Campus Update Archive
1. Call for nominations for the Black Issues Conference
Date and Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15
Location: Bowen-Thompson Student Union
Description: Nominate a deserving student or student organization for this year's conference! Nominations are due by Tuesday, Feb. 13 at 11:59 p.m.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: The Division of Diversity and Belonging
Contact: James Kearney, kearjam@bgsu.edu
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2. Decoding the past, present and future of the world’s largest democracy — India
Date and Time: 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8
Location:
Attend in-person in Williams Hall 141 (History Department Conference Room) or virtually via Zoom.
Learn more about the BGSU Department of Political Science
Description: Please join us for the first talk in the Spring 2024 Englehart Research Forum. BGSU Political Science faculty member, Dr. Abhishek Bhati, will speak and answer questions on the state of Indian democracy 75 years after its independence. The event will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8, in-person in the BGSU History Department conference room, or virtually via Zoom streaming.
- Password: POLSatBGSU
- Meeting ID: 876 1552 0228
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Department of Political Science
Contact: Joshua Boston, jboston@bgsu.edu
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3. Eclipse Speakers Series – A Dragon is Eating the Sun! But We Knew That Would Happen ... or Not
Date and Time: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8
Location: The BGSU Planetarium (112 Physical Sciences Laboratory Building) and virtually
Description: Are you excited for the upcoming April 8 total solar eclipse? This week the eclipse speakers series continues with:
A Dragon is eating the sun! But we knew that would happen ... or not
- Presented by Dr. Allen Rogel, Dept. of Physics & Astronomy
For ancient societies, a solar eclipse was always an event of major significance, mostly happening without any warning. So what caused the disappearance, and would the sun come back? We will explore various cultures’ reactions to eclipses, and investigate the methods developed to predict when an eclipse would take place.
For more information about the lecture series and other eclipse related activities at BGSU, please visit the BGSU Eclipse website and click “View Other BGSU Eclipse Related Events”.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Planetarium, Dept. of Physics & Astronomy, College of Arts & Sciences
Contact: Kate Dellenbusch, dellenk@bgsu.edu
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4. Experimental Short Film Festival
Date and Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 13
Location: Bowen-Thompson Student Union Theatre
Learn more about the BGSU Theatre and Film Department.
Description: A selection of experimental films from the 61st Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Department of Theatre and Film
Contact: Haley Shipley, haleyes@bgsu.edu
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5. BTSU special event parking
Description: Due to special event parking needs on Wednesday, Feb. 7, parking Lot 7 (Sections B C & D) will be reserved from 11 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 6, until 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 7. There will be no pre-pay parking available in Lot 7 until 11 a.m. on Feb. 7. Parking in the surrounded parking lots (E, F & 4) may be impacted as well, plan for additional time on Wednesday.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Parking Services
Contact: Bob Mason, bmason@bgsu.edu
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6. Global entrepreneurship dinner: Trends and future
Date and Time: Monday, Feb. 26, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Schmidthorst College of Business Attrium
Description:
We invite you to join us for a panel presentation featuring four distinguished speakers in the field of global entrepreneurship. These keynote speakers represent practitioners, policymakers and academics offering insights into practices, policies and future trends. Following the discussion, enjoy a delightful Little Italy Buffet dinner. Business casual attire is recommended.
Sign up to attend the global entrepreneurship dinner.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Schmidthorst College of Business
Contact: Man Zhang, mzhang@bgsu.edu
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7. Men’s Basketball hosts Buffalo and Star Wars Night!
Date and Time: 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 6
Location: Stroh Center
Description: Your Falcons take on the Bulls at 7 p.m. tonight, Feb. 6, inside the Stroh Center. Wear your favorite Star Wars attire and stick around for post-game autographs. Student tickets are free, so come support your Falcons!
Get your tickets for the game!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Athletic Department
Contact: Josh Mosley, mosleyj@bgsu.edu
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8. Planetarium show: Phantom of the Universe - The Hunt for Dark Matter
Date and Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8
Location: The BGSU Planetarium (112 Physical Sciences Laboratory Building)
Learn more about the BGSU Planetarium.
Description: Mysterious dark matter seems to vastly outweigh the visible matter we can see in the universe. What is dark matter and how do we learn about this puzzling component of the universe? “Phantom of the Universe - The Hunt for Dark Matter” explores these questions and showcases the search for the nature of dark matter using the Large Hadron Collider at CERN. This full-dome video show is most suitable for ages 13 and up.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Planetarium, Dept. of Physics & Astronomy
Contact: Kate Dellenbusch, dellenk@bgsu.edu
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9. Spirit of BG - Classified staff
Date and Time: From Thursday, Feb. 1 to Thursday, Feb. 29
Description: The Classified Staff Spirit of BG award committee is pleased to accept February nominations for the Classified Spirit of BG award. Every qualified nominee will be recognized and presented a certificate of appreciation at our annual CSC Banquet in May. There are no limits on nominations throughout the year. For more information or to access the nomination form, visit the Classified Staff Council web page and click on Spirit of BG Award.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Classified Staff Council
Contact: Deborah Lowery, dlowery@bgsu.edu
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10. Spirit Week 2024
Date and Time: Feb. 10-17
Description: Spirit Week is a time for students to reconnect with BGSU's traditions and celebrate the unmasking of SICSIC and the reveal of Freddie and Frieda. Enjoy spirit-themed activities across campus Feb. 10-17!
To view all events, visit the BGSU Spirit Week website!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Student Engagement
Contact: Brielle Somodi, bsomodi@bgsu.edu
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11. Volunteers needed: Presidents Day Open House
Date and Time: Monday, Feb. 19
Location: BGSU Main Campus
Sign up to volunteer for the Presidents Day Open House!
Description: On Monday, Feb. 19, the Office of Admissions is hosting our annual Presidents Day Open House for high school seniors. This is the largest prospective student visit day of the year, with thousands of visitors exploring campus through tours, open houses, classroom visits and presentations all over campus.
This event is a huge endeavor, and volunteers are a big part of why this day is so successful. We are looking for volunteers to assist in various locations around campus.
As a volunteer, your role will be to provide directions, answer questions and offer a warm welcome to our visitors. Volunteers are positioned at key locations around campus, so guests can feel comfortable asking for directions.
Any faculty, staff, current student or alumni are welcome to volunteer. It's important that volunteers are familiar with campus and can provide directions to various buildings. This is a great opportunity for representatives of student organizations to connect with families while welcoming them to campus or providing directions.
If you have questions about volunteering, please email Erica Mills, associate director of visits and events, at millsel@bgsu.edu.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Admissions
Contact: Erica Mills, millsel@bgsu.edu
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12. Let’s Talk About Sex Feb. 7
Date and Time: 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 7
Location: Student Recreation Center
Description: The Office of Health and Wellness provides this designated time and place to have private conversations with health professional, Danielle VanFleet, HIV testing coordinator, about safer sex. Bring your questions and discuss concerns on topics such as disease prevention, sexuality and reproductive health, contraception options, relationships and risk factors for HIV and sexually transmitted infections. FREE safer sex kits and free condoms are available during the sessions to all BGSU students.
Call 419-372-9355 or register online to make an appointment today! A real name is not needed when making an appointment. Walk-ins are always welcome!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Heath and Wellness
Contact: Office of Health & Wellness, wellness@bgsu.edu
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13. Sign up for the Falcon Fanatics Olympics
Date and Time: 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15
Location: Perry Field House
Description:
The Olympics will be held at Perry Field House with events hosted by the Falcon Fanatics and BGSU athletics teams. Each team that signs up will have a current BGSU student-athlete as an honorary coach. Compete for the Gold at the inaugural Falcon Fanatics Olympics. Each team must have between four and six members.
Register for the Falcon Fanatics Olympics!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Athletics
Contact: Taylor Jefferson, tjeffer@bgsu.edu
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1. Clubs in the Pub Week
Date and Time: 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 6
Location: BTSU, Pub 1910
Description: Pub 1910 will be hosting student organizations all week long for Clubs in the Pub Week! Come and learn about some of the student organizations we have at BGSU while enjoying free appetizers for the first 40 students.
The clubs that will be tabling in the pub today are:
- BGSU Club Fencing – Tabling and Fencing Demonstration
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated – Strolling, Tabling etc.
- National Council of Negro Women - Karaoke
Learn more about Clubs in the Pub Week.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Student Engagement
Contact: Student Engagement, engage@bgsu.edu
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2. Don't miss out on Falcon 2 Falcon this week. Drop in!
Date and Time: Noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 4 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 7, and noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8
Location:
- McLeod Hall 330 on Tuesday
- Psychology 102 on Wednesday
- Virtual on Thursday
Learn more about the BGSU Counseling Center.
Description: Falcon 2 Falcon is a peer-based and led group for BGSU students through the Garrett Lee Smith Suicide Prevention Grant. Struggling with your mental health? Trouble connecting to other peers? Need a safe space to vent? Drop in this week to one of the F2F sessions!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Counseling Center
Contact: Chimdiogo Onyeani-Nwosu, chimdio@bgsu.edu
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3. Fulbright U.S. Scholar information session - Virtual
Date and Time: 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 13
Location: Virtual
Description: Learn more about the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program! Each year, the program provides more than 400 awards in over 135 countries to support teaching and research in a wide variety of academic and professional fields.
Register for the Fulbright U.S. Scholar information session.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Education Abroad
Contact: Alex Schildgen, aschild@bgsu.edu
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4. Present your writing at the UWP Writing Showcase!
Date and Time: By 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 16
Location: Virtual
Learn more about the BGSU University Writing Program.
Description: Are you a BGSU student who created amazing work in WRIT 1110 or 1120? Do you have a promising WRIT 1110 or 1120 project-in-progress that you'd like to share with a broader audience? Would you like the opportunity to win a cash prize?
Consider submitting a proposal for the 2024 University Writing Program (UWP) Writing Showcase! The Showcase is a conference-style event that celebrates excellence in first-year writing and is a great resume builder for those interested in internships, graduate school and professional careers.
To learn more about the Showcase and how to submit a proposal, check out the UWP linktree. Proposals are due Friday, Feb. 16.
Have questions? Contact the UWP team at uwp-studentevents@bgsu.edu.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: University Writing Program
Contact: Kari Hanlin, khanlin@bgsu.edu
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5. Attention all freshmen!
Description: SICSIC applications are open now until Feb. 23!
SICSIC is one of the oldest active groups on campus, and continues to promote school spirit on campus and keep morale high at BG sporting events. To be considered for selection into SICSIC, you must be a true first-year student and scheduled to graduate with your undergraduate degree in April 2027 or later.
Interested in joining this great tradition? Register for SICSIC!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: sicsic@bgsu.edu
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6. Summer BGP German culture course - 100% online!
Description: Take the BGP-approved "Contemporary Germany" German 2160 online this summer! The class is taught in English. Study everyday life in Germany, including its support for environmental sustainability, its role in the European Union, its response to the 2015 refugee crisis, and the role of social media, soccer, digital games and popular music in Germany today. Learn about how Germany dealt with its Nazi past, about its role during the cold war, about the revolution in East Germany, and the tearing down of the wall.
GERM 2160-101W (#42136) is taught 100% online the first 6-week summer session, so it will fit every schedule! This class fulfills BG Perspective requirements - see course description for details. Summer registration opens Monday, Feb. 12, so make your plans now!
Search hint: When looking for an online course, select "Distance Learning" as the Campus.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: WRLD
Contact: Amy Smith, amys@bgsu.edu
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7. Research studies for undergraduate HHS students
Description: We invite students of color enrolled in our Health and Human Services (HHS) programs at BGSU to participate in two studies that aim to understand the challenges and opportunities in HHS majors.
Journaling Study: We are seeking HHS students of color who are currently taking entry level biology or chemistry courses to complete a series of reflective journal entries on their experiences over the semester. As an incentive for participating, you will receive a $50 Amazon gift card for completing the journaling entries and a $25 Amazon gift card for participating in the follow up focus group.
Focus Group: We are conducting focus groups with HHS students of color who have already completed entry level coursework in biology or chemistry. You will receive a $25 Amazon gift card as an incentive for participating.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: College of Health and Human Services
Contact: Jason Whitfield, jawhitf@bgsu.edu
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8. Spring volunteer opportunities - BGSU Votes
Date and Time: Now until March 19
Description: Complete a short 20-minute training and volunteer with BGSU Votes all semester long! We have plenty of volunteer opportunities for you including our ongoing phone banking and tabling initiatives. Help us get BGSU students ready for the March 19 primary election! This important election has a voter registration deadline of Feb. 20 and your meaningful service towards this cause will create a more civically engaged campus. We're located in the Marvin Center (University Hall 100), so stop by to volunteer with us and update your voter registration!
Sign up to volunteer with BGSU Votes!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: Cherylle Dave, cddave@bgsu.edu
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9. Study in Europe with BGSU!
Date and Time: 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8
Location: Olscamp 115
Description: The AYA Salzburg Program in Austria is a BGSU study-abroad program and open to all; no German or prerequisites needed, and students can take courses in most disciplines in English. It includes a BGSU director, too!
Come join us the director of our BGSU Salzburg Program and the German Club from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8, when students and faculty will talk about studying at the University of Salzburg in Austria as an undergrad or graduate students. Austria is literally in the heart of Europe!
We will share information about our BGSU-Salzburg scholarships after a brief presentation. Bring your appetite too. Pizza & German haribo will be served!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Department of WRLD Languages and Cultures
Contact: Christina Guenther, cguenth@bgsu.edu
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10. Summer 2024 online CS course: CS3160 Windows Application Development
Date and Time: Begins 8 a.m. on Monday, June 24; registration opens Monday, Feb. 12
Location: Virtual
More about computer science!
Description: This elective computer science course is no longer offered during fall and spring. It is now only offered in summer. Don't miss this opportunity. Spaces are limited.
Using Microsoft Visual Studio 2022, implement graphical user interfaces on Windows OS with object-oriented C# programming. Also, learn event-driven programming, Windows Forms applications using .NET, data validation (files, XML), handling graphics (GDI+), accessing databases (SQL, ADO.NET), basics of n-tier application design, and much, much more!
This second 6-week summer session course is 100% ONLINE, so plan to enroll in CS 3160-101W (#42613) when registration opens Monday, Feb. 12!
Search hint: select "Distance Learning" as the campus to find online classes. CS/SE students must meet the prerequisite (CS2020). The instructor may give permission for non-CS/SE majors interested in taking the course.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Computer Science Department
Contact: Jadwiga Carlson, jacarls@bgsu.edu
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11. Want to earn a service hour and a chance to win an Amazon gift card?
Date and Time: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Feb. 13, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. and 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Feb. 15
Location: Virtual
Sign up for the focus group!
Description: The student learning analysts in the Office of Academic Assessment are looking for undergraduate students’ experiences with AI! Join a virtual focus group and answer some questions to earn a service hour and the chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card. No prior knowledge or experience with AI is necessary. If you are interested, sign-up using the link below!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Academic Assessment
Contact: Megan Brown, bkmegan@bgsu.edu
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12. Work for Information Technology Services (ITS)!
Description: The Information Technology Services (ITS) hardware support team is looking to hire student staff to begin working this semester. The application is open now through midnight on Friday, Feb. 9, with interviews taking place shortly after the application closes. The starting pay rate is $12/hour.
Apply to work for ITS!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: ITS
Contact: Morgan Cranston, mcranst@bgsu.edu
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13. Young Women in Leadership Conference
Date and Time: 1 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13
Location: BTSU Ballroom
Description:
The conference brings together over 200 students, staff and corporate sponsors to discuss various topics to empower leaders. All students and all majors are welcomed!
- Learn from six accomplished women leaders
- Over $5,000 in scholarships available
- Excuse letters available
- Free food
- Networking opportunities with corporations
Register for the Young Women in Leadership Conference!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Women in Business Leadership
Contact: Hope Chaffin, hchaffi@bgsu.edu
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1. Graduate Women's Caucus: Call for executive board, president
Description: The Graduate Women's Caucus is looking to rebuild their organization and is in need of a president.
The GWC purpose:
“Sustaining a community of graduate students committed to women’s issues and providing opportunities for them to channel their energy and resources into promoting the awareness of women’s issues including but not limited to: academic equality and opportunities, anti-discrimination and equality for all people, reproductive freedom, affirmative action, non-violence, environmentalism, sexual health, domestic violence, third world issues, and fair trade and labor practices.”
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: The Center for Women and Gender Equity
Contact: Carissa Newsome, cnewsom@bgsu.edu
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1. Apply for the Active Learning Certificate Program!
Date and Time: Application deadline is 5 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 12
Description: The CFE’s Active Learning Certificate Program has extended its application deadline for the spring 2024 program. During this 2-month long hybrid program, you will reflect on your current teaching practices, develop a plan for incorporating active learning into your teaching, and practice implementing active learning strategies into your classroom instruction. After successfully completing the program, you will receive a digital certificate and badge noting your accomplishment. Receipt of the Active Learning Certificate allows you to be pre-assigned to an active learning classroom. Applications are due Monday, Feb. 12. Space is limited. This program is open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students, and administrative and classified staff members.
Find out more about the Active Learning Certificate Program.
Apply for the Active Learning Certificate Program!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE)
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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2. CFE workshop: Preparing for a successful academic program review process
Date and Time: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 28
Location: Virtual
Description: Is your department undergoing the program review process this semester or in the near future? Would you like to know how you can support your department in their successful completion of the self-study, visit, and annual progress report? Join the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE) for this virtual workshop on the Program Review process at BGSU. Facilitated by Dr. Weena-Isabelle Gaulin, the assistant director of institutional accreditation and program review, this workshop will outline the program review timeline and associated action steps, engage you in simulated program review activities, and introduce you to available resources to support your department’s program review.
Learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events.
Register for the preparing for a successful academic program review process workshop. This event is open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students, administrative and classified staff members–especially those who might become involved in a program review in the near future. Registration closes one business day before the event.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence & Office of Institutional Effectiveness
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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3. Learn how to build community partnerships with service-learning!
Date and Time: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 27
Location: Olscamp 106
Description: Join the Center for Faculty Excellence and the C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement for their workshop, Service-Learning Reciprocity: Building Community Partnerships. Part of their Spring 2024 Service-Learning Workshop Series, this workshop will explore how service-learning can be used to build strong bonds and foster relationships within the community.
Learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence & C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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4. Learn how to register your course materials in Verba!
Date and Time: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on March 11 and 10 to 11 a.m. on March 12
Location: Virtual
Description: BGSU faculty and instructors are required to register textbooks, open textbooks, and course materials via Verba, the University’s textbook reporting program, in order to comply with the Higher Education Opportunity Act. Join the Center for Faculty Excellence and the University Libraries, for their interactive virtual workshop, Verba Registration Training, where you will learn how to register your required course items in Verba.
Learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events.
Register for Verba Registration Training! All BGSU faculty and instructors are welcome to attend this session. This training is not recommended for Verba department reviewers, as the workshop will cover a different Verba view and functions. Registration closes one business day before the event.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence & University Libraries
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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