In addition to the physical health benefits of exercise, regular physical activity can positively impact your brain function, boost your mood, and help reduce stress, along with many other enhancements to mental health. Join us for these fun, low-impact movement sessions.Available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:10 – 12:50 PM in Jerome Library Room 142Registration is not required. Please bring your own yoga mat or towelNo classes Oct. 7 & Nov. 11Interested in hosting a free Move For Your Mood session for your department, organization, Residence Hall, team, or class? Request a session at www.bgsu.edu/thrive or contact Karyn Smith at karync@bgsu.eduAll sessions are FREE for BGSU students, faculty and staff. Registration is not required. Please bring a yoga mat or towel if possible.For More InformationKaryn Smith, MPH Health Educator, BGSU Department of Recreation and Wellness Phone: 419-372-9309 Email: karync@bgsu.edu Falcon Fitness – www.bgsu.edu/recwell/falcon-fitness

Weekly PAWS therapy dog visit at the Student Recreation Center.Mondays | 5 – 6 pm Starts August 26th, weekly No session on September 2, October 7, or November 11Send questions or comments to Ashley Hartman at ashthom@bgsu.edu and 419-372-4584.To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance, or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.------------------------Weeks of Welcome Aug. 21-Oct. 4 | This event is part of Weeks of Welcome, which begins at move-in and extends through Fall Break. During this celebration, explore opportunities hosted by the campus community that will help you embrace the adventure of creating your own ultimate BGSU experience.

It's that time of year again where the Student Recreation Center is having thier annual Snowbird Membership Special.Get unliminted access to all of the SRC amenities through May 2, 2025.$139 Per Person | $89 Add Spouse | $20 Add DependentOffer available through December 22Valid through May 2, 205For More Information:Julia Adams - jthatch@bgsu.edu 419.372.2000 https://www.bgsu.edu/recwell/student-recreation-center/membership.html

Join in on the fun with Demetria! Wear comfortable, supportive athletic shoes and be ready to move to great music!Available on Tuesdays from 5:30-6:15 p.m. at the Student Recreation Center, Studio BRegistration and SRC membership are not required to participate.Questions? Contact Karyn Smith, MPH Health Educator, BGSU Department of Recreation and Wellness 419-372-9309 karync@bgsu.eduVisit our Falcon Fitness web page for more information!

Join us for an enriching journey that explores the positive impact of gaming on various aspects of your life. Embrace gaming as a means of self-care and personal growth and uncover the diverse dimensions of gaming while nurturing your well-being. Experience the magic that happens when gaming and self-care unite!Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/9LiNtdhkVeTuesdays: Sept. 17 - Dec. 10 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM, Bowen-Thompson Student Union Room 427 No session October 8 (Fall Break)Wii Sports, Mario Party, Rock Band, Mario Cart, Just DanceLearn how to strike a balance between gaming and self-care. Explore techniques to cultivate a healthy relationship with gaming while maintaining your overall well-being. Dive into the social aspects of gaming and explore how it can foster connections. Discover the joy of cooperative gameplay, building friendships, and engaging with gaming comIf you are struggling with your mental health, contact the Counseling Center. An on-call counselor is available at 419-372-2081 for crisis situations from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. You can also utilize the Wood County Crisis Line at 419-502-4673 after Counseling Center business hours. The Crisis Text Line is also available. Text HOME to 741741 for a crisis counselor or text STEVE to 741741 for a culturally competent crisis counselor. You can also text or dial 988 to be connected to a crisis counselor 24/7.To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance, or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.

In addition to the physical health benefits of exercise, regular physical activity can positively impact your brain function, boost your mood, and help reduce stress, along with many other enhancements to mental health. Join us for these fun, low-impact movement sessions.Available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:10 – 12:50 PM in Jerome Library Room 142Registration is not required. Please bring your own yoga mat or towelNo classes Oct. 7 & Nov. 11Interested in hosting a free Move For Your Mood session for your department, organization, Residence Hall, team, or class? Request a session at www.bgsu.edu/thrive or contact Karyn Smith at karync@bgsu.eduAll sessions are FREE for BGSU students, faculty and staff. Registration is not required. Please bring a yoga mat or towel if possible.For More InformationKaryn Smith, MPH Health Educator, BGSU Department of Recreation and Wellness Phone: 419-372-9309 Email: karync@bgsu.edu Falcon Fitness – www.bgsu.edu/recwell/falcon-fitness

Weekly PAWS therapy dog visit at Jerome Library during the Fall 2024 semester!Wednesdays from 4–5 p.m. | Market at Jerome No study hours Nov. 27.Send questions or comments to Ashley Hartman or call 419-372-4584.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you are struggling with your mental health contact the Counseling Center. An on-call counselor is available at 419-372-2081 for crisis situations from 8:00 a.m. to 5pm Monday-Friday. You can also utilize the Wood County Crisis Line at 419-502-4673 after Counseling Center business hours. The Crisis Text Line is also available. Text HOME to 741741 for a crisis counselor or text STEVE to 741741 for a culturally competent crisis counselor. You can also text or dial 988 to be connected to a crisis counselor 24/7.To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance, or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.

Mindful MomentsMindful MomentsMondays: 8:30 – 9 am | Thursdays: Noon – 12:30 PMAug. 26 – Dec. 12 | VirtualNo session September 2, October 7, October 31, November 11, November 28Free, virtual, drop-in mindfulness session, open to all faculty, staff, and students. This is a great way to start your week with guided mindfulness practice, and education on tools to promote mental well-being.  Register Online: https://bgsu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a9Gv2nNwbOy8OdoIf you are struggling with your mental health contact the Counseling Center. An on-call counselor is available at 419-372-2081 for crisis situations from 8:00 a.m. to 5pm Monday-Friday. You can also utilize the Wood County Crisis Line at 419-502-4673 after Counseling Center business hours. The Crisis Text Line is also available. Text HOME to 741741 for a crisis counselor or text STEVE to 741741 for a culturally competent crisis counselor. You can also text or dial 988 to be connected to a crisis counselor 24/7.To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance, or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.For More Information: Office of Health & Wellness wellness@bgsu.edu | 419-372-WELL (9355) bgsu.edu/recwell/well-being-programs

In addition to the physical health benefits of exercise, regular physical activity can positively impact your brain function, boost your mood, and help reduce stress, along with many other enhancements to mental health. Join us for these fun, low-impact movement sessions.Thursdays, 1 - 1:45 PM - Student Recreation Center Studio BRegistration is not required. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel No class Thursday, November 27 - Thanksgiving BreakInterested in hosting a free Move For Your Mood session for your department, organization, Residence Hall, team, or class? Request a session at www.bgsu.edu/thrive or contact Karyn Smith at karync@bgsu.eduAll sessions are FREE for BGSU students, faculty and staff. Registration is not required.For More Information Karyn Smith - karync@bgsu.edu 419.372.9309

Available on Fridays on the Student Recreation Center Multi-Activity Court from 11 AM – 1 PM except for days when the SRC is closed.Reserve a court at https://www.bgsu.edu/recwell/student-recreation-center/MACReservations.html Fun, social & enjoyed by all skill levels – pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports nationwideEquipment available for complimentary useSRC membership not required for pickleball play during these specified times. Reserve a court at https://www.bgsu.edu/recwell/student-recreation-center/MACReservations.htmlFor more information contact Julia Adams:jthatch@bgsu.edu, recwell@bgsu.edu, 419.372.2000 or 419.372.7458

Mental Health First Aid TrainingRegistration: https://bgsu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3aNHRMGUCAPJGgmMental Health First Aid is a skills-based training that teaches people how to identify, understand, and respond to signs and symptoms of a mental health or substance use challenge in adults ages 18 and over. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it builds mental health literacy, providing an action plan that teaches people to identify and address a potential mental health or substance use challenge safely and responsibly.Blended Two-Day Training: Oct. 3 & 10 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Jerome Library 142Blended One-Day Training: Nov. 15 | 9 AM – 3:15 PM | Bowen-Thompson Student Union 316Higher Education Specific Training: Dec. 19 | 9 AM– 5:30 PM | Bowen-Thompson Student Union 315 Full in-person training specific for the higher education settingVirtual Blended Training: Jan. 9 & 10, 2025 | 9 AM – 12:15 PM | ZoomSkills-based training that teaches people how to identify, understand, and respond to signs and symptoms of a mental health or substance use challenge in adults ages 18 and over. Blended Course: 2-hour pre-work, 7-hour in-person instructor-led class. Send questions or comments to Ashley Hartman at ashthom@bgsu.edu and 419-372-4584.If you are struggling with your mental health contact the Counseling Center. An on-call counselor is available at 419-372-2081 for crisis situations from 8:00 a.m. to 5 pm Monday-Friday. You can also utilize the Wood County Crisis Line at 419-502-4673 after Counseling Center business hours. The Crisis Text Line is also available. Text HOME to 741741 for a crisis counselor or text STEVE to 741741 for a culturally competent crisis counselor. You can also text or dial 988 to be connected to a crisis counselor 24/7.To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance, or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.

Mental Health First Aid TrainingRegistration: https://bgsu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3aNHRMGUCAPJGgmMental Health First Aid is a skills-based training that teaches people how to identify, understand, and respond to signs and symptoms of a mental health or substance use challenge in adults ages 18 and over. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it builds mental health literacy, providing an action plan that teaches people to identify and address a potential mental health or substance use challenge safely and responsibly.Blended Two-Day Training: Oct. 3 & 10 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Jerome Library 142Blended One-Day Training: Nov. 15 | 9 AM – 3:15 PM | Bowen-Thompson Student Union 316Higher Education Specific Training: Dec. 19 | 9 AM– 5:30 PM | Bowen-Thompson Student Union 315 Full in-person training specific for the higher education settingVirtual Blended Training: Jan. 9 & 10, 2025 | 9 AM – 12:15 PM | ZoomSkills-based training that teaches people how to identify, understand, and respond to signs and symptoms of a mental health or substance use challenge in adults ages 18 and over. Blended Course: 2-hour pre-work, 7-hour in-person instructor-led class. Send questions or comments to Ashley Hartman at ashthom@bgsu.edu and 419-372-4584.If you are struggling with your mental health contact the Counseling Center. An on-call counselor is available at 419-372-2081 for crisis situations from 8:00 a.m. to 5 pm Monday-Friday. You can also utilize the Wood County Crisis Line at 419-502-4673 after Counseling Center business hours. The Crisis Text Line is also available. Text HOME to 741741 for a crisis counselor or text STEVE to 741741 for a culturally competent crisis counselor. You can also text or dial 988 to be connected to a crisis counselor 24/7.To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance, or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.

Mental Health First Aid TrainingRegistration: https://bgsu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3aNHRMGUCAPJGgmMental Health First Aid is a skills-based training that teaches people how to identify, understand, and respond to signs and symptoms of a mental health or substance use challenge in adults ages 18 and over. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it builds mental health literacy, providing an action plan that teaches people to identify and address a potential mental health or substance use challenge safely and responsibly.Blended Two-Day Training: Oct. 3 & 10 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Jerome Library 142Blended One-Day Training: Nov. 15 | 9 AM – 3:15 PM | Bowen-Thompson Student Union 316Higher Education Specific Training: Dec. 19 | 9 AM– 5:30 PM | Bowen-Thompson Student Union 315 Full in-person training specific for the higher education settingVirtual Blended Training: Jan. 9 & 10, 2025 | 9 AM – 12:15 PM | ZoomSkills-based training that teaches people how to identify, understand, and respond to signs and symptoms of a mental health or substance use challenge in adults ages 18 and over. Blended Course: 2-hour pre-work, 7-hour in-person instructor-led class. Send questions or comments to Ashley Hartman at ashthom@bgsu.edu and 419-372-4584.If you are struggling with your mental health contact the Counseling Center. An on-call counselor is available at 419-372-2081 for crisis situations from 8:00 a.m. to 5 pm Monday-Friday. You can also utilize the Wood County Crisis Line at 419-502-4673 after Counseling Center business hours. The Crisis Text Line is also available. Text HOME to 741741 for a crisis counselor or text STEVE to 741741 for a culturally competent crisis counselor. You can also text or dial 988 to be connected to a crisis counselor 24/7.To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance, or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.

It is that time of year to be a kid again with the Office of Health and Wellness at the annual Big Playground!Hosted with many Campus and Students Orgs, you are sure in for a night of fun! This event features many fun and engaging opportunities for students such as a raffle with prizes, therapy dogs, a DJ and more!FREE and open to all BGSU studentsEnjoy games, arts and crafts, and free foodFirst 50 students receive FREE Safer Spring Break KitsThe first 100 students to arrive receive a free one-time only Big Playground T-shirt!PAWS Team Therapy DogsFor More Information: wellness@bgsu.edu

Kick back for an end-of-the-year pool party at Summer Splash!This event features many summer competitions and prizes! Want ways to relax? Enjoy our open swim, music, and time with the PAWS Therapy Dogs.The first 50 students to arrive receive a free Office of Health and Wellness Cooler Bag along with some goodies inside!This event is free to all BGSU students.