Campus Update Archive
1. Stress is hard - Let's talk about it and pet dogs
Date and Time: From noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13
Location: Student Rec Center Conference Room
Register for this event!
Description: Join the PAWS Team for discussions on well-being topics. These small group PAWS visits provide a space to relax with therapy dogs and explore your personal well-being journey. This program is open to faculty, staff and students. Registration is required.
PAWS Well-Being Series: Managing Stress
Noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13, Student Rec Center Conference Room
Ongoing stress can lead to physical and mental health problems. Learn how to complete the stress cycle.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Health and Wellness
Contact: Ashley Hartman, ashthom@bgsu.edu
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2. The Sky Has No Borders: Perspectives on Astronomical Knowledge from Canada, Mexico and the United States
Date and Time: From 6-8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22
Location: Wood County District Public Library
251 N. Main Street, Bowling Green
Learn more about this event
Description: The total solar eclipse on April 8 will stretch across North America, with the path of totality crossing Mexico, the USA and Canada. Eclipse watching has a rich cultural and scientific history that stretches back thousands of years to many pre-contact North American cultures and continues to inspire imaginations to the present day.
Join us for an evening of discussion with scholars from archaeology, astronomy and the history of science about the many ways people experience the night sky – past and present.
This symposium is presented by the Department of History and the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Bowling Green State University, with support from the Reddin Fund for Canadian Studies.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Department of History and Department of Physics and Astronomy
Contact: Becky Brown, rebebro@bgsu.edu
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3. Warning: Don’t approve Duo notifications you didn’t prompt
Description: Please do not approve Duo authentication requests if you are NOT actively attempting to log in to a Duo-protected service (Canvas, MyBGSU, etc.).
Hackers can use your stolen usernames/passwords to initiate Duo prompts. Approving these prompts gives hackers access to your accounts!
More information Duo cybersecurity attacks.
If you are a student and would like a parent, guardian, spouse, etc., to have access to information like student bills, financial aid information or grades, use Access BGSU to set up a proxy account.
Questions? Contact Information Technology Services (ITS) via chat or call 419-372-0999.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: ITS
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4. Apply or nominate a Falcon for the Applauding Excellence Awards
Date and Time: The deadline to apply for these awards is March 1. The ceremony will take place on April 18.
Location: BTSU Lenhart Grand Ballroom
Learn more about the Applauding Excellence Award.
Description: The 28th Annual Gregory T. DeCrane Applauding Excellence Ceremony will recognize deserving students, organizations and advisors on April 18. Please help us celebrate outstanding Falcons by nominating or applying for one or more of the awards.
Nominations and applications for most awards will close at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, March 1.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Student Engagement and Residence Life
Contact: Student Engagement, engage@bgsu.edu
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5. Criminal justice internship and career fair
Date and Time: From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22.
Location: BTSU Ballroom
Learn about the criminal justice learning community
Learn about criminal justice at BGSU
Description: Connect with agencies across northwest Ohio and southern Michigan. Jobs, internships and career opportunities in the areas of law enforcement, corrections, courts and law, investigations and federal agencies. Some agencies coming include the DEA, US Border Patrol, Federal Air Marshal Services, US Secret Service, BG and Toledo police departments and law colleges across Ohio.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Criminal Justice Student Association, Criminal Justice Program and Criminal Justice Learning Community
Contact: Tyson Jackson, tysonj@bgsu.edu
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6. CSS/HCM/FMS PeopleSoft Get Current/PeopleTools Upgrade
Date and Time: 5 p.m. on Friday, Mar. 15 through no later than 6 a.m. on Monday, Mar. 18.
Description: Information Technology Services (ITS) will conduct its PeopleSoft CSS/FMS/HCM Get Current 2024 and PeopleTools 8.60.11 upgrade beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday, March 15, and ending no later than 6 a.m. on Monday, March 18. During this time, an outage will occur to the Campus Solutions (CSS)/Student Center, Financial Management System (FMS) and Human Capital Management (HCM) applications. To view a full list of impacted systems, visit www.bgsu.edu/its/issues/outages.
If you have any questions regarding this upgrade and outage, please contact ITS via chat or call 419-372-0999.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: ITS
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7. Don't even bother to join the Plastic Shatners for a free comedy show
Date and Time: 7-8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 23.
Location: Education Building 115
Description: Indulge in the art of improvised comedy this Friday with BGSU's premiere short-form improv team, the Plastic Shatners! Attendees are guaranteed to have a completely unpredictable experience during this hour-long display of tomfoolery. Admission is free to all, so don't even bother to bring your wallet.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Plastic Shatners
Contact: Heidi Gasser, gasserh@bgsu.edu
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8. Free movie and snacks in one week
Date and Time: 7-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 28.
Location: Olscamp 115 (Free parking available in Lot N)
Learn more!
Description: In one week, the Office of Campus Sustainability, BGSU Food Recovery Network and Falcon Food Pantry are co-hosting "Abundance: The Farmlink Story." Abundance is a short, inspiring, award-winning documentary that follows a group of college students who catalyze a national movement to end hunger in the United States. Join us as we enjoy free snacks and fresh popcorn, watch the short documentary and discuss the film. Bring your reusable water bottle. Everyone is welcome to attend this free, hour-long event!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Campus Sustainability
Contact: Zach Hayes, greenbg@bgsu.edu
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9. How to get IT help
Visit the IT website to learn more.
Description: Information Technology Services (ITS) offers a variety of methods for finding the answers to your BGSU technology questions:
Submit a request directly to ITS by completing the forms in our IT Service Catalog. Popular service requests include BGSU Account and Email Assistance, University Device Selection and Upgrades, Office IT Equipment Moves, Canvas Support, Software Procurement, Classroom Technology Support and more.
Search our library of self-help knowledge base articles for answers to frequently asked technology questions.
Install software on your university-owned device using the Microsoft Software Center (Windows devices) or the BGSU Self Service Application (Mac devices).
Schedule a Hands-On Support session for wireless troubleshooting, device repair drop-off/pickup, etc. Available by appointment only.
If you are unable to find your answer using one of these methods and still need assistance, you can chat online or call 419-372-0999. Please note: Password resets cannot be completed via chat.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: ITS
Contact: Morgan Cranston, mcranst@bgsu.edu
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10. James "Murr" Murray Live at BGSU
Date and Time: Starting at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17.
Location: Stroh Center
Get tickets for the show.
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 who is 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 and 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!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Campus Activities, Student Engagement and Student Organizations
Contact: Student Engagement, engage@bgsu.edu
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11. Peru service learning trip
Date and Time: From Saturday, May 18, to Sunday, May 26.
Location: Lima, Peru
Description: MEDLIFE will be hosting an annual service learning trip (SLT) this spring! This is a great opportunity to travel and gain service hours. During the trip, you will be helping low-income families access the healthcare that they need, support their community and also have a chance to participate in exciting excursions! This trip is open to ALL majors, you do not need to have any medical experience to attend. Please visit the link in our Instagram bio, (@medlifebgsu) titled "BGSU SLT" to learn more! The FINAL deadline to register is March 19.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: MEDLIFE
Contact: Kamille Smith, kamills@bgsu.edu
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12. Join Asian Studies and Japanese Culture Club for film screening
Date and Time: At 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 29.
Location: Olscamp Hall 113
Description: Join the Asian Studies program and Japanese Culture Club for a film screening of "Like Father, Like Son."
Here is the synopsis of the film: "Ryota is a successful workaholic businessman. When he learns that his biological son was switched with another boy after birth, he faces the difficult decision to choose his true son or the boy he and his wife have raised as their own."
This event is free and open to everyone.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Asian Studies Program
Contact: Ryoko Okamura, oryoko@bgsu.edu
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13. The 50th Anniversary of "Good Times"
Date and Time: From 7-8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22.
Location: Virtual
Attendees may start to join the event at 6:55 p.m. using the Zoom link
Meeting ID: 864 4202 9325
Passcode: 428621
Description: Feb. 8 marked 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 public lecture.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: School of Cultural and Critical Studies
Contact: Angela Nelson, anelson@bgsu.edu
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14. Present your research/scholarly/creative work at the Annual Undergraduate Symposium for Research and Scholarship
Date and Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 20.
Location: BTSU Ballroom
Register for the Annual Undergraduate Symposium for Research and Scholarship.
Description: Show off your work, practice your presentation skills and build your resume!
Registration for poster and oral presentations is open NOW for the annual Undergraduate Symposium for Research and Scholarship.
The deadline for presentation registration is March 22. Extensions can be given if arranged in advance by contacting Dr. Cordula Mora, CURS director, at cmora@bgsu.edu.
Both poster and oral presentations by BGSU and northwest Ohio undergraduate students from any field or discipline are welcome. Prior or current CURS funding is not required for presenting at the symposium.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship
Contact: Cordula Mora, cmora@bgsu.edu
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15. Winners of the Three Minute Thesis Competition (3MT)
Date and Time: At 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15.
Location: BTSU Theater
Learn more about the Three Minute Thesis Competition
Description: The 3MT was held Thursday, Feb. 15 in the BTSU Theater. The winners are:
- 1st Place - Margaret Carr, leadership studies
- 2nd Place - Theresa Lee, sociology
- 3rd Place - Tamara Norris, organization development
Congratulations to all of our presenters. Come on out next year to hear what our graduate students are researching.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Graduate College
Contact: Kim Fleshman kflesh@bgsu.edu
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16. Sign Up for Friday Night Lights
Date and Time: From 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 23.
Location: 2nd floor of the Union outside the theater
Sign up for Friday Night Lights!
Description: Campus Sustainability has a few volunteer spots remaining for Friday Night Lights (FNL) tomorrow. Each week, student volunteers go to designated buildings with data sheets and turn off classroom lights that would otherwise be on for the entire weekend. FNL saves BGSU money and lowers our energy usage. Last semester we saved over $9,000 in electricity costs and 2,200kW of energy. Sign up to help today!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Campus Sustainability
Contact: Zachary Hayes, zmhayes@bgsu.edu
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17. Study Power Hour with the Learning Commons and RecWell
Date and Time: From 6-8 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 26.
Location: Jerome Library, Pallister Conference Room (1st Floor)
More information about the Learning Commons.
Description: Are you ready to supercharge your study session and make the most of your study time? Look no further! The Learning Commons and Recreation and Wellness have teamed up to bring you a two-hour Study Power Hour event, and we've got some surprises in store to help you stay focused and relaxed.
Study for 25 minutes, take a 5-minute break and repeat until the two hours are up. Recreation and Wellness is providing the study break activities, and the Learning Commons will supply dinner for all attendees.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: University Libraries
Contact: Jeremy Joseph, jjoseph@bgsu.edu
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18. National/Ohio Teacher of the Year Kurt Russell, "The Call to Teach, Embracing the Journey"
Date and Time: From 8:30-9:30 a.m. on Feb. 29.
Location: Olscamp Hall, Room 115
Read more about NWO.
Description: Kurt Russell will share his journey of becoming an educator. His experiences will highlight the challenges, the impact and most importantly, the joys of teaching! This session is open to all students, faculty and staff and will provide a motivational and inspirational message.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: NWO COSMOS and College of EDHD
Contact: Susan Stearns, stearns@bgsu.edu
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1. An insiders guide to applying to grad school
Date and Time: 1-2 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 21.
Location: Held virtually through Zoom!
Register for this event
Description: No need to jump through hoops to apply when you have an insider's perspective on the graduate admissions process. We'll share 10 basic steps to apply to graduate and professional school, followed by a Q&A. Register Now!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Graduate Admissions Office
Contact: Alaina Coe, amcoe@bgsu.edu
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2. Become a trained peer support leader
Location: Virtual
Apply to be a Peer Group Facilitator
Description: Falcon 2 Falcon is a peer-based and lead group for BGSU students through the Garrett Lee Smith Suicide Prevention Grant.
A Falcon 2 Falcon peer group facilitator is a BGSU student who volunteers their time to lead peer support groups and get the necessary training to help facilitate peer group sessions while connecting other falcons to resources that can be beneficial to their well-being.
The application takes no more than 10 minutes to complete.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Counseling Center
Contact: Chimdiogo Onyeani-Nwosu, chimdio@bgsu.edu
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3. Camp counselors needed - Pre-law, future med, marine biology, forensic science
Date and Time: Summer
Location: In-person and remote positions available
Apply to be a camp counselor
Description: BGSU's Summer Academic and Youth Programs are looking for energetic BGSU undergraduate and graduate students interested in serving as virtual, day and residential camp counselors and mentors to pre-college youth participating in one or several summer camps for the 2024 summer. Camp counselors will supervise pre-college students during off-camp times such as meals, evening programs, special events and field trips to ensure camp participants have a safe and rewarding experience while at BGSU.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Summer Academic Youth Programs
Contact: Kari Wilson, Falconyouth@bgsu.edu
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4. Mastering Mindsets: Life design workshop for students
Date and Time: From 1-2 p.m. on Thursdays, beginning Feb. 22.
Location: Radbill Center for College and Life Design, McLeod 314
Learn more about this event
Description: Are you familiar with the life design mindsets but wondered how exactly you can practice and develop these mindsets? The Mastering Mindset Series focuses on principles and practices to utilize life design mindsets more effectively in life, work, academics and relationships.
To accommodate busy student schedules, each workshop will be 60 minutes long and will be offered from 1-2 p.m. on Thursdays for six weeks. Each week will focus on a different mindset. Register to secure your spot.
Students are welcome to register for individual sessions or the entire series. Those who complete the entire series will earn an exclusive Mastering Mindset Life Design T-shirt and a Mastering Mindset certificate, which includes suggestions on how to translate this learning experience onto your resume.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Radbill Center for College and Life Design
Contact: Life Design, lifedesign@bgsu.edu
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5. Spring break service trip to the Appalachian Trail
Date and Time: From 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 2, to 5 p.m. on Friday, March 8.
Location:
Damascus, Virginia on the Appalachian Trail
We will be renting vans and driving down.
Learn more about the trip.
Description: Join bGAB on a student-led service trip to the Appalachian Trail (AT)! On this service trip, participants will be serving with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) in Damascus, Virginia, and will be staying with the Appalachian Trail Institute. Service work will include trail maintenance, helping the ATC prep for the spring and summer season and working alongside local AT hiking clubs. The trip will leave on Saturday, March 2, and will return on Friday, March 8.
Trip Cost: $275 (includes transportation, lodging and food. Once registered, you will receive a link to BGSU Cashnet to make the payment for the trip).
An in-person trip orientation meeting will be held for the site leaders and participants before the trip departs to review the trip itinerary, packing list and overall logistics of the trip.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: Adam Smith, Adasmit@bgsu.edu
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6. Apply to be a Freddie or Frieda
Apply to be Freddie or Freida!
Description: Applications to be the next Freddie or Frieda are live until this Friday, Feb. 23!
Being selected as a mascot is one of the highest honors at BGSU. Below you will find information concerning the application process. Please note that the identities of the students who serve as Freddie and Frieda Falcon remain confidential until the reveal event in February 2025. We do ask that if you are applying you keep your participation in this process confidential.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: The Birds, thebirds@bgsu.edu
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7. Attention all freshmen, SICSIC applications are live
Apply to be in SICSIC!
Description: SICSIC applications are open now until this Friday, 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? Fill out the application.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: SICSIC, sicsic@bgsu.edu
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8. Big Playground - Tomorrow
Date and Time: From 8-11 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22.
Location: Student Recreation Center - Basketball Courts
Learn more on the Office of Health and Wellness website.
Description: It’s that time of year again! Come be a kid with the Wellness Connection at the annual Big Playground! Hosted with many campus and student organizations, you are sure in for a night of fun! Big Playground will be held from 8-11 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22, at the Student Recreation Center. This event will feature many opportunities for students such as a raffle with prizes, therapy dogs, inflatables, DJ Jayy and more! The first 100 students to arrive will receive a free one-time-only Big Playground T-shirt! This event is free to all BGSU students.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: The Office of Health and Wellness
Contact: Jadyn Mummey, jmummey@bgsu.edu
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9. Curious about studying abroad in Spain? Join us
Date and Time: From 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 23.
Location: Shatzel Hall 217
Read more about World Languages and Cultures.
Description: Come learn more about BGSU’s program in Alcalá de Henares, España. This info session will cover costs, classes and life abroad. Did you know that you can use your financial aid to study with our program and that we offer scholarships just for BGSU students attending this particular program? Class sizes are small, and weekend trips throughout the country are included in your cost. Want to learn more? The on-campus director is ready to answer your questions. Recent alumni will also be available to chat with you about their experiences. Join us from 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 23, in Shatzel Hall 217. No worries if you need to arrive late/leave early. If you can’t make it, just send an email to Dr. Ferrando Valero at carlesf@bgsu.edu to set up an appointment to learn more.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: World Languages and Cultures and BGSU in Spain
Contact: Carles Ferrando Valero, carlesf@bgsu.edu
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10. Don't miss Falcon 2 Falcon this week
Date and Time: From 4-5 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 21, and from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22
Location: Psychology 102 on Wednesday and McLeod Hall 330 on Thursday
Check out the Counseling Center website.
Description: 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!
Falcon 2 Falcon is a peer-based and lead group for BGSU students through the Garrett Lee Smith Suicide Prevention Grant.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Counseling Center
Contact: Chimdiogo Onyeani-Nwosu, chimdio@bgsu.edu
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11. Focus group opportunity for undergraduate HHS students
Please fill out the eligibility determination form.
Description: We invite students of color enrolled in our Health and Human Services (HHS) programs at BGSU to participate in a focus group that aims to gain a clearer understanding of the challenges and opportunities in core science courses and within our HHS majors. The focus group interview will provide valuable insights that will help inform our efforts to create a more inclusive learning environment for all students. We assure you that all data collected as part of this study will remain confidential. You will receive a $25 Amazon gift card as an incentive for participating in the focus group.
We kindly ask you to review the consent form closely and contact us if you have any questions or concerns.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: College of Health and Human Services
Contact: Jason Whitfield, jawhitf@bgsu.edu
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12. Free dinner and Bible study
Date and Time:
Dinner from 6-7 p.m. and Bible study from 7-8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22.
Location: The Campus House, a small blue house with an orange door across from Founders on Wooster: 612 E. Wooster Street, Bowling Green, Ohio 43402.
Learn more about Active Christians Today.
Description: Join us for a yummy free home-cooked meal and partake in some fun and interesting conversations. Followed by a deep dive into the book of 1 John! All are welcome no matter where you are in your faith journey. Also feel free to simply come to dinner or Bible study or both, whichever works best for your schedule!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Active Christians Today
Contact: Isabelle Greene, igreene@bgsu.edu
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13. Interested in Active Bystander Intervention and looking for a paid internship?
More about the internship with SAFE bar.
Description: "The SAFE Bar Network is a nonprofit focused on partnering with bars and other alcohol-serving venues to create a workplace culture focused on increasing safety and giving everyone a safe night out" (Safe Bar Network). BGSU Office of Health and Wellness and the Center for Women and Gender Equity and Gender Violence Prevention and Education Services have partnered with the Safe Bar Network to bring this training to four local bars/breweries in the Bowling Green area. The organization is also looking for students who are passionate about this work to intern for the Safe Bar Network to help expand that number.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Health and Wellness
Contact: Lauren Albert, lmandre@bgsu.edu
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14. Need food assistance?
Need assistance with food? The Dean of Students is here to help. We offer two programs that can help you with that.
You can also stop in during our drop-in hours from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday in University Hall 303 and one of our staff members can assist you.
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15. Summer 2024 Online CS Course: CS3160 Windows Application Development
Date and Time: Classes start on Monday, June 24.
Location: Virtual
Read more information on the Computer Science program.
Description: This elective computer science course is no longer offered during the 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 permit non-CS/SE majors interested in taking the course. Contact Dr. Carlson at jacarls@bgsu.edu.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Computer Science Department
Contact: Dr. Jadwiga Carlson, jacarls@bgsu.edu
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16. What are midterm grades?
Read more on the Falcon Launchpad.
Description: What are midterm grades?
Midterm grades are your mid-semester check-in. They help you answer the question: “What would my final grade be if the semester ended today?” A glimpse of your academic progress with time to get help and make adjustments.
What you need to know about midterm grades:
- You can check your grades by logging in to your MyBGSU Student Center > Academics > Grades > Current Semester.
- The midterm grading period ends on Sunday, March 24.
Please note: At least one of your instructors must enter a grade before the “Midterm Grades” column appears.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Student Success Team
Contact: Oriana Rife, orife@bgsu.edu
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1. Don't let copyright scare you
Date and Time: From 10-11 a.m. on March 21.
Location: Olscamp 106 - Faculty and staff parking is available in Lot N. Commuter student parking is available in Lot 1 or 16. Paid parking is available at the front of Lot N near Jerome Library
Register for this workshop
Description: Copyright doesn’t have to be scary! Join the Center for Faculty Excellence and University Libraries for their workshop, “Understanding Copyright.” Part of their Spring 2024 Research Ready Workshop Series for graduate students, this workshop will introduce you to U.S. copyright law and exceptions for research and teaching. Bring your questions to share during a friendly discussion at the end of the session.
To learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events, visit the Workshop and Event Catalog page of the CFE Website.
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 and University Libraries
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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2. Do you want a seat at the table with University administration? Join GSS
Date and Time: From 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22.
Location: McFall 110
Read more about information about SEC positions.
Description: Apply today for a Senate Executive Committee officer position with the Graduate Student Senate, and help us advocate for policies that benefit every graduate student. More than 12 positions are available: President, vice-president, academic affairs representative, professional development officer, international graduate student representative and more! Applications are due by Feb. 26. Come find out if it's the right fit at our Open Forum from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Graduate Student Senate
Contact: David M. Fisher, gss@bgsu.edu
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3. Graduate student ambassador applications now open
Date and Time: Application Deadline: Friday, March 15.
Apply to be a Graduate Student Ambassador.
Description: Do you remember your graduate student ambassador? Do you want to be a point of contact for incoming graduate students? Interested in sharing your passion for BGSU? Then, you are encouraged to apply to become a graduate student ambassador! The application deadline is Friday, March 15.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation:
Graduate Enrollment
Contact: Jennifer Sayre, sayrej@bgsu.edu
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4. Outstanding ITA Award
Date and Time: The application is due Tuesday, Feb. 27.
Location: Virtual
Learn more about the Outstanding ITA Award.
Description: Outstanding ITA Award
The Outstanding International Teaching Associate (ITA) Award is sponsored by the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Program. Its purpose is to recognize one graduate International Teaching Associate or Assistant (ITA) at Bowling Green State University who has demonstrated excellence in instructional capacities.
Award
The honoree will receive a certificate commemorating the accomplishment and an honorarium of $750. The honoree will also be highlighted on the ESOL Program’s website.
Learn more about the Outstanding ITA Award requirements.
The application is due Tuesday, Feb. 27.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Program
Contact: ESOL Program, esolprog@bgsu.edu
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1. Call for proposals for the Better Toledo series
Date and Time: 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Mar. 19.
Location: Virtual
Learn more about the Institute for the Study of Culture and Society.
Description: The Institute for the Study of Culture and Society (ICS) invites you to submit a proposal for a public presentation for Better Toledo — A personal and professional development series to ensure “you will do better in Toledo.”
The presentation will take place on Sep. 5 at the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library to kick off Welcoming Week, an annual event that brings together neighbors of all backgrounds to build strong connections and affirm the importance of welcoming and inclusive places in achieving collective prosperity.
We are looking for an engaged and enthusiastic graduate student or faculty member from BGSU to deliver an interactive talk or workshop on a topic of their choice that speaks to the “Welcoming” theme. Presentations should be one to two hours long (including audience participation) and may cover a variety of themes relevant to Welcoming Week such as diversity and inclusivity in a creative way.
Your proposal should include a brief description of the talk or workshop topic related to “Welcoming” and how it serves the public good through interdisciplinary humanities/arts/social sciences research, as well as a short resume.
Submit your proposal by March 19 to ics@bgsu.edu.
Please reach out to Dr. Valeria Grinberg Pla, ICS director, at vgrinb@bgsu.edu, with any questions you may have.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Institute for the Study of Culture and Society
Contact: Valeria Grinberg Pla, ics@bgsu.edu
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2. Learn how to build community partnerships with service-learning
Date and Time: From 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Feb. 27.
Location: Olscamp 106 - Faculty and staff parking is available in Lot N. Commuter student parking is available in Lot 1 or 16. Paid parking is available at the front of Lot N near Jerome Library.
Register for this workshop.
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." As 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.
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All BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members are welcome and are encouraged to attend these sessions. Registration closes one business day before the event.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence and C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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3. Learn when to incorporate AI into your class
Date and Time: From 10:30-11 a.m. on Feb. 22.
Location: Virtual
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Description: The Center for Faculty Excellence is excited to launch the new Learning Lounge Series this spring. Consisting of short and 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- to 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.
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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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4. Learn how to create a SAAC Assessment Plan
Date and Time: From 1-2 p.m. on March 20.
Location: Virtual
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Description: Are you in the process of developing your Student Achievement Assessment Committee (SAAC) program assessment plan and reporting cycle? Do you have questions? This virtual session, led by Jessica Turos, associate director of the Office of Academic Assessment, will review the SAAC assessment plan and reporting cycle template, including program learning outcome alignment, communication, course mapping, assessment and schedules. During this session, we also will discuss best practices and lessons learned from the SAAC assessment process.
Learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events.
Registration closes one business day before the event. CFE workshops are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence and Office of Academic Assessment
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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5. Need to register your course materials in Verba?
Date and Time: From 1:30-2:30 p.m. on March 11, and from 10-11 a.m. on March 12.
Location: Virtual
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Description: BGSU faculty and instructors are required to register textbooks, open textbooks and course materials via Verba, the University’s textbook reporting program, 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.
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 and University Libraries
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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6. Take the stress out of teaching citations
Date and Time: From 2-3 p.m. on March 13.
Location: Virtual
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Description: Do you want to be able to discuss plagiarism and citation practices with your students while avoiding the feelings of mistrust, shame and guilt that often are the result of these conversations?
The Center for Faculty Excellence and University Libraries will be offering a virtual workshop, “From Punishment to Empowerment: Considering a Cultural Shift in Teaching Citations and Plagiarism Prevention,” with workshop facilitators, Laura Sheets, assistant professor and library instruction coordinator, and Maureen Barry, acting first-year experience coordinator.
This workshop will explore how to talk about citations and academic dishonesty with students in a way that can ease stress and create a relationship of care between you and your students.
Learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events.
CFE workshops are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members. Registration closes one business day before the event.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence and University Libraries
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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1. Summer registration is open
Learn more about the summer session.
Description: Want to get ahead? Want to focus on one particular class? Need to retake a class you dropped? Explore what classes will be offered this summer and enroll in the summer session TODAY.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Summer Registration
Contact: Oriana Rife, orife@bgsu.edu
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