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- "The Ripple Effect is Wild" with James Spooner
- Hear about global, international and intercultural topics
- Become a poll worker in Huron County
- Learn more about the BGSU Crisis Response Team
- Expanding Boundaries Speakers Series (Family Activity Session) - Stellar Scientists: Celebrating Women Who Reached for the Stars
- Le Cercle français at BGSU
- Planetarium Show: Natural Selection
- Planetarium Show: Oasis in Space
- TEDxBGSU: Democracy for the Public Good Kick-Off
- Transform yourself by studying abroad in the South of France
- Get ready for BGSU Volleyball action this weekend
- Hear about global/international/intercultural topics
- Important changes to MyBGSU Employee pages coming soon
- Volunteer for the annual Falcon BEST Robotics Competition
- Women's Soccer is back on home turf Saturday
- Campus Sustainability Month Event Raffle
Students
- Virtual focus group for Health and Human Services students of color
- Thursday late nights
- The Plastic Shatners free Improv Comedy Show
- Find a career in student affairs
- Serve as a poll worker for the upcoming Presidential Election
- Bike ride in honor of Campus Sustainability Month
- Free dinner and Bible study
- Doctor of Physical Therapy open house
- Calling all transfer students
Graduate Students
- Learn how to clean and prepare data in Stata for quantitative analysis
Faculty/Staff
- Achieve your writing and productivity goals
- Classroom/lab software request deadline for Spring 2025
- Feeling drained by departmental drama? Join the NCFDD session
- Have you switched to the new BGSU fax service (RightFax)?
- Learn how to navigate the revise and resubmit process
- Learn how to register your textbooks in Verba
- Learn more about the Student of Concern Reporting Process
- Transform your teaching with service-learning
- Want to learn how to use AI tools to integrate service-learning into your curriculum?
1. "The Ripple Effect is Wild" with James Spooner
Date and Time: At 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 3.
Location: Wolfe Center for the Arts, Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre
Learn more about The Arts at BGSU!
Description: Come to the Creative Minds Series with James Spooner, graphic novelist, filmmaker and tattoo artist. Spooner will present “The Ripple Effect is Wild: How small projects can have huge unexpected impacts” at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 3 in the Donnell Theatre, Wolfe Center for the Arts. Spooner is the award-winning graphic novelist of "The High Desert." He directed the seminal documentary Afro-Punk and also co-founded the AfroPunk Festival. The first 100 attendees will receive a copy of his novel, "The High Desert". Spooner will be available for book signings in the Wolfe Center Lobby immediately following the onstage presentation.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: The Arts at BGSU
Contact: Sue Sweeney, sweenes@bgsu.edu
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2. Hear about global, international and intercultural topics
Date and Time: From 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesay, Oct. 16.
Location: BTSU Multipurpose Room
Learn more about the Embracing Global Engagement Undergraduate Conference!
Description: Ever wanted to go abroad or study a global, international or intercultural topic?
The Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (CURS) invites everyone to hear presentations by students, faculty members and staff on global, international and intercultural issues. Faculty members are cordially invited to send or bring their classes for extra credit.
Keynote Presentation by Dr Brigid Burke, Professor of Education and World Language Education Coordinator at BGSU: "Two Suitcases and A Backpack: The Long-Lasting Impact of Study Abroad."
Contact the CURS director, Dr. Cordula Mora, at cmora@bgsu.edu, with any questions.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (CURS)
Contact: Cordula Mora, cmora@bgsu.edu
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3. Become a poll worker in Huron County
Date and Time: ASAP
Location: Please contact the Marvin Center for information regarding locations.
Learn more about the poll worker program!
Description: As the upcoming presidential election approaches, get involved with our nation’s more important democratic process. If you’re registered to vote in Huron County you have the chance to take part in an excellent civic engagement opportunity. For more information sign up using the poll worker program interest form!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: The Marvin Center, themarvincenter@bgsu.edu
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4. Learn more about the BGSU Crisis Response Team
Date and Time: From 5-10 p.m. on Monday-Friday and from noon to 7 p.m. on Saturdays.
Location: BGSU Main Campus
Learn more about the Crisis Response Team!
Description: The BGSU Crisis Response Team is designed to provide BGSU students with timely mental health crisis services after Counseling Center business hours such as providing support, assessing for risk and getting students connected to the best resources for them. In collaboration with BGSU Campus Police, the Office of the Dean of Students and the College of Health and Human Services, the BGSU Crisis Response Team exists due to the continued commitment to reduce barriers to meet the mental health needs of our BGSU students.
Check out our website for more information about the Crisis Response Team's hours, process and how to access them.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Counseling Center
Contact: Emily Shrider, shrider@bgsu.edu
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5. Expanding Boundaries Speakers Series (Family Activity Session) - Stellar Scientists: Celebrating Women Who Reached for the Stars
Date and Time: From 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 3.
Location: BGSU Planetarium (112 Physical Sciences Laboratory Building)
Learn more about the BGSU Planetarium!
Description: Families, come and learn about trailblazing scientists in astronomy and other space-related fields with WBGU-PBS. You’ll receive a packet of learning activities, including a puzzle, STEM kit and book celebrating a female scientist (while supplies last). Session presented by Kelly Pheneger and Laural Kirchner from WBGU-PBS.
This session is free and open to the public.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Planetarium and the Department of Physics and Astronomy
Contact: Kate Dellenbusch, dellenk@bgsu.edu
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6. Le Cercle français at BGSU
Date and Time: From 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 3.
Location: Shatzel 101
Learn more about French at BGSU.
Description: Drop in to join us for a chat in French outside of the classroom. Le Cercle français is an informal conversation hour in French from 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Thursdays in Shatzel 101. François Landreau, our exchange student from Montpellier, will be on hand to explore French culture with you including pop culture, fashion, student life and more! All levels of French are welcome.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Department of World Languages and Cultures
Contact: François Landreau, flandre@bgsu.edu or Dr. Beatrice Guenther, bguenth@bgsu.edu
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7. Planetarium Show: Natural Selection
Date and Time: From 7:30-8:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 6.
Location: BGSU Planetarium (112 Physical Sciences Laboratory Building)
Learn more about the BGSU Planetarium!
Description: Join Charles Darwin on his voyage to the Galapagos where he developed the theory of evolution by natural selection. Hear Darwin explain it and see the sights and species that led him to his discovery.
A $2 donation is suggested for all planetarium shows.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Planetarium and the Department of Physics and Astronomy
Contact: Kate Dellenbusch, dellenk@bgsu.edu
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8. Planetarium Show: Oasis in Space
Date and Time: From 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 3 and from 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 6.
Location: BGSU Planetarium (112 Physical Sciences Laboratory Building)
Learn more about the BGSU Planetarium.
Description: Earth’s water makes it an oasis for life. Discover how water came from space and tour other worlds in the Solar System where water has boiled away or has frozen as ice.
A $2 donation is suggested for all planetarium shows.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Planetarium and the Deptartment of Physics and Astronomy
Contact: Kate Dellenbusch, dellenk@bgsu.edu
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9. TEDxBGSU: Democracy for the Public Good Kick-Off
Date and Time: From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9.
Location: The Union Oval
Learn more about this TEDxBGSU event!
Description: The Kick-Off Celebration for TEDxBGSU: Democracy for the Public Good starts Oct. 9! Join BGSU Votes and the Marvin Center at the oval for photo opportunities at the BGSU Letters, giveaways and more! Plus, participate in a mock election to select the movie that will be screened later that evening!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: The Marvin Center, marvincenter@bgsu.edu
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10. Transform yourself by studying abroad in the South of France
Date and Time: From 3:30-4:30 on Thursday, Oct. 3.
Location: Shatzel 101
Learn more about this study abroad opportunity!
Description: Join us on Thursday, Oct. 3 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Shatzel 101 for an info session on studying abroad in Montpellier, France. Find out about your different options and learn how to find scholarships to fund your way. French majors and minors, be sure to ask about our scholarships in the French program. Questions? Contact Prof Beatrice Guenther at bguenth@bgsu.edu.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Department of World Languages and Cultures
Contact: Beatrice Guenther, bguenth@bgsu.edu
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11. Get ready for BGSU Volleyball action this weekend
Date and Time: From 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 4 and from 4-6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5.
Location: Stroh Center
Get your tickets!
Description: Get ready for a thrilling weekend of BGSU Volleyball as we take on Western Michigan at home! Friday is Community Night—come show your Falcon pride and Saturday is Kids Day, packed with fun for the whole family. Two games, two chances to cheer loud and proud! Don’t miss out!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Athletics Marketing
Contact: Taylor Jefferson, tjeffer@bgsu.edu
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12. Hear about global/international/intercultural topics
Date and Time: From 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16.
Location: Multipurpose Room (Room 228) in the Bowen-Thompson Student Union
Learn more about the Embracing Global Engagement Conference.
Description: Ever wanted to go abroad or study a global, international or intercultural topic?
The Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (CURS) invites everyone to hear presentations by students, faculty members and staff on global, international and intercultural issues. Faculty members are cordially invited to send or bring their classes for extra credit.
Keynote Presentation by Dr Brigid Burke, Professor of Education and World Language Education Coordinator at BGSU: "Two Suitcases and A Backpack: The Long-Lasting Impact of Study Abroad."
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (CURS)
Contact: Cordula Mora, cmora@bgsu.edu
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13. Important changes to MyBGSU Employee pages coming soon
Description:Information Technology Services (ITS) is working on design changes to the MyBGSU Employee pages that will enhance the user experience by providing user-friendly access from most devices.
These changes will be implemented across several pages, including the main Employee, Faculty and Advising pages. Employees will notice the new changes on their MyBGSU Employee page as well as other pages located within HCM. Students will not see any changes at this time unless they also have an Employee affiliation.
Employees can look forward to seeing quick view cards, like the current Student Center, which provides easy access to all available details associated with the specific tile/topic.
More information will be shared in the near future including a final date for changes.
Questions? Contact ITS via chat or call 419-372-0999.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: ITS
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14. Volunteer for the annual Falcon BEST Robotics Competition
Date and Time: From 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2.
Location: BGSU Main Campus, various locations
Register to volunteer!
Description: Volunteer for the annual Falcon BEST Robotics Competition and earn volunteer hours!
Bowling Green State University hosts the only BEST (Boosting Engineering, Science and Technology) robotics competition in Ohio, Indiana and Michigan. Over the course of nine weeks, high school student-led teams design a remote-controlled robot and ultimately compete against one another at Falcon BEST. Teams are also judged on their marketing presentation, project engineering notebook, team entrepreneurship interview, robot modeling and video and website design.
We need your help! Robotics expertise not required. Volunteers receive a complimentary lunch and free t-shirt. Full day or session time slots are available.
Mentor and judge volunteer opportunities include:
- General Volunteer
- Game Referees
- Marketing Judge
- Entrepreneurship: Exhibit amd Interview
- Virtual Judge (Critical Design Review, Video, Website, T-Shirt and Notebook) equivalent to 16 hours
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering and BGSU Summer Academic Youth Programs
Contact: Paula Mlinar, pmlinar@bgsu.edu
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15. Women's Soccer is back on home turf Saturday
Date and Time: At 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5.
Location: Cochrane Stadium
Learn more about the BGSU Women's Soccor team!
Description: On Saturday, Oct. 5, the BGSU Women's Soccer will host conference rival Northern Illinois University at Cochrane Stadium! The game will begin at 1 p.m. Admission will be free for everyone.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Athletics Marketing
Contact: Taylor Jefferson, tjeffer@bgsu.edu
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16. Campus Sustainability Month Event Raffle
Date and Time: All of October
Location: Various Locations
Learn more about Campus Sustainability Month!
Description: October is upon us and that means it's officially Campus Sustainability Month! We have a variety of events planned this month including service projects, a bike ride, film screening, ReStore event and a renowned author coming to give a guest seminar. Check out all of our events on our website. Also, every event you attend or volunteer for gives you an additional raffle entry for one of our prizes; new Apple Airpods and yoga mats. Together, we sustain BGSU! Please email us with any questions.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Campus Sustainability
Contact: Zachary Hayes, greenbg@bgsu.edu
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1. Virtual focus group for Health and Human Services students of color
Date and Time: From 2:30-3:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 14.
Location: Virtual
Sign up for this focus group!
Description: We invite students of color enrolled in our Health and Human Services (HHS) programs at BGSU to participate in a focus group that aims to gain a clearer understanding of the challenges and opportunities in core science courses and within our HHS majors. The focus group interview will provide valuable insights that will help inform our efforts to create a more inclusive learning environment for all students. We assure you that all data collected as part of this study will remain confidential. You will receive a $25 Amazon gift card as an incentive for participating in the focus group.
When ready, please use the link above to indicate interest in participating and to provide consent to participate. We kindly ask you to review the consent form closely and contact us if you have any questions or concerns.
Please direct any questions to Jason Whitfield at jawhitf@bgsu.edu.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: College of Health and Human Services
Contact: Jason Whitfield, jawhitf@bgsu.edu
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2. Thursday late nights
Date and Time: From 5-7 p.m. on Thursdays.
Location: Hayes Hall 280
Learn more about the BGSU Center for Women and Gender Equity.
Description: This fall the CWGE is extending our Thursday night hours to create a space where students can study, chat with friends, ask about resources or even just do an activity!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Center for Women and Gender Equity
Contact: Tatiana Zeadker, tzeadke@bgsu.edu
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3. The Plastic Shatners free Improv Comedy Show
Date and Time: From 7-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 4.
Location: Education Building 115
Learn more about the Plastic Shatners!
Description: The Plastic Shatners have been bringing Improv Comedy Shows to BGSU's campus for 25 years! All shows are inspired by audience suggestions and occur bi-weekly.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: The Plastic Shatners
Contact: Carson Snyder, ctsnyde@bgsu.edu
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4. Find a career in student affairs
Date and Time: From 7:30-8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22, Nov. 5, Nov. 19 and Dec. 3.
Location: Education 205
Learn more about career opportunities in student affairs.
Description: We are a student organization for undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a career in student affairs. What exactly is a career in student affairs? Think about all of the people at BGSU that support you outside of the classroom, like advisors, hall directors, employees of the student engagement office or the leadership office and more. During the meetings we talk about the graduate school process, networking opportunities, professional development, relevant organizations and the experiences of guest speakers who are already in the field. If you think this could be a career path for you or would like to learn more you can email Jordan Garner at garner@bgsu.edu with any questions! In the next meeting, Adam Smith from the Marvin Center will be sharing his story and experiences in the field. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Aspiring Student Affairs Professionals
Contact: Jordan Garner, jgarner@bgsu.edu
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5. Serve as a poll worker for the upcoming Presidential Election
Date and Time: From 5:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5. Training times may vary and will be provided by the Board of Elections.
Location: Wood County Board of Elections at 1 Court House Square
- Training and polling locations may vary and will be provided by the Board of Elections after the interest form is completed.
Fill out the poll worker interest form!
Description: The BGSU Poll Worker program empowers students to participate in the democratic process by serving as a poll worker. By serving in this role, you will assist with the in-person voting process in the upcoming presidential election. Poll worker tasks include assisting voters, maintaining voting equipment, enforcing election laws and managing polling place operations. Serving as a poll worker provides participants a unique opportunity to support democracy, build valuable skills and network with others. To begin your journey as a poll worker, fill out the Poll Worker interest form on BGSU Serves. After completing the interest form, the local Board of Elections will contact you to discuss the poll worker training process.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Poll Worker Program
Contact: Adam Smith, adasmit@bgsu.edu, Abby Burger, aburge@bgsu.edu, Ava Evers aeevers@bgsu.edu
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6. Bike ride in honor of Campus Sustainability Month
Date and Time: From 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 13.
Location: Starting location is 503 E Reed St.
RSVP to go on the bike ride!
Description: Bring your bike and meet us for a Sunday bike ride in honor of Campus Sustainability Month. We'll enjoy the fresh fall air together as we explore the Slippery Elm Trail, appreciating the natural beauty that Bowling Green and beyond has to offer! Visit our link to RSVP today as we have a size limit for the ride. You must supply your own bike! Email us with any questions at greenbg@bgsu.edu.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of Campus Sustainability
Contact: Zachary Hayes, greenbg@bgsu.edu
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7. Free dinner and Bible study
Date and Time: Dinner from 6-7 p.m. and Bible study from 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3.
Location: 612 E Wooster St.
Learn more about the Active Christians Today!
Description: Join us for a tasty home cooked meal and fruitful conversation! All are welcome no matter where they may be in their faith journey. Come for dinner or just Bible study or both! We understand having a busy schedule so we would love to have you even if you can’t stay long.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Active Christians Today
Contact: Isabelle Greene, igreene@bgsu.edu
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8. Doctor of Physical Therapy open house
Date and Time: From 1:30-3:30 p.m. on Oct. 14.
Location: Olscamp Hall 1
Register for the open house!
Description: Come join us for an on-site open house at 2 p.m. on Oct. 14. Get to observe a live lab immersion experience, meet current students and ask them questions and meet with faculty. Learn more about our admissions processes!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Contact: Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, dpt-admissions@bgsu.edu
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9. Calling all transfer students
Date and Time: From 2-3 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 4.
Location: BTSU 407. The conference room across from the Office of Orientation and Transitions.
Learn more about the Transfer Student Association.
Description: Calling all transfer students! The Transfer Student Association is having our first meeting of the semester at 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 4 in BTSU 407! Come and network with fellow transfer students, enjoy some games and learn about our upcoming events of the semester!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Transfer Student Association
Contact: Everett Weaver, weavepa@bgsu.edu
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1. Learn how to clean and prepare data in Stata for quantitative analysis
Date and Time: From 10-11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 21.
Location: Online via Zoom
Register for this session!
Description: In the second session of the Quantitative Data Analysis and Visualization Series, “Cleaning and Preparing Data in Stata for Quantitative Analysis,” hosted by the Center for Faculty Excellence and facilitated by The Center for Faculty Excellence and the Center for Family Demographic Research, you’ll discover how to efficiently clean and prepare data in Stata. You'll learn key commands for error checking, recoding variables and data merging and gain insights into ensuring your data is ready for future analyses.
Learn more about this session.
Advance registration is required. Registration closes one business day before the event.
CFE workshops and events are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and Center for Family Demographic Research
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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1. Achieve your writing and productivity goals
Date and Time: From 1-3 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct.16.
Location: Jerome Library Collab Lab
Faculty and staff parking is available in Lot N. Commuter student parking is available in Lot 1 or 16. Paid parking is available at the front of Lot N near Jerome Library.
Register for this session!
Description: Join the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and University Libraries for “Wriet On-Site,” a two-hour working session at the Jerome Library Collab Lab focused on enhancing productivity in writing, research or creative projects. Participants will set specific goals, engage in an hour of focused work and connect with colleagues to foster support and accountability. The session will conclude with a wrap-up activity and resources to help maintain productivity beyond the session.
Learn more about this session and other CFE sessions.
Advance registration is required for all CFE events. Registration closes one business day before the event. CFE workshops and events are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members, unless noted otherwise.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and University Libraries
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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2. Classroom/lab software request deadline for Spring 2025
Description: The deadline for submitting software requests (for classrooms/computer labs/mobile device carts, etc.) for the Spring 2025 semester is Oct. 25. This includes cloud-based software, desktop-based software and mobile apps. All software submission requests (including Canvas LTI integrations) are subject to the university’s software review process, which checks that the software meets accessibility, legal and IT security standards with which BGSU must comply. Software not previously approved by the University can take a minimum of 45 days to be routed through the approval process.
Submit a Lab/Classroom Software Install Request to request software installation.
Submissions received after the deadline will be handled in the order received and will not be available for the start of the session/semester.
Questions? Contact ITS at 419-372-0999 or ITSchat.bgsu.edu.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: ITS
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3. Feeling drained by departmental drama? Join the NCFDD session
Date and Time: From 2-3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10.
Location: Virtual
Learn more about NCFDD!
Description: Do you often feel drained by departmental drama? Learn to navigate those academic squabbles like a boss. The NCFDD’s webinar, “How to Engage in Healthy Conflict” will teach you to tame the drama and thrive in the academy. Learn the essentials of conflict management, know when to push back or pull back and get clear on power dynamics. Register for this webinar by logging into your BGSU-sponsored NCFDD account and visiting the Events tab.
All BGSU faculty, staff, graduate students and postdoctoral scholars have access to NCFDD, which provides professional development, training and mentoring activities.
Learn more information on accessing your BGSU-sponsored membership.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE)
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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4. Have you switched to the new BGSU fax service (RightFax)?
Description: RightFax has replaced the old BGSU fax server (faxing directly from email). With the new service, users fax from a web application called FaxUtil. The old fax server will be decommissioned on Oct. 4, after which users will no longer be able to successfully send faxes using this method. If you are still using the old server and wish to maintain fax services, you must request a RightFax account by submitting a BGSU Fax Account Add/Change/Remove form.
Questions? Contact ITS at 419-372-0999 or chat online.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: ITS
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5. Learn how to navigate the revise and resubmit process
Date and Time: From 2-3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 22.
Location: Virtual
Learn more about NCFDD.
Description: Receiving a “revise and resubmit” from an academic journal can be exciting… yet daunting. In the NCFDD webinar, “How to Effectively and Efficiently Revise and Resubmit Your Manuscript,” you will learn how to effectively and efficiently approach the revision and resubmission process. You will develop your own system to manage overwhelm, organize reviewers’ feedback, strengthen your manuscript for resubmission and write a compelling letter to the editor/reviewers. Register for this webinar by logging into your BGSU-sponsored NCFDD account and visiting the Events tab.
All BGSU faculty, staff, graduate students and postdoctoral scholars have access to NCFDD, which provides professional development, training and mentoring activities.
Get more information on accessing your BGSU-sponsored membership.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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6. Learn how to register your textbooks in Verba
Date and Time: From 10-11 a.m. on Friday, Oct.11.
Location: Online via Zoom
Register for this session!
Description: Ensure your students have the right materials at the best prices by learning how to register textbooks and course materials in Verba, BGSU’s textbook reporting system. The “Verba Registration Training” hosted by the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and facilitated by the University Libraries will guide you through the registration process, offer time for hands-on practice and help you prepare for the next semester efficiently. This training is not recommended for Verba department reviewers, as the session will cover a different Verba view and functions.
Learn more about this session and other CFE sessions.
Advance registration is required for all CFE events. Registration closes one business day before the event. CFE workshops and events are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members, unless noted otherwise.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and University Libraries
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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7. Learn more about the Student of Concern Reporting Process
Date and Time: From 10:30-11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 21.
Location: Online via Zoom
Register for this session!
Description: Join the “Student of Concern Reporting Process” demonstration to learn how BGSU supports student well-being through the Student of Concern Report tool. This session will guide you in defining the report's purpose, identifying when to submit it and mastering the writing and submission process. Discover what happens after a report is submitted and gain skills to communicate effectively with students throughout the process.
Learn more about this session and other CFE sessions.
Advance registration is required for all CFE events. Registration closes one business day before the event. CFE workshops and events are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members, unless noted otherwise.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE), Office of Health and Wellness, Office of the Dean of Students
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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8. Transform your teaching with service-learning
Date and Time: From 2:30-3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22.
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Register for this session!
Description: Want to learn more about service-learning and how you can use it to enrich your courses and contribute to your students’ holistic development? Join the Center for Faculty Excellence and the C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement “What is Service-Learning?”. Facilitated by Hoang Do, Assistant Director of the Marvin Center, this session will explore service-learning’s core principles and the benefits for both educators and students.
Learn more about this session and other CFE sessions.
Advance registration is required for all CFE events. Registration closes one business day before the event. CFE workshops and events are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members, unless noted otherwise.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: cfe@bgsu.edu
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9. Want to learn how to use AI tools to integrate service-learning into your curriculum?
Date and Time: From 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16.
Location: Online via Zoom
Register for this session!
Description: Join the interactive 1-hour online workshop, “Utilizing AI to Integrate Service-Learning into Your Curriculum,” facilitated by C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement to discover how AI can be leveraged to streamline and enhance service-learning experiences in your curriculum. During this session, you will explore strategies to effectively implement service-learning projects while addressing common barriers such as time and resource constraints. You'll leave with a deeper understanding of service-learning and practical AI tools to enrich your teaching.
Learn more about this session and other CFE sessions.
Advance registration is required for all CFE events. Registration closes one business day before the event. CFE workshops and events are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members, unless noted otherwise.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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