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!

Need a location to study with your friends? Want to work on a group project? Or just want to be around other students to hold yourself accountable? Take action by coming to study in the Radbill Center on Wednesday nights from 6-8pm. These study sessions will be hosted by Life Design Student Ambassadors who bring fun energy to long study nights! Study Nights in the Rad begin September 11st and continue until December 4th. Snacks will be provided!The Radbill Center, known as the RAD, is a space for all students to find their place on campus. With a coffee (and tea and hot chocolate) station, along with tables and comfortable seating, the RAD is a great place to hang out, study, work on group projects or relax! Open 8 am - 9 pm Monday - Thursday, and 8 am - 5 pm on Friday.For questions, please email lifedesign@bgsu.edu or call 419-372-5533

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

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

The Office of Health and Wellness provides this designated time and place to have private conversations with health professional, Danielle VanFleet, HIV Testing Coordinator, about safer sex. Bring your questions and discuss concerns on topics such as disease prevention, sexuality and reproductive health, contraception options, relationships, and risk factors for HIV and sexually transmitted infections. FREE Safer Sex Kits and free condoms are available during the sessions to all BGSU students.Call 419.372.9355 for your appointment or walk-ins are always welcome A real name is not needed when making an appointment FREE and Confidential HIV Testing - 30-minute results If getting multiple STI tests, results may take more than 30-minutes LGBTQ+ Friendly and Affirming FREE condoms for BGSU students and FREE Safer Sex KitsConsultations and testing conducted at the Student Recreation Center. Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis testing is now available for free.Fall 2024: 10 AM - 4 PM1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month throughout the academic year. September 4, 18, October 2, 16, November 6, 20Bring a photo ID to the appointment

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.

Join the Center for Women and Gender Equity and American Culture Studies PhD student Katie Cline for "I'll Drive: Freedom, Driving, and Agency in the Lyrics of Taylor Swift," a discussion of Swift's driving references as an evolutionary narrative of women's independence situated within larger feminist scholarship on the masculinization of agency.

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

Facilitator(s)/Speaker(s):Emily Gattozzi, Scholarly Communication Strategist, University Libraries Timothy Sandusky, Open Educational Resources Strategist, University Libraries Session Type: Info SessionSession Categories: Equity & Access, ScholarshipDuration: 1 hourLocation: Online via ZoomDescription & Learning Outcomes:Join members of the University Libraries Scholarly Communication and Open Educational Resources (SCOER) team to learn more about how the library supports your open publishing. Topics include adopting OER to replace high-cost commercial course materials, applying for library-sponsored OER grants, participating in OhioLINK open access publishing agreements at no cost to you, and promoting your publications using ScholarWorks, the university’s open access publishing platform.In this session, you will:Understand the various open access publishing options available to you as a BGSU author, including OhioLINK open access agreements. Identify the ways the library can assist you as you find, use, and create open educational resources (OER) To register for this event, use the Fall 2024 University Libraries 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.

"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.

Come solo or with friends out to Mac Beach for an early evening of games, food, and fun!Mac Beach is in between McDonald Hall and Social House😎 Custom Mac Beach Backpack Blankets (while supplies last) 🏄 Mechanical Surf Board 🏖️ Beach inflatables and Slides 🌴 Yard Games 🍍 Beach Treats & Snow cones 🎵 DJ & MORE------------------------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.

Join the men of Kings of Color for our annual field day event at Kreisher Courts as you return to school! Gather your friends and prepare for an evening packed with fun activities including basketball, kickball, sack racing and more. Enjoy free snacks, frozen treats, drinks and music as we kick off the school year together in the sun with Kings!⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to this page.------------------------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.

Grab your fellow Falcons and head to Pub 1910 for Talon Tunes Karaoke on Wednesday, September 18 from 6-8p, hosted by the Center for Women and Gender Equity & BGSU Dining. Showcase your singing skills, hang out with friends, or simply enjoy the show.To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need additional services, assistance, or modifications to fully participate in this event either by contacting the CWGE or Accessibility Services at access@bgsu.edu or 419-372-8495. Please notify Accessibility Services prior to the event.If you have any questions, please contact the Center for Women and Gender Equity (CWGE) office at cwge@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.

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.

Dwight Parry, oboe faculty, and Solungga Liu, piano faculty will present an FAS recital. This event is free and open to the public.LIVESTREAM LINKPROGRAM LINK