

• I liked getting questions answered because I didn’t know a lot about BG and it was just easy to ask questions.

• BGeX gave us some positive insight and reminds you to stay focused on what really matters; your values and what’s important to you. This gave me a push on the right path.

• BGeX gave us something to do that was constructive so we’re not just sitting in our dorms.

• I liked getting to meet the other students, learning about Bowling Green as a town, because I really don’t know anyone and I don’t know where to go.

• I liked getting together with your groups because it gives you an opportunity to meet people and form a bond with one another.

• I liked having discussions and having people disagree on certain subjects because it made me think and go outside the box.

• I liked how much they tell you about what to expect throughout college. I was very nervous of what would be happening and now I feel very aware.

• I enjoyed talking about community service and volunteering. I have done quite a lot of community service and I think it is a great opportunity.

• I enjoyed the point they were trying to get across about how important it is to be an active citizen in the community. I think that will help further the growth of the town.

• I just like the smaller class. It makes me feel more comfortable.

• I like that it is interactive and we can voice our opinions and learn about other people. I met new people that I feel comfortable talking to.

• I thought BGeX helped our class to start coming out of our shells and relay our feelings about issues and current events.

• BGeX is fun. It helps you meet new people.

• I really liked the BGeX Intro because it helped me get comfortable with my professor.

• I enjoyed meeting other students and jump starting my social life here at BGSU. I also really liked being able to meet my instructor before formal classes begin.

• I liked learning what is expected of the students the most and also what to expect as a student because I feel more prepared for classes as a result.

• I liked the fact how open everyone was with ideas and beliefs because it made the sessions more enjoyable and fun.

• It opened the door to our class, breaking down any barriers we may have put up, so that our class will be enjoyable and beneficial throughout the semester.

• The small class that allowed me to meet people and the information given, put my mind at ease.

• The introduction part because it made it easier to find out what I had in common with everyone.

• I really learned a lot about what BG is about and what I can do at this university and around the city. The things to keep me occupied here were a fairly important factor in my college choice.

*Source - incoming freshmen student surveys Fall 2008.

Click here to view the 2006 convocation speech written and presented by Sara Johnson, incoming freshman student.

BGeXperience Program
Bowling Green State University
122 Conklin North
Bowling Green, Ohio 43403-0289  
Phone:  419-372-7247    ~    Fax:  419-372-3864