Falcon Quest

First-Year Residential Summer Leadership Program

Early Move-in Required | Aug. 16-22

About Falcon Quest
Falcon Quest, hosted by the BGSU Office of Student Engagement and Residence Life and the Resident Student Association (RSA), is an opportunity for incoming first-year students to learn about all that the BGSU residential community has to offer. Selected Falcon Quest participants will participate in seven days of educational and social experiences to learn and reflect on their role in the BGSU residential community, how to find other Falcons with similar passions, how to lead with their values, and be prepared to get involved, make meaningful relationships, and create a positive impact on the BGSU community and beyond. Additionally, Falcon Quest participants will assist with new student move-in to help welcome their fellow Falcons to campus!

Application Now Open!

  • Free overnight program
  • Make connections with other Falcons that share your passions and interests
  • Gain a better understanding of how to get involved and maximize your residential resources
  • Must be a full-time, first-year incoming students
Alex Bakhaus

Alex Bakhaus

Advises the Resident Student Association and National Residence Hall Honorary and implements leadership development initiatives in on-campus residence halls.

Program Benefits

This free program is designed to make the transition to University life as smooth as possible for the student. Throughout this seven-day program, participants will:

  • Meet and collaborate with other first-year students
  • Understand leadership and collaboration skills that will lead to positive community engagement
  • Identify personal skills and prospects to connect those skills to residential co-curricular opportunities at BGSU
  • Receive an introduction to BGSUs campus, community, and resources

Application Process

Space is limited so we encourage students to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis and students will be notified on a rolling basis.  

Questions?

Students who have any questions or wish to withdraw their application contact Alex Bakhaus at abakhau@bgsu.edu.

IMPORTANT! 

Although there is no charge to participate in Falcon Quest, students who do not fully attend the program will be charged $150 per day they miss. Falcon Quest is a cumulative, seven-day program. Missing any part of the program would greatly diminish the effectiveness. Therefore, it is an expectation that those accepted into the program fully attend and participate in all sessions. Students who fail to attend sessions and participate will be charged $150 per day the student misses to cover the room occupancy, up to a maximum fee of $1,050.

Participants are required to move in on August 16 in preparation for the program.

Tentative Program Schedule

Day 1

  • Move-in between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Evening
    •  Welcome Picnic
      • Participants may RSVP up to 4 guests
    • Social Programing to follow picnic

Day 3

  • Breakfast and Lunch provided
  • Day Sessions:
    • Using Strengths
    • Collaboration
    • Understanding Diversity & Inclusion
  • Evening Social Program, Dinner provided

Day 5

  • Breakfast and Lunch provided
  • Day Sessions:
    • Goal Setting for a Successful Year
    • Wrap Up
  • Evening Social Program, Dinner provided

Day 7

  • Breakfast and Lunch provided
  • Assist with New Student Move-In and welcome fellow Falcons to campus!
  • Evening Social Program

Day 2

  • Breakfast and Lunch Provided
  • Day sessions:
    • Team Building
    • Leading with Purpose
    • Identifying Personal Strengths
  • Evening Social Program, Dinner provided

Day 4

  • Breakfast and Lunch provided
  • Day Sessions:
    • Campus Resources
    • Getting involved
    • Residential Co-Curricular Opportunities
  • Evening Social Program, Dinner provided

Day 6

  • Breakfast and Lunch provided
  • Assist with New Student Move-In and welcome fellow Falcons to campus!
  • Evening Social Program

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of the program?

The program will take place from Aug. 16-22. Students will move-in early to participate in the program. The program will last a total of seven days for students.

Is there a cost to attend?

No, this is a free program, BUT there will be a per day fee if a student signs up and does not participate.

NO SHOW FEE: Falcon Quest is a cumulative, seven-day program. Missing any part of the program would greatly diminish the effectiveness. Therefore, it is an expectation that those accepted into the program fully attend, and participate, in all sessions. Students who fail to attend sessions and participate will be charged $150 per day the student misses to cover the room occupancy, up to a maximum fee of $1,050.

Who should attend?

Incoming new students attending BGSU for the first time during the 2024 Fall semester and who will be living on campus.  

Are meals included?

Meals will be included according to the schedule outlined under the 'Tentative Program Tab'.

I applied but I no longer can attend the program, what should I do?

Students who have filled out the application and can no longer attend the program should contact Alex Bakhaus at abakhau@bgsu.edu as soon as possible.

Updated: 04/04/2024 01:42PM