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.

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.Fraternity recruitment begins for many of our chapters beginning Sept. 15, 2024. Be sure to register to particpate.------------------------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.

Looking for more opportunities to join one or more of the 300+ student organizations here at BGSU? Different student organizations will be coming to Residence Halls all over campus!Have questions? Reach out to engage@bgsu.edu------------------------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. Visit the WOW homepage to find all of the festivities!

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.

Student Veterans of America would perform the ceremony and place the POW/MIA table in the Student Union. After the ceremony the table would be up from September 16 at 8:00am to September 20 at 5:00pm. This would allow our organization and the university as a whole to honor those who never had the opportunity to come home. We will have a dedication at 12:30 on September 16 to tell the story of the meaning behind the table, and perhaps hear a few words from President Rogers.Learn more about this event and its importance

Facilitator(s)/Speaker(s): Hsueh-Sheng Wu, M.S.W., Data Analyst, Center for Family and Demographic ResearchSession Type: DemonstrationSession Category: ScholarshipDuration: 1 hourLocation: Online via ZoomDescription & Learning Outcomes:Join this first session in the Quantitative Data Analysis & Visualization Series to learn about Stata, a statistical software package used to store and manage data, undertake statistical analysis, and create visualizations. In this session, you will learn about the Stata user interface and key commands. Tailored for Stata beginners, this session will lay a solid foundation for future exploration into advanced Stata coding and unlocking the potential of Stata for quantitative analysis. This session is designed for BGSU faculty, staff, and graduate students who are new to using Stata.In this session, you will learn how to:Navigate Stata’s user interface and key commands Access help resources within Stata Utilize commands for file management; generating, examining, and modifying variables; and subsetting the sample. To register for this event, use the Fall 2024 Quantitative Data Analysis & Visualization 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.

BGSU's SVA chapter will be conducting a food drive. On September 14, we will be passing our flyers stating who we are, what we are doing, and directions on leaving food for pickup. On September 21, we will be picking up any food left by residents for our food drive and transporting it to a local food pantry. Our goal this year is to reach out more to the community and this is one of our ways of doing that. Many veterans live in poverty and rely on food pantries. This is our way of going to war on hunger in the community of Bowling Green.Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/war-on-hunger

"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.

Commuter and Transfer Students are invited to stop by the Off-Campus Student Lounge in the Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Room 220 for free giveaways and a chance to connect with other commuter students. Get your questions answered, and check out one of the spaces designated just for you!------------------------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.

The Kuhlin Career Hub is excited to announce the BGSU Career EXPO Week 2024 - five days to kickstart your career!The Kuhlin Hub Career EXPO Week is a week-long event that allows BGSU students and alumni to engage with top local and national employers, opening doors to an extensive network of professionals. By spanning an entire week, this college-specific networking experience provides an environment for one-on-one interactions with employers seeking talented past and present Falcons to fill full-time and internship roles. It is a week dedicated to unlocking professional potential, fostering connections, and facilitating pathways to success!Student registration is encouraged but not required. View the full list of employers attending this day of the Career EXPO Week. The registration list of employers attending is subject to change daily.You may contact the Kuhlin Career Hub at 419-372-2356 or kuhlinhub@bgsu.edu for more information and assistance.------------------------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.

The Student Veterans of America chapter will be dedicating the POW/MIA table. The order of speaking with start with an invocation, then a member of the chapter will read the origin of the table and then the meaning of each piece. President Rogers will be in attendance, and after the meaning of each piece of the table is read, the president will be asked to say a few words.Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/pow-mia-table-dedication

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.

Learn to Skate lessons offered to ages three through adult, including beginner to advanced skill levels.Programming introduces the wide range of skating opportunities from figure skating and hockey to recreational skating.Additional opportunities available based on skating skill and interest. Sport helmet required. Must be provided by the participant.Fall I Classes• Sept. 7 – Oct. 16• Ages 3 – Adult; Beginner – Advanced classes• Classes offered Saturday, Sunday, Mondays• Class time based on age and skill level• 30-minute class on the Multi-Purpose ice• $78.00, 6-weeks• Includes rental skates and 6 complementary Public Skate admissions• Additional classes for Basic 3 and above held on Wednesday eveningsFall II Classes: Oct. 19 – Dec. 4Register for classesFor more information, contact Laura Fischer or the Newlove Pro Shop, at dunnle@bgsu.edu or 419-372-2264.

New 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.