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
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Feeling at home in audiology
Sarah Pilkington grew up in Napoleon, Ohio, just 30 minutes outside of Bowling Green State University, so she wasn’t too sure if BGSU was the right choice for her. Pilkington, however, visited the University on a Preview Day and fell in love with the campus and the CDIS program. Read More
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ANALYZING THE VOICE OF A KILLER
Alumnus Tracy Harpster has become one of the leading experts in the world in analyzing 9-1-1 calls and determining if the individual that placed the call is indeed a shocked innocent witness or the actual perpetrator. 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
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THE FIELD OF FORENSIC SCIENCE CONTINUES TO ADVANCE AT A RAPID PACE
The field of forensic science continues to advance at a rapid pace. Professionals who desire to continue or pursue a career in the field are expected to be informed about the latest trends in order to advance in their current positions or explore new career opportunities. 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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Earn an Allied Health or Criminal Justice Degree 100% Online
Designed for working individuals with busy lifestyles wishing to pursue a bachelors degree 100 percent online. Our programs offer six start times throughout the year providing students with flexibility. Read More
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Personal story vital to success in gerontology
Allison Ehmen was just a child when her grandmother had a debilitating stroke. That traumatic event ultimately shaped her childhood and the adult she has become as she graduates from the BGSU College of Health and Human Services gerontology program with a 4.0 grade-point average. Read More
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PEACE CORPS VOLUNTEER PREPARES FOR NEW PATH TO SERVICE
Ariel Dodgson is finding another way to serve. She is pursuing a master’s degree in food and nutrition at BGSU following her experience as a Peace Corps volunteer, through the Coverdell Fellows Program. Read More
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Medical Mutual contributes $1 million to BGSU's wellness initiatives
Medical Mutual of Ohio has announced that it is contributing $1 million to assist with the development of Bowling Green State University’s new Optimal Aging Institute (OAI). Read More
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New health and human services degrees meet student needs
A Bachelor of Science in Public Health with an environmental health concentration, a Bachelor of Science in Allied Health, and a Master of Science in Forensic Science with specializations in forensic investigation, chemistry and biology are new degree programs in the College of Health and Human Services scheduled to launch in the 2016-17 academic year. Read More
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BGSU-UT sign academic partnership
Bowling Green State University and the University of Toledo may be rivals on the football field, but the two schools continue to be partners in the classroom. BGSU and UT recently signed an early-decision agreement that allows up to three BGSU students annually to receive early acceptance into UT’s Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Read More
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Research and leadership lead to success
At a young age, Lauren Yacapraro’s parents took a proactive approach when they had her visit a dietitian for a predisposed medical condition. Years later, when Yacapraro determined she wanted to work in the health care field, she looked into becoming a dietitian or a physician assistant (PA). She couldn’t pick one, so decided on both. Read More
Feeling at home in audiology
Sarah Pilkington grew up in Napoleon, Ohio, just 30 minutes outside of Bowling Green State University, so she wasn’t too sure if BGSU was the right choice for her. Pilkington, however, visited the University on a Preview Day and fell in love with the campus and the CDIS program. Read More
ANALYZING THE VOICE OF A KILLER
Alumnus Tracy Harpster has become one of the leading experts in the world in analyzing 9-1-1 calls and determining if the individual that placed the call is indeed a shocked innocent witness or the actual perpetrator. 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
THE FIELD OF FORENSIC SCIENCE CONTINUES TO ADVANCE AT A RAPID PACE
The field of forensic science continues to advance at a rapid pace. Professionals who desire to continue or pursue a career in the field are expected to be informed about the latest trends in order to advance in their current positions or explore new career opportunities. 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
Earn an Allied Health or Criminal Justice Degree 100% Online
Designed for working individuals with busy lifestyles wishing to pursue a bachelors degree 100 percent online. Our programs offer six start times throughout the year providing students with flexibility. Read More
Personal story vital to success in gerontology
Allison Ehmen was just a child when her grandmother had a debilitating stroke. That traumatic event ultimately shaped her childhood and the adult she has become as she graduates from the BGSU College of Health and Human Services gerontology program with a 4.0 grade-point average. Read More
PEACE CORPS VOLUNTEER PREPARES FOR NEW PATH TO SERVICE
Ariel Dodgson is finding another way to serve. She is pursuing a master’s degree in food and nutrition at BGSU following her experience as a Peace Corps volunteer, through the Coverdell Fellows Program. Read More
Medical Mutual contributes $1 million to BGSU's wellness initiatives
Medical Mutual of Ohio has announced that it is contributing $1 million to assist with the development of Bowling Green State University’s new Optimal Aging Institute (OAI). Read More
New health and human services degrees meet student needs
A Bachelor of Science in Public Health with an environmental health concentration, a Bachelor of Science in Allied Health, and a Master of Science in Forensic Science with specializations in forensic investigation, chemistry and biology are new degree programs in the College of Health and Human Services scheduled to launch in the 2016-17 academic year. Read More
BGSU-UT sign academic partnership
Bowling Green State University and the University of Toledo may be rivals on the football field, but the two schools continue to be partners in the classroom. BGSU and UT recently signed an early-decision agreement that allows up to three BGSU students annually to receive early acceptance into UT’s Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Read More
Research and leadership lead to success
At a young age, Lauren Yacapraro’s parents took a proactive approach when they had her visit a dietitian for a predisposed medical condition. Years later, when Yacapraro determined she wanted to work in the health care field, she looked into becoming a dietitian or a physician assistant (PA). She couldn’t pick one, so decided on both. Read More