College of Health & Human Services
Experience Making a Difference
The students, faculty and staff in the College of Health and Human Services are making a positive difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities in the region, with a focus on creating healthy and safe societies. Students learn to address a wide array of factors impacting our health and well-being, which can be biological, socioeconomic, psychosocial, behavioral, cultural or social in nature. The College currently enrolls over 1800 undergraduate and 200 graduate students who will soon be entering a variety of health and human service professions.
Contact Information
College of Health and Human Services
104 Health and Human Services Building (Ridge Street)
Bowling Green, Ohio 43403
419-372-8242
chhsadvising@bgsu.edu
College Health & Human Services
Dean Jim Ciesla-
James Ciesla to lead College of Health and Human Services
Dr. James Ciesla has been selected as the new dean for the College of Health and Human Services. Ciesla comes to BGSU from Northern Illinois University, where he is associate dean for research and resources in the College of Health and Human Sciences. Read More
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Tiffany Smith named a Newman Civic Fellow
For Tiffany Smith ’18, Bowling Green State University’s dietetics program was the perfect major. It combined her two passions: nutrition and serving the community. Read More
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Change the Story: Opioid Crisis Teach-In
We invite the campus community and our northwest Ohio communities to join us Tuesday, September 25 for a day of learning to Change the Story on the opioid crisis. We aim to raise awareness; connect to existing resources, research and data; and apply our expertise as educators to make a change! Read More
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Nutrition sciences offers perfect route to medical school
Alanna Meadows always knew she wanted to go to medical school, but she wasn’t necessarily interested in taking the traditional route by majoring in biology or chemistry. BGSU’s nutrition sciences program tipped the scales in its favor, along with its supportive faculty. Read More
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Ludy's work with undergraduate researchers honored
Dr. Mary-Jon Ludy, associate professor of food and nutrition, in the College of Health and Human Services, received the 2018 Elliott L. Blinn Award for Faculty-Undergraduate Student Innovative Basic Research/Creative Work. Read More
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Kevin Webb '79, '82 recognized with College Alumni Award
BGSU recognized 10 distinguished alumni with 2018 College Alumni Awards, one of the university’s highest honors. Kevin Webb, chief acute and post-acute care officer at ProMedica, was selected to represent the College of Health and Human Services. Read More
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Smith and Seele honored for research in food insecurity
Five BGSU undergraduate researchers were honored for their presentations at the 2018 Undergraduate Symposium on Diversity. Read More
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BGSU'S ONLINE CRIMINAL JUSTICE MASTERS PROGRAM RANKED NO. 1 IN THE NATION
Best College Reviews ranks BGSU's online Master of Science in Criminal Justice as number one nationwide. Read More
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NEW MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK PROVIDES ADVANCED SKILLS
Earning your Master of Social Work (MSW) opens doors to many opportunities including advanced practice, higher salaries and administration. If you are passionate about social justice, policy, and developing or improving services, the MSW gives you the skills you need. Read More
James Ciesla to lead College of Health and Human Services
Dr. James Ciesla has been selected as the new dean for the College of Health and Human Services. Ciesla comes to BGSU from Northern Illinois University, where he is associate dean for research and resources in the College of Health and Human Sciences. Read More
Tiffany Smith named a Newman Civic Fellow
For Tiffany Smith ’18, Bowling Green State University’s dietetics program was the perfect major. It combined her two passions: nutrition and serving the community. Read More
Change the Story: Opioid Crisis Teach-In
We invite the campus community and our northwest Ohio communities to join us Tuesday, September 25 for a day of learning to Change the Story on the opioid crisis. We aim to raise awareness; connect to existing resources, research and data; and apply our expertise as educators to make a change! Read More
Nutrition sciences offers perfect route to medical school
Alanna Meadows always knew she wanted to go to medical school, but she wasn’t necessarily interested in taking the traditional route by majoring in biology or chemistry. BGSU’s nutrition sciences program tipped the scales in its favor, along with its supportive faculty. Read More
Ludy's work with undergraduate researchers honored
Dr. Mary-Jon Ludy, associate professor of food and nutrition, in the College of Health and Human Services, received the 2018 Elliott L. Blinn Award for Faculty-Undergraduate Student Innovative Basic Research/Creative Work. Read More
Kevin Webb '79, '82 recognized with College Alumni Award
BGSU recognized 10 distinguished alumni with 2018 College Alumni Awards, one of the university’s highest honors. Kevin Webb, chief acute and post-acute care officer at ProMedica, was selected to represent the College of Health and Human Services. Read More
Smith and Seele honored for research in food insecurity
Five BGSU undergraduate researchers were honored for their presentations at the 2018 Undergraduate Symposium on Diversity. Read More
BGSU'S ONLINE CRIMINAL JUSTICE MASTERS PROGRAM RANKED NO. 1 IN THE NATION
Best College Reviews ranks BGSU's online Master of Science in Criminal Justice as number one nationwide. Read More
NEW MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK PROVIDES ADVANCED SKILLS
Earning your Master of Social Work (MSW) opens doors to many opportunities including advanced practice, higher salaries and administration. If you are passionate about social justice, policy, and developing or improving services, the MSW gives you the skills you need. Read More