Campus Update Archive
1. Aesthetics of Chinese Kungfu Cinema
Date and Time: From 7-8:30 p.m. on Monday, March 18.
Location: BTSU 208
Learn more about the Chinese Culture and Language Club.
Description: The film “Shadow”, directed by world famous Chinese director Zhang Yimou, centers around a story about the intrigues of an ancient minister and his double. An orphan, named Shadow, has been secretly imprisoned since he was eight years old. After going through political chaos, he strives to find his identity and freedom. “Shadow” combines a spectacular choreography of martial arts, lavish Chinese aesthetics and an intriguing plot, which makes it one of the best Kung-fu films.
This event features an introduction to the Chinese Kung-fu genre by Dr. Min Yang of the BGSU Chinese Program.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: The Chinese Culture and Language Club
Contact: Min Yang, ymin@bgsu.edu
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2. BGSU Softball takes on Buffalo in a double header on Frozen Day
Date and Time: At 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 16.
Location: Meserve Field
Find out more on the BGSU Athletics website.
Description: Your Falcons take on the Bulls in a double header this Saturday with Game 1 starting at 1 p.m. and Game 2 at 3:30 p.m. Join us for Frozen Day! Admission is free for everyone, so come support your Falcons!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Athletics
Contact: Joshua Mosley, mosleyj@bgsu.edu
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3. Class Con 2024 this weekend
Date and Time: From noon to 7 p.m. on Friday, March 15.
Location: Jerome Library, Pallister Room. Join the Zoom Link if you are interested in attending virtually.
Learn more about PCSA.
Description: Join us for panels, roundtables and great discussions about class and culture at Class Con 2024: Approaching Academia. Please see our website for a detailed schedule of Friday and Saturday's events.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: PCSA
Contact: Haley Shipley, haleyes@bgsu.edu
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4. Don't miss the free Re Store blowout double event
Date and Time: From noon to 2 p.m. and from 4-6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27.
Location: Campus Re Store at the McDonald Hall Annex. Enter the east side glass sliding doors off College Avenue across from Life Sciences.
Learn more about Campus Sustainability.
Description: The BGSU Re Store will be open for two shopping sessions on Wednesday, March 27! Free admission and all items are free. Bring your own shopping bags. We have gently used and sometimes new items that are looking for new homes! Books, office supplies, toys/games, sporting goods, clothing, household items, decorations/artwork/crafts, electronics and much more. This is our last event of the season so don't miss it!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Campus Sustainability
Contact: Dr. Nick Hennessy, nickjh@bgsu.edu
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5. Eclipse Speakers Series: Eclipses and Astronomical Phenomena in Art History
Date and Time: From 7:30–8:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 14.
Location: The BGSU Planetarium (112 Physical Sciences Laboratory Building) and virtual.
Find out more on the BGSU Solar Eclipse website.
Description: Are you excited for the upcoming April 8 total Solar Eclipse? This week the eclipse speakers series continues with:
- Eclipses and Astronomical Phenomena in Art History presented by Dr. Andrew Hershberger and the School of Art
Eclipses and varied astronomical phenomena have inspired many artists over time, including painters, sculptors, photographers and architects. Deep connections exist between viewing eclipses and the visual arts, perhaps beginning with the camera obscura, an optical predecessor of all photographic and digital cameras. This presentation will explore related artworks by both representational and abstract artists.
Visit the Eclipse page on the BGSU website for more information.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Planetarium, Dept. of Physics and Astronomy, College of Arts and Sciences
Contact: Kate Dellenbusch, dellenk@bgsu.edu
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6. Educational Panel on Firearm Safety
Date and Time: From 6-7 p.m. on Thursday, March 14.
Location: BTSU 206
Find out more about Undergraduate Student Government.
Description: Hear from legal experts, BG Campus Police and university officials about current firearm laws in the State of Ohio and the measures BGSU takes for campus safety. Learn about firearm safety and resources for mental health from this educational panel.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Undergraduate Student Government
Contact: Emily Gerome, Egerome@bgsu.edu
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7. Food pantry - Pick up free food and produce by RCF-BG
Date and Time: From 5-6:30 p.m. on Friday, March 15.
Location: Redeemed Christian Church of God, Mount Zion, BG (BGSU Redeemed Christian Fellowship) Food Pantry. 980 W. Poe Road, Suite 7, Bowling Green
Learn more about the BGSU Redeemed Christian Fellowship.
Description: This is a food pantry initiative where everyone can come to stock up on free food and produce for the month. It is free. The food pantry is open the third Friday of every month.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Redeemed Christian Fellowship
Contact: Bankole Kumolu-Johnson, bkumolu@bgsu.edu, (419) 378-1613
RCCG/RCF-BG Admin, rccgbowlinggreen@gmail.com, (419) 973-2845
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8. Free class: Why We Need Socialism
Date and Time: From 5-6 p.m. on Friday, March 15.
Location: BGSU Jerome Library, Pallister Room (150A). Guest parking can be found in lot N right next to the Jerome Library or farther away in Lot 7 near the Student Union. You can also join virtually..
Check out the BG Socialists on Instagram.
Description: The Bowling Green Socialists are excited to partner with the Class Consciousness Conference to offer a free public class on what is socialism and why we need it in today's world. Join us for a discussion of what a socialist political economic system could look like in the US and how it would help us address issues of labor, poverty, war, environmental degradation, racial and gender inequality and criminal justice, among other topics.
View the full conference schedule here.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: The Bowling Green Socialists
Contact: Ben Thomason, thomaba@bgsu.edu
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9. Free electronics recycling drive
Date and Time: From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 6.
Location:
1. Slater Family Ice Arena parking lot (Lot 10)
2. Enter event from Mercer Rd.; exit event onto Stadium Drive
Learn more about Electronic Waste Recycling.
Description: Mark your calendars and clean out those garages, basements, closets and attics! This is your chance to recycle unwanted/outdated/broken electronics of all kinds in an environmentally friendly way through our partnership with AIM ECycling. What can be recycled? Anything with a cord or battery operated including computers and IT equipment, wires/cables/cords, speakers, radios, phones, AV equipment, video games, household appliances, power tools, batteries, fans and more. See the website above for details. Note: No tube TVs (we only take flat screens) or CRT screens.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Campus Sustainability
Contact: Dr. Nick Hennessy, nickjh@bgsu.edu
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10. In the Round: Traci Sorell (children’s book and YA writer)
Date and Time: From 5:30-7 p.m. on Friday, March 22.
Location: Olscamp 101
Visit the In the Round website to learn more about this and future events.
Description: In the Round is a guest speaker series featuring Native American Creatives welcomes Traci Sorell, author of multiple award-winning children’s and YA books, including Classified: The Secret Career of Mary Golda Ross, Cherokee Aerospace Engineer and We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga. Join us at 5:30 on Friday, March 22 in Olscamp 101 for Sorell’s campus talk, which will be followed by a book signing. Several of Sorell’s titles will be available for purchase. This event is free and open to the public.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU In the Round
Contact: Heidi Nees (hlnees@bgsu.edu and Jenn Stucker (jstuck@bgsu.edu)
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11. Librarian office hours (SCOER on the Go)
Date and Time: From 9-11 a.m. on Friday, March 15 and from 1-3 p.m. on Monday, March 18.
Location: 103 East Hall on Friday, Mauer Center - Schmeltz Atrium on Monday
Access the "For Your Publishing" page of the library's website here!
Description: During the Spring semester, librarians from the Scholarly Communication and Open Educational Resources (SCOER) team will offer office hours in various locations on campus. Faculty and students who have questions about ScholarWorks, open educational resources, copyright, open access or affordable learning are welcome to stop in.
Additional dates and locations will be posted on the library’s “For Your Publishing” page linked above.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: University Libraries
Contact: Eileen Bosch, ebosch@bgsu.edu
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12. Peru service learning trip
Date and Time: From Saturday, May 18 to Sunday, May 26.
Location: Lima, Peru
Registration/Organization Link: Please visit the link in our Instagram bio (@medlifebgsu) titled "BGSU SLT."
Description: MEDLIFE will be hosting an annual service learning trip (SLT) this spring. This is a great opportunity to travel and gain service hours. During the trip you will help low-income families access healthcare, support their community and also have a chance to participate in exciting excursions. This trip is open to all majors, you do not need medical experience to attend.
The final deadline to register is March 19.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: MEDLIFE
Contact: Kamille Smith, kamills@bgsu.edu
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13. Present your research/scholarly/creative work at the Annual Undergraduate Symposium for Research and Scholarship
Date and Time: From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 20.
Location: BTSU, Lenhart Grand Ballroom
Register your presentation.
Description: Registration for poster and oral presentations is now open for the annual Undergraduate Symposium for Research and Scholarship. Show off your work, practice your presentation skills and build your resume.
Deadline for presentation registration: March 22
Extensions can be given if arranged in advance by contacting CURS director, Dr. Cordula Mora at cmora@bgsu.edu.
Both poster and oral presentations by BGSU and NW Ohio undergraduate students from any field or discipline are welcomed. Prior or current CURS funding is not required for presenting at the symposium.
For any questions, please contact the CURS Director, Dr. Cordula Mora, at cmora@bgsu.edu.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (CURS)
Contact: Cordula Mora, cmora@bgsu.edu
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14. Softball hosts Buffalo for the home opener
Date and Time: At 3 p.m. on Friday, March 15.
Location: Meserve Field
Learn more at the BGSU Athletics website.
Description: Your Falcons host the Bulls for the Home Opener today at 3 p.m. at Meserve Field. Admission is free for everyone, so come support your Falcons.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Athletics
Contact: Joshua Mosley, Mosleyj@bgsu.edu
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15. SoS - Symposium on Sustainability - today
Date and Time: From 6:30-8 p.m. on Thursday, March 14.
Location: BTSU 201- Sky Bank Room
Undergraduate Student Government
Description: Join BGSU’s eco-conscious students, faculty and staff to cultivate ideas and design action plans to increase sustainability at BGSU. Organizations will be tabling to provide information about their efforts to promote sustainability at BGSU.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Undergraduate Student Government
Contact: Elyse Adrian, eadrian@bgsu.edu
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16. TEDxBGSU is one week away
Date and Time: From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 21.
Location: BTSU Grand Ballroom
Find out more about TEDxBGSU!
Description: This year's TEDxBGSU brings 20 inspiring talks to campus focused around five of the six design-thinking mindsets: Be Curious, Collaboration, Reframe, Take Action and Share Your Story. These 20 individuals promise to share their ideas worth spreading to the BGSU community and inspire a new generation of innovators and change makers to lead the public good.
TEDxBGSU 2024 is presented in special collaboration with the Geoffrey H. Radbill Center for College and Life Design and the Michael and Sara Kuhlin Hub for Career Design and Connections.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: Kendra Lutes (klutes@bgsu.edu) and Mikayla Russ (mruss@bgsu.edu)
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17. Tennis hosts Oakland
Date and Time: At 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 17.
Location: Perrysburg Tennis Center
Learn more at the BGSU Athletics website.
Description: Your Falcons take on the Golden Grizzlies this Sunday at 1 p.m. inside Perrysburg Tennis Center. Admission is free for everyone, so come support your Falcons.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Athletics
Contact: Joshua Mosley, mosleyj@bgsu.edu
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18. Tennis takes on Buffalo
Date and Time: At 1 p.m. on Friday, March 15.
Location: Perrysburg Tennis Center
Learn more at the BGSU Athletics website.
Description: Your Falcons host the Bulls at 1 p.m. tomorrow at Perrysburg Tennis Center. Admission is free for anyone, so come support your Falcons.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Athletics
Contact: Joshua Mosley, mosleyj@bgsu.edu
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19. “Dear Flower” Elsewhere Production opens Friday
Date and Time: From 8-9 p.m. on Friday, March 15 and Saturday, March 16.
Location: Eva Saint Marie Theater in the Wolfe Center for the Arts
Learn more about the event.
Description:
The tragic story of the Korean military comfort women in the Korean Madanggeuk style. It is the stories of those who forget the painful history, those who try to use it and those who try to remember it. To not repeat this tragedy, it must be remembered. “Dear Flower” is a tribute to all "flowers" bent by the violence of war and colonialism.
Directed and Translated by Jaehoon Kim.
Admission is free, no reservation required. Free parking for patrons of Wolfe Center events is available in Lot "N" off of Ridge Street in front of the Wolfe Center after 6 p.m. on weekdays (M-F) and weekends.
“Dear Flower” contains mature and sexual themes.
If you need more information or to request accommodations, please contact the BGSU Department of Theatre and Film at theatrefilm@bgsu.edu or 419-372-2222.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Department of Theatre and Film
Contact: Jaehoon Kim, kimjae@bgsu.edu
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20. Free women's comedy show
Date and Time: From 7-8:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 16.
Location: Education Building 115
Learn more about the Lady Parts Improv Group.
Description: A free comedy show featuring Lady Parts Comedy alumni members.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Lady Parts Improv Group
Contact: Vidya Niroula, bidyan@bgsu.edu
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21. Karaoke and board game night with VSA
Date and Time: From 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, March 23.
Location: Olscamp Hall 113
Learn more about VSA's karaoke and board game night!
Description: Sing your heart out and explore some of the coolest board games with the Vietnam Student Association team. We will have free snacks and cute souvenirs for sale, so bring a friend and enjoy this fun weekend activity!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Vietnam Student Association (VSA)
Contact: Minh Nguyen, minhqn@bgsu.edu
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22. Green paddycake giveaway
Date and Time: From 10 p.m. to midnight on Friday, March 15.
Location: ACT Campus House, 612 E Wooster Street Bowling Green, Ohio 43402
Learn more about Active Christians Today.
Description: Stop by and grab some free green pancakes to kick-off St. Patrick's Day weekend!
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Active Christians Today
Contact: Natalie Dignoti, nrhahn@bgsu.edu
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23. Social media influencers and political capture in India: A deep dive with Dr. Joyojeet Pal
Date and Time: From 2:30-3:30 p.m. on Friday, March 29.
Location: Virtual
Join the Zoom meeting.
Description: Join Dr. Joyojeet Pal, associate professor at University of Michigan as he delves into the influence of digital influencers on Indian politics, showcasing how they surpass traditional celebrities in shaping public opinion. Discover the implications for democratic discourse and accountability, with insights applicable to the evolving landscape of the 2024 US election campaign.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: School of Media and Communication Global Social Media Influencer Research Lab
Contact: Dr. Louisa Shu Ying Ha, louisah@bgsu.edu
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24. Trivia night
Date and Time: From 6-7 p.m. on Monday, March 18.
Location: BTSU 316
Learn more about the Social Justice Learning Community!
Description: Join the BGSU Finding Your Voice in Social Justice Learning Community in a trivia night full of prizes and fun. With five rounds of sex ed and reproductive health-themed trivia, you may just win a bag full of art supplies, robots, candy and more. This is a fun, judgment-free zone to laugh while talking about the importance of reproductive health.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation:
Finding Your Voice in Social Justice Learning Community
Contact: Thomas Edge, tjedge@bgsu.edu
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25. Waffles for sale downtown this Saturday
Date and Time: From 8-11 a.m. on Saturday, March 16.
Location: Next to Insomnia Cookies Downtown
Find out more about From Students, For Community.
Description: The POLS 4340 class will be selling waffles downtown in honor of St. Patrick's Day! All proceeds will go toward a grant awarding up to $2000 to a local nonprofit. Enjoy one waffle for $3 or two waffles for $5 with a variety of toppings.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: From Students, For Community
Contact: Agatha Hickerson, hagatha@bgsu.edu
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1. Online course featuring Breaking Bad offered this summer
Learn more about CCS Course Offerings.
Description: POPC 4600 101W 41514 Breaking Bad will be offered online during the first six-week session from May 13 to June 21. The course is an introduction to the study of genre texts via Breaking Bad. We will look at the show's popularity, its reflection of recent television trends (narrative complexity, anti-heroes and prestige television) and its juxtaposition of white masculinity with capitalism and violence. This course fulfills the College of Arts and Sciences Multidisciplinary Component (MDC) requirement.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Department of Popular Culture in the School of Cultural and Critical Studies
Contact: Dr. Becca Cragin, bcragin@bgsu.edu
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2. BGSU Shamrock Social tomorrow
Date and Time: From 6-9:30 p.m. on Friday, March 15.
Location: BTSU Quad
Find out more information about the BGSU Shamrock Social.
Description: Tonight let's put the green in Bowling Green and celebrate St. Patrick's Day together!
Join Falcons After Dark for a Shamrock Social where there will be giant games, inflatables, free BGSU St. Patrick's Day T-shirts and shamrock painting kits. Hang out with friends and meet new ones while enjoying free food including spinach and artichoke dip, soft pretzel bites with cheese, iced green tea, shamrock cookie decorating kits and more.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Student Engagement
Contact: Student Engagement, engage@bgsu.edu
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3. Chemistry Club St. Patrick's Day celebration
Date and Time: Starts at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 18.
Location: Overman Hall 132
Check out the BGSU Chemistry Club on Instagram!
Description: Join Chemistry Club on March 18 for a St. Patrick's Day celebration featuring the golden penny experiement. To participate, protective splash goggles (available for $3 cash in Overman 161 or Moseley 401) and proper lab attire/PPE (closed-toed shoes, full-length pants and tops) must be worn. Before the experiment, green punch and pizza will be served.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Chemistry Club
Contact: Brie Lewis, brilewi@bgsu.edu
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4. CWGE Feminist Karaoke
Date and Time: From 5-7 p.m. on Friday, March 15.
Location: Hayes Hall 203 (The CWGE Conference Room)
Learn more about the Center for Women and Gender Equity.
Description: The Center for Women and Gender Equity invites you to join us for a night of empowerment, celebration and fabulous vocal expressions at our Feminist Karaoke Night. Celebrate the strength, resilience and achievements of women in honor of Women’s History Month through the power of music. Sing along to anthems that amplify the voices of women and feminist icons. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Women and Gender Equity
Contact: Reagan Zehnder, reaganz@bgsu.edu
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5. Don't miss Falcon 2 Falcon next week
Date and Time:
- From 12-1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19.
- From 4-5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20.
- From 12-1 p.m. on Thursday, March 21.
Location:
- McLeod Hall 330 on Tuesday
- Psychology 102 on Wednesday
- McLeod Hall 330 on Thursday
[Learn more about the counseling center.]https://www.bgsu.edu/counseling-center.html)
Description: Struggling with your mental health? Trouble connecting to other peers? Need a safe space to vent? Falcon 2 Falcon is a peer-based group for BGSU students through the Garrett Lee Smith Suicide Prevention Grant.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Counseling Center
Contact: Chimdiogo Onyeani-Nwosu, chimdio@bgsu.edu
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6. Falcon Tuition Guarantee
Find out more about the Falcon Tuition Guarantee!
Description: Did you know your tuition as well as your room and meal plan charges are locked in for the four years at BGSU? The Falcon Tuition Guarantee takes the guesswork out of your college budget so you can focus on the important things, like your upcoming finals.
As you plan for the summer and fall semesters, we want you to keep in mind when your Falcon Tuition Guarantee expires and how you can find that information. Start by logging into your MyBGSU > Student Center > My Account to see when your guarantee expires.
Have questions? Contact the Office of the Bursar at 419-372-2851 or visit the website above for more information.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Office of the Bursar
Contact: Brian Martinez, mebrian@bgsu.edu
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7. Free dinner and bible study
Date and Time: Dinner from 6-7 p.m., Bible study from 7-8:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 14
Location: Campus House at 612 E Wooster St, Bowling Green, OH 43402
Learn more about Active Christians Today and Campus House.
Description: Come join us for a free home-cooked meal and good conversation followed by big group Bible study. All are welcome for dinner and Bible study and you are welcome to come to one or both.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Active Christians Today
Contact: Isabelle Greene, igreene@bgsu.edu
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8. Interested in joining the Transfer Student Association?
Date and Time: From 4-5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19.
Location: BTSU 407
Find out more about the Transfer Student Association.
Description: The Transfer Student Association (TSA) is holding its first meeting of the semester. Join us for an opportunity to share your experience and meet other transfer students. Meetings will be held monthly in BTSU 407.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Transfer Student Association (TSA)
Contact: Everett Weaver, weavpa@bgsu.edu
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9. Want higher wages? Attend the Advocating for Higher Wages Forum
Date and Time: At 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 21.
Location: Education Building 203
Register now!
Description: Hear from BGSU’s Chief Financial Officer about department budgets and participate in a discussion about advocating for higher wages as a student employee.
Registration is not required, however, the first 15 people to register will receive a free journal. Register using the link above. Snacks will be provided.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Undergraduate Student Government
Contact: Carly Hitchcock, hcarly@bgsu.edu
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10. Civic Trivia Night
Date and Time: At 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 14.
Location: BTSU Pub 1910
- Paid parking is available in the Union lot.
Description: Put your knowledge to the test at Civic Trivia Night in the Pub 1910. Win prizes, prep for the March 19 primary election and enjoy buy-one-get-one free appetizers. This popular event will allow participants to learn about the voting process, civic history and more in friendly competition against other teams. Ballot info, polling location directions and other elections resources will be available. Registration is not required, but participants are encouraged to come early to sign up.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: BGSU Votes
Contact: Heidi Gasser, gasserh@bgsu.edu
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11. It's almost time for "When You Move Out, Don't Throw It Out"! (WYMO)
Date and Time: From Tuesday, April 9 through Saturday, April 27.
Location: All residence hall lobbies, Greek Townhouses, BTSU lobby and BGSU Dining Markets
Learn more about Campus Sustainability.
Description: The WYMO program will have collection boxes in residence hall lobbies, Greek townhouses, the Union lobby and BGSU Dining markets for donations of non-perishable food, clothing, household items, school supplies, toiletries, bedding, rugs, cleaning supplies/laundry detergent, books and more starting Tuesday, April 9. Donate what you don't want, need or can't fit into your car when you move out for the year. Donations benefit the Falcon Food Pantry, Campus Re Store, Cocoon Shelter and a number of charities in need.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Campus Sustainability
Contact: Dr. Nick Hennessy, nickjh@bgsu.edu
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12. Silent disco party
Date and Time: From 7-9 p.m. on Friday, April 5.
Location: Union Oval (BTSU Multipurpose Room as indoor rain location)
Learn more about Alpha Phi Alpha.
Description: The silent disco party will have three separate music stations catering to all audiences.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Alpha Phi Alpha
Contact: Jayden Donald, djayden@bgsu.edu
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1. Online grad class offered this summer – ETHN 6820 Teaching Hard History
https://www.bgsu.edu/arts-and-sciences/cultural-and-critical-studies/ethnic-studies/graduate-certificate/courses.html
Description: This course will be offered online during the second six-week summer session, June 24 to August 2, and analyzes the modern debates over how to incorporate themes around race, gender and sexuality into the curriculum at all levels of teaching. Particular emphasis will be placed upon student demands for separate programs and departments in the 1960s and 1970s, the debates over multicultural education in the 1990s and current efforts to restrict teaching around questions of identity or systemic oppression. This class can be applied to the Ethnic Studies and Women’s Studies grad certificates, but is open to all graduate students who are interested in ethnic and gender studies.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Department of Ethinic Studies in the School of Cultural and Critical Studies
Contact: Dr. Thomas Edge, tjedge@bgsu.edu
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2. Graduate Student Ambassador applications due Friday, March 15
Date and Time: The application deadline is Friday, March 15.
Location: Online Application
Apply to be a Graduate Student Ambassador now!
Description: Apply to be a Graduate Student Ambassador and be a point of contact for incoming graduate students. Apply using the link above. The application deadline is Friday, March 15.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Graduate Enrollment
Contact: Jennifer Sayre, sayrej@bgsu.edu
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1. Celebrate Neurodivergent Individuals in Higher Education
Date and Time: From 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 18, 2024
Location: Olscamp Hall 106 or Virtual via Zoom (register for link).
- Faculty and staff parking for Olscamp Hall 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 workshop.
Description: Join the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) for their upcoming hybrid workshop, “Celebrate Neurodivergent Individuals in Higher Education: Classroom Strategies and Best Practices,” led by CFE Faculty Associates, Dr. Siva priya Santhanam, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, and Dr. Victoria VanUitert, Ph.D. In this follow-up on fall’s workshop on neurodiversity, you will delve into a discussion on creating inclusive learning environments for neurodivergent students and faculty and gain practical tools to foster an environment where neurodivergent individuals thrive.
To learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events, visit the Workshop & Event Catalog page of the CFE Website.
CFE workshops are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members. Registration closes one business day before the event.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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2. Classified Staff Council scholarship
Date and Time: From March 15 to March 31.
Location: Virtual
Apply for the scholarship!
Description: BGSU's Classified Staff Council is accepting scholarship applications for the 2024-2025 academic year.
This scholarship is given annually to selected current classified staff employees and/or their spouse or dependent(s) who are currently enrolled at BGSU and have a minimum 2.5 grade point average. Applicants must be an undergraduate or graduate in a degree-seeking program (either full-time or part-time) that has at least one semester of coursework remaining at BGSU prior to graduation. Applicants must have completed 12 credit hours at BGSU.
The deadline to apply for CSC's Scholarship is Sunday, March 31. All applicants will be notified of the final decision.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Classified Staff Council
Contact: Classified Staff Council, csc@bgsu.edu
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3. Create culturally & socially responsible assessments
Date and Time: From 10:30 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, March 27.
Location: Olscamp Hall 106
- Faculty and staff parking for Olscamp Hall 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 workshop.
Description: Do you want to know how students from multicultural backgrounds experience assessment? Would you like to learn how to adapt assignments to be more socially and culturally responsible and to engage students? Join the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) for their upcoming workshop, “Creating Culturally and Socially Responsible Assessments,” led by CFE Faculty Associate and Assistant Professor, Dr. Audrey Conway Roberts.
To learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events, visit the Workshop & Event Catalog page of the CFE Website.
CFE workshops are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students and administrative and classified staff members. Registration closes one business day before the event.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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4. Curious about service learning?
Date and Time: From 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Monday, March 18.
Location: Olscamp Hall 106 or Virtual via Zoom (register for link).
- Faculty and staff parking for Olscamp Hall 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 workshop.
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 for the workshop, “What is Service Learning?”. Facilitated by Hoang Do, Assistant Director of the Marvin Center, this workshop will explore service learning’s core principles and the benefits for both educators and students.
To learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events, visit the Workshop & Event Catalog page of the CFE Website.
All BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students, administrative and classified staff members are welcomed and encouraged to attend these sessions.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence and C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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5. Learn to navigate the challenges of service learning
Date and Time: From 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2.
Location: Online via Zoom (register for link)
Register for the panel.
Description: Join the Center for Faculty Excellence and the C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement for their panel discussion, “Navigating Service Learning Challenges: A Teaching Community Panel”. This engaging panel of experienced colleagues and peers within BGSU’s teaching community will share their experiences, insights and strategies for incorporating service learning into the curriculum and for fostering reciprocal relationships with community partners.
To learn more about this panel discussion and other upcoming CFE events, visit the Workshop & Event Catalog page of the CFE Website.
All BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students, administrative and classified staff members are welcomed and encouraged to attend.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence and C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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6. Learn about the BGP assessment process
Date and Time: From 11:00 a.m.to noon on Wednesday, April 10 and from 3-4 p.m. on Thursday, April 18.
Location: Virtual (please register for Zoom link)
Register for this workshop.
Description: Are you teaching a Bowling Green Perspective (BGP) course? Do you have questions about the BGP assessment process? Join this virtual workshop, hosted by the Center for Faculty Excellence and the Office of Academic Assessment, to review the BGP learning outcomes assessment process and discuss best practices and lessons learned from the general education assessment process. Facilitated by Dr. Jessica Turos, the Associate Director of Academic Assessment, this workshop will walk you through all the steps to submit BGP assessment data via Canvas.
To learn more about this workshop and other upcoming CFE events, visit the Workshop & Event Catalog page of the CFE Website.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence and the Office of Academic Assessment
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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7. The CFE is now accepting applications for Faculty Associates
Date and Time: The application deadline is 5 p.m. on Friday, April 12.
Learn more about being a Faculty Associate!
Description: The Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 Faculty Associate Program. Faculty Associates support the work of the CFE by designing and facilitating learning experiences and providing insight on CFE programming and projects. This position is open to full-time faculty and adjunct faculty at BGSU. The CFE is offering a total of six Faculty Associate positions next year, including a generative AI Faculty Associate Position being offered in collaboration with the Office of the Provost and a Graduate College Faculty Associate position offered in collaboration with the Graduate College. Faculty Associates who successfully meet the program requirements receive $5,000 for one academic year of service. Visit the website linked above for more information and application materials. The deadline for applications is 5 p.m. on Friday, April 12.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE)
Contact: Sally Thelen, cfe@bgsu.edu
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8. Web clock outage March 15-18
Date and Time: From 5 p.m. Friday, March 15 to 6 a.m. Monday, March 18.
Description: The MyBGSU web clock tool used by Dining Services and BGSU student employees to report time will be unavailable during the CSS/FMS/HCM PeopleSoft upgrade from 5 p.m. on Friday, March 15 through no later than 6 a.m. on Monday, March 18. Supervisors should work with scheduled employees to determine how to best handle the outage for their department. Supervisors are also advised to carefully review and verify all times reported during this outage when approving time for this period.
Please share this with any employee who uses the web clock application scheduled to work on campus during this time.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: ITS
Contact: Please direct any questions to Information Technology Services (ITS) via chat or call 419-372-0999.
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1. Soda Floats and Book Quotes: Putsata Reang book discussion
Date and Time: From 2:30-4 p.m. on Thursday, March 21.
Location: 163 North Building
Description: Author of 'Ma and Me', Putsata Reang, wrote in her 2016 article for the New York Times, "There's always hope, even if it's just a little." Hope is a salient theme that permeates her memoir, 'Ma and Me.' In this drop-in book discussion, engage with other readers, at your convenience, over various themes of the book. Soda floats will be available for participants.
Sponsoring Organization/University Affiliation: Student Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion
Contact: Email fireactivities@bgsu.edu with any questions.
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