Campus Update Archive
1. Call for nominations - Black Issues Conference 2024
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!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: The Division of Diversity and Belonging
Contact: James Kearney, kearjam@bgsu.edu
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2. 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.
Check out the BGSU Eclipse website.
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 see the BGSU Eclipse website and click the “View Other BGSU Eclipse Related Events” button.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Planetarium, Dept. of Physics & Astronomy, College of Arts & Sciences
Contact: Kate Dellenbusch, dellenk@bgsu.edu
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3. Is your loved one struggling with their mental health?
Date and Time: 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 23
Location: Education Building 113
Description: NAMI Family & Friends is a free 90-minute seminar that informs people who have loved ones with a mental health condition how to best support them. It’s also an opportunity to meet other people in similar situations and gain community support. The seminar is led by trained people with lived experience of supporting a family member with a mental health condition.
Register for the NAMI Family & Friends seminar.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Health and Wellness
Contact: Ashley Hartman, ashthom@bgsu.edu
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4. James "Murr" Murray Live is coming to BGSU!
Date and Time: 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17
Location: Stroh Center
Description: University Activities Organization is excited to bring James “Murr” Murray to the BGSU campus on April 17! James Murray is a writer, executive producer, and comedian, best known as "Murr" on the hit TV show Impractical Jokers on truTV and The Misery Index on TBS. For over a decade, Murr and his lifelong friends Sal, Joe & Q have been making audiences laugh across the country — and now he’s bringing the laughs to you! Murr Live is a hysterical, interactive stand-up comedy show like you've never seen! Hang out with Murr as he tells funny stories, shows off his never-before-seen videos from Impractical Jokers, and plays Impractical Jokers LIVE with the audience!
Ticket details:
Buy your tickets to see Murr Live!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: University Activities Organization and The Office of Student Engagement
Contact: Student Engagement, engage@bgsu.edu
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5. Join us for the unmasking of SICSIC! - Spirit Week 2024
Date and Time: 7:07 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10
Location: Slater Family Ice Arena
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!
Join us on Saturday, Feb. 10, at the Slater Ice Arena for the Unmasking of SICSIC #1 and #2, Mandalorian and Flash. They have kept their secret for the past three years and during the hockey game, their masks will come off as they reveal their identity!
Learn more about the SICSIC Unmasking.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Student Engagement
Contact: Brielle Somodi, bsomodi@bgsu.edu
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6. Join us tonight: 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 & Dr. Guntersdorfer, our BGSU Salzburg Program director, and the German Club from 7 to 9 p.m. tonight 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. Bring your appetite, too. Pizza and 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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7. Lunar New Year Celebration with VSA
Date and Time: 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 16
Location: Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Multipurpose Room 228
Description: Celebrate the vibrant Year of the Dragon with the Vietnam Student Association at BGSU! Join us for an unforgettable day of culture, fun and community spirit. Whether you're part of the Vietnamese community or just curious about our culture, we welcome everyone! Bring your friends and family for a day filled with joy and cultural exploration.
Performances - Games - Crafts - Snacks - Free Entry - Open to all! Learn more about the Lunar New Year Celebration
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Vietnam Student Association
Contact: Quan Le, lquan@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, & 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 11
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.
Public stargazing will follow the Sunday 7:30 p.m. programs on clear evenings.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Planetarium, Dept. Physics & Astronomy
Contact: Kate Dellenbusch, dellenk@bgsu.edu
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9. The 50th anniversary of Good Times
Date and Time: 7 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22
Location: Virtual
Description: February 8, 2024, marks the 50th anniversary of the American situation comedy Good Times, which aired on the CBS network until Aug. 1, 1979. The series was remarkable for its time because it featured the first intact Black nuclear family, the Evanses, on primetime television. The presentation will overview the groundbreaking representations of family, class, race, and gender in Good Times as well as discuss its legacy today. Dr. Angela Nelson in the School of Cultural and Critical Studies will present this talk.
Attendees may join the event at 6:55 p.m. ET. Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 864 4202 9325 Passcode: 428621
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: School of Cultural & Critical Studies
Contact: Angela Nelson, anelson@bgsu.edu
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10. Tickets for “John Proctor is the Villain” are on sale now!
Date and Time:
- 8 to 10 p.m. on Feb. 15-18 and Feb. 22-24
- 2 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 17-18 and Feb. 24
Location:
Eva Marie Saint Theatre in the BGSU Wolfe Center for the Arts. Parking Lot “N” is free after 6:00pm and on weekends.
Description: Our next Main Stage production is almost here! “John Proctor in the Villain” by Kimberly Belflower opens on Thursday, February 15th in the Eva Marie Saint Theatre with performances on at 8 p.m. on Feb. 15-18 Feb. 22-24 and additionally at 2 p.m. on Feb. 17-18 and Feb. 24
Tickets are on sale NOW! Remember, students who buy their tickets in advance get them for just $5.00!
Come support the Department of Theatre and Film- we hope to see you there! Parking Lot “N” is free on after 6 p.m. and on weekends.
“John Proctor is the Villain” contains mature language and sexual themes.
Get your tickets for “John Proctor is the Villain”!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Department of Theatre and Film
Contact: Department of Theatre and Film Box Office, (419)-372-8171 or theatrefilm@bgsu.edu
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11. Volunteers needed: Presidents Day Open House
Date and Time: Monday, Feb. 19
Location: BGSU - Main Campus
Description: On Monday, Feb. 19, the BGSU 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.
Register to volunteer for the Presidents Day Open House
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, associate director of visits and events, millsel@bgsu.edu
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12. WomCom! (Women in Comedy show)
Date and Time: 7 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11
Location: Student union 206
Learn more about Lady Parts.
Description: Women in Comedy show is a fundraiser to raise money for the cocoon! The show is only $5 for a night filled with laughs. Come have a great time with the Lady Parts improv team, Acous-Chicks a capella group, and other women in comedy performances! There's going to be a bake sale and pie a lady part member in the face. There is a raffle for lots of prize baskets for 50 cents per raffle ticket only. Some baskets are worth more than $50! This is a non-profit show so please come show your support!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Lady Parts improv
Contact: Angela Cassady, angcass@bgsu.edu
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13. Free Science Cafe hybrid event
Date and Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 13
Location: 400 E. Poe Rd, Bowling Green
More about the Science Cafe!
Description: Join the Science Cafe for the first event of the semester! Scientists, students and families alike are welcome to join in this relaxed, informative event with guest speaker Dr. Chris Lepre. A talk over "The Attractiveness of Magnetism for Studying the Environment" will be followed by a Q&A session. The talk will cover the element iron (Fe) and its interesting properties and history, as well as conservation efforts possible through its research. This is an ongoing series focusing on different aspects of science which is approachable to all audiences.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Science Cafe
Contact: Everett Turner-McCool, tbmiles@bgsu.edu
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14. Librarian onsite office hours - SCOER on the go
More about SCOER!
Description: During spring semester, librarians from the Scholarly Communication and Open Educational Resources (SCOER) team will offer office hours in various locations on campus. Faculty and students who have questions about ScholarWorks, open educational resources, copyright, open access or affordable learning are welcome to stop in!
February office hours: From 1-3 p.m. on Tuesdays:
- Feb. 13 - Moore Hall, Green Room
- Feb. 20 – 109 Education Building
- Feb. 27 - McLeod Hall, Radbill Center
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: University Libraries
Contact: Eileen Bosch, ebosch@bgsu.edu
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15. MyBGSU portal outage scheduled for Feb. 23
Date and Time: 10 p.m. to midnight on Friday, Feb. 23
Description: The MyBGSU portal will be unavailable from 10 p.m. to midnight on Friday, Feb. 23, while ITS performs an upgrade to the portal’s Liferay application. During this time users will be unable to login to and access all tools and portlets located within MyBGSU. Canvas will still be available but must be accessed directly at bgsu.instructure.com.
Questions? Contact ITS via chat or call 419-372-0999.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Information Technology Services (ITS)
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16. Still time to register for Black Issues Conference!
Date and Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15; register by 11:59 on Tuesday, Feb. 13
Location: Bowen-Thompson Student Union
Description: There is still time to register to attend the 24th Black Issues Conference at BGSU, featuring keynote speaker Kevin D. Richardson of the Exonerated Five, whose story was featured in the Netflix miniseries, “When They See Us: The Story of the Central Park Five”. This event is open to all members of BGSU, Bowling Green communities and beyond, and is free for BGSU students, but registration is required.
More information about the conference.
Register for the Black Issues Conference.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Multicultural Affairs
Contact: Ana Brown, acbrown@bgsu.edu
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1. Clubs in the Pub Week - Free Appetizers at Pub 1910!
Date and Time: 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8
Location: Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Pub 1910
Learn more about Clubs in the Pub Week.
Description: Pub 1910 is 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:
- Undergraduate Student Government - Trivia
- Elem3nt Dance Team – Dance Performance and Dance Games
- Collegiate Entrepreneurial Society - Trivia
- Omega Phi Alpha - Trivia
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Student Engagement
Contact: Student Engagement, engage@bgsu.edu
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2. Coping with death
Date and Time: 6 to 7 p.m. today, Feb. 8
Location: Central Hall 110
Learn more about the BGSU Secular Student Alliance.
Description: Death and the grief it can cause can be one of the hardest things we have to deal with as humans. It also can be a moment that brings together friends and family. The BGSU Secular Student Alliance meeting this week is talking about ways of learning to deal with death of others. While also facing what it means for the life that we still have.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Secular Student Alliance
Contact: Donovan Heinze, dheinze@bgsu.edu
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3. DIY valentines: Spread the love at Jerome Library!
Date and Time: 2 to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 13
Location: Jerome Library, first floor
Description: Are you smitten with someone special? Think your roommate is pretty awesome? Can't get enough of your furry companion?
It's time to express yourself!
Join us at Jerome Library to create personalized valentines for your loved ones.
We've got all the supplies (and sweet treats), so bring your creativity and spread some love!
Learn more about this event!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: University Libraries
Contact: Liz Lauck, elauck@bgsu.edu
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4. Falcon Fitness + Office of Health and Wellness = Free Sexual Health Cycle Class next Tuesday!
Date and Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 13
Location: Student Recreation Center Studio A
Description: Enjoy a fun 30-minute express cycle class, then learn about the different “cycles” of sexual health and infection protection with the Office of Health and Wellness! Students who participate receive free prevention and wellness supplies. Reserve your bike and pre-register on the MyRec portal. When logging in, select ‘BGSU MyRec Login’ and use your BGSU username and password. Select Fitness and then the Free Sexual Health Cycle Class!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Health and Wellness/Falcon Fitness
Contact: Jadyn Mummey, jmummey@bgsu.edu
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5. Givens Fellowship: What would you do if you could do anything?
Date and Time: 1 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 13
Location: Virtual
Check out the Givens Fellowship website..
Description: What would you do if you could do anything? Your dreams are at your fingertips. Annually awarding up to three fellowships of up to $7,500 each, the Stuart R. Givens Memorial Fellowship allows you to create and carry out a self-designed, off-campus experience that will further your personal and intellectual growth and help you become the person you’ve always wanted to be. Pursue your passion! Application deadline is March 1.
Attend the virtual Givens Fellowship workshop for help in preparing your application on Zoom.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: College of Arts & Sciences Dean's Office
Contact: Jasmine Gordon Schulz, jgordo@bgsu.edu
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6. Voluntary dental insurance
United HealthCare Student Resources offers a voluntary dental and vision plan to all BGSU students. To enroll, visit the United Healthcare Student Resources website and enter Bowling Green State University as your school. At the bottom of the following page, you will notice a link for ‘Voluntary Dental/Vision’. Enter your specific information and available plan options with pricing and benefits will appear.
Students do not need to be enrolled in the student health insurance plan to be eligible for the dental and vision plans. Questions? contact the Student Insurance Office at studentins@bgsu.edu or call 419-372-7495.
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7. 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 Feb. 9, 2024, with interviews taking place shortly after the application closes. The starting pay rate is $12/hour.
For more information, or to apply today, visit the ITS website.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: ITS
Contact: Morgan Cranston, mcranst@bgsu.edu
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8. Falcons After Dark: Black History Month Roller Rink
Date and Time: 7:00 to 10:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 9
Location: BTSU Lenhart Grand Ballroom
Description: Lace up those roller skates and join us for a Black History Month Roller Rink with Falcons After Dark! There will be a make-your-own street sign station, as well as tons of food to enjoy! (chicken tenders, pretzels and cheese, veggies and cookies)
More information about Falcons After Dark: Black History Month Roller Rink!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Student Engagement
Contact: Student Engagement, engage@bgsu.edu
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9. Free comedy show
Date and Time: 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 9
Location: Education Building room 115
Description: Join the Plastic Shatners for their first improv show of the semester!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: The Plastic Shatners
Contact: Kimberly Salisbury, skimber@bgsu.edu
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10. Valentine's Day: Heart-shaped pizza making with The Teaching Kitchen
Date and Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 14
Location: The Teaching Kitchen to the left upon entering The Oak
Description: Sign-up for the Teaching Kitchen and the Office of Health and Wellness for Sexual Health Awareness Week. Bring a friend or a partner and join us as we learn the technique to making a perfect pizza dinner and the importance of our sexual health! Students will be able to learn about on campus resources related to sexual health testing, HIV education, and will receive free safer sex kits! All materials provided. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Register for heart-shaped pizza making with The Teaching Kitchen!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Teaching Kitchen/ Office of Health and Wellness
Contact: Jon Zachrich, jdzachr@bgsu.edu
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1. BGSU Retirement Fair coming Feb. 28
Stay informed and optimize your retirement planning. The Office of Human Resources will be holding its first annual BGSU Retirement Fair on Wednesday, Feb. 28, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in BTSU 308. This open house event will host representatives from OPERS, STRS and Ohio Deferred Compensation, along with approved vendors for the BGSU Alternative Retirement Plan and BGSU supplemental retirement plans. A CAPTRUST representative also will be available to discuss the Financial Wellness and Advice program purchased by the University for our employees. This program offers eligible employees independent advice along with assistance navigating retirement benefits and financial priorities.
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2. Classified Staff Council scholarship
Date and Time: From Wednesday, Feb. 8, to Sunday, March 31
Description: BGSU's Classified Staff Council is accepting scholarship applications for the 2024/2025 academic year.
This scholarship is given annually to selected current classified staff employees and/or their spouse or dependent(s) that are currently enrolled at BGSU and have a minimum 2.5 grade point average. Applicants must be an undergraduate or graduate in a degree-seeking program (either full-time or part-time) that has at least one semester of course work remaining at BGSU prior to graduation. Applicants must have completed 12 credit hours at BGSU.
Discover different scholarship opportunities! The deadline to apply for CSC's scholarship is Sunday, March 31. All applicants will be notified of the final decision.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Classified Staff Council
Contact: Classified Staff Council, csc@bgsu.edu
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3. Learn how to write a literature review!
Date and Time: 10 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 20
Location: Virtual
Description: Writing a literature review for an article or thesis can be daunting, especially if you’ve never written one before. Join the Center for Faculty Excellence and University Libraries for their workshop, “Researching & Writing a Literature Review.” Part of their Spring 2024 Research Ready Workshop Series for graduate students, this workshop will teach you strategies to find relevant articles, categorize and organize your sources, and determine an appropriate scope for your literature review.
Learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events.
Register for the workshop! This workshop is designed for graduate students engaged in research and scholarship; however, all BGSU faculty members, instructors and staff are welcome to attend. 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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4. Learn next steps with Curriculog in a hands-on workshop!
Date and Time: 1 to 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 16
Location: Olscamp 106
Description: Curriculog is BGSU’s new curriculum proposal management system. Join the Center for Faculty Excellence and the Curriculog implementation team for their interactive, in-person session, “Curriculog Next Steps: A Hands-on Workshop,” to practice using the platform. Bring your laptop and any materials you need to submit a proposal for a new course or program or to submit a course or program change. This training is designed for faculty and staff who will be submitting and/or approving curriculum proposals. You should have previously attended the “Curriculog for New Proposers and Approvers Workshop” and/or have some familiarity with Curriculog prior to attending this workshop.
Learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events.
Register for the Curriculog workshop.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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5. New CFE Learning Lounges!
Date and Time: 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22
Location: Virtual
Description: The CFE is excited to launch the new Learning Lounge Series this spring. Consisting of short but impactful virtual sessions, the Learning Lounge Series is designed to equip you with practical strategies and tools you can use in your course design and classroom instruction. Each 30-minute session starts with a 5-10 minute presentation and is followed by time for asking questions and sharing experiences.
February’s virtual Learning Lounge, “Deciding When to Incorporate AI into Your Class,” will explore a decision tree for determining how and when to use AI in your courses. After the session, the AI Decision Tree and presentation recording will be shared with you.
Visit the Learning Lounges page.
Register for the Learning Lounge. This event is open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students, and administrative and classified staff members.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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