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Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021

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1. 42nd Annual New Music Festival at the College of Musical Arts

The MidAmerican Center for Contemporary Music and the College of Musical Arts proudly present the 42nd Annual Bowling Green New Music Festival Oct. 21-23. The Festival showcases the College's distinctive specialty in contemporary music, featuring performances by students, faculty and guests. There will be six concerts with music by composers from around the globe and featured guest composer Augusta Read Thomas. All concerts and events are free and open to the public.

For a complete listing of events, visit the festival webpage.

2. Food Assistance Programs

Are you or a student you know facing food insecurity? The Office of the Dean of Students food assistance programs can provide students with support and resources (i.e. a bag of non-perishable grocery items). Students can complete a food assistance application or come into the Office of the Dean of Students to apply. Applications and more information about the programs can be found on the Dean of Students webpage.

3. Halloween in the Greek Village. Wear costumes. Games, activities and candy will be provided at the event.

All members of the community welcomed! Trick or Treat event in which Greek organizations will be providing games, activities and candy to everyone in our community. Families and children are welcome to attend, as well as other members of the Bowling Green community. Come meet our members of the Greek community!! The event will be hosted on Oct. 28 at 6 p.m. in the Greek Village.

4. Hear Dr. Willing speak TONIGHT at the Student Neuroscience Association meeting!

Join the Student Neuroscience Association TONIGHT from 6 to 7 p.m. in room 113 of the Psychology Building to hear Dr. Willing speak on his research at BGSU's campus and enjoy some cookies while we learn about neuroscience!

5. Inclusive sex education & condom bingo

LGBTQ+ Programs and The Office of Student Engagement are excited to bring Inclusive Sex Ed, featuring renowned sex educator Richelle Frabotta and condom bingo!

Join us Thursday, Oct. 21, in the Bowen-Thompson Student Union Ballroom from 6 to 9 p.m., as Richelle enlightens us on sex, confidence and self understanding during her presentation, "Baseball or Pizza: What’s Sex All About". Richelle’s presentation will be followed by a small group Q&A and condom bingo, with the chance to win prizes!

6. Know a student in crisis? Here's how to help!

Help create a Community of Care at BGSU and make sure no Falcon struggles unnoticed and alone! Start the Conversation is a collaborative training offered by the Counseling Center and the Humanities Troupe from the Department of Theatre and Film. In the training, you will learn how to contribute to a community of care, how to identify the warning signs of people who may be struggling, and how to help (including suicide prevention strategies). Simple expressions of care are powerful, and you can make a difference in someone's life!

The next training is Wednesday, Oct. 20, 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. in BTSU 316. Register and learn more about how you can help create a community of care at BGSU!

7. Virtual event: Music, Memory, and Change in Arab America

On Monday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m., Dr. Christopher Witulski will present his research on how music and performance shape identity in Arab American communities, creating continuity with the past and creating new traditions. Witulski will be sharing his research findings as part of his Faculty Fellowship with BGSU’s interdisciplinary public humanities center, the Institute for the Study of Culture and Society (ICS).

You can learn more about this virtual event and register on the event page.

Please contact ics@bgsu.edu with any questions or concerns. We hope to “see” you there!

8. Virtual speaker: Carson Tueller LGBTQ+ and disability justice advocate

As part of its Community Enrichment Series, Bowling Green State University Firelands will welcome Carson Tueller, LGBTQ+ and disability justice activist, to share his story and life experiences at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, virtually via Zoom.

Tueller's life took an unexpected turn in 2013, the year he came out as a gay man and also injured his spinal cord in an accident that broke his neck, paralyzing him from the chest down. Now as a speaker, presenter and personal development coach, Tueller empowers individuals to reach their full potential in their careers and personal lives. Through his speaking, writing and coaching, Tueller shows people their own value and greatness and gives them a new view of what is possible for their lives.

Tueller's virtual keynote, "Redefining What it Means to Have a Human Body," is free and open to the public by registering.

9. National Day on Writing

The University Writing Program celebrates the National Day on Writing on Oct. 20. Check out the UWP page to see digital literacy narratives from students, staff and faculty - look for the National Day on Writing link. You can also contact the UWP if you would like to provide your literacy narrative to be considered for the website (please include "Digital Literacy Narrative" in the subject): clgiven@bgsu.edu.

10. Calling ALL female and non-binary performers

Are you a female or non-binary performer with a knack for comedy? Audition to have an act in Lady Parts's Women In Comedy show! Auditions will be Sunday, Oct. 24, and Wednesday, Oct. 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Central Hall 112. The show is November 13 at 7 p.m. All proceeds from the show go to The Cocoon women's shelter in Bowling Green. We welcome any and all acts (singing, stand up, poetry, etc.)! Sign up slots for auditions can be found on the sign up page.

11. Campus Sustainability Week is HERE!

Campus Sustainability Week celebrates BGSU sustainability through a variety of events and activities throughout the week. All events are FREE! Learn, get motivated/inspired, and have fun! Full schedule of events found on the Sustainability Week webpage.

12. Discounted group fitness passes at SRC

Make your health a priority, enjoy workouts provided by certified fitness instructors, and get rewarded for your hard work. Join Falcon Fitness for the October Group Fitness Challenge. Attend 10 Group X classes during the month of October and receive a free Falcon Fitness shirt.

Falcon Fitness has over 20 classes a week to choose from including Cycle, Buti Yoga, BODYPUMP, Xtreme Hip Hop Step, WERQ Dance Fitness, Aqua Zumba, Barre, Yoga and much more! View the full schedule and details online.

Attend unlimited fitness classes all semester by purchasing a discounted Group Exercise Pass for a small fee ($18 for BGSU students and $30 for BGSU faculty/staff/retiree) at the Student Recreation Center welcome desk or using our online portal. Purchase of an SRC membership is not required.

For more information on group fitness classes or personal training services available this semester, visit www.bgsu.edu/recwell or contact Maddi Stiles at 419-372-2348 or madstil@bgsu.edu.

13. Live Halloween Comedy Spooktacular!

Lady Parts Comedy presents our spookiest show of the year, “American Child Candies”! Come join us for a freakishly funny time in Ed Building 115, at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 23. We'll have some scary funny sketches and frighteningly bold improv comedy. We hope to see you there!

14. You can go forest bathing today!

There are still some spaces left to travel to BG's Wintergarden Park today for the forest bathing program! It's a form of outdoor relaxation/mindfulness, and we're offering free van transportation also! Hang out in nature on a beautiful afternoon in the park! It doesn't get any better than this! Van departs Union parking lot outside Starbucks at 2 p.m. Sign up is required; go to the event link found in the Sustainability Week schedule. Contact greenbg@bgsu.edu with any questions.

1. Apply to be a BG Tour Guide today!

Are you looking for a fun and flexible job on campus? The application to become a BGSU Campus Tour Guide is now open! For more information please visit our website

The application closes Oct. 29 at 11:59 p.m.

If you have any questions please email bgtours@bgsu.edu.

2. Download parking pass and tickets for Saturday Football game

The Falcon Football team hosts Eastern Michigan for a MAC matchup this Saturday at Doyt L. Perry Stadium. Kickoff is set for noon. Tickets are free for students. Download your tickets.

You can also park at the game for free using this parking pass.

3. Fall Fest is TONIGHT

UAO will be on University Lawn from 6 to 9 p.m. TONIGHT! There will be a caramel apple bar, a corn maze, mechanical pumpkin and fall snacks! Stop by for some fall fun; we'd love to see you there!

Follow us on social media to stay in the know with UAO (@bgsu_uao)!

4. Register for the Fall Leadership Conference!

The C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Fraternity & Sorority Life are hosting the annual Fall Leadership Conference! All student leaders will have opportunities to: explore their own personal values, network with other student leaders, and develop the skills necessary to achieve personal, academic and professional success. Register today.

1. Are you an LGBTQ+ grad student? Come hang out with Grad Pride!

Grad Pride is a social club for queer graduate students - and we're hanging out this Friday, Oct. 22, at Arlyn's Good Beer (520 Hankey Ave) starting at 7:30 p.m.! Come grab a beer with us; we'd love to see you! Questions? Email Chloe at calvico@bgsu.edu.

1. Faculty and staff tickets available for Football game Saturday

Here is what BGSU Athletics is offering full time faculty and staff this season:

Football: One free 2021 BGSU Football Season Ticket in general admission of Doyt L. Perry Stadium or the chance to upgrade their ticket to a bench reserved seat for as low as $25.

Volleyball: One free 2021 BGSU Volleyball Season Ticket in general admission of the Stroh Center. Additional season tickets can be purchased for $50.

Hockey: Get a bench reserved season ticket for the 2021 BGSU Hockey season for only $190, a $50 savings off of the public price!

Men’s Basketball: Get a chairback reserved season ticket for the 2021 BGSU Men’s Basketball season for only $140, a $33 savings off of the public price!

Women’s Basketball: Get a chairback reserved season ticket for the 2021 BGSU Women’s Basketball season for only $75, a $25 savings off of the public price!

Get your tickets today.

To get set up with your tickets, please reach out to the Ticket Office via email (tickets@bgsu.edu), phone (419-372-0000 call or text), or by stopping by the Stroh Center Box Office on Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

2. New Faculty Fridays - Inclusive Pedagogy, Oct. 22

New Faculty Fridays is a semester-long orientation process designed for full-time faculty and instructors who have been at BGSU for less than 12 months. New Faculty Fridays are opportunities to connect with other faculty members. During these meetings faculty members will learn about institutional resources, programs and processes to support their success and the success of their students.

Inclusive Pedagogy
Date: Friday, Oct. 22
Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Facilitator: Dr. Angela Nelson, Associate Professor, Popular Culture

Register for Inclusive Pedagogy Session.

3. One-month special to the Student Recreation Center

Take advantage of this special offer and get access to the BGSU Student Recreation Center for an entire month at one low price.

The facility offers two pools, an indoor track, state-of-the-art weight and cardio equipment, sport courts, convenient parking and locker rooms.

This membership special is available through October 31 and is valid for one month from the date of purchase for just $24.99 per adult with the option to add dependents for $10 each.

Stop by the SRC welcome desk for a free tour during operating hours to see the facility and services for yourself!

For more information:
419.372.2000 | recwell@bgsu.edu | myrec.bgsu.edu