Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021
Join Falcon Fitness for FREE Group X classes at the Student Recreation Center! Students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to participate in the many group exercise classes for free now through September 5.
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.
Like the classes? Attend unlimited fitness classes all semester by purchasing a Group Exercise Pass for a small fee at the Student Recreation Center Welcome Desk. Purchase of an SRC membership is not required.
For more information on group fitness classes or personal training services available this semester, visit our website or contact:
Maddi Stiles, Fitness Graduate Assistant | Recreation and Wellness
419-372-2348
madstil@bgsu.edu
Two bills coming before the Ohio Legislature, HB 322 and HB 327, could affect the teaching of our country’s history regarding racism, slavery, sexism and other controversial topics. Join us to learn:
• What is currently being taught on these topics?
• What methods are teachers and administrators using?
• How do students feel about their education regarding these issues?
The Bowling Green League of Women Voters invites you to attend a panel discussion on "Honesty in Education" on Sept. 8 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. via Zoom. Moderator Jerry Anderson will lead discussion with a panel including students, teachers, administrators, and legal experts. Everyone is welcome to attend this virtual event. Advance registration is required. Sign up.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
On Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., join the College Panhellenic Conference in the Greek Village courtyard to learn more about Greek life, our chapters and how to sign up for Panhellenic Primary Recruitment!
The TOPSS (Toledo Partners for Student Success) project is looking for 10 members to join our team for 1 year! If you like interacting with kids and are service-minded, PLEASE consider joining our Toledo area AmeriCorps team! A living allowance, education award, child-care, and health care are provided! Join AmeriCorps members who use their compassion, determination, & creativity to help strengthen communities across the country. The K-12 students in our community need you now more than ever! Email Jenna Pollock for more information.
Looking for a fun organization to join which focuses on leadership, fellowship, and service? Come check out Alpha Phi Omega which is a co-ed service fraternity that does just that!
Join us Wednesday morning from 9-11 a.m. in the Student Org. Offices (Student Union 410) to meet active brothers, learn more about the fraternity and enjoy your favorite morning drink (drinks are not provided).
Can't make it but still interested? Feel free to email Kelton Huffman at keltonh@bgsu.edu or Emma Melter at emelter@bgsu.edu with questions!
We are excited to welcome all students to all of our Falcon Athletics home games! Students receive one free season ticket to each of our ticketed sports: Football, Volleyball, Hockey, Women’s Basketball, and Men’s Basketball.
Admission is FREE for all other sports.
All tickets will be digital and can be accessed through your Ticket Office account. Accounts will be created for new students. Once tickets become available, another e-mail will be sent with instructions on how to login and access your tickets!
If you have any questions, please text the Ticket Office at 419-372-0000.
The Department of Theatre and Film will present the Fall Dance Concert "Alight" on Nov. 19 & 20 in the Donnell Theatre. The concert will feature both pre-recorded dance videos and live performance, with tap and contemporary/modern dance works choreographed by faculty and guest artists. Dancers are called to audition today in the Whitney Studio (222 Eppler North). Tap dancers should report at 7:45 p.m., and contemporary/modern dancers should arrive by 8:15. Contact Colleen Murphy at cmurphy@bgsu.edu to register today.
Education Abroad Information Sessions are starting soon! Attending an Information Session is the required first step to learning about Education Abroad opportunities at BGSU. In-Person Information Sessions will be held every Tuesday from 11 to 11:30 a.m. (from Sept. 7 – Dec. 7) in University Hall, Room 405A. Live Virtual Sessions will be on Wednesdays, from 2 to 2:30 p.m. (from Sept. 8 – Dec. 8). If interested, please register.
If you are unable to attend a virtual or in-person session, please visit our website to view the presentation and to set up a time to meet virtually with our Education Abroad Advisor.
Contact Education Abroad, International Programs and Partnerships at edabroad@bgsu.edu or 419-372- 0479 for more information.
Enroll in EDFI 4900 Problems in Education: Culturally Relevant Pedagogy (CRP) class via Zoom on Mondays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. (1-3 credits). Foundational, core readings on CRP, engaging discussions, student-developed topics and lessons; all majors welcome. Questions? Contact Alexis Lankford (athusto@bgsu.edu) or Christopher Frey (cjfrey@bgsu.edu).
Do you want to build your communication and performance skills? Do you like to debate? Do you want a strong voice? Do you love poetry? drama? argumentation? The Falcon Forensics, Speech and Debate Team is holding an Open House and Informational Meeting on Monday, Sept. 13 at 6:30 p.m. in room 408 Kuhlin Center. Join the national champions and put your communication skills to the test!
With access to over 7 million resources in multiple formats The University Libraries is here to support you, wherever you are. From research assistance, tutoring, study spaces, and much more visit Jerome Library to explore the resources and services available. Check out our website.
The Community Engagement Update is a weekly email newsletter published by Civic Engagement in the Marvin Center for Student Leadership. The update is used to highlight community and civic engagement opportunities in Northwest Ohio with both university groups and off-campus partners. This newsletter is a great way to find more ways to get involved in the community, whether you are looking for volunteer hours, want to make new friends, or want to help make a change at BGSU!
To be added to the mailing list for the Community Engagement Update, fill out the interest form.
Faculty and staff, don’t miss out on the excitement this year with Falcon Athletics! There are great opportunities that exist for you to receive discounted, or even FREE, tickets to BGSU games this school year! 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!
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.
Parents are invited to participate in a focus group! If your oldest child is in high school OR all of your children have left the home, you are eligible to participate. The focus group will discuss aspects of your current lifestyle and health. All participants will be entered in a raffle for two $25 Amazon gift cards. If interested, please contact Emma Studer-Perez at 419-617-5637 or studere@bgsu.edu.