Campus Update Archive
1. Create happiness for kids in the hospital
Join the National Society of Leadership and Success in our community service event, Cardz For Kidz. This nationwide organization's sole goal is to provide hospitalized children with hope and happiness through the use of handmade cards.
From now until March 24 you can make greeting cards. Once finished you can take your handmade cards to Hayes Hall Room 301 and ask for Brittany Krisanda.
Stay tuned for an in-person event; a date is to be given shortly. Here we can make more cards together as well as drop off previously made cards.
We please ask you to not say things like, "stay strong" or "get well soon" instead share jokes or say things such as "you are awesome!" or "you are so brave". For more information on making cards, check out Cardz For Kidz or e-mail Mason Lewis at lewisma@bgsu.edu.
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2. COVID’s impact on indigenous communities in Mexico
In episode three of the BG Ideas podcast, Dr. Michaela Walsh, ICS faculty fellow and BGSU assistant professor of Ethnic Studies, discusses the COVID pandemic's effects on indigenous Hñähñu’s communities in Mexico and the U.S. The pandemic was a perfect storm of circumstances that resulted in high rates of infection in the Hñähñu community. Walsh also discusses her work with Bowling Green high school students as part of this project.
BG Ideas is produced by the Institute for the Study of Culture and Society (ICS) and the School of Media and Communication at Bowling Green State University.
Each episode of BG Ideas features fascinating conversations about timely issues with influential subject matter experts and is researched, written, edited and sound engineered in part by BGSU students.
New episodes of BG Ideas are released every Wednesday throughout the semester and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and Google Podcasts.
For more information, visit the BG Ideas Podcast website.
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3. Register for the second half of intramural sports!
With the 1st half of intramural sports coming to an end, it's time to start registering for the second half, which starts after spring break! We have lots to offer, including two new sports, Pickleball and Teqball, and hope to see many of you participating!
2nd half: (Regular Season March 13 through April 13, Playoffs April 17-20)
Registration deadline: March 9 at 11:59 p.m.
- Mon: 6v6 Coed Volleyball, 7v7 Flag Football, 2v2 Pickleball
- Tue: 6v6 Coed Volleyball, 7v7 Flag Football, 2v2 Pickleball
- Wed: 6v6 Coed Volleyball, Wiffleball, 2v2 Teqball
- Thu: 6v6 Coed Volleyball, Wiffleball, 2v2 Teqball
More updates will be sent out as the deadline approaches, but get signed up early to avoid any late difficulties.
Reach out to imsports@bgsu.edu or pault@bgsu.edu if there are any questions or any difficulties signing up.
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4. The Gender Monologues
FORGE presents The Gender Monologues tomorrow in the 2nd floor Union Theater at 5:30 p.m.! This show contains personal stories and others monologues that made an impact on their lives. There will be a variety of topics discussed ranging from love, sex, domestic violence, sexual violence, menstruation, relationships, etc. Come watch the show and explore the question "What does gender mean to you?"
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5. Falcon Tennis hosts Youngstown State Friday afternoon
Your Falcons take on the Penguins at Perrysburg Tennis Center at 1 p.m. Tickets are free for everyone, so come cheer on your Falcons!
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6. "Electra" opens tonight!
"Electra" by Sophocles and adapted by Frank McGuinness opens tonight, Feb. 16, in the Eva Marie Saint Theatre for performances Feb. 16-19 and then also the following weekend of Feb. 23-25. Performances will be at 8 p.m. on Feb. 16-18 and 23-25, and there will be performances at 2 p.m. on Feb. 18, 19 and 25.
Remember, students who buy their tickets in advance get them for just $5.00! Purchase tickets and view ticket prices.
Come support the theatre department and enjoy a night of entertainment - we hope to see you there!
Parking Lot "N" is free after 6 p.m. and on weekends.
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7. Try out BGSUserves!
BGSUserves is Bowling Green State University's official service tracking platform. Our goal is to enable everyone to volunteer and serve their communities. Dedicated to supporting civic engagement work being done around Bowling Green and Northwest Ohio but servicing students, faculty, staff and community partners. Be sure to try BGSUserves today and make a difference!
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8. Student Employee/Supervisor Appreciation Award nominations deadline extended!
The deadline to submit nominations for Student Employee/Supervisor Appreciation Awards has been extended to Sunday, Feb. 19, at 11:59 p.m.!
Please take the time to formally recognize the contributions of Bowling Green State University students who work in nearly every facet of the University's operations.
More information on the Student Employee/Supervisor Appreciation Awards.
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9. Save the date for the electronics recycling drive on April 1!
Recycling broken/outdated/unwanted electronics of all kinds is no joke, but the Campus Sustainability free annual community electronics recycling event is Saturday, April 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. this year at the Slater Family Ice Arena parking lot! Mark your calendars and start corralling items for this opportunity to clear your rooms, closets, basements, garages and attics of outdated/unwanted electronics.
Click here for details on acceptable items. IT equipment, phones, cords, earphones, small appliances, lamps, electronic tools ... basically anything with a cord or that is battery operated (including the batteries themselves). No tube TVs, or CRT screens. No IT storage devices such as CDs and floppy discs, and no light bulbs.
Keep old electronics out of landfills and recycle responsibly. Contact greenbg@bgsu.edu with any questions.
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10. Free t-shirts, Bird Reveal, and more as Men's Basketball host Toledo on Saturday!
This Saturday at 5 p.m. your Falcons host the Toledo Rockets in another installment of the rivalry. Wear orange to the game to show support for the Falcons. ‘Beat Toledo’ shirts will be given out to the first 250 students in the student section. Get to the game early to make sure you get a seat. Come cheer on your Falcons! Student tickets are free!
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11. Eat at QDOBA and help BGSU nonprofit class raise donations
The Nonprofit Management and Leadership class is raising donations to provide as a grant to local BG nonprofits. In this process, students will learn about fundraising, grantmaking and grant reviewing. We need to put our learning into action. This involves raising and disbursement of money in a real-world setting.
Please support the mission of our class by joining us for dinner at QDOBA on Thursday, Feb. 23, from 4 to 8 p.m. More information about the course and QDOBA fundraiser.
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1. Obama-Voyager Scholarship for Public Service - $50,000!
Are you a rising junior interested in working towards positive change with a desire to travel and expand your horizons? Are you interested in a career in public service (government, non-profits or the private sector - in a range of occupations from community organizing to social work and from entrepreneurship to the arts)? This scholarship includes up to $50,000 in financial aid and a $10,000 stipend and Airbnb credit for summer work-travel related to your public service, mentoring, networking and more!
If so, you are encouraged to apply for the 2023 Voyager Scholarship for Public Service. Contact Tiffany Menard, assistant director for fellowship mentoring, at tmenard@bgsu.edu for more information and assistance. Applications are due by March 22. More information on the Obama-Voyager Scholarship.
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2. STEM Career Fair on March 16
The Career Center is pleased to announce the Virtual STEM Career Fair on Thursday, March 16, from 2 to 4 p.m. (hosted via Handshake). Candidates will have the opportunity to meet recruiters from various industries.
Register for the STEM Career Fair. Registration is required for this event.
For additional questions, please contact the Career Center at 419-372-2356 or careerservices@bgsu.edu.
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3. UAO Open House event tonight!
Looking to learn more about how to get involved on campus? Come to the University Activities Organization (UAO) Open House tonight from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in Bowen-Thompson Student Union 408! Meet the UAO team, enjoy snacks and play some games with us.
Contact myuao@bgsu.edu or DM our Instagram @bgsu_uao for questions!
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4. Resort and Attraction Management Career Fair is tomorrow!
The Resort and Attraction Management (RAAM) program and the Career Center are hosting the Resort and Attraction Management Career Fair tomorrow!
The one-day event is divided into two portions that allow candidates to engage with employers in-person and/or virtually!
In-person:
Virtual:
For RAAM in-person Career Fair event or program questions, please contact Swathi Ravichandran, RAAM founding director/professor at 419-372-0733 or rswathi@bgsu.edu.
For RAAM virtual Career Fair event or Handshake questions, please contact the Career Center at 419-372-2356 or careerservices@bgsu.edu.
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5. Guest speaker discusses green careers in a changing world
The Environmental Action Group is hosting a guest speaker, Matt Cunningham, who is a BGSU alum and former EAG president. The title of the presentation is,
Green careers in a changing world: A discussion on the many paths one can take with an environmental focus.
Join us tonight at 8 p.m. in Central Hall 100.
If you have any questions please email mariav@bgsu.edu.
Matt will join us on Zoom.
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6. Flower pot painting
Are you someone who feels stressed during midterms and needs a moment to relax? Come join the Wellness Connection today, Feb. 16, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Jerome Library Market for a moment of relaxation and flower pot painting! All materials will be provided to students while supplies last.
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7. MEDLIFE service-learning trip to Tena, Ecuador!
MEDLIFE is hosting its annual service-learning trip to Tena, Ecuador, May 20-28! On this week-long educational journey, volunteers work alongside the community in different development projects and medical clinics. The registration deadline is March 15. Find out more about the Tena Mobile Clinic and register. Hope to see you there!
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8. Bracelet making in the Union
To celebrate Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week, LGBTQ+ Programs will be hosting a bracelet-making event. The event will take place on Thursday, Feb. 23, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., in the Multicultural Resource Center (BTSU 427). All identities are welcome.
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9. Interested in making lifelong friends while helping the community?
Omega Phi Alpha is a national service sorority. We are involved with the Multicultural Greek Council on campus. Our three cardinal principles are friendship, leadership and service. Our sorority completes over 20 hours of community service a semester. Joining OPhiA is a great way to build your resume, gain leadership skills and rules, and help your community.
We are currently recruiting for the spring semester. Tonight, Feb. 16, we have an event in Olscamp 203 at 9:15 p.m. If you are interested, fill out the link below or if you have questions email our recruitment chair, Kylee Miller, at kyleeam@bgsu.edu.
Fill out the Omega Phi Alpha Potential New Member Survey!
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10. Pop-in session: Dressing for Success for Today's Professional
Pop into the Career Center to learn about contemporary dress attire tips for interviews from Dr. Mariana Mitova from the Fashion Merchandising & Product Development program.
The event will take place on Thursday, Feb. 23, from 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. in BTSU, room 225.
Register for Dressing for Success for Today's Professional
For questions or additional information, contact the Career Center at 419-372-2356 or careerservices@bgsu.edu.
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11. New freestyle dance club HD-team! Learn, dance and have fun!
If you enjoy dancing or want to learn how to dance, then welcome to our new freestyle dance club "HD-team"!
Why dancing is great?
- Physical activity!
- Imagination and creativity!
- New friends and dance community!
- Recreation and new challenges!
- Fun!
We will be starting in March. The time will be around 7 to 9 p.m. two times a week.
If you are interested, please fill out the HD-team submission form.
If you have any questions about the club, please write directly to Misha at mbondar@bgsu.edu.
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1. Deadline extended: Graduate Student Ambassador applications
Apply to be a Graduate Student Ambassador!
Ambassadors are key to incoming graduate student outreach over the summer and serve as a resource for new graduate students. Additionally, our ambassadors may assist with other recruitment and outreach activities. If you have questions about the position, please connect with Jennifer Sayre at sayrej@bgsu.edu.
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1. Supervisor Skills Series: Session 101
The Professional Development team within the Office of Human Resources is launching a new 5-part Supervisor Skills Series that includes in-person and live-virtual session options. We welcome all staff and faculty to participate in these sessions to learn the fundamental practices that lead to becoming an exemplary supervisor.
Each month, beginning in February, a different session will take participants on a journey from understanding the basics of supervision to more complex areas of the many roles and responsibilities of supervisors. The 5-part series includes the impactful development of new and existing employees, constructive performance management and effective communication skills with team members, all while focusing on departmental and organizational goals. Those attending all five sessions will receive a Supervisor Skills Series certificate of completion.
Session 1: Supervisor Skills 101
BASICS OF SUPERVISION: Join new supervisors or other colleagues who wish to have a refresher on the basics of effective supervision.
Register for an in-person session on Feb. 17 or 27, or a live-virtual session on Feb. 20 or 28!.
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2. Creating a Culture of Engagement training session
Join us on Friday, Feb. 17, at 2 p.m. for the Creating a Culture of Engagement training session hosted by the Office of Human Resources and our EAP provider.
Register for the Creating a Culture of Engagement training session.
For questions, please reach out to Suzi Saunders-O'Herron, M.Ed, HR Training Specialist, at smsaund@bgsu.edu.
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3. Search committee training for faculty/staff - virtual
This training focuses on building inclusive searches and should be taken by anyone chairing or serving on a search committee. We will review definitions, information on identities, conflict of interests, expectations of the chair and committee members, and ways search committees help advance overarching goals. An upcoming training will be held on Thursday, Feb. 23, from 11 a.m. to noon.
Register for search committee training!
For any questions, please email equity@bgsu.edu
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