2025 New Student Housing Giveaway!25 lucky winners will get to pick a room in the residence hall of their choice before room selection officially begins, for themself AND a roommate of their choice! That's up to 50 winners – and the earlier you sign your housing agreement, the more chances you have to win!________________________How to EnterSign the 2025-26 Housing and Dining Agreement between Jan. 6 through April 30, 2025.You must be a new student admitted to BGSU for the Fall 2025 Semester to qualify.The month you sign your Housing and Dining Agreement determines how many entries you have into the contest. Each month five winners will be selected.Jan. 6-31 = 4 total entriesFeb. 1-28 = 3 total entriesMarch 1-31 = 2 total entriesApril 1-30 = 1 total entry​​​​​​​This year, an additional 5 students who sign their Housing and Dining Agreement on Jan. 6 will be selected to pick their room before selection!Complete your Housing Agreement TODAY!If you win, you can pick a bed in Centennial Hall, Conklin Hall, Kohl Hall, McDonald Hall, Kreischer or Offenhauer Towers – for yourself and one new BGSU student of your choice.New students who wish to live in Founders Hall must be members of the Honors Learning Community. Because of this, Founders Hall will not be available to select through this giveaway.The randomized drawing will occur by the third day of each month up until May 3. The Office of Student Housing will reach out to each winner through BGSU email and the phone number on file - make sure you have your voicemail box set up! If a winner doesn't respond within 24 hours, their right to the prize will be forfeited, and a new winner will be selected.Upon accepting the prize by picking a room before standard room selection, winners agree to participate in social media and other marketing efforts to promote the giveaway.When contacted, the Office of Student Housing will discuss with each winner how to select a room for themself and their chosen roommate.________________________Important Details:Students are not required to have their $200 initial housing payment made to be eligible to win. However, before any student can be assigned to a room, the initial housing payment must be paid.The additional student who is pulled into the room by a winner must have their housing and meal plan agreement signed and paid their $200 initial payment at the time of the room selection. They must also be a new incoming student admitted at BGSU to qualify.This prize does not offer any discount on the housing rate, and each student assigned to a room through this giveaway will be responsible for the full payment of the room in accordance with their student bill. Cancellations to the agreement by May 1, 2025, will receive a 100% refund and will not be billed. Cancellations after May 1, 2025, will be granted in accordance with the forfeiture schedule.If the winner does not submit an eligible student to be their roommate by the Office of Student Housing deadline, the remaining space will be forfeited.Once a student has won one of the 20 prizes, they will no longer be eligible to win the remaining prizes for this giveaway. Students who have agreed to be the roommate of one of the winners will also not be eligible.The beds selected by the winner and their roommate must be assigned to the same building. Any student who is assigned to a room through this giveaway does not have the right to their room assignment. If one of the students decides to do a room change into a different room/building or cancels their contract, the vacant bed will open up to standard room selection, and a random roommate may be assigned.Returning students who will be enrolled full-time at BGSU are not eligible to win. The Office of Student Housing is not responsible for prize notifications being marked as spam, junk or otherwise hidden from the recipient.

BGSU Firelands Career Day offers students the opportunity to explore career pathways, connect with professionals and develop skills to prepare for their next steps.Career Programming Day Date: Tuesday, March 18 Location: Falcon Square & Room 163 NorthEvent Details:Walk-Up Career Advising Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: Falcon SquareMeet with representatives from the Kuhlin Career Hub for quick career advice, resume reviews, and interview prep — no appointment necessary.Presentations Location: Room 163 North (with Zoom option coming soon for online students)12:20 p.m.: Introduction to Kuhlin Career Hub and available services12:40 p.m.: How to start your job search processGoodwill Resource Table Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: Falcon SquareLearn about the services and resources Goodwill offers to support your job search, including professional attire and career development tools.

Join us for a free, empowering event in honor of Women's History Month! This special class features a 30-mintute express cycle class followed by a 30-minute educational session focused on women's health. Learn how to track your menstrual cycle, understand what your body is doing in each phase and discover how to tailor your wellness routine for your body's needs.What to Expect6-6:30 p.m. - Cycle Class Get your heart rate racing in this exciting, express cycle class. Whether you're new to cycling or an experienced rider, this class is sure to be a fun boost to your week in a supportive environment.6:30-7 p.m. - Educational Session After the cycle class, join us for a valuable session on understanding your menstual cycle. Learn how to track your cycle, tips to adjust your workouts to fit each phase and improve your overall wellness.Why You Should AttendFree Fitness Class: Get a great workout with no cost to you. Make sure to bring a friend!Learn About Your Body: Understand your menstrual cycle and how it impacts your overall health.Expert Guidance: Gain practical knowledge from experts on how to better align your wellness routine with your cycle for improved health.How to RegisterReserve your bike in advance by pre-registering on the MyRec portalSelect 'BGSU MyRec Login' and log in using your BGSU username and passwordSelect 'Fitness' > 'Group Classes' and choose the Free Women's History Month Cycle ClassDon't miss this unique opportunity to learn, move and celebrate women's empowerment! Spots are limited, so act fast!For More Information, contact Ashley Hartman at ashthom@bgsu.edu.-----Women’s History Month This event is part of Women’s History Month at BGSU. Explore all of the events hosted by the campus community to honor, celebrate and learn more about women’s history all month long.

Learn taijutsu, a traditional Japanese martial art focused on self-awareness and natural body movement for self-defense. Taijutsu involves unarmed techniques for striking, kicking, blocking, grappling and throwing, traditional weapon techniques, and methods of evasion and escape from dangerous situations.Who can attend?Open to BGSU students, faculty and staff, ages 14 and up. All ability levels are welcomeWhy you should attend Classes are conducted in a supportive environment through which participants can improve their physical, menta, and spiritual well-being.How to attendDrop in to join this 6-7:30 p.m. class hosted on Tuesday class between Jan. 14-April 29. (Class will not be hosted during spring break.)Class is hosted in the Martial Arts Studio (#38) in the sub-basement at the Student Rec CenterAdvance registration is not required.Wear comfortable clothing. About the instructor Instructed by BGSU Chief Well-Being Officer, Ben Batey. Ben is a licensed instructor with over 20 years of experience in the art of Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu and currently holds the rank of 6th degree black belt.For More Information, contact Ben Batey at bbatey@bgsu.edu.

Join us for an exciting afternoon of crafting and community in honor of Women's History Month. This fun, relaxed event invites all skill levels to get creative and connect with others while celebrating the achievements of women throughout history.Free Crafting Materials and Light SnacksAll craft materials are provided, so all you need to bring is your creativity! Enjoy light snacks as you create your masterpiece and engage with other participants in a welcoming atmosphere.Why You Should AttendConnect with others: Meet new people and build community while celebrating Women's History MonthCreative Expression: Crafting is for everyone! Whether you're a beginner or craft master, it's the perfect chance to connect with your artistic side.Celebrate Women's Achievements: Get motivated to create by celebrating women's empowerment and achievements.Stop by any time from 3 to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays in March. It's the perfect way to spend an afternoon–get crafty, be inspired and connect with community!------Women’s History Month This event is part of Women’s History Month at BGSU. Explore all of the events hosted by the campus community to honor, celebrate and learn more about women’s history all month long.

Join us for the 2025 Women's History Month Public Lecture, presented by the Department of History at BGSU.Dr. Tracey Hanshew, of Eastern Oregon University, will present her research on rural women in the American West. Dr. Hanshew will explore the iconic cowgirl image and its significant roles within the Western genre. This topic will resonate with enthusiasts of popular culture, sports, performance, feminism and American history alike.Why You Should AttendExplore rural women's role in shaping the American West.Understand the cultural significance of the cowgirl image in shaping both history and modern media.Engage with an expert in American history and feminism, and ask questions during the lecture.This lecture is free and open to the public. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from an expert in the field and gain a deeper understanding of how women have been portrayed in Western culture.------Women’s History Month This event is part of Women’s History Month at BGSU. Explore all of the events hosted by the campus community to honor, celebrate and learn more about women’s history all month long.