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.

The Midterm Grading Period runs from Feb. 24-March 16.Midterm grades help you answer the question, “What would my final grade be if the semester ended today?” Instructors can submit grades at any time throughout this period, so you should check your grades often.Midterm grade details can help provide insight to adjust your academic performance.

Audition Day for prospective DMA candidates.

As part of Bowling Green State University’s annual Black History Month celebration and programming, the University will host its 25th Black Issues Conference (BIC). The conference will focus on the theme “Reviving, Renewing, Rebuilding." This year’s conference will feature keynote speaker Hill Harper and a closing performance by world-renowned jazz musicians.Registration for this event is now closed. An overview of the schedule and session descriptions, can be found here.Conference highlightsHonoring 100 years of the life and legacy of BGSU writer-in-residence (1978) and Distinguished Visiting Professor of Ethnic Studies (1979) James BaldwinCelebrating the skills, talents and contributions of the Black communitySpotlighting prominent alumni, faculty, faculty emeriti and community membersWith an emphasis on life and career design, the event’s lead sponsor is the Kuhlin Hub for Career Design and Connections, which serves all Bowling Green students in preparation for a lifetime of careers through coaching, employment services and connections with companies and alumni. Panel discussions at the event will include how alumni have used the skills they gained during their college experience in their careers and community engagement.We look forward to this day of dialogue and connection as part of Black History Month programming.Please email bic@bgsu.edu for more information.

Join the Center for Women and Gender Equity on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 in BTSU 207 for the Women of Color Leadership Summit, an annual event that brings women of color activist-scholars to BGSU to discuss the contributions women of color have made to leadership, activism, and advocacy in their communities and more broadly.This year, the CWGE is collaborating with the Center for Student Connection and Opportunity to integrate the Women of Color Leadership event into the 25th annual Black Issues Conference--allowing us to create a Women of Color Leadership track with invited panelists in the morning sessions and other presenters in the afternoon.This year, our panel includes Ash Moon, the Anti-Human Trafficking Specialist and Shelter Advocate at The Cocoon; licensed independent social worker, community advocate, and champion for health equity, BreAnn Nelson; and Kelli Daniels, owner and lead consultant of JAYRAMON LLC.Guest speakers will participate in a moderated panel from 9:30-10:25 am, followed by an in-depth Q&A session from 10:30 - 11:25 am. If you are unable to attend the first session, you may still attend the second.To RSVP, please contact cwge@bgsu.edu and indicate if you would like to attend virtually or in-person.

Stop in Falcon Square, North, and grab a FREE bite to eat and chat with Dean Dr. Carter about how your semester is going!