Campus Update Archive
1. Celebrate multiculturalism!
This Thursday, Jan. 26, at 7 p.m. in the BTSU Ballroom, the Chinese Language and Culture Club, Vietnamese Student Association and Korean Culture Club are coming together to celebrate the Lunar New Year with food, games, crafts, raffles and live performances!
Whether you call it 春节, Tết, 설날, or simply like to learn more about other cultures, this year's celebration will be the biggest one yet! Our event is open to everyone on and off campus, there are no ethnic, cultural or linguistic requirements. Friends and family are also welcome!
Tickets are the only event fee (all sales go back into the clubs to support future events) and are available until 8:30 p.m. the day of the event.
Purchase tickets for the BGSU Lunar New Year Event!
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2. Navajo trip: April 30 – May 13
For nearly 25 years, BGSU faculty, students and community members have visited the Navajo Nation in Arizona and New Mexico to experience the culture, history, language, food, and life of the Navajo people. This year, we will visit from April 30 – May 13, camp at beautiful national parks, visit longtime Navajo and Pueblo friends, artists, teachers and others, and experience the beauty and solitude of the Colorado Plateau.
The cost will be approximately $1,000, all-inclusive.
The first meeting is this Wednesday, Jan. 25, from 9:00 to 10:30 p.m. in the Arts Village at Kriescher. Attendance at this first meeting is important.
If you would like more information, please contact Dr. Chris Frey at cjfrey@bgsu.edu. Ahe'hee!
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3. Nominate an administrative staff member for January Spirit of BG Award!
We all know when someone goes the extra mile to help; however, this person often goes about their day with little or no fanfare to acknowledge their "good works". Now you have the opportunity to thank that person! If the individual you nominate is selected, they will receive $75, public recognition from colleagues and friends, and a certificate of appreciation. Nominate an administrative staff member for the January Spirit of BG award!
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4. ICS hosts disability advocate Rosemarie Garland-Thomson
The Institute for the Study of Culture & Society (ICS) along with Xi Phi Beta Kappa, is hosting author and Emory professor emerita Dr. Rosemarie Garland-Thomson. Her presentation, “Building a World that Includes Disability” is a reflection of the academic work that has defined her career. It will explore our understanding of disability and how that term is defined by history, culture, politics and aesthetics, and it will ask us to rethink how the world includes disability, how we can better build that world to share and live together and answer why that world would be better for us all.
“Building a World That Includes Disability” will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 25, at 7:30 p.m. in the Lenhart Grand Ballroom, Bowen-Thompson Student Union. The presentation is free to attend. ASL interpreting will be available at the live event and on livestream. Closed captioning will be available on the livestream.
Livestream the Garland-Thomson lecture, and use Passcode: 110091
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5. Cercle français meets on Wednesday
Get to know other students in French to exchange your interests and brush up on your French without having to stress about being in a classroom every Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. at Shatzel 103. Participants decide on the topics (music, film, contemporary culture, games, etc.). All levels of French welcome.
Contact Dr. Beatrice Guenther at bguenth@bgsu.edu if you would like more information.
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6. Campus ReStore is open on Thursday – Free!
The ReStore is BGSU's "re-use" store and makes office supplies, books, clothing and more available to current students, faculty and staff. For free!
We are open this Thursday, Jan. 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in McDonald Hall Annex. Enter the glass sliding doors across from Life Science. Free admission and free stuff!
Our policies on the number and volume of items apply. Get organized with 3 ring binders and desktop inboxes! Add an area rug to your room/apartment! Discover fascinating books! Grab a BGSU t-shirt and more!
Valid BGSU ID required. Read more about the ReStore and BGSU's sustainability goals.
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7. Watch the Hot Wings Challenge and celebrate the Lunar New Year tomorrow at Social House
Watch 10 Falcons as they take on Chef Eric's Hot Wings Challenge with six of the hottest wings in BG! Pre-registration has closed to participate, but all are welcome to watch for one swipe at Social House! Starts at 2 p.m. in the back "library" corner.
Let's celebrate the Lunar New Year with a culturally-inspired menu! From a Korean bulgogi, to vegetable rolls, to pot stickers, you won't want to miss out on this amazing menu. This event will take place Wednesday, Jan. 25, from 4 to 9 p.m. at Social House.
Questions? Email Callie Inkrott at inkroce@bgsu.edu.
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1. Open Mic Night
Come join the Music Industry Club on Wednesday, Jan. 25, from 8 to 10 p.m. in the BTSU Multipurpose Room for a night of free live music, comedy, poetry and more! Sign-ups are at the door!
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2. Recovery support group
This recovery support group is open to all BGSU students who are in recovery from a substance use disorder and/or addiction.
This group meets weekly on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to noon in Eppler 330.
For more information about this support group, you may contact Bridgett Rivera, MA, LPCC, LICDC at 419-372-2081 or email her at arnetbj@bgsu.edu.
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3. Student Organization Suites Open House tonight!
Come to the Student Organization Open House in BTSU 410 to see the new space and enter to win prizes for your organization! Participating organizations and their members will be able to tour the space, do activities and enter to win up to $500 in organization material needs! The event runs from 6 to 8 p.m. in BTSU 410!
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4. Creative community builder: DIY macramé projects
In Life Design, we encourage our students to take action, be curious and embrace the process. You come to college as a whole person who can have a meaningful experience by making connections and building community.
If you are interested in being creative, trying new things and meeting people, then stop by the Radbill Center in Math Science, Suite 314, today from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. to explore fun activities with your peers.
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5. Student Wellness Network tonight! Free t-shirts for the first 20 students!
Come join SWN (Student Wellness Network)! The Student Wellness Network is a student organization that promotes wellness in all areas and wants to work to educate students and the campus community! The first 20 students that come to the meeting tonight (Jan. 24) from 7:30 to 8:15 p.m. will get a free t-shirt!
Questions? Contact Kennedi at gephark@bgsu.edu or Paul at potieno@bgsu.edu. Can't wait to see you tonight!
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6. Interested in learning? Need a part-time job?
The BGSU Office of Academic Assessment is hiring an undergraduate Student Learning Analyst (SLA) position. This opportunity is open to undergraduate students from all majors at BGSU.
To apply, please email a copy of your resume and cover letter to Dr. Jessica Turos, associate director for the Office of Academic Assessment at jmturos@bgsu.edu.
For more details about this position, please visit the posting on Handshake and check out the Student Learning Analyst webpage.
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7. Submit to the WGSS Virtual Symposium
The Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies program is hosting an Undergraduate and Graduate Research and Creative Virtual Symposium on March 13 through 16 in honor of Women’s History Month. Help us celebrate Women’s History Month by submitting a personal or scholarly essay or art/creative project that speaks to the diverse experiences of all women and nonbinary people. Submissions in any literary and artistic form are welcome; personal essays, photo essays, collage, and/or academic work is encouraged. The first 20 qualifying submissions will each receive $20, so get your submissions in fast!
Students will submit their project for judging by a panel of faculty for our cash prizes (1st place is $150, 2nd place is $100, and 3rd place $75) in each category (research and creative). The public is also invited to view the projects and then vote on their favorite for the $300 grand prize: The People’s Choice Public Scholarship Award!
Submissions are due March 1.
WGSS Virtual Symposium information and submission details!
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8. Join us for Meet the Presidents! Free pizza!
Students of Color in Business is an organization dedicated to developing the skills and opportunities of minority students at BGSU through business. However, our organization is open to students of all backgrounds and majors as we all need professional development and, eventually, a job!
Come to our first event, Meet the Presidents on Wednesday, Jan. 25, at 5 p.m. to learn how to make the most out of your BG experience with SCB. Hear from the Dean of the Schmidthorst College of Business, past and present exec board members of SCB, and enjoy free food and fellowship! We look forward to seeing you there!
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9. Need service hours this semester? Sign up for BGSUserves!
BGSUserves is Bowling Green State University's service tracking platform. Sign up for BGSUserves and gain access to volunteer experiences in Bowling Green and Northwest Ohio. This simple, easy-to-use tool is available for all BGSU students, faculty and staff at http://bgsu.edu/BGSUserves.
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10. Pollution discussion with Diamond Spratling Jan. 26
Environmental Action Group will have guest speaker, Diamond Spratling. She is the founder and president of Girl + Environment. At this meeting, she will discuss the intersection between indoor air pollution and asthma.
Join us this Thursday, Jan. 26, in Central Hall 100 at 8 p.m.
Please email mariav@bgsu.edu with any questions!
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11. Quadball open practices this Tuesday and Thursday!
Interested in trying a unique co-ed sport that's a mix of flag football, rugby and dodgeball? Come join the BGSU Quadball team at our open practices in Futsal Court #4 in the Perry Field House!
Practice Dates:
- Tuesday, Jan. 24: 8:30 to 11:00 p.m.
- Thursday, Jan. 26: 9:30 to 11:00 p.m.
If you're interested in Quadball and/or have any further questions, email our team captain Dominik Twarowski at dtwarow@bgsu.edu.
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12. Deadline approaching! Apply to become a 2023-24 Office of Multicultural Affairs Ambassador!
Passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion topics? Want to represent our office? Our application to become an Office of Multicultural Affairs Ambassador for the 2023-2024 academic year is closing soon!
The Office of Multicultural Affairs Ambassadors (OMAAs) assist the Office of Multicultural Affairs by providing peer education programs, events and facilitations. The OMAAs are a group of students committed to social change and leadership. OMAAs work in the Office of Multicultural Affairs student resource centers as paraprofessional undergraduate student employees with such tasks as:
- Developing, creating and executing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion based facilitations upon request
- Outreach and consultation with other student organizations and university departments
- Representing the Office of Multicultural Affairs at various campus events
- Serving as administrative support for the Office of Multicultural Affairs
Apply through Handshake or visit our webpage to find the OMAA application form.
Questions, comments or concerns? Contact bryanar@bgsu.edu
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13. Business majors - Free pizza at DSP Info Night!
DSP Info Night - Tonight at 8 p.m. in Maurer 103
If you're looking to learn more about our academic, co-ed and professional business fraternity, now is the perfect time! While enjoying your pizza, you'll get to meet current members of the organization and get a firsthand look at the benefits you can get from DSP! After a brief introduction, the event will run like an open house, where you can learn in detail how we can help you develop in our four pillars: Professionalism, Community Service, Brotherhood and Scholarship. Our brothers are so excited to meet you and are happy to answer any questions you may have.
If you want to take advantage of the endless opportunities for Deltasig members, apply today! You can access the application at the link below, or tonight at Info Night! Applications are due Feb. 5. Apply to DSP to secure your interview spot!
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1. Register for the Graduate Student Instructor Learning Community
The Graduate Student Instructor Learning Community is focused on creating a space for instructors to connect and engage in discussions about teaching and learning. Gatherings will be held twice a month and will involve discussions and activities related to a topic in the book Small Teaching: Everyday Lessons from the Science of Learning. Throughout the program, faculty and other guest speakers will be invited to join gatherings to share their knowledge, experiences and advice with participants. Learning Community members will receive a $100 professional development stipend at the conclusion of their participation.
Register for the Graduate Student Instructor Learning Community!
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1. Are you interested in serving as an advisor for a student organization?
Would you like to help student organizations at BGSU thrive? We have several student organizations that need an on-campus advisor. The Office of Student Engagement is seeking interested faculty and staff members to match with student organizations. Advising a student organization is a unique role on campus. Student organization advisors work closely with a group of students, assist the students with holistic development, and advise a group of students passionate about a specific hobby, interest or area. You can advise more than one organization! If you are interested, please fill out the Student Organization Advisor Interest Form!
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