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Monday, Sept. 20, 2021

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  1. Brighten The Night: Yoga and Remembrance
  2. Celebrating the BGSU LGBTQ+ community poster campaign!
  3. Green Roof Open Hours!
  4. Help a Falcon in crisis! Training Opportunity
  5. Next Week is Grad Fair Week
  6. Wellness Wednesday Event!

Students

  1. STEM Career Fair
  2. Career Chats: Ready for the New EXPO? (Virtual Session on 9/23)
  3. Engage students in the joys of learning through Math Camp!
  4. Expand Your Horizons Fair
  5. It's OK To Not Be OK!
  6. Paid Undergraduate Opportunity - Apply for R3!
  7. Register to be a Peer Educator
  8. The Student Wellness Network wants YOU!
  9. Win an Apple AirTag, Fire Stick or Bluetooth Speaker!
  10. World Day and International Peace Day
  11. Are you a BGSU student interested in participating in an online research study?

Faculty/Staff

  1. Free Cholesterol and Blood Glucose Screenings on Wednesday
  2. Due date for UL learning community this week!
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1. Brighten The Night: Yoga and Remembrance

Join the Student Wellness Network for “Brighten The Night: Yoga and Remembrance.” Hosted in the BTSU Ballroom from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 7. This event will remember and honor those impacted by mental health conditions, followed by a free gentle yoga session. The first thirty participants at the door will receive a free yoga mat! All others are suggested to bring their own yoga mat or towel. For any questions, please contact Jessica Patton at jlpatto@bgsu.edu.

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2. Celebrating the BGSU LGBTQ+ community poster campaign!

LGBTQ+ Programs is getting ready for our annual poster campaign celebrating LGBTQ+ students, faculty, and staff members at BGSU! This poster will be posted in several locations on campus as well as online. Each year we get feedback from current and prospective students that this is a powerful visibility campaign and affirmation of a variety of LGBTQ+ identities. We also understand that for some people, being visible in this way is not possible or ideal – please know that we support you and we will continue to work to foster an environment that lends itself to increased visibility and affirmation for all identities within the spectrums of gender and sexuality.

If you would like to be included on this year's poster, we will need the following information entered here ASAP (before Oct. 11):
• Name
• pronouns (if you'd like to include them)
• BGSU affiliation (i.e., undergrad student, faculty, staff, grad student, etc.) and role
• identities you'd like to share (e.g., queer, lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, asexual, demisexual, transgender, genderqueer, etc.)
• the photo you'd like included (think headshot - but it can be fun!) If you need our staff to take a new picture of you, we’ll be happy to.

Contact Dr. Stygles at kstygle@bgsu.edu with any questions.

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3. Green Roof Open Hours!

Stop by The Oaks Green Roof and enjoy our rooftop garden during the following hours! You can access the green roof by going through the BGSU Dining Administration doors (double doors next to Einstein Bagels) and going to the 2nd floor. Sustainability interns will be available for tours, questions and more. Come enjoy this beautiful space this fall!
Tuesdays: 3-5 p.m.
Wednesdays: 9-11 a.m.
Thursdays: 10 a.m.-noon

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4. Help a Falcon in crisis! Training Opportunity

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 Friday, from 3 to 4:30 p.m., BTSU 316. Register to learn more about how you can help create a community of care at BGSU!

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5. Next Week is Grad Fair Week

This is your once-in-a-school-year chance at a front-row seat to the greatest gathering of grad resources on BGSU's campus! Grad Fair 2021 will be held Sept. 27 through Oct. 1.

Come one, come all to Grad Fair 2021 - a spectacular, high-flying week of in-person and virtual events under the big top (aka University Hall). Whether you've already applied to grad school or are simply exploring the possibility, you won't want to miss it! Visit the Grad Fair website for a schedule of events and to register.

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6. Wellness Wednesday Event!

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

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1. STEM Career Fair

Seeking an internship, co-op, part-time, or full-time opportunity in STEM fields? Plan to participate in the STEM Career Fair, which will take place on Tuesday, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Bowen-Thompson Student Union in the Lenhart Grand Ballroom.

This event is open to students and alumni. Registration is required for this event.

Employer registration list is subject to change daily.

If you have any questions, you may contact the Career Center at 419-372-2356 or careerservices@bgsu.edu for more information and assistance.

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2. Career Chats: Ready for the New EXPO? (Virtual Session on 9/23)

Learn about the re-envisioned Fall EXPO Job & Internship Fair! You will learn how to register, navigate, and engage with employers for the 10/6 in-person fair and 10/7 virtual fair.

Career Chats: Ready for the New EXPO?
Thursday, noon to 1 p.m.
Virtual event ~ register via Handshake
Register for the event.

You may contact the Career Center with questions at 419-372-2356 or careerservices@bgsu.edu.

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3. Engage students in the joys of learning through Math Camp!

Looking for an organization that changes the way students think about mathematics and learning? Come see what Math Camp is all about! Be a camper at the mini training camp on Saturday and learn how to volunteer and facilitate an active and fun problem solving and math based day camp for elementary school students. Email MathCamp@bgsu.edu for more information or visit our website.

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4. Expand Your Horizons Fair

Join us Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Bowen-Thompson Student Union Ballroom (southside)!

Be more competitive when applying for your dream job or graduate school through a wide range of experiential learning opportunities, including:
• Service and volunteering
• Education abroad
• Internships, co-ops and practicums
• Learning communities
• Civic engagement and community-based learning
• Undergraduate research, scholarly and creative opportunities You can also enter to win great prizes!

For more information, visit the Expand Your Horizons Fair website. This program is co-sponsored by the Career Center, Civic Engagement in the C. Raymond Marin Center for Student Leadership, Center for Undergraduate Research & Scholarship, International Programs and Partnership, and Learning Communities.

Questions? Contact: horizons@bgsu.edu.

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5. It's OK To Not Be OK!

Purpose: (A) To provide a space for students to talk about mental health. (B) To discuss and share strategies for coping with these impacts. (C) To provide information about Counseling Center Services, how to access them, and when to access them.
Date: Tuesday
Time: 1 p.m.
Zoom link

For more information, contact Jessica Daniels of the Counseling Center at drjessi@bgsu.edu.

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6. Paid Undergraduate Opportunity - Apply for R3!

BGSU’s Center for Regional Development is taking applications. Reimagining Rural Regions, also known as R3, is a brand-new community-led initiative that aims to help rural communities attract young talent. Running through Spring and Summer of 2022, this paid position will have PaCE (Placemaking & Community Engagement) Fellows, led by graduate assistants, learn about topics such as placemaking, and work with the communities to complete their community and economic development projects. This opportunity is open to BGSU undergraduate students of all majors.

Applications are currently accepted via Handshake.

For more details and questions, you can visit the website or email r3initiative@bgsu.edu. Applications are due Nov. 8.

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7. Register to be a Peer Educator

Register for the Peer Education Fall 2021 Training now! Become involved in the BGSU community while contributing to the safety and well-being of campus. You’ll present on various wellness topics to classes, organizations, and other groups on-campus. Peer educators gain communication, leadership, public speaking, and other valuable skills.

Peer Education Fall 2021 Training
Date: Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 25 and 26
Time: Noon – 6 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Attendance at both training dates is required to become a Wellness Connection Peer Educator

Register here

Contact Faith DeNardo at faithy@bgsu.edu for more information.

Division of Health and Wellness
419-372-WELL (9355) | wellness@bgsu.edu

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8. The Student Wellness Network wants YOU!

Are you looking for a way to get involved and make a difference on campus? The Bowling Green State University Student Wellness Network is a prevention, education, and advocacy group that promotes holistic wellness through interactive presentations, community events, service, and role modeling. Student Wellness Network members plan fun, educational events on topics such as alcohol and other drug awareness, healthy lifestyles, nutrition, sexual health and body image while simultaneously making strong connections with each other and other campus offices.

Join our student organization by attending our next meeting on Tuesday, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Student Recreation Center (SRC) conference room, located on the lower level floor. Contact hlutz@bgsu.edu for any more information!

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9. Win an Apple AirTag, Fire Stick or Bluetooth Speaker!

Want to win an Apple AirTag, an Amazon Fire TV Stick or a Bluetooth speaker? Then enter the ITS Student Engagement Contest! Now through Oct. 8, you can complete challenges and engagement activities to earn points (each point earned is equal to one entry in the prize drawing). Automatically earn one point just by completing our contest registration form! Submit the form, view our Contest Road Map (with activity dates and information) and review contest rules on our website. Good luck and have fun!

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10. World Day and International Peace Day

The world observes an International Day of Peace every year on the 21st of September. Understanding different cultures and languages allows us to embrace our differences and appreciate cultural diversity. Join students and faculty from the department of World Languages and Cultures to discuss how learning languages and cultures can contribute to your career and life path. Join us on Shatzel Hall Porch between 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

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11. Are you a BGSU student interested in participating in an online research study?

If so, you are eligible to participate in a confidential, online research study related to your experiences with disability awareness education. The first 20 participants in this study will be given a $15 gift card to Amazon. Access detailed study info and the online survey.

For any questions about the study, email Dr. Vivian J. Miller at millevj@bgsu.edu or Micaela Wenning at mwennin@bgsu.edu.

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1. Free Cholesterol and Blood Glucose Screenings on Wednesday

BGSU, in partnership with Wood County Hospital, is offering free cholesterol and blood glucose screenings to faculty and staff. Along with the screening, you will have the opportunity to meet and speak with Dr. Lawrence Monger, the new medical director and internal medicine physician from Falcon Health Center.

Appointments are available Wednesday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. inside Mylander Room 207 at the Bowen-Thompson Student Union. No physician referral is required. All screenings are by appointment only and spots will be limited. An 8-hour fast prior to screening is recommended for the most accurate results.

Reserve your appointment for Wednesday.

Being aware of cholesterol and blood glucose levels can be one of the first steps to improving and maintaining a healthy heart and body. We encourage all faculty and staff to take advantage of these free screenings being offered by the Wood County Hospital.

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2. Due date for UL learning community this week!

The University Libraries is happy to announce a Teaching with Primary Sources learning community. Throughout the semester we will be hosting four sessions discussing primary sources and best practices for using them in the classroom. Participants will work toward the development of a lesson plan or assignment for use in future teaching. The sessions will be most useful for instructors teaching courses in the arts and humanities.

Participants who successfully complete all four sessions will be eligible for a $200 stipend (taxable) or professional development funds. Applications are due by September Wednesday. Apply today!

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