This academic conference explores how popular culture and class are deeply connected. By highlighting the importance of class consciousness, we aim to spark meaningful conversations and practical ideas for change in and outside of the ‘ivory tower.’Join us for two full days of conference presentations, roundtable discussions, and workshops. Featuring Invited Speakers Heather Andolina: “The Melungeons of Appalachia,” and Daniel Burnfin, “Social Classes and Social Ontology: Reconsidering Some Classics of Political Economy.” Free event online and in person.

Inspired by Ray Browne, the founder of Popular Culture Studies at BGSU, this conference seeks to give “education a broader base and greater richness” through the exploration of why and how popular culture and class are interconnected. A scholar and teacher who saw popular culture as a tool to bring together the working-class students and the elitism of academia to create a new curriculum, Browne’s legacy of inclusion and effecting change is at the heart of this year’s Class Con.As class studies are often niche, invisible, or non-existent within many cultural studies programs, we hope to draw attention to the discipline and the broader need for class consciousness. By understanding and breaking down the structures and systems that uphold our modern class structure, this conference aims to make meaningful change both in and outside of the academic ivory tower. Specifically, with this conference we hope to brainstorm, workshop, and develop a pedagogic approach to bringing class studies into the classroom while also giving a voice to the students most impacted by economic uncertainties.Free Event Online and in PersonThis event is supported by the Stoddard and O’Neill School of Critical and Cultural Studies Fund and by:BGSU University LibrariesSchool of Cultural and Critical StudiesInstitute for the Study of Culture and SocietyDepartment of EnglishRay Browne Association (RBA)

Pickleball at the Student Recreation CenterJanuary 13 – May 2Available on Fridays on the MAC Court from 11 AM – 1 PMEquipment available for complimentary use. SRC membership not required for pickleball play during these specified times. Reserve a court at https://www.bgsu.edu/recwell/student-recreation-center/MACReservations.htmlFun, social & enjoyed by all skill levels – pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports nationwideFor more information contact Julia Adams:jthatch@bgsu.edu, recwell@bgsu.edu, 419.372.2000 or 419.372.7458

In this webinar, we will explore the graduate programs offered at Bowling Green State University. Topics will also include admissions requirements, campus services, the application process, tuition and fees and financial support. There will also be an opportunity for Q and A.Register Now!

Would you like to learn more about BGSU One Day? This annual giving initiative supports our work to provide the best possible student experience and to fulfill our mission as a public university for the public good.Join us for a virtual question and answer session on Zoom with Assistant Director of Annual Giving, Rachel Wells, to learn how you can be more involved to support your college or unit for One Day.Learn more about BGSU One Day.

Facilitators: Holly Barber, Instructional Designer, Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) & Anna Rood, Instructional Designer, Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE)Session Type: Interactive WorkshopSession Categories: Outcomes & Assessment, Pedagogical InnovationDuration: 1.5 hoursLocation: Online via ZoomDescription & Learning Outcomes:In this workshop, you will learn how to create a New Quiz in Canvas and how to set up quiz settings. New Quizzes is an updated assessment engine that integrates with Canvas and replaces the Classic Quizzes functionality. You will explore new question types such as Categorization, Ordering, and Hot Spots as well as discuss how to manage item banks. You will have an opportunity to create questions in an item bank in one of your Canvas courses and utilize the item bank in a quiz.In this session, you will:Identify question types. Explore what the student sees when taking a quiz. Discuss how to moderate exams for accessibility. Create and utilize a New Quiz item bank. To register for this event, use the Spring 2025 CFE-Facilitated Session Registration Form.Advance registration is required. Registration will close one business day before the scheduled event. You will receive an Outlook invite with the Zoom link (if applicable) one day before the event.To find out more information about this event, visit the Session Catalog page of the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) website.If you have any questions about this event, email the CFE at cfe@bgsu.eduIf you need special services, assistance or appropriate modifications to fully participate in the event, please contact the CFE office or Accessibility Services at access@bgsu.edu or 419-372-8495. Please notify Accessibility Services and/or the CFE office prior to the event.