2020

  • BGSU Greeks come together to raise funds and food to support community Dec 23, 2020 3:04 PM BGSU fraternities and sororities participate in holiday program that gives back to the BG community.

  • BGSU provides ‘full circle’ for RN to BSN coordinator Dec 23, 2020 1:38 PM Dr. Lara Wilken recounts her journey from high school dropout to becoming the RN to BSN coordinator at BGSU.

  • A trailblazer for women in public service Dec 16, 2020 3:32 PM Jo Ann Davidson receives the highest honor BGSU can bestow: honorary Doctor of Public Service degree

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: BGSU experience is music to Gretchen Hill's ears Dec 16, 2020 3:30 PM Bowling Green State University double music major Gretchen Hill benefits from Hansen Fellowship experiences.

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: Oshionna Natsheia Lee-Hicks overcomes adversities to achieve her goal Dec 16, 2020 3:30 PM Bowling Green State University social work major Oshionna Natsheia Lee-Hicks enjoys helping her community, paying it forward.

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: Hometown University opens up a world of possibilities for social work major Dec 10, 2020 4:02 PM In addition to her social work degree, what BGSU ultimately gave Rachel Suzor was “a confidence to reach for and achieve my goals.”

  • BGSU graduate enrollment grows significantly Dec 8, 2020 4:25 PM More students are deciding to pursue their education beyond a bachelor's degree thanks to new, flexible programs at Bowling Green State University.

  • How BGSU flu shot clinics could provide key research for COVID-19 vaccine planning Dec 8, 2020 9:15 AM Researchers are studying BGSU flu shot clinics to generate predictive modeling aimed at helping public health experts better plan for and facilitate future immunization clinics.

  • BGSU to hold virtual celebration for graduates Dec. 12 Dec 4, 2020 3:01 PM Bowling Green State University will host a live, virtual celebration for fall degree candidates.

  • BGSU works with local agency to reduce opioid deaths for individuals leaving jail Dec 4, 2020 10:02 AM BGSU partners with area agencies to determine if medicine-assisted treatment reduces opioid/heroin deaths, recidivism for recently released inmates.

  • Graphic design senior thesis project teaches about microaggressions Dec 4, 2020 8:48 AM BGSU graphic design project about microaggressions earned Gyona Rice the top award for senior thesis projects in 2020.

  • Bob Bortel retires, leaves 'write of passage' Dec 2, 2020 4:17 PM Bowling Green State University's Bob Bortel leaves legacy after 39 years as director of student media and publications.

  • Vocal strain: How to protect your voice during the pandemic Dec 2, 2020 3:55 PM Wearing a face covering can be taxing on your voice. Bowling Green State University experts share tips to protect your voice.

  • ArtsX: Winter showcase of the arts comes to audiences virtually Dec 2, 2020 9:21 AM The 16th annual arts showcase and celebration highlights music, visual arts, writing and performance with online galleries, activities and videos.

  • BGSU tests thousands for COVID-19 leading up to Thanksgiving break Nov 24, 2020 1:35 PM The 'huge undertaking' of standing up its own COVID-19 testing site included support from BGSU's medical laboratory sciences students and faculty and public health partnerships

  • Owens Corning Foundation announces $1 million gift to create scholarships for BGSU students Nov 20, 2020 10:14 AM Transformational gift establishes the Owens Corning Scholars Program, supporting underrepresented students in the School of the Built Environment

  • Remote for Robots Nov 20, 2020 9:37 AM Seven teams work on creating virtual robots in place of in-person competition.

  • Graphic design delivers the power to change Nov 18, 2020 10:27 AM BGSU's graphic design program helps students learn to do design work that is meaningful and makes a difference.

  • BGSU designs virtual course to immerse students in Spanish culture Nov 18, 2020 8:00 AM Bowling Green State University develops an Education Abroad virtual class about language and culture in Spain because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Embrace the “new normal” of post-COVID-19 society Nov 13, 2020 11:26 AM Improve your health to more fairly face COVID-19.

  • Novel virus leads researchers closer to cause of Toledo water crisis Nov 12, 2020 3:26 PM BGSU student researchers credited with playing a key role in work with Toledo Water Treatment Plant to identify a novel virus that may have led to a toxin release in the 2014 water crisis.

  • Newly named Central Hall ushers new era of health care providers, incorporates partner-enabled improvements Nov 10, 2020 11:59 AM Wood and Henry county hospitals support BGSU's new nursing labs to expand regional workforce.

  • BGSU, University of Findlay announce dual pharmacy degree Nov 6, 2020 4:41 PM The new degree track will feature a flexible, streamlined path for a career in pharmacy.

  • BGSU alumna gets a foothold in entertainment industry Nov 4, 2020 7:00 AM BGSU theatre and film alumna Nicole Lovince '09 co-stars in Amazon Prime movie about friends in quarantine.

  • COVID-19 test results in 24 hours comes to Bowling Green Nov 3, 2020 7:00 AM Wood County Hospital, in partnership with Bowling Green State University and the Wood County Health Department, introduces high-volume COVID-19 testing with 24-hour turnaround

  • Fashion student creates accessible face coverings that enable lip-reading Nov 2, 2020 4:19 PM Before the multi-billion dollar fashion industry could react to the pandemic, a BGSU AMPD student was already at her sewing machine.

  • Today is Election Day! Nov 2, 2020 4:19 PM

  • BGSU launches first-of-its-kind Cedar Fair Resort and Attraction Management program Oct 30, 2020 11:00 AM The only hybrid-model program in the nation to leverage an innovative public-private partnership with Cedar Fair officially welcomes students at its Sandusky location.

  • Inside the new home of BGSU's Cedar Fair Resort and Attraction Management program Oct 29, 2020 3:53 PM Photos capture the first day of classes as BGSU officially opens the doors to the academic center of the first-of-its-kind program.

  • BGSU celebrates new and newly promoted women and non-binary faculty Oct 28, 2020 5:24 PM Annual celebration at BGSU goes virtual to welcome, support and celebrate new and newly promoted women and non-binary faculty

  • BGSU Academy of Marketing Association adds value for students interested in sales careers Oct 27, 2020 11:11 AM BGSU marketing students gain valuable experience outside the classroom as members of the Academy of Professional Selling student organization.

  • How students are answering the call this Election Day because of COVID-19 Oct 27, 2020 11:04 AM BGSU student Sierra Nathans is signing up to work the polls on Election Day, and she's in good company, with more BGSU students than ever signing up to be a poll worker.

  • Associate Athletic Director recognized by Mid-American Conference for achievements in diversity and inclusion Oct 27, 2020 9:00 AM Chet Hesson involved with We Are One Team (WA1T).

  • BGSU lab leads 'monumental' research Oct 26, 2020 4:00 PM Photochemical sciences lab at BGSU earns a grant to refine a coating process to protect monuments from rain, weather and defacement.

  • High-rising analytics firm Satelytics has deep roots at BGSU Oct 21, 2020 3:00 PM Satelytics Inc.is a cloud-based geospatial analytics software suite that helps some of the world’s most critical industries avoid major issues.

  • MAC award recognizes faculty dedication to student success Oct 20, 2020 2:30 PM Mechatronics faculty member is BGSU nominee for Mid-American Conference award to recognize outstanding faculty who help students succeed.

  • Q&A: BGSU's Dr. Joshua Boston on the U.S. Supreme Court and the 2020 Election Oct 19, 2020 4:25 PM Dr. Joshua Boston, political science, whose research focuses on American political institutions and judicial politics, responds to questions about the U.S. Supreme Court.

  • 'Team DeMoss' honors coach's 50-year career Oct 19, 2020 4:19 PM Richard DeMoss, a 1970 BGSU alumnus, was honored by the Ohio High School Athletics Association for 50 years of coaching.

  • Going Green: Lowering the carbon footprint on campus Oct 19, 2020 11:32 AM October marks Campus Sustainability Month, anchoring year-round initiatives to inspire change and make BGSU a greener institution.

  • Behind the Lens: The new college visit Oct 16, 2020 4:47 PM Photos capture the health and safety measures in place for BGSU's in-person campus visits

  • Caryl Crane Youth Theatre at BGSU Firelands Turns 30 Oct 16, 2020 4:20 PM This long-time staple of the community is also celebrating national recognitions as it marks three decades of access and affordability.

  • BGSU to implement wellness days for Spring 2021 semester Oct 16, 2020 1:00 PM Students will get four days off from classes throughout the spring semester and can participate in wellness programming.

  • Leading Public Good: BGSU Board of Trustees Chair Betty Montgomery Oct 16, 2020 9:00 AM In this episode of the Leading Public Good video series, BGSU Board of Trustees Chair Betty Montgomery discusses leadership strategies that drive public good.

  • Wood County: A swing county to watch in 2020 Election Oct 14, 2020 4:29 PM BGSU political scientist is sought-after expert during election season and says with Ohio's history of picking the president, BGSU students' votes count.

  • Politics and social media: research explores affirmation or anxiety? Oct 14, 2020 4:22 PM Effects of social media exposure to political information is the focus of research by a BGSU assistant professor of communication

  • Dr. Brigid Burke wins partnership award Oct 14, 2020 2:52 PM The Center for Public Impact recognizes the partnership between Bowling Green School and BGSU's World Language Education studies.

  • New mural brightens downtown Bowling Green Oct 14, 2020 1:40 PM A building in downtown Bowling Green gets a facelift with a colorful mural painted by BGSU School of Art professor, students and alumni.

  • The 41st Annual Bowling Green New Music Festival begins Oct. 15 Oct 7, 2020 3:31 PM The 41st Annual Bowling Green New Music Festival will take place online this year, October 15-18.

  • Leadership Strategies in a Pandemic Oct 7, 2020 2:13 PM Learn about a virtual series that helps students and organizations navigate unique challenges of COVID-19.

  • Kelli Schneider named BGSU Rookie of the Year Oct 7, 2020 10:18 AM BGSU's Administrative Staff Council names Kelli Schneider as the Rookie of the Year for her work in the College Credit Plus programs office.

  • Ferrari Award winner is known for student-centered focus Oct 7, 2020 9:17 AM BGSU presents top administrative staff award to the College of Health and Human Services' advising and student services director.

  • BG Best Award winner has eye on helping with online learning Oct 7, 2020 9:01 AM BG Best Award winner from Online and Summer Academic Programs helped to ensure students and faculty were ready for online learning in the face of COVID-19.

  • Are pollinators sensitive to climate change, urbanization? Oct 6, 2020 2:39 PM A BGSU biology lab extends research to look at the lives of bees and how they are impacted by climate change and urbanization.

  • Student organizations shift to virtual meetings and events during COVID-19 Oct 6, 2020 9:30 AM BGSU student organizations have been able to build and make connections virtually this semester.

  • Student engagement doesn't stop during COVID-19 Oct 6, 2020 8:00 AM Athletics marketing group does its part to offer physically distanced activities while student organizations adjust to recruiting new members.

  • 892,858 reasons to say thank you Oct 5, 2020 1:06 PM BGSU’s fourth annual day of giving was its most successful to date, with alumni and friends from all 50 states and around the globe showing their support for the University, its students and programs with nearly $900,000 in donations.

  • BGSU research team takes on COVID with data ‘superpowers’ Oct 2, 2020 1:34 PM BGSU’s Dr. Trent Buskirk tackles ongoing COVID-19 data science research project with the help of undergraduate and graduate students.

  • Coffee, beer and friends at heart of BGSU alumnus venture Oct 1, 2020 10:25 AM BGSU alumnus features, beer, cold brew coffee and food at his BG brewery and will host a virtual beer tasting for Homecoming 2020.

  • Reflections on Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Sep 25, 2020 2:18 PM The death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg means different things to different people. Two BGSU staff members share their thoughts.

  • BGSU trustees recognize success amid a global pandemic Sep 25, 2020 12:50 PM During the Board of Trustees meeting Sept. 25, trustees recognized BGSU's accomplishments and President Rodney K. Rogers gifted his annual performance bonus to support students.

  • Beyond a grade: BGSU class project leaves lasting impact Sep 22, 2020 10:30 AM A BGSU class assignment motivated two students to highlight the work the Troutman Sound Labs through the Ohio Historical Marker program.

  • BGSU Votes leads the way in spurring voter engagement on campus Sep 21, 2020 1:42 PM BGSU Votes is a nonpartisan initiative of the Center for Public Impact and aims to get young voters to head to the polls on election day.

  • BGSU alumnus named to Team USA Council on Racism and Social Justice Sep 21, 2020 12:02 PM BGSU WA1T founder Yannick Kluch will be a thought leader, diversity and inclusion expert for a new council of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee.

  • BGSU announces record retention, highest enrollment in more than a decade Sep 17, 2020 8:56 PM Defying the national trend of declining enrollment, Bowling Green State University reports a record increase in student headcount and retention.

  • BGSU to host Constitution Week lectures Sep 16, 2020 3:45 PM To commemorate Constitution Day, BGSU will host a virtual lecture featuring legal expert and author Kim Wehle.

  • Public Impact Awards recipients 2019-20 Sep 16, 2020 3:00 PM

  • BGSU to host 'Day of Dialogue' on Friday, Sept. 18 Sep 16, 2020 2:30 PM At this stage in our nation’s history, with the discussions of race, justice and culture merging during the season of political debate, it seems the ideal time for Bowling Green State University’s "Day of Dialogue,” which is scheduled to be held virtually Friday (Sept. 18.)

  • Fulbright Fellows await opportunity to fulfill purpose Sep 14, 2020 3:16 PM Bowling Green State University Fulbright Fellows planned to start the school year in Germany and Costa Rica, but the COVID-19 pandemic has postponed their plans until at least January. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is designed to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and other countries.

  • A Gateway to Campus and Beyond Sep 11, 2020 3:37 PM The Robert W. and Patricia A. Maurer Center, home to the Allen W. and Carol M. Schmidthorst College of Business, officially opens its doors with a Grand Opening and Dedication celebration.

  • Student startup ideas take flight during The Hatch Sep 11, 2020 10:56 AM This year's Hatchlings competed for funding and pitched business investors on ideas ranging from water purification and sports apparel to technology organizers and a networking app for college students.

  • A glimpse inside the state-of-the-art Robert W. and Patricia A. Maurer Center Sep 10, 2020 8:11 PM Photos go inside the Maurer Center, one of the most innovative and collaborative learning environments for business education in the nation.

  • A look back at the history of Hanna Hall Sep 10, 2020 4:00 PM BGSU looks back at the history and uses of the third of the "Traditions Buildings," Hanna Hall, which now houses the Schmidthorst College of Business.

  • BGSU faculty member goes the extra mile for students Sep 9, 2020 4:08 PM College of Education and Human Development associate professor Dr. Angela Thomas gets creative to hold physically distanced in-person office hours.

  • Rest in Peace. Why Can’t We Live in Peace? Sep 9, 2020 3:00 PM BGSU's Division of Diversity and Belonging will host a virtual presentation, featuring a panel of BGSU faculty, student and alumna speakers.

  • BGSU named Exercise is Medicine Gold Campus Sep 8, 2020 12:53 PM Bowling Green State University among 167 campuses recognized by the American College of Sports Medicine.

  • BGSU student featured in Ohio governor's daily briefing Sep 2, 2020 1:57 PM Ohio Governor Mike DeWine invited BGSU student Xavi Boes to participate in daily COVID-19 briefing Tuesday, Sept. 1 to share his experience as a college student this fall.

  • USG leaders shift platform in COVID and BLM environment Sep 2, 2020 1:44 PM BGSU Undergraduate Student Government leaders pivot their platform in the face of COVID-19 and social justice issues.

  • BGSU launches #CampusClear app Sep 2, 2020 12:26 PM BGSU has launched the #CampusClear app, a free tool that sends a daily reminder to conduct a self-wellness check, a step BGSU's COVID-19 Response Team said will play a key role in slowing the spread of COVID-19.

  • Mechatronics and quality systems programs gain ABET accreditation Sep 1, 2020 4:43 PM Bowling Green State University's mechatronics and quality systems undergraduate programs earned ABET accreditation by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission.

  • BGSU waives GRE, GMAT requirements through Fall 2021 Sep 1, 2020 8:22 AM Bowling Green State University is continuing to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and make the critical decisions necessary to safeguard students, faculty, staff and the broader community and to ensure that the University learning community has the support and resources needed to adapt to an all online learning environment.

  • Bohrnstedt’s legacy: Forward Falcons Fight Song Aug 31, 2020 4:57 PM Bowling Green State University's fight song, composed by Dr. Wayne Bohrnstedt, is a longstanding tradition at Falcon athletics events. Dr. Bohrnstedt passed away Aug. 6, 2020.

  • Forward Falcons: Virtual Town Hall recap Aug 28, 2020 3:33 PM In this virtual Town Hall, hosted by BGSU President Rodney K. Rogers, BGSU's COVID-19 Response Team address students, parents and families on the University's plans and response to the COVID-19 global pandemic.

  • BGSU recognized by Forbes as a top employer in Ohio Aug 28, 2020 2:19 PM Bowling Green State University has been ranked one of the best places to work in Ohio by Forbes. In its “America’s Best Employers by State 2020,” the magazine ranked BGSU as the No. 6 four-year university for employees and No. 71 overall in the state.

  • Behind the lens: Photos capture start of the fall semester Aug 27, 2020 7:15 PM University photographer Brad Phalin captured the start of the fall semester, which included enhanced safety guidelines to slow the spread of COVID-19.

  • BGSU’s Farida Selim is developing a new method to demonstrate semiconductor conductivity Aug 26, 2020 3:30 PM Dr. Farida Selim, associate professor of the Physics and Astronomy Department BGSU, is developing a new method to demonstrate semiconductor conductivity. This technology solves a problem that will allow the size, weight, energy consumption and cost of everyday to shrink on devices such as laptops, cellphones, electric vehicles and other forms of renewable energy.

  • BGSU introduces PayByPhone parking app Aug 26, 2020 3:00 PM Bowling Green State University is introducing an app-based parking payment option for an estimated 1,850 short-term parking spaces on the Bowling Green campus. BGSU parking customers can now utilize the PayByPhone mobile app to pay for one-time parking use.

  • Everett Fitzhugh '11 is first Black broadcaster in NHL Aug 24, 2020 9:03 AM When Everett Fitzhugh ’11 was named the team broadcaster for the Seattle Kraken, he became the first Black announcer in the NHL and joined a group of BGSU hockey announcers.

  • Getting to know BGSU's Chief Health Officer Ben Batey Aug 21, 2020 11:10 AM BGSU Chief Health Officer Ben Batey has been tasked with elevating the health and wellness of the campus community. Batey has his sights set on making a major impact at BGSU, his first task in his new role is a big one: leading the University's COVID-19 Response Team.

  • Behind the scenes of Netflix hit show ‘Blown Away’ Aug 20, 2020 3:30 PM Bowling Green State University alumnus Eric Meek ’96 served as a guest evaluator for the series finale of “Blown Away,” helping select the winner of the hit Netflix competition show. Helen Tegeler ’97 also was involved in the show, assisting the two finalists in realizing their final challenge.

  • BGSU lab works to harness power of light Aug 18, 2020 1:45 PM Bowling Green State University chemistry professor Dr. Jayaraman Sivaguru, the Antonia and Marshall Wilson Professor of Chemistry and associate director for the Center for Photochemical Sciences, is using a $450,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to develop sustainable strategies for carrying out new chemical transformations using light.

  • Virtual Town Hall for students and families Aug 17, 2020 8:00 PM Watch the recorded virtual Town Hall, hosted by BGSU President Rodney K. Rogers, for students, parents and families on the University's plans and response to the COVID-19 global pandemic.

  • A look at 100 years of voting rights Aug 17, 2020 7:45 PM BGSU faculty members reflect on successes and failures since the U.S. ratified the 19th Amendment extending voting right to American women.

  • Gender resentment may affect COVID-19 stay-at-home compliance Aug 17, 2020 9:45 AM Bowling Green State University political scientist Dr. Nicole Kalaf-Hughes' research looks at state health orders' effectiveness when issued by women in positions of power. Kalaf-Hughes is an associate professor of political science.

  • BGSU to honor achievement at virtual celebration Aug. 15 Aug 12, 2020 1:50 PM Bowling Green State University will host a live, virtual celebration for summer degree candidates Saturday, Aug. 15. The livestream will begin at 1 p.m. Students, family and friends can view the stream at BGSU.edu.

  • Science and Math Education in ACTION helps prepare incoming freshmen Aug 12, 2020 10:30 AM Science and Math Education in ACTION is a Choose Ohio First scholarship program at Bowling Green State University for top students from across Ohio who plan to be science and/or mathematic teachers after graduation.

  • Helping local communities: BGSU receives CARES Act funding to support economic recovery efforts Aug 7, 2020 4:45 PM The Bowling Green State University Center for Regional Development has received a $300,000 CARES Act grant to support economic and workforce development recovery strategies across a 27-county region in northwest Ohio.

  • BGSU entrepreneurship offering goes virtual Aug 7, 2020 4:04 PM The Bowling Green State University Allen W. and Carol M. Schmidthorst College of Business offers an extension of the Hatch with a new virtual incubator that lets students explore entrepreneurial ideas online.

  • Trent Buskirk is a sought-after survey expert during election season Aug 7, 2020 3:37 PM Being able to vet surveys and election polls is important for journalists and other media experts, making Dr. Trent Buskirk a very popular person this time of year. Buskirk is the Novak Family Professor of Data Science and the chair of the Applied Statistics and Operations Research Department at BGSU.

  • A new era of business education at BGSU Jul 31, 2020 11:27 AM With the historic $15 million gift in support of business education, the Allen W. and Carol M. Schmidthorst College of Business builds on a solid foundation of excellence

  • BGSU announces first named college, Allen W. and Carol M. Schmidthorst College of Business Jul 31, 2020 11:27 AM Ohio entrepreneur Allen Schmidthorst, and his wife, Carol, donate a transformational $15 million, the largest academic gift in the University's nearly 110-year history, to elevate business education at BGSU.

  • BGSU students adapt during COVID-19 for internships Jul 30, 2020 11:19 AM Since March, many BGSU students have had to adapt in more ways than one. With classes turning to all online and businesses across the world shutting down for weeks, many summer internships were canceled or postponed. That made things difficult for numerous students because, for some, internships are required to graduate.

  • CTAAE faculty help students find co-ops during COVID-19 Jul 30, 2020 10:52 AM For many Bowling Green State University students in the College of Technology Architecture and Applied Engineering, they found their co-ops canceled or retracted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but through determination and support from faculty they found new ways to secure opportunities to stay on track.

  • BGSU celebrates National Internship Day Jul 30, 2020 9:39 AM Bowling Green State University has many students, both undergraduate and graduate, participating in internships and co-ops all around the country. Some are working in-person while following guidelines to be safe in the workplace during the COVID-19 pandemic, while others are working remotely from the safety of their homes.

  • Research details American independent cinema through the prism of actors Jul 29, 2020 12:53 PM For those who believe American independent cinema is a director’s cinema, think again. Bowling Green State University’s Dr. Cynthia Baron, Professor of Research Excellence in the Department of Theatre and Film, sheds new light on the industry in a book co-written with Yannis Tzioumakis of the University of Liverpool.

  • Andrew Pelletier awarded Professorship of Creative Arts Excellence Jul 24, 2020 1:25 PM Dr. Andrew Pelletier, professor of horn in the College of Musical Arts and a Grammy Award-winning performer, recently received the 2020 Professorship of Creative Arts Excellence Award from the University. He has maintained a very active performance schedule that has taken him across the country and around the world.

  • Forward Falcon Q&A Series: Fall Classes with Provost Whitehead Jul 23, 2020 2:57 PM As Bowling Green State University launches Design My BGSU, Dr. Joe B. Whitehead, provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs and Student Affairs, shares more information about class format options as students design their learning experience at BGSU.

  • Get a glimpse of Comet NEOWISE while you still can Jul 22, 2020 3:00 PM Comet NEOWISE will reach its apex in the Northern Hemisphere sky July 23 and then begin to dissipate into the depths of space and not be seen again by Earth’s inhabitants for 6,800 years. BGSU Planetarium Director Dr. Dale W. Smith offers tips on viewing the comet.

  • Campus Campaign raises more than $650,000 Jul 22, 2020 2:42 PM Campus Campaign has completed its 2020 fiscal year, after COVID-19 left many BGSU students in need of funding for living after many lost their jobs. The University-wide effort supports all areas of BGSU with a particular focus this year on student scholarships, Student Emergency and BGSU Firelands Emergency.

  • Nancy C. Patterson awarded Professor of Teaching Excellence Jul 17, 2020 11:40 AM BGSU’s Dr. Nancy Patterson has been a staunch advocate for social studies education and has pushed her students to look beyond the classroom and their academic standing and bring into focus the collective benefits they can bring to the world beyond the campus. She received the 2020 Professor of Teaching Excellence Award.

  • BGSU Leadership Center messaging expands to inclusion, COVID-19 Jul 17, 2020 11:31 AM The C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership at BGSU has added two new objectives to its agenda. The center, known for guiding, engaging and teaching students to achieve true leadership abilities, will now help the University deliver important messages around diversity and belonging, as well as help lead through COVID-19.

  • Return to Campus: Virtual town halls address fall plans for faculty, staff Jul 16, 2020 2:34 PM In a two-part virtual town hall series for faculty and staff, BGSU leadership shared additional details about the University’s plans and response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including academics, research and creative activities, class and instructional delivery modes, health and safety protocols, facilities, and diversity and belonging efforts in a COVID-19 world.

  • Andreas Luescher awarded Professor of Teaching Excellence distinction Jul 14, 2020 1:30 PM Dr. Andreas Luescher has been a strong proponent of treating education as a collective pursuit and he is passionate about joy being “the engine of learning.” Luescher, professor and department chair in BGSU’s Department of Architecture and Environmental Design has been awarded the Professor of Teaching Excellence distinction.

  • Dressing in a COVID world: A pandemic's impact on the multi-billion dollar fashion industry Jul 13, 2020 2:19 PM As employees trickle back to the office after spending weeks and months at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, their clothes reflect the comfort they found in their closets, according to Marian Zengel, assistant teaching professor and coordinator of BGSU’s top-ranked apparel merchandising and product development program.

  • BGSU supply chain program ranked No. 1 in Ohio Jul 9, 2020 2:06 PM Bowling Green State University’s Supply Chain Management program, within the College of Business, has been ranked in the Gartner Supply Chain University Top 25 for 2020. BGSU’s Supply Chain Management program was ranked No. 16 this year, up from No. 21 in 2018.

  • Amber Gombash '15 finishing up first year of residency during a pandemic Jul 2, 2020 3:35 PM Bowling Green State University alumna Amber Gombash ’15 is rounding out her first year of a three-year residency split between MetroHealth System Emergency Room and the Cleveland Clinic. Gombash received a Bachelor of Science in biology from BGSU, minored in chemistry and was a member of the Honors College.

  • BGSU art history students reimagine artists’ iconography in modern-day selfies Jul 1, 2020 12:57 PM An assignment in Dr. Allie Terry-Fritsch’s BGSU art history class at provided a lesson in iconography and resourcefulness. Students in the Northern European Renaissance Art History course studied self-portraits of that region’s Renaissance artists and used that knowledge and items they found at home while sheltering in place to create modern-day selfies.

  • Award-winning paper by two BGSU faculty members outlines benefits of combining art and STEM education Jul 1, 2020 12:32 PM Underrepresented students from the Toledo area learned problem-solving skills during an art and robotics camp hosted by Bowling Green State University and the Toledo Museum of Art, which led to an award-winning paper by two BGSU faculty members, Drs. Jerry Schnepp and Thomas Roberts.

  • Lubomir S. Popov awarded Professorship of Research Excellence Jul 1, 2020 12:00 AM Dr. Lubomir S. Popov, professor in the Interior Design Program of the School of Family and Consumer Services, a highly respected teacher, instructor and academic advisor who started at Bowling Green State University in 1999, received the 2020 Professorship of Research Excellence Award from the University this spring.

  • BGSU announces chief health officer, partnership with Wood County Health Department Jun 30, 2020 6:11 PM Former Wood County Health Commissioner Ben Batey, MPH, RN, has been appointed as Bowling Green State University chief health officer. Batey, who will continue focusing on the public health of Wood County through this growing partnership, will begin his cabinet-level appointment as chief health officer at BGSU on July 27.

  • BGSU Board of Trustees approves donor-named spaces at Maurer Center Jun 26, 2020 2:28 PM As the new home of BGSU’s College of Business nears completion, philanthropic support has not waned for the Robert W. and Patricia A. Maurer Center. BGSU’s Board of Trustees approved a number of donor-named spaces recognizing the support of friends and alumni who are committed to the center’s cutting-edge vision through their financial gifts.

  • BGSU set to begin fall classes Aug. 26 Jun 26, 2020 2:27 PM Bowling Green State University is planning to resume in-person teaching and learning Aug. 26 with a revised academic calendar and new health and safety measures in place this fall. Two University-wide planning groups have been working to address student academic and non-academic experiences along with safety and campus operations.

  • BGSU launches School of Nursing Jun 26, 2020 1:00 PM Emphasizing its commitment to creating public good and meeting regional workforce needs, BGSU has launched a School of Nursing through its College of Health and Human Services. The new school will help support the growth of the University’s online Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program introduced last year.

  • BGSU Departments of History and English receive NEH CARES grant Jun 25, 2020 3:15 PM Bowling Green State University Departments of History and English received a $273,000 Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) for a joint project titled, “Toward a Pedagogy from Crisis: Adaptive Teaching and Learning at Bowling Green State University During COVID-19.”

  • Griffen Palmer ’17 wins songwriting competition on NBC’s ‘Songland’ Jun 24, 2020 9:23 AM Griffen Palmer, a 2017 BGSU alumnus, won NBC’s “Songland” competition in May and was chosen to write a song for the country duo Florida Georgia Line. He performed his song, “Second Guessing,” which was chosen and recorded by Florida Georgia Line and quickly reached No. 1 on iTunes.

  • Tenure, promotion granted by trustees Jun 17, 2020 3:57 PM BGSU celebrated the scholarly and creative achievements of 43 faculty members May 15 when the board of trustees awarded promotion and tenure. Nine faculty were promoted to full professor, 13 received tenure and were promoted to associate professor, and others were promoted to QRF teaching professor and QRF associate teaching professor.

  • After a 40-year decline, the marriage rate has remained stable since 2010 Jun 17, 2020 3:16 PM The U.S. marriage rate has been stable since 2010 after declining nearly 60 percent from 1970 to 2010, according to a new report from the Marriage Strengthening Research and Dissemination Center (MAST Center). Dr. Karen Benjamin Guzzo, Bowling Green State University professor of sociology, is an author of the report.

  • BGSU Pathway Program paves the way for prospective students Jun 17, 2020 3:02 PM BGSU’s Pathway Program allows future students, who may not meet usual admissions criteria, the opportunity to attend BGSU. The one-year program allows a cohort of 25 students to pay a reduced tuition and take basic courses at the Bowling Green campus in math, writing, science, history, English literature and university success.

  • CURS symposium attracts student researchers statewide Jun 17, 2020 2:48 PM The COVID-19 pandemic enabled the symposium to find a new way for undergraduate students from all disciplines and fields to share their research, scholarly and creative projects with a wider community.

  • Forever Freddie: Iconic mascot turns 70 Jun 17, 2020 2:32 PM The Freddie Falcon mascot got its start in 1950 when a few members of the Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity on campus decided BG needed a boost of school spirit. The role expanded and grew in popularity as Freddie became a fixture on campus. His sidekick Frieda joined the nest in 1980 and the pair have been spreading cheer and smiles at countless BGSU events ever since.

  • BGSU launches education certificate for virtual teaching Jun 17, 2020 8:00 AM COVID-19 has changed the teaching environment and teachers are looking to gain a new arsenal of skills for virtual learning. Bowling Green State University is leading the way by offering an Online Teaching and Learning Certification.

  • BGSU's Stinson, his research is in demand Jun 10, 2020 3:11 PM With a news cycle in overdrive, one voice has been heard around the world: Philip Stinson, Ph.D., a Bowling Green State University criminologist and professor who has spent more than 15 years researching police behaviors, including police crime, police corruption and police misconduct.

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: A passion for planning events led Shalynne Owens to BGSU Jun 9, 2020 11:00 AM A passion for event planning led Shalynne Owens to owning and operating two event-oriented businesses in northwest Ohio that catered to children’s birthday parties. By 2017, her interest in event management had grown beyond children’s entertainment, so she closed her businesses and enrolled in BGSU’s Tourism Hospitality and Event program.

  • BGSU Center for Public Impact recognizes Ohio Campus Compact award recipients Jun 3, 2020 3:50 PM The Bowling Green State University Center for Public Impact virtually recognized its 2020 Ohio Campus Compact award winners May 28. Ohio Campus Compact is a non-profit that is committed to advancing the civic engagement of students and faculty at Ohio universities.

  • BGSU faculty honored with excellence awards Jun 3, 2020 3:28 PM Bowling Green State University faculty remain committed to continually improving their teaching and research skills to improve student knowledge and contributions to their respective fields. Faculty are continually recognized for their achievements in many categories. Professorships of Excellence are awarded in three categories: research, creative arts, and teaching.

  • BGSU reinstates baseball program Jun 3, 2020 9:56 AM Bowling Green State University, after positive and productive dialogue with alumni and former student-athletes nationwide, reinstated its baseball program June 2. The Division I baseball program, with a rich history in the Mid-American Conference and the NCAA, was eliminated May 15 due to financial constraints caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: VCT majors navigate through COVID-19 to finish capstone projects Jun 1, 2020 1:38 PM Two Bowling Green State University Visual Communication Technology graduates, Jake Roth and Allie Godfrey, give great credit to their synthesis class for helping them gain experience and knowledge before graduation, including during unprecedented times in their final semester. They worked directly with a client in the Bowling Green community for their final semester.

  • Speech-language pathologist benefits from BGSU’s eCampus Jun 1, 2020 1:33 PM Jenna Rayburn Kirk found success and new opportunities through Bowling Green State University’s certificate program in assistive technology. She currently works as a speech-language pathologist at a school district in central Ohio, as well as creates and sells speech therapy resources for other professionals on her blog and Instagram page.

  • BGSU family demographer contributes to op-ed about COVID-19 impact on health of families May 27, 2020 2:27 PM Dr. Jenjira Yahirun, assistant professor of sociology at Bowling Green State University, wants policymakers to think about how COVID-19 affects the health of families across demographics. Yahirun co-authored an opinion column that was published in “The Hill,” an online publication focused on politics, policy, business and international relations

  • Class of 2020 Success Student-athletes wrap up exceptional collegiate careers May 25, 2020 10:00 AM As highly accomplished senior student-athletes, Talisa Lemke and Jovannah East were prepared to finish with their best seasons yet. Both had the goal of competing nationally in the post season, but these aspirations were cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite these season-ending disappointments, Lemke and East leave BGSU with their heads held high with exceptional academic performances and championship-level athletic accomplishments.

  • BGSU alumnus at helm of America's 250th celebration May 23, 2020 8:58 AM The United States will commemorate the semiquincentennial anniversary of its founding in 2026. The country likely will be bathed in red, white and blue from sea to shining sea — and with orange and brown — as Tony Rucci ’72, ’76, ’78 is the president and CEO of the America 250 Foundation.

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: BGSU College of Business grad has data stacked in her favor May 22, 2020 2:13 PM Jazzmin Speziali has made countless friends and career connections as a member of BGSU’s Class of 2020. She earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration with a specialization in business analytics and intelligence from the College of Business and is scheduled to begin an internship Aug. 1 at Owens-Illinois.

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: Emma Stumpf shares the joy of music May 22, 2020 2:13 PM Music education graduate Emma Stumpf discovered a passion for teaching music to students, especially those who might find music classes loud or overwhelming.

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: Turbulent semester offers lessons to live by May 22, 2020 1:38 PM By focusing on what mattered most to her, rather than on the exact sequence of those events, Audra Gill has weathered the semester's many changes and emerged with a healthy outlook and map of her upcoming goals.

  • BGSU student serves community with U.S. Army National Guard May 22, 2020 11:46 AM One BGSU student has ‘geared up’ to help the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Michael Flipse, a senior sport management major from Pemberville, Ohio, serves in the 148th U.S. Army National Guard as a mortarman. He has been working at Toledo Food Bank, helping pack and distribute food to the community.

  • Health care executives instruct BGSU students, lead in the field during pandemic May 22, 2020 8:43 AM BGSU students in the College of Health and Human Services had a front-row seat in the spring semester to two adjunct instructors who have more than 70 years of health care experience combined: Kim Bordenkircher, CEO of Henry County Hospital and Jim Watkins, Health Commissioner of Williams County Combined Health District.

  • Flight training resumes at Bowling Green Flight Center May 19, 2020 1:44 PM The Bowling Green Flight Center will resume flight training for Bowling Green State University aviation students with additional safety measures in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. New procedures and protocols include increased cleaning and disinfecting of the facilities and aircraft and the use of face masks.

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: Connecting career crossroads at BGSU May 18, 2020 12:00 PM Sue Ann Sandusky had recently retired from the U.S. Army, after a flourishing 37-year career, and she had moved to Findlay, Ohio. But instead of fully “retiring,” she wanted to put her skills to work in a civilian setting. BGSU’s Ph.D. in higher education administration was her bridge to get there.

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: Opportunities continue to knock for BGSU music performance graduate May 18, 2020 9:00 AM From Alabama to New York to Bowling Green State University, this talented flutist has found her musical and career path by inspiring others through teaching and performing.

  • New BGSU graduate offers advice for summer May 18, 2020 8:00 AM With the end of spring semester and summer approaching, warmer weather is in our future. Get creative to make those summer memories. Use Zoom or FaceTime to stay connected with friends and family. Go on a social distancing picnic or have a themed family nights.

  • BGSU addresses budget shortfall, accelerates Focus on the Future Strategic Plan May 15, 2020 2:31 PM Bowling Green State University has finalized budget reductions to address its $29 million projected shortfall. The University is restructuring non-faculty areas to save resources, implement the strategic plan and support its students.

  • BGSU Board of Trustees approves fee waivers to aid students May 15, 2020 12:43 PM The Bowling Green State University Board of Trustees approved two fee waivers to aid students, awarded promotion and tenure to 43 faculty members and welcomed national trustee George N. Miller Jr.

  • BGSU to honor achievement at virtual celebration May 16 May 13, 2020 4:00 PM Bowling Green State University will host a live, virtual celebration for spring degree candidates May 16. The live stream will begin at 1:30 p.m., and is expected to last about 45 minutes. Students, family and friends can view the stream at BGSU.edu.

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: Savanna Brown is buggy about insects May 11, 2020 5:00 PM Cleveland native Savanna Brown has always loved insects and found opportunities at Bowling Green State University that allowed her to do research, connect to like-minded people in science and the arts and be prepared for her first job post-graduation.

  • BGSU plans to resume face-to-face classes in fall May 11, 2020 2:16 PM BGSU is planning to resume face-to-face learning on its campuses this fall. The University continues to work with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Ohio Department of Health and regional and local health care partners to comply with directives and guidelines to safeguard students, faculty, staff and visitors.

  • BGSU Mini-Lecture: Tips for grocery shopping and food safety May 11, 2020 10:34 AM In this Bowling Green State University Mini-Lecture, Dr. Laura Brubaker, an instructor in the Department of Food and Nutrition in the College of Health and Human Services and a registered dietician, shares some tips on grocery shopping and food safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: Lone BGSU senior living on campus happy to have support to finish her semester May 11, 2020 10:15 AM Hayley Landers, a Bowling Green State University senior majoring in gerontology, is graduating in May after finishing out her semester as one of about 75 students still living on the Bowling Green campus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. She is thankful for the on-campus support she received.

  • Class of 2020 Success Stories: Unusual path to degree offers 'life lessons' May 11, 2020 9:50 AM U.S. Army National Guard service throughout college career teaches Frank Scott Abbey, who is majoring in apparel and merchandise product development in the College of Education and Human Development, how to adapt to life's changes. During his service, Abbey maintained a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

  • Support BGSU students on #GivingTuesdayNow May 4, 2020 8:00 PM Two matching gifts from Bowling Green State University College of Business Dean Ray Braun '80 and Dr. Theresa Popp Braun '80, '85 will help double the impact of all gifts made to the Student Emergency Fund on Tuesday, May 5, as part of a worldwide day of giving.

  • BGSU honors seniors May 4-8 May 4, 2020 4:19 PM When the Class of 2020 entered their first year at Bowling Green State University in fall 2016, the most popular app was Pokemon GO and the biggest event that year was the Presidential election. Fast forward to today when these same students are preparing to graduate and either enter the workforce or continue their education.

  • BGSU students discuss online learning experiences at BGSU May 4, 2020 12:30 PM Bowling Green State University students BGSU Lauren Reese, a broadcast journalism major from the Cleveland area, and Sana Ali, a criminal justice major from Chicago, talk about their online learning experiences while living off campus in Bowling Green during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • BGSU Career Center call campaign connects with more than 2,600 students May 1, 2020 4:55 PM The Bowling Green State University Career Center continues to be the focal point to help graduating students with their post-graduation plans. The office started a call campaign, in efforts to reach every graduating student, whether undergraduate or graduate, and to follow up on their post-graduation plans.

  • BGSU research takes aim at social tool for fighting COVID-19 May 1, 2020 4:43 PM The social distancing of COVID-19 might have its own long-term effects; a Bowling Green State University team of sociologists — Drs. Peggy Giordano, Monica Longmore and Wendy Manning — received a National Science Foundation grant to conduct research on social distancing and what factors might influence individuals’ levels of compliance.

  • Three peregrine falcon eggs hatch in Wood County Courthouse clock tower Apr 30, 2020 10:20 AM More falcons are getting ready to call Bowling Green home, as three of the four peregrine falcon eggs visible on the Falcon Cam has hatched.

  • BGSU alumna plays critical role in helping COVID-19 patients recover Apr 27, 2020 3:31 PM Bowling Green State University alumna Sara Houlihan ’09 has found herself on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic as a physical therapist in Ann Arbor, Michigan, helping critically ill coronavirus patients regain the strength to return home and continue their recovery.

  • BGSU to reduce out-of-state tuition fee for specific graduate programs Apr 27, 2020 1:41 PM BGSU is planning to reduce the domestic, non-resident surcharge to $1 per credit hour for out-of-state students who have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Ohio from an Ohio institution and who enroll in a degree-seeking graduate program for the 2020-2021 academic school year, starting with fall 2020.

  • BGSU to offer summer courses relating to COVID-19 pandemic Apr 24, 2020 3:15 PM Courses from the College of Health and Human Services will provide Bowling Green State University students a basic understanding of epidemiologic principles and the nature of infectious diseases, giving students the opportunity to become leaders in the public health field.

  • BGSU researcher receives NSF grant for coronavirus research Apr 24, 2020 2:29 PM Dr. Xiaohong Tan, an assistant professor of chemistry at Bowling Green State University, has an idea to prevent coronaviruses from infecting humans. His idea merited the National Science Foundation’s approval for a one-year, $200,000 grant to fund his research.

  • Three 2019 alumni named rookie teachers of year in South Carolina Apr 24, 2020 1:24 PM It seems like one day you’re sitting in the class, and then the next, you’re standing in front of it. Kevin Werner, Kaetlin Bowling, and Mckenzie Weaver — three 2019 Bowling Green State University alumni — each has been recognized as Rookie Teachers of the Year in South Carolina.

  • BGSU Dining robots expand service to downtown Bowling Green Apr 24, 2020 12:51 PM Bowling Green State University and Starship Technologies have expanded the robot delivery service to now include parts of the city of Bowling Green. The expanded service is another way for the University and Starship to support those in the community affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the social distancing order. Robots began deliveries April 22.

  • Frontline Falcons play critical role in medical testing Apr 22, 2020 4:51 PM Bowling Green State University graduates from the medical laboratory science program comprise the majority of medical laboratory scientists in northwest Ohio. Emily Barnes-Hanna '07 is a Frontline Falcon, playing a critical role in patient care at a local hospital.

  • BGSU history professor appointed to Cold War Advisory Committee Apr 22, 2020 3:00 PM Dr. Walter Grunden, professor of history at Bowling Green State University, was appointed to the Cold War Advisory Committee, which assists the U.S. Secretary of the Interior in the preparation of a national historic landmark theme study to identify sites and resources significant to the Cold War.

  • BGSU hosts virtual Town Hall meeting on Thursday, April 23 Apr 22, 2020 2:30 PM BGSU President Rodney K. Rogers and Provost Joe B. Whitehead will host a virtual town hall on Thursday, April 23, 6 - 7:30 p.m., regarding the University's response to the COVID-19 global pandemic and answer your questions. It will be streamed via Facebook Live the President's website.

  • BGSU lights up the Doyt in support of high school seniors Apr 21, 2020 8:28 AM As a show of support to the graduating seniors, Bowling Green State University and participating high schools lit up their football stadiums April 20 for 20 minutes and 20 seconds. High school seniors have forgone rites of passage as students have attended class online since mid-March.

  • BGSU public relations major applauds her fellow seniors Apr 20, 2020 11:06 AM Meredith Troxel offers advice to her fellow BGSU seniors: Take pride in what you have given to the University community. Connect with friends and make lasting memories this summer (when we hopefully can be social together again). Seek new opportunities in a time of uncertainty.

  • BGSU rallies around Earth Day Apr 20, 2020 10:30 AM At BGSU, the development of environmentally friendly policies and practices can be traced back to concerned students, faculty and staff who took the initiative to make a difference. As we mark the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day, we salute the BGSU community for the courage and fortitude it has demonstrated.

  • BGSU offers virtual options to stay connected, healthy and engaged Apr 20, 2020 8:15 AM As the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Bowling Green State University continues to create and offer ways for students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members to stay connected and engaged, especially as they are practicing social distancing during these unprecedented times.

  • Bell brothers are Frontline Falcons in Los Angeles, Minneapolis Apr 20, 2020 8:00 AM Colin Bell ’09 in Los Angeles and Evan Bell ’05 in Minneapolis are among thousands of Bowling Green State University alumni serving in hospitals and other health care locations around the world, treating and caring for COVID-19 patients and putting themselves at risk in order to save lives.

  • Sherry Sullivan awarded title of Distinguished Research Professor Apr 20, 2020 8:00 AM Dr. Sherry Sullivan '83, professor of management in the College of Business, recently was awarded the title of Distinguished Research Professor by the BGSU Board of Trustees in recognition of her innovative contributions to the study of organizational management at Bowling Green State University.

  • Student Emergency Fund experiences unprecedented need Apr 17, 2020 5:12 PM Hundreds of Bowling Green State University students have received assistance from the Student Emergency Fund in recent weeks. More than $115,000 has been donated to the fund since last month, but more support is needed to continue meeting the unprecedented need.

  • BGSU Firelands prepares respiratory therapists on the front lines of COVID-19 response Apr 17, 2020 2:29 PM Known for assisting patients with a range of respiratory problems in all areas of hospitals and health care facilities, respiratory therapists are now directly fighting COVID-19 as it ravages the lungs of patients around the world.

  • BGSU nursing students to enter health care field early to meet demand Apr 17, 2020 1:11 PM Evan Barnett is one of 11 BGSU senior nursing students who will immediately join the health care workforce to help care for COVID-19 patients and others as a result of an executive order issued by Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, along with a temporary license from the Ohio Board of Nursing.

  • BGSU adjusts application process, fees in response to COVID-19 Apr 14, 2020 2:00 PM Due to the evolving COVID-19 situation, BGSU has made several changes to its admissions process in an effort to better accommodate students.

  • BGSU to celebrate National Student Employment Week virtually Apr 13, 2020 10:37 AM Bowling Green State University will celebrate National Student Employment Week (NSEW) from April 13 through April 17 to recognize student employees and student employee professionals, along with the value they bring to the University. BGSU has been recognizing its student employees through NSEW for 18 years.

  • BGSU construction management hammers home lab project by adapting to online learning Apr 13, 2020 8:00 AM BGSU faculty are having to find new engaging ways to teach their students during the remote learning period, including courses with a lab component. Lisa Schaller, adjunct faculty in construction management in the School of the Built Environment, has found an effective way to continue her CONS 2350 lab.

  • Frontline Falcons are health care heroes Apr 10, 2020 12:40 PM Health care workers, from doctors to nurses to respiratory therapists, play a critical role in keeping our communities healthy. Among those on the front lines, are thousands of Bowling Green State University alumni are treating and caring for patients and putting themselves at risk in order to save lives.

  • Falcon Media continues to serve audiences Apr 8, 2020 12:00 PM Falcon Media, which includes the BG News, BG24 TV, WBGU-FM and Bowling Green Radio Sports Organization, continues to serve the community, bringing audiences the information they need to stay healthy and connected during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Junior Quinn Eberhard earns prestigious Barry Goldwater Scholarship, will use funds for public good Apr 3, 2020 3:38 PM Eberhard’s focus is the development of a research-centered algorithm, or set of rules. By using the algorithm, rather than collecting and manually analyzing data for each application, scientists can shorten their research time by weeks or even months. Her work is critically needed; she studies protein sequences and RNA research, potentially affecting research on cancer and the corona family of viruses – including COVID-19.

  • Take a break from schoolwork — ideas to relax and fill time Apr 2, 2020 5:00 PM Now that the stay-at-home order in Ohio has been extended to May 1, it is especially important to find new ways to entertain ourselves and fill our days. It is important to take brain breaks for your mental health and simply to have something to look forward to in between BGSU class assignments.

  • EDHD shares plan for $4.5 million grant at Atlanta conference Apr 1, 2020 4:00 PM At the recent American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education meeting in Atlanta, a team from BGSU's College of Education and Human Development shared an update on the $4.5 million teacher education grant that the U.S. Department of Education awarded it in 2018.

  • CRD State of the Region Conference examines Ohio’s potential impact of automation on occupation needs Apr 1, 2020 3:30 PM The Bowling Green State University Center for Regional Development recently held its 18th annual State of the Region conference, “Developing Tomorrow’s Workforce by Embracing and Investing in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence.” At the conference, Ohio’s potential impact of automation on occupation needs in the future was examined.

  • Philosophy professor marks 50 years with BGSU Apr 1, 2020 1:03 PM BGSU philosophy professor Louis Katzner recently marked 50 years with the University. He cites enthusiasm for working with students as a motivating factor for this longevity.

  • College of Business committed to student success Mar 30, 2020 12:00 PM BGSU shifts to online learning through the end of the semester to help slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. College of Business faculty remain committed to student success

  • BGSU dietetics senior provides familiarity for residents at area nursing home Mar 30, 2020 10:00 AM Alicia Kouba, a Bowling Green State University dietetics major in the College of Health and Human Services, provides daily meals to residents at a Bowling Green area nursing home. When COVID-19 guidelines restricted visitors to the facility, Kouba knew she could bring a sense of familiarity to her patients.

  • Three ways for BGSU students to stay organized during online learning Mar 27, 2020 2:30 PM This is a blog written by Bowling Green State University students that offers advice on how to navigate distance learning. Multiple posts will appear each week. In this offering, senior public relations major Meredith Troxel offers tips on how to keep organized.

  • BGSU temporarily waives GRE and GMAT requirements Mar 26, 2020 8:20 PM Bowling Green State University is continuing to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and make the critical decisions necessary to safeguard students, faculty, staff and the broader community and to ensure that the University learning community has the support and resources needed to adapt to an all online learning environment.

  • BGSU supports local agencies Mar 26, 2020 4:55 PM BGSU campuses in Bowling Green and Huron, as well as BGSU at Levis Commons, are supporting local health and safety agencies by donating PPE supplies and providing facilities to organizations in both communities.

  • BGSU virtual concerts offer music to the public Mar 25, 2020 3:00 PM During the COVID-19 isolation, a series of 10 musical concerts from Bowling Green State University’s College of Musical Arts will be offered online twice a week starting Friday, March 27, through Monday, April 25.

  • BGSU’s graduate programs continue to be ranked among very best in U.S. Mar 24, 2020 1:30 PM Bowling Green State University’s graduate programs continue to be ranked as some of the best in the country in U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 Best Grad School Rankings. BGSU’s fine arts program is ranked No. 73, speech language pathology No. 63, clinical psychology No. 88 and education No. 112.

  • CURS 2019 Symposium on Diversity award ceremony Mar 23, 2020 8:20 AM The Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (CURS) recognized its winning students from the November 2019 Undergraduate Symposium on Diversity during a recent ceremony. With help from their faculty mentors, BGSU students’ presentations focused on their research surrounding marginalized and underserved groups in the United States and our community.

  • Bowling Green's peregrine falcon eggs spotted on camera Mar 16, 2020 4:10 PM More falcons are getting ready to call Bowling Green home, as new peregrine falcon eggs have made their appearance on the Falcon Cam.

  • Givens Fellowship allows student to learn about protests, human trafficking in India Mar 16, 2020 2:42 PM Bowling Green State University multiplatform journalism major Abby Shifley studied abroad in New Delhi, India, during winter session in January. She went on this trip to research human trafficking in India, a country where she spent 10 years of my life.

  • Quinn Eberhard, 2019/2020 Hoskins Global Scholar Mar 6, 2020 1:22 PM The Hoskins Global Scholarship enabled Quinn Eberhard, a junior in Honors College and the College of Arts and Sciences, to develop an algorithm, or set of rules, so scientists worldwide could make faster progress in their research.

  • Audra Gill, 2019/2020 Hoskins Global Scholar Mar 6, 2020 1:22 PM Audra Gill didn’t know she would find her life’s passion here; the Hoskins Global Scholarship inspired this Wooster, Ohio native to take her ambitions all the way to South Africa.

  • Kenzie Moss, 2019/2020 Hoskins Global Scholar Mar 6, 2020 1:22 PM Kenzie Moss learned about the Hoskins Global Scholarship in a “Critical Thinking about Great Ideas” class. She hesitated, but an idea was growing in her mind, and the scholarship would help make it happen.

  • BGSU and Northwest State Community College announce nursing articulation agreement Mar 5, 2020 8:30 AM BGSU and Northwest State Community College have announced a new partnership designed to help nursing students seamlessly transfer their credits from an RN degree to a BSN degree.

  • BGSU board approves new degree, facility renovations Mar 4, 2020 4:00 PM At its February meeting, the BGSU Board of Trustees approved the University’s new Bachelor of Science in systems engineering. Trustees also approved the first steps in developing a nursing skills lab in the Business Administration Building once the College of Business moves to the Robert W. and Patricia A. Maurer Center.

  • BGSU graphic design program recognized at 2020 at ADDY Awards Mar 4, 2020 3:50 PM Anna Kiesewetter and Emily Feaster of BGSU’s graphic design program were recognized in February at the 2020 Toledo American Advertising Federation’s ADDY Awards. The awards recognize local websites, video, advertising, and cross-platform design from local agencies and companies. The organization also recognizes local college students.

  • Digital arts students use art, animation to contribute to public good Mar 4, 2020 3:45 PM Fourteen BGSU digital arts students put their skills to work to promote environmental causes; six nonprofit environmental organizations reaped the benefits. The class project, which earned BGSU’s Kurt E. Hofmeister Outstanding Student Group Award in Spring 2019 for exemplary community-based learning experiences, was developed by digital arts Professor Bonnie Mitchell.

  • BGSU's Master of Architecture professional degree receives NAAB accreditation Mar 4, 2020 3:00 PM Bowling Green State University’s Department of Architecture and Environmental Design in the School of the Built Environment announced the National Architectural Accreditation Board (NAAB) accreditation of the Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) professional degree.

  • David Hainline ’83 mentors entrepreneurship, tourism students Mar 4, 2020 2:30 PM Bowling Green State University alumnus David Hainline recognizes students in Entrepreneurship in Event Management, a course he created as an event professional, along with leaders from the College of Business and the College of Education and Human Development. Hainline recognized the top students from the latest class.

  • BGSU staff member supports community organization through game creation Mar 3, 2020 2:31 PM Halloween may be an October holiday, but for those like BGSU Applications Developer Mike Addison, the time for strange tales and creepy happenings is year-round. His new game, “The Curse of the House of Rookwood,” aims to let players embark on a bizarre adventure to combat an ancient curse.

  • BGSU Sport Management Alliance students make connections at Super Bowl LIV Mar 2, 2020 2:29 PM For something this big, a lot of help is needed, and the Sport Management Alliance at BGSU doesn’t hesitate to help out. In helping with the events leading up to Super Bowl LIV in Miami and at the game itself, students get the chance to make many unique connections.

  • NSF grant allows BGSU to add lab-based astronomy course Mar 2, 2020 11:36 AM Thanks to a National Science Foundation grant, Bowling Green State University’s Department of Physics and Astronomy were able to add a new astronomy course to its lineup. A lab-based course, ASTR 1010 is offered to undergraduate students to fulfill their Bowling Green Perspective science lab requirement.

  • First university in Ohio to offer autonomous delivery Mar 2, 2020 8:30 AM Starship’s fleet of 30 autonomous, on-demand robots will deliver from nine campus eateries: Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, Jamba Juice, Marco's Pizza, Panda Express, Chickendippity, Mondos Subs, Kreischer Late Night and BGSU Dining convenience stores.

  • BGSU’s Food & Nutrition Faculty Honored Feb 26, 2020 4:00 PM Three members of BGSU’s food and nutrition programs have been recognized by the Ohio Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for excellence in the industry.

  • Kickin' it With Club Sports: Men's Soccer Feb 24, 2020 8:00 AM The BGSU Men's Soccer team provides a competitive soccer experience for committed soccer players. The team has been on campus for more than 10 years. Learn about the men's soccer club team and find out how you can join.

  • BGSU aviation major Noah Pyle selected for American Airlines aviation internship Feb 21, 2020 3:01 PM Bowling Green State University aviation major Noah Pyle was selected for an internship with American Airlines at the company’s world headquarters in Dallas for Spring 2020. The internship, which began in January, is a six-month hands-on learning experience. As a flight operations Intern, Pyle’s work is geared toward pilots in training.

  • Online MBA program exceeds enrollment expectations Feb 19, 2020 3:00 PM Bowling Green State University’s online MBA program exceeded the enrollment expectations by 7%. The new program enrolled 32 students during its first cohort that started in January. The online MBA program is expecting even more growth with the possibility of more concentrations added to accommodate more students and meet demands.

  • Bowling Green State University to join re-established CCHA for 2021-22 season Feb 18, 2020 12:15 PM Bowling Green State University will play in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association starting in the 2021-22 season. BGSU will join six other Div. I universities that previously announced they would explore the formation of a new hockey conference. That league will be re-established and branded as the storied CCHA.

  • Kickin' it With Club Sports: Women's Soccer Feb 17, 2020 8:59 AM The BGSU Women's Soccer team provides a competitive soccer experience for committed soccer players. The team plays in a women's league that competes throughout the Midwest, mostly with other universities in Michigan. Learn about the team and find out how you can join

  • Thomson family has a lot of love and spirit for BGSU Feb 14, 2020 11:39 AM Helen Thomson’s family’s love and spirit for Bowling Green State University spans more than 35 years. Members of the family have earned degrees from many different colleges, including the College of Musical Arts, College of Education and Human Development, College of Arts and Sciences, and College of Business.

  • BGSU Center for Regional Development creates Toledo Region Data Center Feb 14, 2020 11:29 AM Created for the Toledo Chamber of Commerce by the Bowling Green State University Center for Regional Development, the Toledo Region Data Center provides economic and workforce information for the Greater Toledo region; data being calculated for the Toledo MSA includes Lucas, Wood and Fulton counties.

  • BGSU to offer film screenings as part of Film Series, International Film Festival Feb 12, 2020 2:45 PM BGSU will screen more than a dozen films in the coming months as part of the Spring 2020 Film Series and International Film Festival 2020. Screenings in the Spring 2020 Film Series will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the BGSU Film Theater, 206 Bowen-Thompson Student Union.

  • Dr. Valeria Grinberg Pla to present BGSU College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Faculty Lecture Feb 12, 2020 2:30 PM Bowling Green State University’s Dr. Valeria Grinberg Pla will present the College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Faculty Lecture “Making Sense of the Lack of Sense: Filming in Post-War Guatemala” at 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, in the BGSU Film Theatre, 206 Bowen-Thompson Student Union.

  • BGSU named among the Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs Feb 10, 2020 9:46 AM For the second year in a row, Bowling Green State University has been named among the Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs. Winners will appear in the March issue of Diverse: Issues in Higher Education. The award will be presented at the American College Personnel Association’s (ACPA) annual meeting in March.

  • Three BGSU choruses will perform with Toledo Symphony Orchestra Feb 5, 2020 3:21 PM Three Bowling Green State University choruses will perform with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra during Bowling Green Night at the Toledo Symphony on Feb. 15. Members of the University Choral Society, University Women's Chorus and University Men's Chorus will be among the 250 singers who will perform.

  • Registration opens for BGSU’s Kids’ Tech University Feb 5, 2020 3:18 PM Aimed at area families, the BGSU program is made up of four sessions in February, March and April. Each day includes a morning interactive session with faculty followed by an afternoon of related learning activities. An online component continues students’ engagement after the campus activities have been completed.

  • Falcon Funded platform hits half million milestone Feb 4, 2020 9:28 AM This crowdfunding effort at BGSU makes research projects, scholarships, service projects, student organization trips, specialized equipment, athletic department projects and many more programs possible. The Falcon Funded platform, started in 2015, has surpassed $500,000 in donations and has been supported by more than 3,000 individual donors.

  • BGSU digital arts alumnus finds success with board game Mental Blocks Feb 3, 2020 2:30 PM Bowling Green State University digital arts, computer science alumnus Micah Sawyer has combined his graphic design and computer science fields to create a board game that encourages pausing, listening and elevating a situation to come to a broader perspective. Mental Blocks had a long journey from concept to co-op puzzle game.

  • Givens Fellowship aids BGSU student’s journey of self-discovery in Asia Feb 3, 2020 2:00 PM BGSU Asian studies major Nautica Savage knew that she felt a connection with Asian cultures, but she didn’t know why. She wanted to discover what she so strongly connected with in those cultures and come to a better understanding of who she is as a person. The Givens Fellowship provided that opportunity.

  • Ryan Hunter ’18 to promote RallyCap Sports during Super Bowl LIV Jan 31, 2020 4:02 PM Ryan Hunter, a 2018 alumnus of BGSU, is an offensive lineman on the Chiefs. Hunter supports RallyCap Sports by participating in the NFL charity My Cause My Cleats, and will wear green, yellow and red cleats that sport the RallyCap Sports name along with a fun design during the Super Bowl.

  • BGSU ranked ninth in Midwest for animation Jan 27, 2020 11:15 AM Bowling Green State University ranks ninth in the Midwest and 15th nationally for animation among public universities and colleges, according to Animation Career Review’s annual rankings. In recent years, BGSU graduates have been hired by companies such as DreamWorks Animation, Blue Sky Studios, Blizzard and Apple.

  • BGSU tops rival Toledo, stretching win streak to six games Jan 25, 2020 10:13 PM The Bowling Green State University men’s basketball team defeated rival University of Toledo 85-79 on Jan. 25 at Savage Arena behind the strong backcourt play of Dylan Frye and Justin Turner, who combined for 42 points. The Falcons (15-5, 6-1 Mid-American Conference) won their sixth straight game.

  • BGSU cheer team wins back-to-back at the University World Cup Championship Jan 24, 2020 10:27 AM The Bowling Green State University cheerleaders competed January 17-19 in the 2020 University World Cup Championship at Walt Disney World Resort, finishing in first place. The BGSU dance team also had a strong showing.

  • BGSU, Falcon Health Center studying sports-related concussions Jan 22, 2020 3:00 PM Bowling Green State University’s club sports student-athletes are gaining another level of care, thanks to a partnership between the College of Education and Human Development, Division of Student Affairs — Department of Recreation and Wellness and Falcon Health Center. The University offers more than 30 intramural sports.

  • BGSU students donate their time, make furniture for Habitat for Humanity Jan 22, 2020 11:05 AM Bowling Green State University students volunteered their time to build furniture for one of three Habitat for Humanity houses that are being built in Bowling Green. Learn more about this project for BGSU Builds, a three-year partnership between the University and Habitat for Humanity of Wood County Ohio, Inc.

  • BGSU online criminal justice program ranks No. 1 in Ohio Jan 15, 2020 11:00 AM BGSU’s online criminal justice master's program is ranked 12th in the country and No. 1 in Ohio in the 2020 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs rankings, which were released Jan. 14. The University’s online bachelor’s and education programs also remain nationally ranked and among the best in Ohio.

  • Winter Break with Freddie and Frieda Jan 13, 2020 3:05 PM Freddie and Frieda Falcon have been spending their winter break at Bowling Green State University keeping an eye on campus and getting ready for students to return on January 27 for the start of the spring semester. We miss you, Falcons! See you in a couple of weeks!

  • Meet students who have committed early to the Class of 2024 Jan 6, 2020 2:37 PM Get to know some of the earliest members of Bowling Green State University’s Class of 2024. These high school seniors are already committed to BGSU and are excited to officially become Falcons in the Fall of 2020. Learn why they decided to call BGSU home.

  • A day in the life of a Starship robot

  • BGSU completion plan addresses COVID-19 impact and doubles down on student success

  • Statewide survey helps improve health care for Ohioans BGSU’s Kelly Balistreri, sociology, is active in collecting and analyzing Ohio health data to help state health agencies make informed decisions. As a member of the executive committee for the Ohio Medicaid Assessment Survey, she helps develop survey questions, plan the field work to ask the questions and analyze the collected data.

  • Thankful to be a Falcon T-Shirt Sale $5 from every Thankful to be a Falcon T-shirt sold will be donated to the Student Emergency Fund.

Updated: 07/10/2020 02:41PM