BGSU Campus Update

Monday, Nov. 1, 2021

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Graduate Students

The Graduate College and Multicultural Initiatives for Graduate Student Success (MIGSS) will be facilitating Writing, Procrastination, and Resistance: How to Identify Your Writing Blocks and Move Through Them, a workshop.

Faculty/Staff

To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.

Campus Update Archive

1. Hear from The Late Late Show coordinator Kelsey Varela TONIGHT!

Join PRSSA on Zoom at 7:30 p.m. to hear about Kelsey Varela's experiences moving from BG to LA, being James Corden's personal assistant, and working on The Late Late Show!

Join the Zoom Meeting at 7:30 TONIGHT, Nov. 1.
Meeting ID: 840 8667 0263
Passcode: 375247

Questions? Email bgprssa@gmail.com!

2. Learn how to help a Falcon in crisis!

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!

Register and learn more about how you can help create a community of care at BGSU!

3. Music Industry Club hosts Open Mic Night

Music Industry club presents Open Mic Night! On Nov. 3 at 8 to 10 p.m. in the BTSU Multipurpose Room, join us for a fun night of singing, poetry, comedy and more! We hope to see you there!

4. BGSU Science Café - Interactive Storytelling: Combining Data and Narrative to Elicit Systemic Change

On Nov. 4 at 6:30 p.m., Assistant Professor of Graphic Design Andrea Cardinal will discuss Interactive Storytelling, which is a form of visual communication that combines various media and user interaction to deliver a comprehensive engagement of both qualitative and quantitative data. Attendees will be able to assess if their own research would be served by IS to drive policy or cultural change. If you are interested in attending this informative discussion, followed by an interactive Q&A panel, please register!

5. Call for presentations - Black Issues Conference

The 22nd Annual Black Issues Conference takes place on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022. This year's theme is "Why We Can't Wait".

The organizers of the conference invite proposals for papers, presentations and creative works across a broad array of Black issues, especially related to privilege, oppression, power and expression. Other areas might include: Arts Activism, Inter-community Solidarity, Resistance, Empowerment, etc. The presentations can take the form of a paper, PowerPoint, a virtual discussion, a video, research studies and creative works (e.g., painting, ceramics, photography, movement, spoken word, etc.) Presentations may be done by individuals or small groups.

Undergraduate and graduate students are particularly encouraged to apply.

Sessions are 45 minutes long. Please plan to present for 30 minutes and allow 15 minutes for questions and answers at the end.

The deadline to submit is Wednesday, Dec. 1, at 11:59 p.m. No extensions will be granted. You will be notified about the status of your proposal by Friday, Dec. 17, at 5 p.m.

Visit this form to submit your proposal.

Please direct any questions to Nina Barudzic at oma@bgsu.edu with the subject Black Issues Conference.

6. FREE menstrual kits

Stop by The Wellness Connection, 214 Student Recreation Center on the main floor, during the first week of November anytime from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to pick up a FREE menstrual kit that contains an assortment of tampons, pads and panty liners!

7. Identity management system upgrade Nov. 11-12

Beginning Thursday, November 11, and through Friday, November 12, Information Technology Services (ITS) will transition BGSU accounts and applications to a new identity management solution. Once the transition is complete, the single sign-on (SSO) log in page and associated URLs will look slightly different. You may also be prompted to create a security question.

If you experience issues logging in after this change you may need to reset your password via self-service by following these instructions:

Navigate to MyBGSU.
On the log in page select Forgot Password.
Enter your email address.
Select Reset via Email.
Follow the prompts to change your password.

*If you are unable to access your BGSU email to reset your password, please contact ITS for assistance.

Additional information regarding this project is available on the Identity Management Upgrade project website.

Please direct any questions regarding this change to ITS at 419-372-0999 or ITSchat.bgsu.edu.

8. Jacob Brandman, D.C., has joined the chiropractic team at Falcon Health Center

Jacob Brandman, D.C. has joined the Falcon Health Center Primary Care Center with Mickey Frame, D.C. The two provide chiropractic care to the BGSU and surrounding Bowling Green communities and are accepting new patients.

Jacob graduated from Palmer School of Chiropractic and previously worked as a chiropractic rehabilitation assistant in Davenport, Iowa. He is originally from Bedford, Michigan, and received his undergraduate degree from the University of Toledo.

Jacob's clinical interests include musculoskeletal/sports-related injuries, soft tissue therapies, spine and extremity adjustments, and exercises and stretches to improve overall function and range of motion. He also enjoys focusing on lifestyle modifications, goals, strategies for recovery, and overall personal health empowerment with his patients.

The chiropractic team at the Falcon Health Center provides acupuncture, care for musculoskeletal/sports-related injuries, soft tissue therapies, spine and extremity adjustments and exercises, and stretches to improve overall function and range of motion and many other treatments. Please call the office to set up an appointment at (419) 728-0601.

9. Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month Kickoff TONIGHT

Join the Office of Multicultural Affairs TONIGHT for the kickoff to Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month, from 6 to 8 p.m. in BTSU 207. Alumni Jessie Walton and Jamie Oxendine will be joining us to discuss Land Acknowledgement and Celebration.

This event is free and open to everyone.

Please contact Connie Weaver, conniew@bgsu.edu, with questions.

10. Congratulations to Gretchen Avery for earning the October nomination for the Classified Staff Spirit of BG Award.

Congratulations to Gretchen Avery for earning the October nomination for the Classified Staff Spirit of BG Award. Read about her contribution here.

Every qualified nominee is recognized and presented a certificate of appreciation and their nomination(s) are published each month. There are no limits on nominations throughout the year. Qualified nominations are placed in a drawing at the annual Classified Staff Awards Ceremony to win one of 12 monetary prizes.

Nominate a deserving staff member for November using this link.

11. Spirit of BG nominations - Classified Staff

The Classified Staff Spirit of BG Award committee is pleased to accept November nominations for the Classified Staff Spirit of BG Award. Every qualified nominee will be recognized and presented a certificate of appreciation and their nomination(s) published in the Campus Update each month.

There are no limits on nominations throughout the year. Qualified nominations submitted from May through the following April will be placed in a drawing at the annual Classified Staff Awards Ceremony in May to win one of 12 monetary prizes. Visit the award page for more information or to access the nomination form.

The guidelines provide all information necessary to qualify. Please submit a nomination for that special classified staff employee who displays what BG's spirit is all about.

You may deliver nominations to Deborah Carden, Chair dcarden@bgsu.edu.

12. Support local family hygiene and donate!

We will be collecting donations from the community to donate hygiene products to the Wood County Job and Family Services! If you are interested in donating, please go to our GoFundMe and feel free to donate as much as you like! Thanks for your support BGSU!

13. The future is in non-profits: Zoom Career Q&A 11/4

Political Science Career Connection: Join us on Thursday, Nov. 4, at 6 p.m. on Zoom. We'll welcome an executive director of a successful, local non-profit. Dianne Barndt, a graduate of BGSU's journalism program, leads The Victory Center, a community oriented non-profit that provides support and resources to cancer patients and their families in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. With expertise in fundraising, strategic planning and marketing, Dianne's talk can provide guidance to students across academic disciplines interested in non-profit work.

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 881 6731 6411
Passcode: POLSatBGSU

BGSU Political Science hosts a regular virtual career series providing students a chance to discuss different career paths stemming from degrees in political science, international studies and public administration, among many others.

14. Wellness Wednesday event

Join BGSU Recreation and Wellness and BGSU Dining for Wellness Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. at The Oaks Lobby. Donate a swipe or canned good to benefit the Falcon Care Program! Register.

15. When Stars are Scattered Book Discussion - A refugee experience

The Northwest Ohio Immigrant Rights Network and a team of co-sponsoring community organizations will be hosting a Zoom book discussion of When Stars are Scattered, on Tuesday Nov. 16, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. The book, a National Book Award finalist, is the moving story of Omar Mohamed and his brother Hassan's experience in a Somali refugee camp in Kenya. Written as a graphic novel, it has wide appeal for people of all ages. The purpose of this event is to better understand the refugee experience, consider ways immigrants and refugees make our communities stronger, and explore our role in this process.

Omar Mohamed will be joining us on the Zoom, so there will be opportunities to hear from him and to ask him questions. Everyone is welcome, whether they have read the book or not!

Register for the Zoom.

1. 2022-23 FAFSA now open

The 2022-23 FAFSA has been open for a month now. This is an important application that you are REQUIRED to fill out if you want to qualify for any federal financial aid.

A lot of scholarships require a FAFSA to be filled out as well. So don’t procrastinate. To get started, visit studentaid.gov. Have questions? Visit bgsu.edu/fafsa or submit your question(s) to https://finaid.bgsu.edu/prd/asksfa/

Complete your FAFSA by March 1 to qualify for maximum aid.

2. Army ROTC wants you

Considering the military? Already enlisted? Looking for an organization to build leadership and meet new people? The Army ROTC program is accepting enrollment for the spring '22 semester right now. Stop in to Memorial Hall room 157 today to enroll or ask questions about scholarship opportunities.

3. Celebrate El Día de los Muertos today with the Office of Multicultural Affairs!

El Día de los Muertos, also known as The Day of the Dead, is a holiday celebrated on the 1st and 2nd of November. It originated and is mostly observed in Mexico but also in other places, especially by people of Mexican heritage elsewhere.

The Office of Multicultural Affairs will be providing educational materials and hosting an optional ofrenda. An ofrenda is a home altar with a collection of objects placed on a ritual display during El Día de los Muertos. It is usually created for an individual person who has died and is intended to welcome them to the altar setting.

The event takes place Monday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in BTSU Room 427. We hope to see you there!

4. Celebrate Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month!

Nov. 1, 6 to 8 p.m.

Land Acknowledgement and Celebration: Panel Discussion featuring BGSU Alumni Jamie Oxendine and Jessie Walton, facilitated by Dr. Heidi Nees.

Appetizers will be available.

Contact conniew@bgsu.edu for more info.

5. Over 100 employers registered for Nov. 5 Public Service Career Fair ~ Sign-up today!

You have the opportunity to engage with almost 100 employers within various industries during the virtual Public Service Career Fair on Nov. 5 from 2 to 4 p.m.! Register today to sign-up for employer hosted sessions!

The fair is open to all majors seeking unique opportunities in a variety of areas: Government, education, law enforcement, cyber security, natural resources, social services, public health & more!

Registration is required for the event!

For questions, contact the Career Center at 419-372-2356 or careerservices@bgsu.edu.

6. Register early for spring intramural sports

Registration is open for spring 2022 intramural sports. Get a head start on signing up your teams! Get involved as an individual, with your friends or student organization by playing.

Play begins Jan. 24 in the following sports: Indoor Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Basketball.

Sports beginning on March 14: Dodgeball, Wiffleball, Flag Football and Kickball.

Cost: Spring semester pass: $30/pp No cost to players who already purchased an academic year pass.

Register through ImLeagues.com/bgsu

Department of Recreation and Wellness
419.372.2464 | imsports@bgsu.edu

7. Thinking about studying abroad?

Education Abroad information sessions are the required first step to learning about Education Abroad opportunities at BGSU. Come learn about all of the study abroad opportunities that BGSU offers!

Fall 2021 Weekly Schedule: In-Person Session on Tuesdays, 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. (from September 7 through December 7) in University Hall, Room 405A.

Live Virtual Session on Wednesdays, 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. (from September 8 through December 8) via Zoom.

Please RSVP or contact edabroad@bgsu.edu to attend. Walk-ins are also welcome.

After viewing the presentation, you can set up a time to meet with an Education Abroad staff member and discuss which option works best for you!

8. Visit the November Mobile Food Pantry

This month's Mobile Food Pantry will occur on Tuesday, Nov. 23, from 2 to 4 p.m. Both fresh produce and non-perishable items are available. There are no requirements except wanting free food.

Pantry Location: Behind the College of Health and Human Services building.

Questions? Contact Hannah Koch (hrkock@bgsu.edu).

1. The Graduate College and Multicultural Initiatives for Graduate Student Success (MIGSS) will be facilitating Writing, Procrastination, and Resistance: How to Identify Your Writing Blocks and Move Through Them, a workshop.

The workshop will be presented virtually from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 9. The workshop is intended for graduate students and interested faculty. Pre-registration is encouraged.

Topics: What resistance is and why academic writers experience it in pursuit of work they want and need to complete, how to identify what's holding them back from writing and completing their (article, dissertation, book manuscript, grant proposal, etc.), the three most common types of writing blocks and how to move around them, and how to create the types of community, support, and accountability needed for writing and publishing success.

Presenter: Lisa Hanasono, PhD, is an associate professor of communication studies at Bowling Green State University (BGSU). Her research focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Prior to becoming an NCFDD Campus Workshop Facilitator and Faculty Success Program Coach, she dedicated over 10 years to developing and delivering professional development workshops in higher education.

Sponsored by: NWO/COSMOS with partial funding provided by the National Science Foundation, Award ID: 1432921

Zoom
Meeting ID: 814 9629 0848
Passcode: 621027

1. Building a Publishing Pipeline 2.0

Date: Wednesday, November 10
Time: 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Location: Flipped Discussion / Zoom

Participants will be invited to watch one to all of Dr. Erin Furtak’s Building a Publishing Pipeline 2.0 videos and then join an online discussion among BGSU faculty, administrators and graduate students who would like to discuss their publishing pipelines and project management tips/techniques.

2. FA21 flipped classroom: One step at a time

Have you thought about flipping your classroom, but didn’t know where to start? This session will help you plan one lesson for “flipping” and show how you can use assessment to design classroom activities to enhance student learning. Come prepared with a class in mind, or you can learn from what the presenter has already done in her class, as we will be doing hands-on activities throughout the session. Whether you have already started changing your classroom or are just in the beginning stages, you will learn something new.

Facilitator: Carrie M. Hamady, EdD, MS, RD, LD, FAND, Associate Clinical Professor, Director, Undergraduate Didactic Program in Nutrition and Dietetics

Date: Nov. 4, 1 to 2 p.m., Zoom

Register here.

3. Faculty Colloquium: Critical Thinking

18th Annual Faculty Colloquium
Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022

Cuyahoga Community College’s annual Faculty Colloquium provides an opportunity for faculty to engage in a day of professional development through dialogue and sharing of research, scholarly pursuits and effective teaching strategies. Due to the virtual environment this year, we are pleased to announce the event will be open to faculty from Ohio's two- and four-year institutions!

This year’s theme is Critical Thinking: It's Good for You, It's Good for Me and will provide an opportunity for faculty to engage with one another and demonstrate or share how they incorporate critical thinking within their classes or how critical thinking transcends the classroom environment. As faculty, we continue to find ways to cultivate our students’ critical thinking skills. Through presentations and collective experiences, this year’s Faculty Colloquium will explore ways to create a body of learners who will critically explore society and will work to enhance our communities.

Register here.

4. It's Ok not to be Ok! Join the BGSU Counseling Center as we collaborate with HR to discuss the importance of mental health

Date: Nov. 2 at 12 p.m.

Purpose: (A) To provide a space for staff to talk about the mental health impacts. (B) To discuss and share strategies for coping with these impacts.

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 839 4848 7663
Passcode: 170045

5. Safe Zone training

The Safe Zone workshop promotes awareness of LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer +) people. The workshop provides education concerning LGBTQ+ issues and seeks to improve the environment for LGBTQ+ people. This workshop helps to build a support network of allies for the BGSU LGBTQ+ community.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 2
Time: 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Central Hall, Room 1009.
Face masks required
Facilitator: Katherine Stygles, Ph.D., Director of Multicultural Affairs and LGBTQ+ Programs