
BGSU Faculty and Staff
Well-Being Programs and Resources
Our well-being resources are designed to equip our campus community with essential life skills, resources and support. We emphasize the integration of the eight dimensions of well-being—physical, emotional, social, intellectual, environmental, spiritual, occupational and financial—ensuring a holistic approach to health. By promoting both physical and mental wellness, financial stability, and continuous training opportunities, we strive to enhance the overall welfare of our faculty and staff.
- Gender Violence Prevention and Education Services
- Sexual violence advocate | To reach an advocate 24/7, call 419-373-1730 and press option #2 at prompt.
- Sexual and reproductive health access information
- 24/7 transportation for sexual assault survivors
- BGSU Speech and Hearing Clinic hearing aid benefit
- Free weekly meal swipe at Carillon Place and Social House at the Oaks
- Parental leave/vacation/sick leave
- Discounted athletic tickets
- Tuition fee waivers
- Hertz Rental Car rental car discount

Well-being spaces
- Student Recreation Center well-being room and massage chairs | View Map
- Lactation rooms | View Map
- BGSU Fine Arts Center | View Map
- Dorothy Uber Bryan Art Gallery | View Map
- The Hiroko Nakamoto Gallery | View Map
- The Willard Wankelman Gallery | View Map
- Dorothy Uber Bryan Art Gallery | View Map
- Center for Women and Gender Equity wellness spaces | View Map
- Eppler South gym walking track | View Map
- Prout Chapel 208 | View Map
- Alumni Gateway hammock posts | View Map
- Perry Field House walking track | View Map
Medical Mutual Programs are available at no cost to covered members
- Sword Health digital physical therapy program
- Bloom digital pelvic health program
- Visits with an in-network dietitian
- Lark weight management program
- Chronic disease management programs
- 50% off the retail price of WeightWatchers membership.

Contact us
Contact health@bgsu.edu to share feedback or suggest additional resources.

While BGSU Firelands faculty and staff can access all wellness resources available at the university, here is a list of resources available on the Firelands campus.
- Greater Sandusky Partnership Employee Resource Network (ERN)
- Wellness coaches available in-person on the Firelands campus or virtually to connect faculty and staff with basic needs resources and to provide health and wellness coaching
- Tuesdays 8-11 a.m. (Susan) and Wednesdays 8:30-11:30 a.m. (Nikki)
- Call or text to schedule | Susan 419-679-7254 or Nikki 419-679-7257
Family Health Services provides well-rounded physical care and mental well-being without financial barriers through education and quality service, including:
- Behavioral health counseling
- Referrals for specialty care
- Psychiatric medication management
- Mental health screenings and assessments
- Mental health therapist Jocelyn Wollegnslagel
- 112B George Mylander Hall on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursdays from 1-4 p.m.
- Call or text 567-280-0971 or 419-502-2800 to schedule
- Recreational games
- Pool table and ping pong table (Falcon Square)
- Board games (Firelands Cafe, first floor, North Building)
- Video games (Falcon Square)
- Gym and weight room, North Building
- Lactation room (112a Mylander Hall)
- Firelands Little Art Gallery (first floor, North Building)
- Family-friendly study lounge (101 Mylander Hall)
- Features toys, books, creative space for children
- McBride Arboretum
- Features a walking path, benches, shelter, and bathrooms
- Lounge (340 Mylander Hall)
- Features couches, television, and small kitchen with microwave and refrigerator
Special events:
- PAWS for Stress Relief with Bubba (April 21, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., campus)
- Make and take candles (April 22, 10:45 a.m to 1 p.m., Falcon Square)
- Chair massages (April 23, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Falcon Square)
- Midday Music (April 24, Noon to 1 p.m., Falcon Square
Ongoing training:
- Mental Health First Aid (contact Stacey Hartley; staceyh@bgsu.edu)
- QPR (suicide prevention training) contact Stacey Hartley; staceyh@bgsu.edu
- Green Dot training: Request a workshop
Wellness Ambassadors are faculty and staff across campus who:
- Help support & promote well-being initiatives across campus
- Act as a liaison between their office/work area and the office of Health & Wellness
- Provide feedback & suggestions on how we can further assist our colleagues in having access to resources, programs and support to improve their health and well-being
Interested in becoming a wellness ambassador & representing your work team? We would love to have you, and the time commitment is minimal! Contact Karyn Smith at karync@bgsu.edu to learn more.
Meal Swipe
The University is excited to continue the free weekly meal program at Carillon Place and Social House (formerly known as The Oaks) as a thank you for all that faculty and staff members do to serve BGSU. The program will continue throughout the academic year when the dining halls are open.
- You will receive a new swipe each Friday to use before it expires the following Thursday evening.
- You need to have your BG ID on hand to access your swipe at our dining halls.
Perry Field House walking track
Feb. 10-May 2
Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Open to BGSU students, faculty and staff, and Student Recreation Center (SRC) members. BGSU ID or SRC membership fob required for entry.
Access restricted to the track only (sports courts and turf room are not available)
Updated: 04/04/2025 10:14AM