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BGSU aviation student collaborates with local business leader to create internship at Mercy Health Life Flight Network in Toledo Nov 8, 2024 1:30 PM Fueled by persistence and ambition, Mohamed Abbas helped establish the internship to broaden his knowledge and future career prospects.

BGSU architecture students honored with national and statewide AIA awards Oct 1, 2024 10:00 AM Alex Borger ’24 took second place in a national architecture competition, while Madeline Montgomery '24 and Eduardo Cabrera '24 swept AIA Ohio awards.

BGSU breaks ground on state-of-the-art Technology Engineering Innovation Center Sep 27, 2024 4:20 PM Set for completion in spring 2026, the new center will feature updates to the current Technology Building and the addition of 24,000 square feet of innovation and collaboration space.

BGSU junior takes part in $202M Progressive Field renovation project through construction management co-op Aug 27, 2024 10:42 AM Daniel Mutti broadened his industry knowledge and gained practical hands-on experience through the construction management co-op.

BGSU junior attributes successful summer co-op at Honda to University’s strong engineering program Aug 27, 2024 10:41 AM Aligned to meet evolving industry demands, the mechanical and manufacturing engineering degree program at BGSU equips students with the knowledge and skills employers seek.

BGSU engineering major excels during summer co-op at Johns Manville Aug 21, 2024 11:00 AM As a mechanical and manufacturing engineering major, Tim Pozda directly applied classroom knowledge to his co-op experience at Johns Manville.

Building resumes: BGSU architecture and construction management students gain hands-on experience with summer co-ops, internships Aug 19, 2024 10:21 AM Two BGSU students gain valuable firsthand experience in construction and architecture as part of summer internships and co-ops.

BGSU construction management program expands regional impact by earning top industry accreditation Aug 7, 2024 9:26 AM Housed in state-of-the-art Kokosing Hall, the BGSU construction management program serves a key role in meeting regional workforce needs.

BGSU elevating engineering education with investment in cutting-edge learning space Jun 26, 2024 11:13 AM BGSU is elevating engineering and advanced manufacturing education by investing in a state-of-the-art facility to blend classroom and hands-on learning.

BGSU aviation students advance education and skills with new, state-of-the-art simulator Jun 25, 2024 4:19 PM New flight simulator in the BGSU School of Aviation provides multi-pilot flight deck training for students on cutting-edge technology

BGSU Falcon Flight Team shines at national aviation competition May 21, 2024 3:25 PM The BGSU Falcon Flight Team finished in the top 20 nationally at the NIFA SAFECON competition.

Reaching new heights: BGSU Falcon Flight Team headed to national competition May 2, 2024 11:25 AM The BGSU Falcon Flight Team will compete at the NIFA SAFECON national competition in Janesville, Wisconsin, from May 13-18.

BGSU senior launches robotics engineering career as a student, bolstering his academic and professional experience Apr 23, 2024 11:15 AM BGSU engineering student Kevin Duke credits his success to the University’s comprehensive, hands-on degree program.

BGSU Faculty Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding contributions to education, research and outreach Apr 9, 2024 2:54 PM BGSU honors outstanding faculty members with 2024 Faculty Excellence Awards

Going back to college: Why this BGSU student decided to re-enroll Apr 4, 2024 11:30 AM The value of a bachelor’s degree from BGSU became clearer to Ben Kott after on-the-job career exploration.

BGSU Construction Management teams take top honors at regional builders competition Feb 21, 2024 1:32 PM BGSU School of the Built Environment students have the University's best showing ever at the New Builders Estimating Competition with first and second-place finishes.

BGSU helps regional manufacturers adapt to advances in smart manufacturing through microcredential training program Jan 24, 2024 10:07 AM BGSU was among 11 recipients nationwide and the only in Ohio to receive a $333,000 grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration to meet regional workforce needs.

BGSU Master of Architecture program becomes only one in northwestern Ohio to earn full NAAB accreditation Jan 5, 2024 2:38 PM The full, eight-year term paves the way for BGSU Master of Architecture graduates to secure professional licensure upon graduation.

BGSU inspires future generations of robotics engineers through the annual Falcon BEST Robotics competition Nov 15, 2023 2:49 PM High school students throughout Ohio and Indiana gain hands-on experience in robotics engineering through the Falcon BEST Robotics competition at BGSU.

BGSU Student Veterans of America members embarking on 22-mile ruck to honor fallen heroes and raise awareness on veteran suicide crisis Nov 8, 2023 5:01 PM The 22 miles between the UT Glass Bowl and Doyt L. Perry Stadium is symbolic as each mile represents the number of veterans and military members lost to suicide each day nationwide.

BGSU introduces 3 innovative new engineering degrees that uniquely weave together science and application to meet industry needs Oct 4, 2023 10:00 AM Bowling Green State University creates new academic programs to meet the surging demands of advanced manufacturing, offering comprehensive degrees in robotics, electronics, and mechanical engineering for future industry leaders.

Formative experience bolsters BGSU student’s passion for narrowing the gender gap in aviation Sep 12, 2023 4:23 PM BGSU senior and aspiring pilot Olivia Thornton values her role in inspiring the next generation of female aviators.

Falcon News In Brief: A bite-sized briefing of notable BGSU faculty, student and alumni news Sep 5, 2023 4:16 PM BGSU Weekly Briefs, Sept. 5: Notable accomplishments by BGSU faculty, students and alumni

BGSU aviation program expands fleet amid record enrollment, protects promise of students flying within first year Aug 19, 2023 7:00 AM The expansion of the BGSU aviation fleet was supported through a key public-private partnership between the University and North Star Companies.

BGSU alumnus among top 1% of Air Force ROTC cadets chosen for highly competitive NATO combat pilot training program Jul 5, 2023 9:15 AM BGSU alumnus Nicholas Kowalski ‘23 was chosen for a highly competitive pilot training program as a top cadet in Air Force ROTC Detachment 620 at the University and nationwide.

Game on: Esports shifting paradigm of athletics at colleges and universities nationwide Jun 15, 2023 4:10 PM BGSU is among a growing list of colleges and universities nationwide appealing to a generation of online gamers through esports programs.

Mission possible: BGSU alumni land in 48 states in fewer than 48 hours in successful world-record attempt Jun 7, 2023 3:46 PM BGSU alumni Barry Behnfeldt ‘83 and Aaron Wilson ‘04 successfully executed their 5,008-mile trek in hopes of setting a Guinness World Record for the fastest journey by plane through all 48 contiguous U.S. states.

MISSION COMPLETE | 48 states in 48 hours: BGSU alumni pilots attempt to set world record for fastest journey by plane across U.S. Jun 5, 2023 8:00 AM Guinness World Records now will certify the quest completed by two BGSU alumni to set a world record for the fastest journey by plane through all 48 contiguous United States while also bringing attention to careers in aviation.

Falcon News In Brief: A bite-sized briefing of notable BGSU faculty, student and alumni news May 19, 2023 1:46 PM May 19 - "BGSU Weekly Briefs, Feb. 16: Notable accomplishments by BGSU faculty, students and alumni"

BUILT for the future Apr 17, 2023 4:07 PM With real-world collaboration at the forefront of its curriculum, the School of the Built Environment marries two areas of expertise that work together before and after graduation.

BGSU formally dedicates Kokosing Hall, home of the School of the Built Environment Mar 27, 2023 7:57 PM BGSU dedicates Kokosing Hall, former Park Avenue building, as home of School of the Built Environment

Falcon News In Brief: A bite-sized briefing of notable BGSU faculty, student and alumni news Mar 3, 2023 8:36 AM BGSU Weekly Briefs, March 3: Notable accomplishments by BGSU faculty, students and alumni

BGSU trustees use February meeting to set future path for academic programs, approve Slater Family Ice Arena renovation, honor faculty Feb 24, 2023 4:32 PM Board of trustees approves meal plan and room rates for the 2023-24 academic year during February meeting.

BGSU joins Midwest Regional Network in partnership with Intel to help solve national needs in semiconductor, microelectronics development Jan 31, 2023 10:26 AM BGSU joins Midwest Regional Network as part of Intel partnership to help develop innovative solutions to support the onshoring of the advanced semiconductor and microelectronics industry and address the industries’ research and workforce needs.

Founding director of School of the Built Environment is Ohio AIA Architect of the Year, hailed for his commitment to the profession Dec 21, 2022 4:35 PM BGSU professor Dr. Arsenio Rodrigues is named Ohio AIA Architect of the Year by the Toledo Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.

Young architect, alumnus recognized for work designing civic-centered structures in northwest Ohio Dec 21, 2022 11:17 AM BGSU alumnus and adjunct instructor Alex Schrinel '17 is named Emerging Professional of the Year for 2022 by the Toledo Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.

BGSU partners with one of the largest U.S. regional airlines, creates workforce pipeline for aviation students Oct 17, 2022 1:54 PM A new partnership between Bowling Green State University and Republic Airways provides students with a direct pathway to a career through conditional job offers.

BGSU program to meet critical workforce needs in advanced manufacturing and logistics Sep 26, 2022 2:20 PM BGSU researcher Dr. MD Sarder leads a National Science Foundation grant-funded program to help fill the region’s skills gap in advanced manufacturing and robotics.

BGSU announces new School of Engineering, School of Aviation Sep 23, 2022 4:29 PM In response to projected growth and workforce needs, the University's College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering will create two schools: a School of Engineering and a School of Aviation.

New Bowling Green Flight Center training facility ready for takeoff Jun 23, 2022 7:46 PM Representing a key public-private partnership, the Bowling Green Flight Center will help prepare BGSU graduates to meet aviation industry needs.

BGSU trustees celebrate flight center expansion, adopt operating budgets at June meeting Jun 23, 2022 4:47 PM More than $5 million investment doubles the center's flight operations, classroom and office space.

BGSU grad has ‘One Shining Moment’ at 2022 Final Four Apr 12, 2022 8:27 AM Vazquez captured an iconic photo of the title game’s final seconds that was used by major media outlets across the United States.

Can architecture impact climate change? BGSU course receives national recognition for exploring Urban Heat Islands Apr 8, 2022 2:08 PM New studio course will feature collaboration between BGSU, University of Toledo to address complexities of Urban Heat Islands.

BGSU grad student's sustainable building project earns AIA Dayton award Mar 24, 2022 2:24 PM Link, who has already been hired in her field before graduation, used her BGSU classwork as a valuable portfolio item.

A state leader: School of the Built Environment director appointed to American Institute of Architects Ohio Board Mar 17, 2022 1:45 PM Under Dr. Arsenio Rodrigues, the architecture program earned coveted NAAB accreditation and enrollment has nearly doubled.

BGSU trustees establish innovative student-focused partnerships, honor faculty at March meeting Mar 4, 2022 4:54 PM Trustees recognized distinguished faculty, acknowledged donors for their support of student learning and took action to ensure the University remains an outstanding value.

BGSU School of Built Environment's new home will be named Kokosing Hall Mar 4, 2022 3:45 PM Expansion of former Park Avenue building is a result of collaboration with Ohio's workforce, leading to innovative curriculum that converges construction management and architecture programs.

Ian Kennedy to begin career in robotics after graduating from BGSU Dec 13, 2021 3:40 PM Ian Kennedy will join the robotics workforce after graduating from BGSU. The mechatronics engineering technology major demonstrated robotics for the Ohio governor.

$5 million investment to transform BG Flight Center Dec 2, 2021 10:00 AM The BGSU Aviation program is on the rise, with a $5 million investment in new aircraft, state-of-the-art flight simulators and expansion of the BG Flight Center.

Falcon BEST robotics competition at BGSU showcases future robotics engineers Nov 10, 2021 2:00 PM BGSU hosted its ninth annual Falcon BEST robotics competition on Nov. 6 at Perry Field House with Maumee Valley Country Day winning top honors.

BGSU mechatronics engineering technology student lands job with RōBEX after internship Oct 28, 2021 10:00 AM Ian Kennedy, a BGSU mechatronics engineering technology major who gave a robotics demonstration to Ohio governor, lands job with RōBEX after internship.

Recent BGSU aviation alumnus selected for new Civil Path to Wings initiative Oct 15, 2021 2:05 PM Tanner Mackall ’21, second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force, credits BGSU for significant flight experience he gained as a civilian.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine tours nursing, robotics facilities at BGSU Oct 8, 2021 4:35 PM Governor’s visit focused on nursing and robotics, programs that meet Ohio's current and future workforce needs.

BGSU breaks ground on state-of-the-art School of the Built Environment facility Jun 24, 2021 1:54 PM $10.4 million project will bring architecture and environmental design, construction management programs together under one roof

Maggie's House: A labor of love and a lesson in social impact Jun 2, 2021 10:50 AM A BGSU alumnus and architecture faculty member's domestic violence shelter project became personal when he discovered his birth mother's story.

Military students, veterans find success in the classroom at BGSU May 7, 2021 10:53 AM Five military and veteran students obtain bachelor’s degrees this spring from BGSU while the Office of Nontraditional and Military Student Services is there to help guide them.

Afi A-Alkebu-Lan ready to take off with aviation degree from BGSU Apr 22, 2021 10:58 AM Afi A-Alkebu-Lan, a PLA Scholar from Detroit, is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in aviation technology from BGSU’s College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering.

Hokey Min named a Distinguished Research Professor Apr 20, 2021 8:58 AM Dr. Hokey Min, professor of operations and supply chain management, has been honored as a Distinguished Research Professor as part of the 2021 Faculty Excellence Award celebration.

BGSU to launch two new engineering programs in fall Apr 13, 2021 3:42 PM BGSU is offering a Master of Science in logistics systems engineering and a Bachelor of Science in systems engineering, starting in Fall 2021.

New heights: BGSU aviation program receives prestigious AABI accreditation Mar 24, 2021 8:55 AM AABI accreditation is the highest level of recognition possible for a collegiate aviation program, marking a significant moment in the University's more than 40-year history in training students for careers in the aviation industry

NASCAR pit crew member on pace to finish with management and technology degree from BGSU Mar 23, 2021 1:30 PM Brandon Harder is the gasman in a NASCAR pit crew and finds time to earn a management and technology degree through BGSU’s eCampus.

A Falcon born to fly: BGSU aviation student Robby Quinn goes viral Mar 18, 2021 4:24 PM BGSU aviation student Robby Quinn gives back to his hometown with food deliveries to and from the mainland.

BGSU architecture major named to National Board of Directors for 2021-22 Mar 9, 2021 10:00 AM Baili Null, a BGSU senior architecture major, will serve on the American Institute of Architecture Students National Board of Directors as Midwest quad director for 2021-2022.

Chad Butler gets big break as a cinematographer for NFL Films Feb 2, 2021 2:13 PM Chad Butler, a 2018 BGSU alumnus in the VCT program, realizes dream of being a cinematographer for NFL Films.

Quilt design software company has deep ties to BGSU Jan 28, 2021 12:03 PM Leading quilt design software company was started by Dean Neumann and Penny McMorris with ties to Bowling Green State University.

BGSU to hold virtual celebration for graduates Dec. 12 Dec 4, 2020 3:01 PM Bowling Green State University will host a live, virtual celebration for fall degree candidates.

Owens Corning Foundation announces $1 million gift to create scholarships for BGSU students Nov 20, 2020 10:14 AM Transformational gift establishes the Owens Corning Scholars Program, supporting underrepresented students in the School of the Built Environment

Remote for Robots Nov 20, 2020 9:37 AM Seven teams work on creating virtual robots in place of in-person competition.

BGSU celebrates new and newly promoted women and non-binary faculty Oct 28, 2020 5:24 PM Annual celebration at BGSU goes virtual to welcome, support and celebrate new and newly promoted women and non-binary faculty

High-rising analytics firm Satelytics has deep roots at BGSU Oct 21, 2020 3:00 PM Satelytics Inc.is a cloud-based geospatial analytics software suite that helps some of the world’s most critical industries avoid major issues.

MAC award recognizes faculty dedication to student success Oct 20, 2020 2:30 PM Mechatronics faculty member is BGSU nominee for Mid-American Conference award to recognize outstanding faculty who help students succeed.

Mechatronics and quality systems programs gain ABET accreditation Sep 1, 2020 4:43 PM Bowling Green State University's mechatronics and quality systems undergraduate programs earned ABET accreditation by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission.

BGSU to honor achievement at virtual celebration Aug. 15 Aug 12, 2020 1:50 PM Bowling Green State University will host a live, virtual celebration for summer degree candidates Saturday, Aug. 15. The livestream will begin at 1 p.m. Students, family and friends can view the stream at BGSU.edu.

CTAAE faculty help students find co-ops during COVID-19 Jul 30, 2020 10:52 AM For many Bowling Green State University students in the College of Technology Architecture and Applied Engineering, they found their co-ops canceled or retracted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but through determination and support from faculty they found new ways to secure opportunities to stay on track.

BGSU celebrates National Internship Day Jul 30, 2020 9:39 AM Bowling Green State University has many students, both undergraduate and graduate, participating in internships and co-ops all around the country. Some are working in-person while following guidelines to be safe in the workplace during the COVID-19 pandemic, while others are working remotely from the safety of their homes.

Andreas Luescher awarded Professor of Teaching Excellence distinction Jul 14, 2020 1:30 PM Dr. Andreas Luescher has been a strong proponent of treating education as a collective pursuit and he is passionate about joy being “the engine of learning.” Luescher, professor and department chair in BGSU’s Department of Architecture and Environmental Design has been awarded the Professor of Teaching Excellence distinction.

Award-winning paper by two BGSU faculty members outlines benefits of combining art and STEM education Jul 1, 2020 12:32 PM Underrepresented students from the Toledo area learned problem-solving skills during an art and robotics camp hosted by Bowling Green State University and the Toledo Museum of Art, which led to an award-winning paper by two BGSU faculty members, Drs. Jerry Schnepp and Thomas Roberts.

Class of 2020 Success Stories: VCT majors navigate through COVID-19 to finish capstone projects Jun 1, 2020 1:38 PM Two Bowling Green State University Visual Communication Technology graduates, Jake Roth and Allie Godfrey, give great credit to their synthesis class for helping them gain experience and knowledge before graduation, including during unprecedented times in their final semester. They worked directly with a client in the Bowling Green community for their final semester.

Flight training resumes at Bowling Green Flight Center May 19, 2020 1:44 PM The Bowling Green Flight Center will resume flight training for Bowling Green State University aviation students with additional safety measures in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. New procedures and protocols include increased cleaning and disinfecting of the facilities and aircraft and the use of face masks.

BGSU to honor achievement at virtual celebration May 16 May 13, 2020 4:00 PM Bowling Green State University will host a live, virtual celebration for spring degree candidates May 16. The live stream will begin at 1:30 p.m., and is expected to last about 45 minutes. Students, family and friends can view the stream at BGSU.edu.

BGSU construction management hammers home lab project by adapting to online learning Apr 13, 2020 8:00 AM BGSU faculty are having to find new engaging ways to teach their students during the remote learning period, including courses with a lab component. Lisa Schaller, adjunct faculty in construction management in the School of the Built Environment, has found an effective way to continue her CONS 2350 lab.

Frontline Falcons are health care heroes Apr 10, 2020 12:40 PM Health care workers, from doctors to nurses to respiratory therapists, play a critical role in keeping our communities healthy. Among those on the front lines, are thousands of Bowling Green State University alumni are treating and caring for patients and putting themselves at risk in order to save lives.

CRD State of the Region Conference examines Ohio’s potential impact of automation on occupation needs Apr 1, 2020 3:30 PM The Bowling Green State University Center for Regional Development recently held its 18th annual State of the Region conference, “Developing Tomorrow’s Workforce by Embracing and Investing in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence.” At the conference, Ohio’s potential impact of automation on occupation needs in the future was examined.

Ostrowski research on hydrogels Mar 31, 2020 8:00 AM Bowling Green State University’s Dr. Alexis Ostrowski received a five-year grant from the Herman Frasch Foundation for Agricultural Chemistry to support research to help reduce agricultural runoff. Researchers study how to turn liquid waste into fertilizer so that it can be safely transported and spread on fields.

BGSU temporarily waives GRE and GMAT requirements Mar 26, 2020 8:20 PM Bowling Green State University is continuing to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and make the critical decisions necessary to safeguard students, faculty, staff and the broader community and to ensure that the University learning community has the support and resources needed to adapt to an all online learning environment.

BGSU supports local agencies Mar 26, 2020 4:55 PM BGSU campuses in Bowling Green and Huron, as well as BGSU at Levis Commons, are supporting local health and safety agencies by donating PPE supplies and providing facilities to organizations in both communities.

CURS 2019 Symposium on Diversity award ceremony Mar 23, 2020 8:20 AM The Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (CURS) recognized its winning students from the November 2019 Undergraduate Symposium on Diversity during a recent ceremony. With help from their faculty mentors, BGSU students’ presentations focused on their research surrounding marginalized and underserved groups in the United States and our community.

BGSU's Master of Architecture professional degree receives NAAB accreditation Mar 4, 2020 3:00 PM Bowling Green State University’s Department of Architecture and Environmental Design in the School of the Built Environment announced the National Architectural Accreditation Board (NAAB) accreditation of the Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) professional degree.

BGSU aviation major Noah Pyle selected for American Airlines aviation internship Feb 21, 2020 3:01 PM Bowling Green State University aviation major Noah Pyle was selected for an internship with American Airlines at the company’s world headquarters in Dallas for Spring 2020. The internship, which began in January, is a six-month hands-on learning experience. As a flight operations Intern, Pyle’s work is geared toward pilots in training.

Meet students who have committed early to the Class of 2024 Jan 6, 2020 2:37 PM Get to know some of the earliest members of Bowling Green State University’s Class of 2024. These high school seniors are already committed to BGSU and are excited to officially become Falcons in the Fall of 2020. Learn why they decided to call BGSU home.

Class of 2019 Success Stories: BGSU inspires dual major in construction management, architecture and environmental design Dec 20, 2019 1:00 AM Drawn to historic buildings, Lauren Schmenk was determined to pursue a degree in architecture and environmental design program at BGSU. As a freshman, she also decided to major in construction management. As a dual major, she already is seeing the benefit of her dual-industry background on the job site.

Sheryl Maxfield ’81: 'Speak the truth. Share what is on your mind. Raise your hand.' Dec 17, 2019 4:15 PM Sheryl Maxfield ’81 revealed the two major reasons for her success in her 40-year career as she addressed BGSU graduate candidates during its 296th graduation Dec. 13 at the Stroh Center. Maxfield, who earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism from BGSU, is the director of the Ohio Department of Commerce.

BGSU honors success at commencement Dec 14, 2019 10:18 AM BGSU celebrated its 296th graduation in two ceremonies in the Stroh Center Dec. 13 and Dec. 14. Alumnae addressing the candidates included Sheryl Maxfield and Laurie Stevenson. The December graduating class included 1,047 candidates.

BGSU trustees approve building project to support innovative approach to design and construction learning Dec 11, 2019 3:00 PM $5.2 million project to include 12,000-square-foot expansion of Park Avenue building Description: The Board of Trustees of Bowling Green State University has approved a new $5.2 million expansion project that will support the University’s innovative School of the Built Environment. The school is recognized for its unique, integrated approach to training future architects and construction managers together.

BGSU hosts Ohio’s only BEST Robotics competition Oct 31, 2019 1:15 PM Nearly 200 students from 12 regional school districts participated in the seventh annual Falcon BEST Robotics competition at BGSU’s Stroh Center on Oct. 26. Teams were comprised of high school, junior high and middle school students. The event was hosted by the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering.

BGSU learning communities thriving Oct 9, 2019 2:30 PM Undergraduate students at Bowling Green State University have the opportunity to take the “Belong” in “Belong. Stand out. Go far” even further by choosing to be part of a learning community. No matter whether their interests lie in social justice or business, health or history, there’s something for everyone.

STEM in the Park offers free hands-on science, math Sept. 28 Sep 25, 2019 10:00 AM

BGSU holds summer commencement Aug 17, 2019 9:15 AM Bowling Green State University held its 295th commencement ceremony August 17 on the lawn in the historic center of campus, recently named the Bowen-Thompson Quadrangle. Bowling Green Mayor Richard Edwards presented the commencement address to the Class of 2019.

Class of 2023 all agree: BGSU feels like home Jul 29, 2019 8:47 AM Bowling Green State University’s incoming Class of 2023 will be the the most academically prepared group of freshman students in the history of the institution as they prepare to belong, stand out and go far. BGSU will continue to have students from all corners of Ohio, as well as all 50 states and at least 70 countries.

Class of 2019 Success Stories: Active-duty airman completes BGSU online bachelor program May 21, 2019 2:57 PM Ian Aspen is an active-duty technical sergeant serving in the U.S. Air Force as a weapons specialist. He serves as a non-commissioned officer in charge of maintenance operations. He will travel from his deployed station at the Ghedi Air Base in Italy to receive his diploma at the Stroh Center.

BGSU honor achievement at commencement May 18, 2019 11:46 AM Degree candidates at BGSU commencement ceremonies May 17-18 heard from alumni who have gone on to distinguished careers in business, journalism and athletics. Of the total 2,493 degrees awarded, 907 were with honors. The Graduate College awarded 486 degrees, including 456 candidates for master’s degrees and 30 for doctorates.

BGSU to honor achievement at commencement May 17, 18 May 10, 2019 3:13 PM Degree candidates at Bowling Green State University’s commencement ceremonies May 17 and May 18 will hear from alumni who have gone on to distinguished careers in business, journalism and athletics.

Retired faculty honored with granting of emeritus status May 8, 2019 2:01 PM Twenty retired or retiring Bowling Green State University faculty members were conferred emeritus status by the Board of Trustees at the May 3 meeting in honor of their distinguished service to the University and achievements in teaching, service and research.

Mission to Mars May 7, 2019 3:09 PM Matt Burmeister used to think that his chances of excelling as a nontraditional student were about the same as sending a man to Mars. Now, those scenarios seem so far fetched. Burmeister on the cusp of graduating from BGSU and may be employed by NASA by the end of summer.

Tenure, promotion granted by trustees May 3, 2019 3:30 PM The University celebrated the scholarly and creative achievements of 53 faculty members on May 3 when the board of trustees awarded promotion and tenure.

BGSU names program in resort and attraction management, extends tuition guarantee to Firelands campus May 3, 2019 3:15 PM

Rüedi Ray recognized for faculty mentorship Apr 19, 2019 12:00 PM Dr. Katerina Rüedi Ray, professor of art history and former School of Art director, has offered wise and patient counsel to numerous faculty members as they’ve established their professional careers. For this, along with her professionalism and commitment, Rüedi Ray was honored by Faculty Senate with the 2019 Faculty Mentor Award.

Construction management majors take first place in civil planning contest Apr 1, 2019 1:00 PM Construction management students in the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering at Bowling Green State University took first place in their division at the New Builder’s Competition, developing a project plan that surpassed teams from three other Ohio universities.

Q&A with Dr. Jennie Gallimore Mar 4, 2019 2:14 PM Dr. Jennie Gallimore is the new dean of the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering at Bowling Green State University. This past fall semester was her first at BGSU. Gallimore comes to BGSU from Wright State University, where she was associate dean for research and graduate studies.

Hall’s photos commemorate efforts to care for the needy Feb 1, 2019 3:14 PM Jeff Hall, a photographer and faculty member in BGSU’s Visual Communication Technology program, volunteered his time on an extensive project to locate and photograph the sites of all 88 of Ohio’s historic poor farms for the Wood County Historical Center and Museum’s 2019 exhibit “For Comfort and Convenience.”

Schnepp receives prestigious ATMAE award Dec 19, 2018 3:15 PM Dr. Jerry Schnepp, associate professor of visual communication technology and director of BGSU’s Collab Lab, has been recognized with the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering Faculty Excellence Award for 2018. The award is based on excellence in teaching, research and service to the profession.

Class of 2018 Success Stories: BGSU networking event freshmen year leads to full-time job with Honda freshmen year leads to full-time job with Honda Dec 14, 2018 12:00 PM Bowling Green State University College of Business graduate Ameera Venkataraman credits a networking event during her freshman year with landing two internships and, ultimately, a full-time job with Honda after graduation. She will start as a buyer, negotiating contracts for future commodities, meeting with suppliers and mitigating crisis management.

AMPD and VCT students partner to deliver authentic community materials Dec 14, 2018 9:48 AM Mariana Mitova's fashion styling students partnered with Jeff Hall's photography students to create promotional materials for four area organizations, offering tangible benefits to the students and to the community organizations that became their clients.

Class of 2018 Success Stories: Sky is the limit for BGSU aviation major Jessica Schieberl Dec 11, 2018 9:03 AM Jessica Schieberl, a 20-year-old aviation major, has always been an ambitious student. She arrived at Bowling Green State University as a sophomore with 42 credits from College Credit Plus, but her ambitions really took flight — literally — on her first day of classes.

BGSU architecture alumnus has a solid vision Nov 20, 2018 4:23 PM For a young Alex Hogrefe ’07, a sketch pad and a pencil were his accomplices because he saw the world as a place where imagination just had not yet made its way to images on paper. Today, the BGSU alumnus is a partner in the Boston architectural firm Design Distill.

Students build Habitat for Humanity House Nov 7, 2018 2:00 PM Fourteen AIMS students put their STEM knowledge to work with a hands-on project to help the community.

Princeton Review names BGSU a ‘green college’ Nov 1, 2018 11:59 AM Bowling Green State University is among the nation’s most environmentally responsible colleges for the third year in a row, according to the 2018 Princeton Review Guide to 399 Green Colleges. The annual guide profiles colleges “having the most exceptional commitments to sustainability.”

BGSU faculty bond, form friendships Oct 19, 2018 10:35 AM When this group of friends and BGSU faculty gets together for “Nerd Night,” it’s all about their special camaraderie and mutual support. All have successfully mounted the tenure and promotion ladder to the level of associate professor, the first hurdle in a faculty member’s academic career, and have cheered on one another’s achievements.

BGSU business student wins prestigious leadership award Oct 5, 2018 3:04 PM Every year, the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) chooses one student to receive its prestigious Student Voluntary Service Award. Of more than 6,000 applicants in supply chain and operations management nationwide, the 2018 recipient is Bowling Green State University’s Greg Wobser.

BGSU trustees approve next steps on Mercy College, launch renovations of Technology Building Sep 28, 2018 2:46 PM The Bowling Green State University Board of Trustees at its Sept. 28 meeting took action to expand programs and renovate facilities to support the University’s role in creating a well-prepared workforce to meet current and emerging needs in the state and the nation.

In the footsteps of Darwin Sep 7, 2018 12:00 PM Bowling Green State University students and faculty explored the geological and biological wonders of Ecuador’s Andes and Galápagos Islands this summer on a trip that took them from volcanoes through cloud forests to the islands where Darwin made his famed observations, tracing the natural and human impact on the environment.

Undergraduates honored for scholarly research Aug 22, 2018 2:10 PM The Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship honored the seven winners of the 2018 Undergraduate Research Symposium at an Aug. 14 ceremony. The students were recognized for oral and poster presentations in the sciences and humanities. Also honored was Dr. Virginia Dubasik, Undergraduate Faculty Mentor of the Year.

Co-ops enable student to not be ‘just a number’ Aug 13, 2018 8:00 AM Kristen Grom arrived at Bowling Green State University after a road trip she took with her family to check out prospective universities. Now that she’s graduating with a 3.98 GPA and three VCT co-ops under her belt, she couldn’t be happier with the decision.

BGSU's Hank Blumenthal finds himself ‘In the Soup’ once again Jun 11, 2018 7:00 AM Dr. Hank Blumenthal, a BGSU VCT assistant professor, reunited with the cast and crew of “In the Soup,” a 1992 movie he produced, at the 2108 Tribeca Film Festival. The Sundance Grand Prize-winning indie comedy was one of only three films selected for the Retrospective portion of the festival.

From sea to shining sea Jun 11, 2018 7:00 AM Former U.S. Army Sgt. Sarah Lee '09 is bringing awareness about post-traumatic stress disorder by biking across the country. Her trip originated in May 2017 but was cut short after an accident. Lee is back on the road and hopes to finish in August.

Impact of faculty, coaches and advisers still resonates today May 9, 2018 4:26 PM Dr. Paula Whetsel-Ribeau ’80, ’08, who earned a Bachelor of Science and a Doctorate in education from Bowling Green State University, addressed degree candidates of the colleges of Education and Human Development and Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering on May 5 during commencement at the Stroh Center.

BGSU board extends partnerships for regional growth, development May 4, 2018 4:00 PM As part of its commitment to contributing to regional growth, the BGSU trustees approved joint-use agreements for partnerships supporting community and student needs and regional growth, involving aviation studies, Cedar Fair, Perrysburg Heights Community Center and the Wood County Committee on Aging.

Jennie Gallimore Named Dean Of College Of Technology, Architecture And Applied Engineering May 2, 2018 3:45 PM Dr. Jennie Gallimore, associate dean and a professor in the College of Engineering and Computer Science at Wright State University, has been selected as dean of the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering effective June 28.

Class of 2018 Success Stories: BGSU’s mechatronics program produces first graduate Apr 30, 2018 10:17 AM John Pankow is the first student to graduate from BGSU’s Mechatronics Engineering Technology program, which prepares graduates for successful careers and expertise in a broad spectrum of the field associated with the analysis, applied design, development, implementation, automation and management of advanced mechatronics and robotics system technologies.

Clark Rides Away With Winning Pitch During The Hatch Apr 20, 2018 3:20 PM 2018 Hatch winner Sara Clark, whose Magnahalter™ received $30,000 in investments, including a BGSU alumnus in the audience. She was among the student entrepreneurs who presented their business ideas to alumni investors during The Hatch on April 19, vying for funds to launch their businesses.

Schnepp’s Work With VCT Students Recognized With Blinn Award Apr 18, 2018 2:15 PM In recognition of his work with five visual communication students, Dr. Jerry Schnepp, assistant professor in the Department of Visual Communication Technology and director of the Collab Lab, has been recognized with the Elliot L. Blinn Award for Faculty-Undergraduate Student Innovative Basic Research/Creative Work Award.

VCT student photographing Wood County for 200th anniversary Apr 16, 2018 7:00 AM Taylor Houpt is working with the Wood County Historical Center and Museum in Bowling Green to document the county’s past, present and future as well as the culture. Since May 2017, she has visited towns, historical landmarks and events, taking photographs to help celebrate Wood County’s 200th anniversary.

Team Members Schultz and Webb Honored for Advising Effectiveness Apr 13, 2018 3:05 PM Lori Schultz, assistant director of advising, and adviser Melissa Webb were awarded the 2018 Outstanding Advising and Mentoring Program Award for the “fundamental and personal” difference they have made to the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering’s student advising program.

Art Supply Depo hosting photo exhibit by BGSU alumna Mar 21, 2018 9:00 AM Art Supply Depo, 435 E. Wooster St. in Bowling Green, is hosting "Test Plot," a 13-photo exhibit by BGSU alumna Bianca Garza, a 2012 graduate in visual communication technology. Juxtaposing the natural with the manmade, Garza’s images of found objects are disturbing but subtle reminders of society’s effects on earth.

Meet the 2018 Hatchlings Mar 12, 2018 9:00 AM Bowling Green State University student entrepreneurs will present their business ideas to alumni investors during The Hatch on April 19, vying for funds to launch their businesses in a format similar to the popular television show “Shark Tank.” The event will be streamed to Hatch watch parties across the country.

Home football game academic recognition Jan 3, 2018 2:00 PM Two of our academic programs were featured at home football games this past fall: Mechatronics Engineering Technology and Aviation.

Co-op experience builds confidence and career in construction Dec 20, 2017 3:30 PM Like most students, Yasimin Kelly from BGSU’s College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering was preparing herself for life after graduation to ensure that she had enough experience to get a job. After participating in a construction management co-op, Kelly succeeded in landing that job before graduation.

Co-op program celebrates golden anniversary Dec 20, 2017 3:30 PM This year marks the 50-year anniversary of the Cooperative Education Program in the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering at Bowling Green State University. The BGSU mission is to prepare students for lifelong career growth and the college supports that mission by encouraging experiential learning opportunities through mandatory co-op requirements.

Hansford library Dec 20, 2017 3:30 PM Father and son alumni continue their series of designs for local Little Free Libraries based on the national program of “take a book, leave a book.” Patrick Hansford and Nicholas Hansford graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelor of Science in Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Architecture respectively.

School of the Built Environment founded with new director Dec 20, 2017 3:30 PM The School of the Built Environment housed within the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering, comprises of the Department of Architecture and Environmental Design and the Department of Construction Management, two units of established histories, collaborations and synergies. Beginning spring semester 2018, Dr. Arsenio Rodrigues is poised to take on the leadership reins of the school in the capacity of director.

Mills named to Ohio Aviation Association board Dec 15, 2017 11:57 AM Dr. Russell W. Mills, an associate professor of aviation studies and political science, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Ohio Aviation Association, the association announced Dec. 13. The organization is the voice of aviation in Ohio and serves to advocate for all the Ohio airports.

Class of 2017 Success Stories: Hands-on experience serves BGSU architecture major well Dec 15, 2017 9:59 AM Khoa Truong’s father and grandfather were both carpenters in Vietnam and he grew up taking art classes through grade school and high school. When deciding on what to study at BGSU, he figured architecture was the perfect blend of his family’s background and his talents.

BGSU to hold commencement Friday, Saturday Dec 8, 2017 2:26 PM BGSU will celebrate its 290th graduation in two ceremonies in the Stroh Center Friday (Dec. 15) and Saturday (Dec. 16). The December graduating class includes 954 candidates. Among the undergraduates, 56 will be presented associate degrees and 682 bachelor’s degrees. Of those, 142 have received honors for their high grade point averages.

Flight Team Soars Dec 4, 2017 8:26 AM The BGSU Flight Team recently earned the Safety Award and made it into the top 10 in five out of nine events at the National Intercollegiate Flying Association Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference Region III competition. The team also had eight top 10 finishers.

Flying Falcon Nov 19, 2017 12:15 AM When Logan Riley entered Bowling Green State University’s aviation program as a freshman in August, he had something that most of his classmates did not. He was already a licensed pilot.

VCT program at BGSU Firelands opens up dream opportunity Nov 6, 2017 8:16 AM Chad Butler, a visual communications technology major at BGSU Firelands, interned over the summer with NFL Films. More than 1,600 videographers applied, and he was one of the few chosen for what essentially was a three-month tryout to assist one of NFL Films’ best cameramen for the 2017 NFL season.

Maumee Valley Country Day wins Falcon BEST Robotics 2017 competition Nov 3, 2017 4:08 PM Eighteen high school teams competed in the Falcon BEST Robotics 2017 event, held Oct. 28 at the Stroh Center, but none better than Maumee Valley Country Day School from Toledo. This was is the fifth consecutive year that Bowling Green State University has hosted the event.

Toledo Public Schools, BGSU develop pathway for students to earn transfer credits Oct 26, 2017 2:30 PM Toledo Public Schools and BGSU have developed a pathway for TPS aerospace students to earn transfer credits to the University. The partnership will provide a seamless pathway between the Aerospace and Natural Science Academy of Toledo and associate and bachelor’s degree programs at BGSU.

Falcon BEST Robotics competition gets high school students fired up Oct 20, 2017 3:55 PM The Falcon BEST Robotics 2017 competition will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Stroh Center. It is the fifth consecutive year that Bowling Green State University has hosted the event, which is designed to promote early interest in the STEM field.

2017 Academy of Distinguished Alumni honored during Homecoming Oct 16, 2017 12:00 AM The 2017 Academy of Distinguished Alumni ceremony was held on Oct. 12 in the Lenhart Grand Ballroom of the Bowen-Thompson Student Union. Recognized were Gregory L. Forte ’76, Asim Husain ’95, Robert “Bob” B. Rothermel ’65, Julie A. Schmelzle ’86 and Dr. Tom Shehab ’90.

BGSU trustees support progress of academic programs, campus improvements Oct 13, 2017 3:45 PM The Bowling Green State University Board of Trustees at its Oct. 13 meeting continued to lay the groundwork for academic programming and campus capital projects that will enhance student learning and career preparedness.

New Collab Lab is ‘idea accelerator’ Oct 11, 2017 3:57 PM Bowling Green State University’s new Collab Lab is a walk-in resource on the first floor of Jerome Library offering expanded and expansive opportunities for collaboration among faculty and staff who either have an idea they would like to explore or a problem they need to solve.

Princeton Review names BGSU a ‘Green College’ Sep 25, 2017 10:00 AM BGSU is among the nation’s most environmentally responsible colleges, according to the 2017 Princeton Review Guide to 375 Green Colleges. The review chose the colleges based on data from the company’s 2016-17 survey of hundreds of four-year colleges concerning their commitment to the environment and sustainability.

PLA scholarship gives wings to incoming freshman’s dreams Aug 21, 2017 12:00 AM For Afi-Setut A-Alkebu-Lan, her love of flight all started with a trip to Japan. She plans to stand out at BGSU by majoring in aviation engineering technology and as a recipient of PLA scholarship.

Class of 2017 Success Stories: Taking flight in BGSU’s aviation program Aug 7, 2017 12:15 AM Samantha Hannon just graduated from BGSU as an aviation management and operation major but has been working in her career field since December. She is a customer service representative at Million Air Orlando and is responsible for making sure the day-to-day operations of the airline’s fixed-base operator run smoothly.

Kolla shared knowledge, conducted research as Fulbright-Nehru Scholar in India Aug 2, 2017 1:57 PM Dr. Sri Kolla, a professor of electronics and computer engineering technology, spent four months teaching and researching as a Fulbright-Nehru Scholar, traveling from the far south of India to the heights of Nepal. His fellowship grant was “Smart Grid: Artificial Intelligence Techniques in Electric Energy Systems Operation and Control.”

Lake Erie teaches important lessons to BGSU faculty Jul 17, 2017 7:00 AM An intrepid group of BGSU faculty administrators set sail to learn more about hands-on STEM education and undergraduate research. They learned from Dr. George Bullerjahn how to collect samples for water quality testing and about University research into the toxic algae that often invades Lake Erie and Sandusky Bay.

Falcons in the Crowd: Isaiah Vazquez Jul 10, 2017 12:30 AM What makes BGSU so great? All of our unique students! Check out Falcons in the Crowd, and hear from them about what they like most about BGSU, what they're involved in and more.

BGSU study aims to help communities, airports attract air service Jul 5, 2017 1:53 PM A new Bowling Green State University study aims to provide information and guidance to help communities and even major airports get and keep passenger routes. The project will develop research into the use of incentives by airports and communities to attract and retain air service.

Postcard from Abroad: Sarah Selzer Jul 3, 2017 12:00 AM Bowling Green State University VCT student Sarah Selzer shares her experiences studying abroad – from making friends from all over the world to navigating a small city the size of Bowling Green and traveling in Europe. Selzer spent the semester studying at Aberystwyth University in Wales.

Trustees set stage for fall semester Jun 22, 2017 2:01 PM At its final meeting of the academic year on June 22, the Bowling Green State University Board of Trustees took steps to prepare for 2017-18. One college will begin the year with a new name that better expresses its mission and vision. The trustees approved the renaming of the College of Business Administration to simply the College of Business, which is broader and does not limit its identity.

Globetrotting from Guam May 22, 2017 7:30 AM Gary Schoenhals, 36, a master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force stationed in Guam, had worked too hard for too long to let traveling halfway around the globe stop him from receiving his diploma in person from Bowling Green State University.

Class of 2017 Success Stories: President’s Award recipient prides herself on hard work May 12, 2017 10:17 AM Meghan Murray, a third-generation Falcon and a President’s Award recipient, is graduating from BGSU’s visual communication technology program with a 4.0 GPA. During her time at the University, Murray edited a national PBS show while at WBGU-TV and helped edit an Emmy Award-nominated documentary.

Achievement honored at 288th BGSU commencement May 3, 2017 1:51 PM Degree candidates at the University’s commencement ceremonies Friday (May 5) and Saturday (May 6) heard from alumni who have gone on to distinguished careers in academia, the Coast Guard and the financial services industry. The Bowling Green campus held three ceremonies, all in the Stroh Center.

10 alumni honored at College Alumni Awards event Mar 20, 2017 7:00 AM For more than 100 years, Bowling Green State University has celebrated accomplished individuals for service to their professions, their communities and to the University. On March 18, 10 alumni were honored for their contributions at the College Alumni Awards. Alumni were chosen to represent each of the University’s colleges, highlighting the diverse disciplines of a comprehensive university.

‘Always Ready, Always There’ Jan 23, 2017 7:00 AM As a Bowling Green State University student employee in the Office of Nontraditional and Military Student Services, Keylin Freeman, who is also a member of the National Guard, stands ready to help other veterans navigate college.

Kolla to teach, research as Fulbright-Nehru Fellow in India Jan 4, 2017 12:21 PM Dr. Sri Kolla, a professor of electronics and computer engineering technologies, will serve this year in India as a Fulbright-Nehru Scholar at the Indian Institute of Science. Kolla will teach classes and work with researchers to develop systems that conserve electrical energy and properly control the electrical power network.

2016 Success Stories: Built for the family business Dec 12, 2016 7:00 AM Even though Shawn Murphy comes from a construction family, he believes his career will be built to last thanks to his degree from Bowling Green State University. Murphy is graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in construction management from the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering.

Connecting flight Nov 28, 2016 7:00 AM Aviation student Carson Blaisdell has many reasons to attend BGSU. They include a “family-like environment,” small class sizes, a brand new fleet of aircraft, an on-campus airport and a family connection to Amelia Earhart. Blaisdell’s great-great aunt was friends with Earhart, and family artifacts prove it.

Building partnerships with science Nov 14, 2016 7:00 AM The fourth annual Falcon BEST robotics competition this fall at BGSU had it all. It featured a sportslike atmosphere with teams’ friends, family members and interested onlookers cheering from the stands. Yes, it’s fun to cheer for science. Just ask First Solar and The Lathrop Co.

Flying high Nov 7, 2016 7:00 AM Aviation student Bryan Bills was honored earlier this year at the Military Appreciation football game. During the presentation, Bills shared a football signed by Ohio National Guard soldiers while in Kuwait, Iraq, Jordan and Afghanistan. The football was part of a care package sent to Bills while he was deployed in Afghanistan.

Author captures children’s hearts Oct 31, 2016 7:00 AM A book by BGSU alumna Ana Crespo '02 about a Brazilian boy who finds a clever way to make his own soccer ball has earned an award. Crespo received the 2016 International Latino Book Award in the “Best Latino-Focused Children’s Picture Books, Bilingual” category for “The Sock Thief: A Soccer Story.”

Princeton Review names BGSU a ‘green college’ Oct 26, 2016 3:57 PM BGSU is among the nation’s most environmentally responsible colleges, according to the 2016 Princeton Review Guide to 361 Green Colleges. The review chose the colleges for the seventh annual edition based on data from the company’s 2015-16 survey of hundreds of four-year colleges concerning their commitment to the environment and sustainability.

Designing a career at YouTube Oct 17, 2016 7:00 AM If you've ever watched videos on YouTube or subscribed to any of the site's channels, chances are that experience was made possible by Bowling Green State University alumna Whitney Taylor '09. Taylor, who played for the Women’s Basketball team, works for Google, and is a senior interaction designer at YouTube.

Fall flight competition Oct 17, 2016 7:00 AM You might have noticed that campus was abuzz last week even though it was Fall Break. That’s because the Falcon Flight Team was one of five schools participating in the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (SAFECON) Region III competition at the BG Flight Center and Wood County Airport.

Alexander Heckman at Nextant Aerospace and Constant Aviation Sep 5, 2016 7:00 AM This summer I had the immense pleasure of interning at not one, but two private aviation sister companies. I am not a fool, I know many students across the country would do almost anything to secure an internship in their desired field at one organization’s corporate headquarters, let alone two. Allow me to add a bit of context as to how I was able to have this opportunity.

New Faculty Athletics Representatives to carry on legacy of Meserve Sep 1, 2016 6:00 AM Dr. Ray Schneider, an associate professor of sport management, and Dr. Donna Trautman, chair of the visual communications and technology education department, have been selected as BGSU’s next Faculty Athletics Representatives, following on the work of Dr. Lee Meserve, who has held the position for nearly 20 years.

Spirit of Innovation to come alive at the new collab lab Aug 29, 2016 1:26 PM The new Collab Lab will be a hands-on, creative space for BGSU students, faculty, staff and community members to engage in collaborative work. Its goal will be to support teams of innovators working together to conceive, create, develop and refine new products and services that leverage the unique talents inherent to the University community.

Class of 2016 Success Stories: Groundbreaking research Aug 1, 2016 7:00 AM If road construction delays become less noticeable in the future, you might have two BGSU graduate students to thank for it. While working toward their doctoral degrees, Lameck Onsarigo and Simon Adamtey have introduced two more cost effective alternative methods of construction which offer better alternatives for culvert installations.

A warm, Falcon welcome Jul 28, 2016 11:12 AM Sharon Belkofer, a member of the Falcon Family, introduced President Barack Obama at the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday night in Philadelphia. Belkofer’s son Lt. Col. Thomas Belkofer, a 1992 BGSU alumnus, was killed in Kabul, Afghanistan, in 2010 when a Taliban suicide bomber targeted his NATO convoy.

International destination Jun 20, 2016 7:00 AM Abdoulie Jaiteh discovered Bowling Green State University through a simple internet search. That may be how Jaiteh, Class of 2017, arrived at Bowling Green from Gambia, Africa, but the individual attention he’s received from faculty and many leadership opportunities on campus are what has kept him at BGSU.

Master of Architecture’s first class graduates Jun 6, 2016 9:56 AM Sean J. Bostater, Shilpa Mehta, Timur Rashidovich Valiulin, James Alexander Wilson and Matt Zix are the first students to have master’s degrees of architecture from Bowling Green State University. The National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) has granted BGSU's Department of Architecture and Environmental Design continuing candidacy for its Master of Architecture professional degree.

Air Superiority Jun 6, 2016 7:00 AM The Bowling Green Flight Center added five new aircraft, all Piper Warriors, for BGSU Aviation students to pilot. Three of the Warriors are brand-new models purchased directly from the manufacturer, Piper Aircraft. The BG Flight Center also purchased a 2006 model and a 2002 model and completely refurbished them from tip to tail.

Iron workers May 30, 2016 7:00 AM BGSU alumnus Mike Bishop works with the College of Technology, Architecture & Applied Engineering to create and patent a better golf club. Four BGSU seniors in their capstone class in mechanical design have aided his effort to build an iron that surpasses current market offerings.

Fifteen faculty receive emeritus status May 18, 2016 2:45 PM The Board of Trustees granted emeritus status to 15 retired or retiring faculty members on May 6. Emeritus status is conferred in recognition of distinguished service to the University. Individuals must have been at the University for at least 10 years and been recommended by their department for the designation.

Carver, Strickland honored for selfless leadership, service May 18, 2016 2:00 PM Classified Staff Council presented Outstanding Service Awards to Terry Carver, an administrative secretary in the Division of Recreation and Wellness, and Kim Strickland, a senior fiscal coordinator in the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering. Each received a $1,000 check and a plaque bearing her name.

Class of 2016 Success Stories: Feeling at home at BGSU May 16, 2016 7:00 AM Yogitha Malkireddy transferred to Bowling Green State University to major in electronics and computer engineering technology. Not only did Malkireddy graduate from the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering, but she was able to get acclimated to American culture along the way.

BGSU celebrates 285th graduation May 7, 2016 4:02 PM Bowling Green State University held its 285th commencement this past weekend, with more than 2,200 candidates in the graduating class. Commencement included the presentation of an honorary degree and addresses from alumni.

Act with integrity May 7, 2016 7:00 AM When Dr. Dean Bresciani graduated from Bowling Green State University 31 years ago, he never imagined that one day he would be giving a commencement speech to a new class of Falcon alumni. But Friday night the 14th president of North Dakota State University had the opportunity to do just that.

Class of 2016 Success Stories: Online program fits busy lifestyle May 7, 2016 7:00 AM Jamie Kaplan graduated from one of BGSU's eCampus programs and is continuing his career as a recreational therapist at a VA hospital working with traumatic brain injury patients. His patients' injuries stem from military accidents, gunshot wounds, car accidents, and strokes and Kaplan is using 3D printing to enhance their therapy.

Board approves faculty contract, administrative fees May 6, 2016 4:03 PM The BGSU Board of Trustees on May 6 approved the next collective bargaining agreement with the BGSU Faculty Association along with new administrative fees for two colleges and the naming of the renovated South Hall.

Faculty climb academic ladder with tenure, promotion May 6, 2016 4:02 PM The BGSU Board of Trustees acknowledged and celebrated the accomplishments of faculty from a number of colleges May 6 with the granting of promotions and for some, tenure. Thirteen were promoted to full professor, 15 received promotion to associate professor with tenure.

BGSU to hold commencement Friday, Saturday May 2, 2016 12:00 AM The University will celebrate its 285th graduation in three ceremonies in the Stroh Center Friday (May 6) and Saturday (May 7). The graduating class includes 2,287 candidates. Speaking will be alumni Maribeth Rahe, Dean Bresciani, Holly Horn, Jason “Jay” Crawford, and D. Craig Rathbun.

Students ‘Hatch’ entrepreneurial ideas Apr 8, 2016 4:00 PM For the last 10 weeks, Hatchlings, BGSU students selected to participate in The Hatch, have been working on business presentations with alumni mentors. This effort culminated in the pitch of their ideas to alumni investors in hopes of obtaining funding to “hatch” their venture.

Falcon BEST gets a boost Feb 1, 2016 7:00 AM The crowd inside the “Stroh” is animated and energized. As the competitors battle it out on the arena floor, the mascots go through their machinations, the bands fill the air with brass tones and drum beats, and the cheer squads chant support. Are they watching the next basketball star headed for the NBA? No, this is the Falcon BEST Robotics Competition.

Falcon Fighter Pilot Jan 11, 2016 7:00 AM Becky Ohm ‘95 and her husband own a coffee shop within a 15-minute car ride north of Bowling Green State University’s campus, but it’s within a “blink of an eye” when flying in an F-16 Falcon. Ohm should know, she was a fighter pilot for 14 years.

Class of 2015 Success Stories: Classes and co-ops deliver the skills Dec 21, 2015 8:49 AM In high school Collin Dozier was compelled by design, but wasn’t sure which college to attend or which program he was interested in until he heard about Bowling Green State University’s Visual Communication Technology (VCT) program and the co-op opportunities as part of the curriculum.

Two engineering technology programs receive ABET accreditation Aug 13, 2015 2:05 PM The University's bachelor's degree programs in Engineering Technology and Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology now have the added distinction of being accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, becoming the first ABET-accredited programs at BGSU.

Class of 2015 Success Stories: Double major builds collaborations Aug 10, 2015 7:00 AM Douglas Furia from West Chester, Ohio, near Cincinnati, knew he wanted to study architectural engineering, but when it came to deciding between Bowling Green State University or the University of Cincinnati, he chose BGSU. Even though BGSU didn’t specially offer architectural engineering, it did offer architecture and environmental design, and construction management programs. BGSU also provided Furia more scholarship support than Cincinnati, so he decided to take double majors. He would learn the artistic and design background from architecture and the technical background from construction management.

Streichler, Dean Emeritus of the College of Technology Jul 6, 2015 8:00 AM Dr. Jerry Streichler, former professor of technology and the founding dean of the College of Technology at Bowling Green State University, passed away on July 3, 2015.

Class of 2015 Success Stories: Google Grad May 4, 2015 7:00 AM Ever curious about the digital world, Rita DeRaedt discovered the fun of playing with computer programs at a young age. By 14 she owned her own copy of Photoshop and by 15, after teaching herself how to design and code websites, she was taking on freelance projects for both local and international companies.

BGSU, BG Flight Center open new facility Apr 20, 2015 2:43 PM The Bowling Green State University aviation program and Bowling Green Flight Center officially opened the new 16,800 square-foot facility today (April 17).

Visual Communication Mar 16, 2015 7:00 AM As part of the Putnam Adolescent Response Team for Youth (P.A.R.T.Y.), Schroeder worked with other high schoolers across the county to create awareness campaigns on issues ranging from suicide prevention, underage drinking and peer pressure.

Driving toward a dream Mar 2, 2015 7:00 AM Basil Alholaily came from Saudi Arabia to Bowling Green State University to pursue his dream of a college degree. Little did he know that during his time in the United States he would get a chance to fulfill a childhood dream, as well.

My Summer Experience: Travis Robertson Sep 1, 2014 7:00 AM During this past summer, I was blessed with the opportunity to work at a charter jet company called Majestic Jet, located in Pompano Beach, Fla. Throughout the summer I was able to learn what really went into running a flight company by getting hands on experience.

Alumnus Soars Jul 28, 2014 7:00 AM Having spent his entire career in the military, before retiring as a Senior Master Sergeant (E-8) Robert Gauthier decided to advance his education and career by completing a bachelor’s degree. At about the same time he retired from the Air Force in October 2013, he received a Bachelor of Science in Technology degree from BGSU, though he never stepped foot on the campus. His degree in learning design and technology (LDT) was done completely online and during times that were convenient for him to “attend classes.”

Across the Spectrum Jun 30, 2014 7:00 AM More than 20 years ago, faculty in the Visual Communication Technology program at Bowling Green State University took a risk. They made a deliberate decision to jump into digital imaging technology, which was just coming into the mainstream for production.

VCT: The Beginning Jun 30, 2014 7:00 AM Dr. William Travers Jerome III was a change agent when he arrived in 1963 as the sixth president of BGSU. For one of his initiatives, Jerome hired Dr. Jerry Streichler to lead a major effort to develop and implement curricula that would more truly reflect the technology (processes and organization) of various categories of industry. The goal was to replace the “shop teacher” education programs with curricula that would better prepare teachers for the schools and also prepare specialists to serve in leadership positions in diverse industries.

BGSU, BG Flight Center break ground on new facility Jun 26, 2014 10:25 AM The Bowling Green State University aviation program and Bowling Green Flight Center started the next expansion phase this morning (June 26) with the official groundbreaking for a 16,800 square-foot facility.

Taking Flight Mar 24, 2014 6:30 AM The community has had its first look at a fleet of planes and an architectural rendering of a new flight center that are part of a partnership for flight training at Bowling Green State University. The enterprise will provide greater opportunities for students, along with helping fill the world’s growing need for trained pilots and other employees in the aviation industry.

BGSU introduces new planes for privatized flight school operations Mar 17, 2014 2:28 PM The community has had its first look at a fleet of planes that are part of a new partnership for flight training at Bowling Green State University. The enterprise will provide greater opportunities for students, along helping fill the country’s growing need for trained pilots and employees with aviation industry skills.

BGSU recognizes 2018 10 Under 10 honorees From basketball coaches and photographers, to environmentalists and advocates, leaders and visionaries, risk takers and dreamers, recent Falcon alumni are changing lives for the world. To honor the accomplishments of our recent alumni, the BGSU 10 Under 10 Award was established. The 2018 class was honored during Homecoming Oct. 12.

BGSU to hold commencement Dec. 13, 14 Bowling Green State University will celebrate its 296th graduation in two ceremonies at the Stroh Center Dec. 13 and Dec. 14. Alumnae addressing the candidates include Sheryl Maxfield ’81 and Laurie Stevenson ’88, who are both members of Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s Cabinet. The December graduating class includes 1,047 candidates.

Facility Groundbreaking for BGSU School of the Built Environment | June 24, 11:30 a.m.