The Rogers Report November 2018

Winter has come early to northwest Ohio and, with it, the excitement of the approaching holidays and end-of-semester exams. Some of our students will be graduating in December, and we are eager to see how they make their way in the world as Falcon alumni. For others, the new year will bring a brand-new BGSU opportunity: Winter Session, a chance to do a short-term study abroad, catch up with that extra math class or get ahead with other courses.

On Tuesday, I am excited to hop on the line to talk with our alumni, friends and supporters about the direction of BGSU, and I look forward to taking live questions. If you don't receive a call from us, you can dial in at 866-478-3358. You can also participate on Twitter by submitting your question using #BGSUIsCalling.

Enjoy some of my favorite stories and highlights from this past month!

Regards,

Rodney K. Rogers, Ph.D. '81
President
Bowling Green State University

Take a step back into the William T. Jerome Library

The Jerome Library is the academic heart of Bowling Green State University. For our alumni, I am sure you have memories as a student studying for finals, spending hours on research or working with your peers on group projects. Our libraries continue to evolve and meet the educational needs of our faculty and staff. I wanted to take you through and highlight exactly what I mean. I even had a chance to check out some books that are on my reading list.

Explore the William T. Jerome Library with me →

2018 State of the University Address set for Wednesday, December 5

On Wednesday, I will deliver my first State of the University Address at 1:30 p.m. I hope you join me as we chart our path forward. We have so much to be proud of, and I know if we continue to work together, the best days are yet to come for Bowling Green State University. If you are unable to make it, the address will be streamed on BGSU.edu.

Check out the SOTU event details →

Prominent BGSU Alumna Brenda Hollis earns top honor for career in international law

Congratulations to alumna Brenda Hollis '68, the 2018 recipient of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities' (AASCU) Distinguished Alumnus Award. Dr. Hollis, an international criminal prosecutor and human rights expert, was selected to receive this award as a result of the significant impact and acclaim she has had in the legal field. Her service in the U.S. Air Force and as lead prosecutor in several international war crime cases have shaped the global political stage. Dr. Hollis is a model of dedication to creating public good and changing lives for the world.

More on Dr. Hollis's career and the AASCU Distinguished Alumnus recognition. →

Scot Loeffler named head coach of BGSU Football

This week, we announced Scot Loeffler as our next head football coach. BGSU works to build an intercollegiate athletics program that enhances our university's national reputation, enriches our learning community and supports our student-athletes. We have high expectations for our team both on and off the field. I am confident that Scot shares our commitment to fostering a winning program and winning the right way. With experience at the NCAA and NFL levels, Scot is a proven coach and leader. This past season he served as deputy head coach and offensive coordinator at Boston College. Scot is a native of Ohio and his wife, Amie, is a two-time BGSU alumna. I am already looking forward to our season opener on August 29. I know our students, faculty, staff, alumni and fans will be ready to cheer on the Falcons to victory. Ay Ziggy Zoomba!

Learn more about our head football coach announcement →

Princeton Review names BGSU a 'green college'

For the third year in a row, Bowling Green State University is among the nation's most environmentally responsible colleges. This ranking recognizes our campuses' exceptional commitment to sustainability through our academic offerings, campus policies, initiatives, activities and career preparation for students. In 2012, BGSU signed the American College and University Presidents' Climate Commitment to take action on climate change through a goal of carbon-neutrality. We have a responsibility to do our part in ensuring a sustainable environment and I am proud of our progress.

What makes BGSU a 'green college' →