May

Temple Grandin to visit BGSU May 27, 2011 4:29 PM Dr. Temple Grandin is primarily known for two things—her expertise on animal care and handling and the award-winning HBO movie “Temple Grandin,” which focuses on her autism

BGSU hosts Summer Kids Camp May 25, 2011 4:31 PM Kids ages 5-12 are invited to attend Summer Kids Camp on the campus of Bowling Green State University. Hosted by BGSU’s Department of Recreation and Wellness, the camp offers new friends, unique learning experiences and fun.

BGSU names Rogers interim provost May 18, 2011 4:32 PM Bowling Green State University announced today that Dr. Rodney Rogers has been appointed the interim senior vice president for academic affairs and provost, effective July 1. Rogers is dean of BGSU’s College of Business Administration.

BGSU selects recipients of Alumni Awards May 13, 2011 4:34 PM From chief executive officers to child welfare advocates, Bowling Green State University alumni are serving their communities and making an impact in the world. The University recognized the service and achievements of 23 such alumni during the Accomplished Alumni Awards dinner on Friday, May 13, in the Lenhart Grand Ballroom of the Bowen-Thompson Student Union.

Staff sergeant earns college degree while overseas May 12, 2011 4:36 PM It takes a certain measure of tenacity to serve for six years in the U.S. Air Force during a time of international conflict. But to earn your college degree at the same time requires an even greater level of commitment and perseverance.

BGSU names new library dean May 11, 2011 4:37 PM Sara Bushong has been appointed the next dean of Bowling Green State University’s University Libraries, effective May 9. The announcement was made yesterday (May 10) by Dr. Kenneth Borland, senior vice president for academic affairs and provost.

BGSU faculty celebrate promotion, tenure May 9, 2011 4:40 PM A number of Bowling Green State University faculty reached milestones in their careers when they were granted promotion, some with tenure, by the board of trustees May 6.

Teaching careers gain faculty emeritus status May 9, 2011 4:39 PM The Bowling Green State University Board of Trustees granted professor emeritus status to seven retired or retiring faculty members and associate emeritus status to six others during the May 6 meeting.

Adobe Systems CEO receives honorary degree May 7, 2011 4:44 PM Shantanu Narayen, president and chief executive officer of Adobe Systems Incorporated, runs one of the world’s largest software brands with products such as Adobe® Photoshop® software, Adobe Acrobat® software and Adobe Flash® Player. Today (May 7), Narayen received an honorary Doctor of Applied Science degree during Bowling Green State University’s College of Arts and Sciences commencement ceremony. The event occurred at 9:30 a.m. in Anderson Arena.

State Fire School starts May 9 May 5, 2011 4:45 PM Hundreds of emergency responders will arrive at Bowling Green State University May 9 for State Fire School. The program runs until May 13.

BGSU students prepare for electric vehicle race May 4, 2011 4:46 PM Bowling Green State University has a long history of building alternative energy vehicles. On Saturday, May 7, students from BGSU’s Motorsports Club and the College of Technology’s sustainability technology class will enter their all-electric powered racer in the Collegiate evGrandPrix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS). The multi-event weekend focuses on developing and showcasing green energy automotive technology.

BGSU offers new degree in Fire Administration May 3, 2011 4:48 PM Bowling Green State University has received approval from the Ohio Board of Regents to offer a unique online Bachelor of Science in Fire Administration (FIAD) degree. One of only a few such degree programs in the country, FIAD emphasizes communication skills, legal aspects of fire and emergency management, public health, interagency coordination of large-scale events, strategic planning, fiscal responsibility, critical thinking, applied research and analysis.