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Bowling Green State University graduate programs remain among the nation's best in 2026 US News and World Report rankings
Bowling Green State University's Falcon Marching Band is now America’s largest college marching band

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Bowling Green celebrates 50 years of the Little Red Schoolhouse Former College of Education dean David Elsass ’49, ’53, Ph.D., spearheaded a project to bring the building from Norwalk Township to Bowling Green.
US News & World Report ranks BGSU No. 1 public university in Ohio for first-year experiences Bowling Green State University continues to earn national recognition for its commitment to student success and its comprehensive approach that begins the moment students arrive on campus.
Former Falcon Marching Band member will return to BGSU Homecoming for 45th consecutive year Paula DeSalvatore ’81 will continue a tradition that started more than four decades ago when she returns to Homecoming 2026 to perform with the alumni band.
BGSU Band Alumni Society celebrates 50 years at Homecoming The BGSU Band Alumni Society will celebrate its 50th anniversary at Homecoming as more than 275 alumni join the 600-member Falcon Marching Band for a special pregame performance.
A million reasons: BGSU donors give more than $1M in scholarship awards to College of Education and Human Development students for first time The 2026-27 academic year marks the first time in the University’s history that cumulative EDHD scholarship awards will reach seven figures.

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How BGSU is redefining what it means to be successful in college Longitudinal research found college completion is correlated to comprehensive programs, success-focused staff and interventions, all of which are key parts of the BGSU experience.

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BGSU announces 2026 Academy of Distinguished Alumni inductees This year’s honorees include the late Geoffrey H. Radbill ‘68, Valarie L. Newell ‘75, and William Shelt ‘81, ‘83.

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BGSU forensic science researcher leads educational push against dangerous, high-powered opioid appearing in Ohio BCI Eminent Scholar Jon Sprague, R.Ph., Ph.D., is helping to educate emergency medical personnel, law enforcement and the public on potent street drug cychlorphine.

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BGSU kicks off Ohio Tech Day with tech-focused career exploration for high schoolers High school students from across the state explored virtual reality simulations and engaged in interactive, career-focused experiences.
BGSU announces 2026 Academy of Distinguished Alumni inductees This year’s honorees include the late Geoffrey H. Radbill ‘68, Valarie L. Newell ‘75, and William Shelt ‘81, ‘83.
The career advantage at BGSU: Industry partnerships connect students and employers BGSU works with a growing network of industry partners to connect employers with talented students through internships, co-ops and other work-based experiences.
BGSU Dining nationally recognized for food allergy awareness and safety Food Allergy Research and Education awarded FARECheck Gold status to BGSU Dining for ensuring individuals with food allergies have safe and healthy food options across campus.
Bowling Green State University recognizes growth in strategic industry partnerships The University continues to expand its partnerships, now recognizing more than 95 organizations through its Partnership Recognition Program.
BGSU connects student with career-building experience at Toledo Regional Chamber Communications major Jordan “Rex” Mizerek gained confidence, skills and clarity for her future career through an internship this summer with the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce.
BGSU to host event to increase awareness and understanding of labor trafficking The event features former Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, human trafficking survivors and international experts.
WATCH: BGSU Falcon Golf and Pickleball Classic supports students in the Thompson Working Families Scholarship Program on their path to earning a college degree Annual event hosted in greater Cleveland provides life-changing scholarships to BGSU students from working families in Ohio and beyond.

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Newly established endowed professorship to elevate research in BGSU College of Musical Arts DuWayne and Dorothy Hansen ’62, ’69 have long championed music education at BGSU through support of faculty research.
More than $1 million in gifts expands opportunities for BGSU paleobiology students More than $1 million in gifts from BGSU alumna Sue Goldstein, Ph.D., ’74 and the estate of longtime professor Don C. Steinker, Ph.D., will expand research, fieldwork and professional opportunities for paleobiology students.
Former BGSU president Mary Ellen Mazey establishes three endowed scholarships to support students The scholarships will support students pursuing degrees in the College of Arts and Sciences.
BGSU alumni and longtime supporters create lasting legacy through $1.1M planned gift Charlie ‘64 and Carol Harper ‘64 established five endowed scholarships and named a biology lab to honor the Bowling Green experiences that shaped their lives and careers.
BGSU announces first named space in new Engineering and Innovation Center A study lounge in the new Engineering and Innovation Center will be named for Donna M. ’51 and Fredrik R. Barnes, recognizing their support for future engineers.

Updated: 09/22/2026 07:37PM