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- All dayFREE Martial Arts ClassesFree Martial Arts ClassesLearn 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.Tuesdays: September 3 - December 3, 2024 6 - 7:30 PM: Student Recreation Center Classroom 188 (Room subject to check, check in at the Welcome Desk)Open to BGSU students, faculty and staff, ages 14 and up. All ability levels are welcome! Classes are conducted in a supportive environment through which participants can improve their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.Drop in to any class, advance registration not required. Wear comfortable clothing.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 Ben Batey: bbatey@bgsu.edu
- All dayFREE Martial Arts ClassesFree Martial Arts ClassesLearn 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.Tuesdays: September 3 - December 3, 2024 6 - 7:30 PM: Student Recreation Center Classroom 188 (Room subject to check, check in at the Welcome Desk)Open to BGSU students, faculty and staff, ages 14 and up. All ability levels are welcome! Classes are conducted in a supportive environment through which participants can improve their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.Drop in to any class, advance registration not required. Wear comfortable clothing.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 Ben Batey: bbatey@bgsu.edu
- All dayInterested in Joining a Multicultural Greek Organization? (fraternities and sororities)Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) is a governing body that oversees multicultural or culturally-based fraternities and sororities on college and university campuses. The MGC organizations at BGSU include Omega Phi Alpha and Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. If you are interested in joining one of these organizations, fill out the intent to join form to receive more information.At Bowling Green State University, the Multicultural Greek Council is a place for our organizations with a spotlight on equality, diversity, and progress to gather and lead the efforts for the campus. These organizations promote the rights of the LGBTQ+ community, immigrants and refugees, LatinX and Hispanic populations, and many more. Together, they provide hands-on service to these causes and bring education to our fraternity and sorority community about pressing issues and crises.
- All dayIntramural RegistrationSign up now for fall semester Intramural Sports!Intramural Sports provides BGSU students/faculty/staff a wide variety of competitive activities for players of all skill levels and interests. Qualified staff provide a fun, yet structured environment that focuses on the health, safety and developmental needs of all Intramural Sports participants. Individual, dual and team activities are available.Play unlimited sports with several seasons offered each semesterCo-rec, men's and women's sports offered.One Semester: $50/ppAcademic Year: $90/ppSports vary and are all listed at imleagues.com/bgsuFall Season I September 16 - October 24 Fall Season II October 26 - December 6VolleyballCornholeUltimate FrisbeeOutdoor and Indoor Flag FootballFutsalBasketballPing-PongSoccerWallyballGolfPickleballSpikeballGolfWiffle BallBadmintonKickballSee all the details and sign up at imleagues.com/bgsu
- All dayIntramural RegistrationSign up now for fall semester Intramural Sports!Intramural Sports provides BGSU students/faculty/staff a wide variety of competitive activities for players of all skill levels and interests. Qualified staff provide a fun, yet structured environment that focuses on the health, safety and developmental needs of all Intramural Sports participants. Individual, dual and team activities are available.Play unlimited sports with several seasons offered each semesterCo-rec, men's and women's sports offered.One Semester: $50/ppAcademic Year: $90/ppSports vary and are all listed at imleagues.com/bgsuFall Season I September 16 - October 24 Fall Season II October 26 - December 6VolleyballCornholeUltimate FrisbeeOutdoor and Indoor Flag FootballFutsalBasketballPing-PongSoccerWallyballGolfPickleballSpikeballGolfWiffle BallBadmintonKickballSee all the details and sign up at imleagues.com/bgsu
- All dayLearn to Swim Group LessonsDesigned to help participants achieve maximum success, courses are based on a logical, six-level progression that helps swimmers of varying ages and abilities develop water safety, survival and swim skills.Small Group Lessons - Session I: September 16 - October 24 Monday: 5:30 - 6 PM - Parent Child | 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Pre-School 1 | 7 - 7:30 PM | School Age 1 Wednesday: 5:30 - 6 PM - Pre-School 1| 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Pre-School 2 | 7 - 7:30 PM | School Age 2 Small Group Lessons - Session II: October 28 - December 5 Monday: 5:30 - 6 PM - Parent Child | 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Pre-School 1 | 7 - 7:30 PM | School Age 1 Tuesday: 5:30 - 6 PM | Pre-School 2 | 6:15 - 6:45 PM | School Age 2 | 7 - 7:30 PM | School Age 3 Wednesday: 5:30 - 6 PM - Pre-School 1| 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Pre-School 2 | 7 - 7:30 PM | School Age 2 Thursday: 5:30 - 6 PM - Pre-School 1| 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Pre-School 2 | 7 - 7:30 PM | School Age 1Parent and child classes are conducted in Andrews Pool, all other classes are conducted in Cooper Pool.Private and Semi-Private Lessons Six 30-minute lessons Offered to ages 3 and up to those who prefer a more individualized approach. Complete a private and semi-private lesson request form to be matched with an instructor on the Learn to Swim website.Class descriptions and details at bgsu.edu/recwell/aquatics/learn-to-swimFor More Information 419.372.7482 learntoswim@bgsu.eduRegister Online: myrec.bgsu.edu Register In-Person: SRC Welcome Desk
- All dayLearn to Swim Group LessonsDesigned to help participants achieve maximum success, courses are based on a logical, six-level progression that helps swimmers of varying ages and abilities develop water safety, survival and swim skills.Small Group Lessons - Session I: September 16 - October 24 Monday: 5:30 - 6 PM - Parent Child | 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Pre-School 1 | 7 - 7:30 PM | School Age 1 Wednesday: 5:30 - 6 PM - Pre-School 1| 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Pre-School 2 | 7 - 7:30 PM | School Age 2 Small Group Lessons - Session II: October 28 - December 5 Monday: 5:30 - 6 PM - Parent Child | 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Pre-School 1 | 7 - 7:30 PM | School Age 1 Tuesday: 5:30 - 6 PM | Pre-School 2 | 6:15 - 6:45 PM | School Age 2 | 7 - 7:30 PM | School Age 3 Wednesday: 5:30 - 6 PM - Pre-School 1| 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Pre-School 2 | 7 - 7:30 PM | School Age 2 Thursday: 5:30 - 6 PM - Pre-School 1| 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Pre-School 2 | 7 - 7:30 PM | School Age 1Parent and child classes are conducted in Andrews Pool, all other classes are conducted in Cooper Pool.Private and Semi-Private Lessons Six 30-minute lessons Offered to ages 3 and up to those who prefer a more individualized approach. Complete a private and semi-private lesson request form to be matched with an instructor on the Learn to Swim website.Class descriptions and details at bgsu.edu/recwell/aquatics/learn-to-swimFor More Information 419.372.7482 learntoswim@bgsu.eduRegister Online: myrec.bgsu.edu Register In-Person: SRC Welcome Desk
- All daySign up for Interfraternity Council (fraternity) RecruitmentThe Interfraternity Council will host its formal recruitment process from Sept. 15-22. If you would like to engage in this recruitment process, register before it's too late.The Interfraternity Council is the coordinating and governing body for its member chapters. The mission of the Interfraternity Council at BGSU is to obtain and continuously build men who are committed to upholding and representing the values of academic excellence, civic engagement, leadership, accountability to shared standards, and positive relations within the community. The IFC establishes and coordinates all recruitment activities, promotes, and supervises academic achievement, governs the actions of its member chapters, and promotes community service projects throughout the year and establishes bonds and maintains a common ground with all fraternities. It is the goal of all members of the Interfraternity Council of Bowling Green State University to be positive leaders on campus.
- All daySign up for Panhellenic (sorority) Recruitment!The College Panhellenic Conference will be hosting its formal recruitment process! If you want to engage in one of these recruitment processes, register before it's too late.The College Panhellenic Conference is the coordinating body of the 11 National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) chapters at BGSU. Panhellenic membership at BGSU is an experience that will shape your college career and provide value beyond your years as a Falcon. Fraternity and sorority life has become an integral part of the University's culture and tradition, and our community is proud to uphold the values of what it means to be Greek! Membership in any Panhellenic chapter will offer opportunities for individual growth, scholarship, service, and life-long membership. As one of the largest women's organizations on campus, we strive to ensure the Panhellenic community upholds its daily traditions and excellence. Together, we maintain a dedication to putting academics first and giving back to the community!
- All dayWant to join one of our NPHC Organizations? (fraternities and sororities)The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is a collaborative organization composed of nine historically Black Greek-letter organizations (BGLOs) or sororities and fraternities. NPHC was founded in 1930 at Howard University in Washington, D.C., with the purpose of fostering unity and cooperation among its member organizations and advocating for the interests of Black college students. To learn more about NPHC, fill out the intent to join form.The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is an umbrella organization for nine historically black, inter/national Greek-lettered organizations that evolved during a period when African-Americans were being denied essential rights and privileges afforded to other college students. Today, the primary purpose and focus of member organizations remains community awareness and action through educational, economic, and cultural service activities. The individual member is also expected to align with a graduate and/or alumni chapter, following graduation from college to perpetuate the purpose of the council and their individual organizations.
- 9:00 AM1hFaculty180 Hands-on SessionFacilitator(s)/Speaker(s): Christian Bloomfield, Assistant to Associate Deans, College of Arts & Sciences; Theodore (Ted) Rippey, Associate Dean for Faculty Development, College of Arts & Sciences; PJ Mays, Assistant Dean of Institutional Effectiveness, BGSU FirelandsSession Type: Working SessionSession Category: ScholarshipDuration: 1 hourLocation: Olscamp 106Description & Learning Outcomes:Bring your laptop and necessary materials and get hands-on practice entering information and posting supporting materials to Faculty180. The session facilitators will answer your questions about Faculty180 and help you navigate the platform. This training is for full-time faculty (QRF and TTF) submitting documentation of their achievements in in teaching/librarian effectiveness, scholarly/creative work, and service for review for merit or other faculty reviews, with a focus on those colleagues who are just getting started at BGSU. Prior attendance at the Faculty180 Demonstration or familiarity with Faculty180 is recommended before attending this session.In this session, you will:Access the Faculty180 system.Access your Activities area and make example entries and/or enter information on any recent activities and accomplishments in teaching/librarian effectiveness, scholarly/creative work, and service.Upload documents and supplemental materials to the platform.Import scholarly works from Google Scholar and other sources. To register for this event, use the Fall 2024 Campus Partner CFE 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.
- 9:00 AM1hFaculty180 Hands-on SessionFacilitator(s)/Speaker(s): Christian Bloomfield, Assistant to Associate Deans, College of Arts & Sciences; Theodore (Ted) Rippey, Associate Dean for Faculty Development, College of Arts & Sciences; PJ Mays, Assistant Dean of Institutional Effectiveness, BGSU FirelandsSession Type: Working SessionSession Category: ScholarshipDuration: 1 hourLocation: Olscamp 106Description & Learning Outcomes:Bring your laptop and necessary materials and get hands-on practice entering information and posting supporting materials to Faculty180. The session facilitators will answer your questions about Faculty180 and help you navigate the platform. This training is for full-time faculty (QRF and TTF) submitting documentation of their achievements in in teaching/librarian effectiveness, scholarly/creative work, and service for review for merit or other faculty reviews, with a focus on those colleagues who are just getting started at BGSU. Prior attendance at the Faculty180 Demonstration or familiarity with Faculty180 is recommended before attending this session.In this session, you will:Access the Faculty180 system.Access your Activities area and make example entries and/or enter information on any recent activities and accomplishments in teaching/librarian effectiveness, scholarly/creative work, and service.Upload documents and supplemental materials to the platform.Import scholarly works from Google Scholar and other sources. To register for this event, use the Fall 2024 Campus Partner CFE 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.
- 11:00 AM1hAI Made Easy: Prompts for InstructorsFacilitator: Holly Barber, Instructional Designer, Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE)Session Type: Info SessionSession Category: Pedagogical InnovationDuration: 1 hourLocation: ZoomDescription & Learning Outcomes:Feeling overwhelmed by course prep? Unleash the power of AI to create engaging assessments, craft new assessments to help prevent cheating, and discover prompt writing tips that get the results you want. This first session in the “AI Made Easy” series equips you with the strategies you need for effective prompt writing to lessen your workload.In this session, you will:Discover how AI can generate fresh assignment ideas and differentiated learning materials. Outline strategies for crafting assessments that utilize AI to prevent cheating. Explore formulas for writing effective prompts to get the results you want. To register for this event, use the Fall 2024 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.
- 5:00 PM1h"Let's Talk" - Free drop-in counseling consultations"Let's Talk" is a free and confidential service available to all BGSU students.Students can meet for a brief, informal, 15-minute consultation with BGSU Counseling Center staff. They can listen to specific problems, help explore solutions and introduce you to what it’s like to speak with a member of the staff.Please note: "Let's Talk" does not take the place of therapy, and consultations are not appropriate for urgent concerns or mental health emergencies. During the consultation, BGSU clinicians will listen to your concerns and offer support, information and resources.Learn more about "Let's Talk">>__________________________________________________________ As the BGSU Counseling Center, we welcome all students and aspire to respect cultural, individual and role differences. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive, and affirming climate for individuals of all races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, gender identities, sexual/affectional orientations, religions, ages, abilities, sizes, socioeconomic statuses, languages and cultures. We invite you to start designing your individualized care plan with us by exploring all of the counseling services we have to offer you.
- 5:00 PM1h"Let's Talk" - Free drop-in counseling consultations"Let's Talk" is a free and confidential service available to all BGSU students.Students can meet for a brief, informal, 15-minute consultation with BGSU Counseling Center staff. They can listen to specific problems, help explore solutions and introduce you to what it’s like to speak with a member of the staff.Please note: "Let's Talk" does not take the place of therapy, and consultations are not appropriate for urgent concerns or mental health emergencies. During the consultation, BGSU clinicians will listen to your concerns and offer support, information and resources.Learn more about "Let's Talk">>__________________________________________________________ As the BGSU Counseling Center, we welcome all students and aspire to respect cultural, individual and role differences. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive, and affirming climate for individuals of all races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, gender identities, sexual/affectional orientations, religions, ages, abilities, sizes, socioeconomic statuses, languages and cultures. We invite you to start designing your individualized care plan with us by exploring all of the counseling services we have to offer you.
- 6:00 PM3hFree Climbing at the Student Recreation CenterNew this year, use of the clilmbing wall at the Student Recreation Center is free for current BGSU students!Equipment is FREE to use while climbing, and all experience levels are welcome.Regular Academic Year Hours: Monday - Thursday: 6 - 9 PM Labor Day: Monday, September 2: Closed Fall Break: Monday & Tuesday, October 7 & 8: Closed Veterans Day: Monday, November 11: Closed Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday & Thursday, November 27 & 28: Closed Exam Week: Closed Winter Break: ClosedFor More InformationJulia Adams: 419.372.7485, jthatch@bgsu.eduCheck out more information on the climbing wall at the SRC!------------------------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.
- 6:00 PM3hFree Climbing at the Student Recreation CenterNew this year, use of the clilmbing wall at the Student Recreation Center is free for current BGSU students!Equipment is FREE to use while climbing, and all experience levels are welcome.Regular Academic Year Hours: Monday - Thursday: 6 - 9 PM Labor Day: Monday, September 2: Closed Fall Break: Monday & Tuesday, October 7 & 8: Closed Veterans Day: Monday, November 11: Closed Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday & Thursday, November 27 & 28: Closed Exam Week: Closed Winter Break: ClosedFor More InformationJulia Adams: 419.372.7485, jthatch@bgsu.eduCheck out more information on the climbing wall at the SRC!------------------------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.
- 6:30 PM1h 30mMocktails and MeetupsMix and Mingle at our Mocktail Meetup! 🍹😊Join your residence hall neighbors for a night of fun at the Mocktail and Meetup event! Head down to your lobby, grab a refreshing mocktail, and dive into a night filled with laughter, new friendships, and unforgettable memories.Whether you come solo or with your roommate, you're in for an evening of good vibes and great company!-----------------------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.