The Counseling Center is combining group therapy with the healing touch of horses – in partnership with Project H.O.P.E.Have you ever wanted to work with horses or miss working with them while you are studying at BGSU? Do you enjoy learning by doing? Are you seeking alternatives to talk therapy? If you can answer yes to any of these questions, this program might be the right fit for you!The Equine Therapy Group is a free opportunity for ALL BGSU STUDENTS! However, space is limited, and a screening appointment with the Counseling Center must be completed prior to the program start date to participate.What you need to know:Three groups made up of 6 students each will meet for this 6-week program at an off-campus location in the city of Bowling Green.Group 1 will meet on Tuesdays from 12:30-1:45 p.m. starting on Sept. 9.Group 2 will meet on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. starting on Sept. 25.Group 3 will meet on Thursdays from 10:30-11:45 a.m. starting on Oct. 17.How to participate:1. Review all the details on the Equine Group Therapy webpage>> 2. Call at the beginning of fall 2024 semester to schedule the required screening appointment with the Counseling Center. Call 419-372-2081 to schedule your appointment today.__________________________________________________________ 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.

Sign 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

Designed 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

Midterms: Wednesday, Oct. 9 - Sunday, Oct. 20Midterm grades are your mid-semester check-in. During this time, it's important to review feedback your instructor may provide and consider "What would my final grade be if the semester ended today?" Check your BGSU email often for messages from your BGSU Student Success Team.Access Your Midterm Grades.

As a part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Red Flag Campaign encourages the campus community to practice Green Dot bystander intervention when they see warning signs, or "red flags," of unhealthy relationships. The red flags on display near the Education Building represent the number of reported acts of dating/domestic violence in Wood County. If we do our part to intervene and to educate, we can shift the campus culture and reduce the number of flags.The campaign will be on display from Oct. 14 - Oct. 18.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.CONTENT WARNING: This event will share the stories of those who have been impacted by violence. Please be aware of your own well-being and take time to process.

Student Rec Center membership includes access to amazing amenities including an Olympic and warm water pool, sauna and hot tub, multi-purpose activity courts, climbing wall, weight and cardio equipment and an indoor tack.Pricing:Individual: $24.99Add Dependent: $10Available Sunday, Oct. 1 - Tuesday, Oct. 31.Valid for 30 days from date of purchase.For More Information:Julia Adams, Membership Coordinator419-372-7485 | jthatch@bgsu.edubgsu.edu/recwell

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

In partnership with The Cocoon, Gender Violence Prevention and Education Services will display t-shirts from an ongoing collection that victims/survivors have created to voice their experience with sexual assault. Join us all day in the Union Oval to read through the experiences that members of the BGSU and BG community have faced. Staff from The Cocoon will be on site for anyone that needs to talk. Decompression activities and the PAWS Team will be available. (Rain date is Thursday, 10.17)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.CONTENT WARNING: This event will share the stories of those who have been impacted by violence. Please be aware of your own well-being and take time to process.

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

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):Eileen Bosch, Associate Dean, University Libraries Chelsea Chandler, Ph.D., Director, Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) Lisa Hanasono, Ph.D., Associate Professor, School of Media & Communication Session Type: Working SessionSession Category: Scholarship, Success & BelongingDuration: 2 hoursLocation: Jerome Library Collab LabDescription & Learning Outcomes:Join the CFE and University Libraries for this session designed to help you boost your productivity while providing you with additional layers of accountability, support, and connection. At the beginning of the session, you will have an opportunity to network with your colleagues and set your specific writing goals. Next, you will write and work quietly on your own writing, research, or creative project. At the end of the session, you will complete a brief wrap-up activity and receive information about additional resources that aim to boost your writing, research, and/or creative productivity.In this session, you will:Identify specific and attainable writing goals. Advance your productivity by completing a 1-hour working session. Connect with BGSU colleagues on your writing, research, and/or creative goals. Identify resources that can support your writing and productivity. 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.

Facilitators:Hoang Do (he/him), Assistant Director, C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement Adam Smith (he/him), Coordinator of Civic Engagement of the C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement Session Type: Interactive WorkshopSession Category: Pedagogical Innovation, Success & BelongingDuration: 1 hourLocation: Online via ZoomDescription & Learning Outcomes:Service-learning is a high-impact experiential learning practice with the power to transform teaching and learning; however, designing effective service-learning experiences can require an intense investment of time and resources. In this session, you will explore ways to use AI tools to integrate service-learning within preexisting curriculum while alleviating common challenges and barriers.In this session, you will:Gain a comprehensive understanding of what service-learning entails, including its benefits and challenges. Explore how artificial intelligence tools can be utilized to design and implement service-learning projects. 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.

The American Society of Microbiology (ASM) BGSU chapter will be hosting a viewing of the documentary film Common Ground, which explores restorative agriculture and soil microbiology. The film viewing will be followed by a panel discussion consisting of professionals in the field of soil biology and agriculture.Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/common-ground-documentary-film-viewing-and-pannel-discussion

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.

Tenor faculty member Geoffrey Stephenson and pianist Steven Naylor will present a recital in our weekly Faculty Artist Series. This event is free and open to the public.LIVESTREAM LINK TBAPROGRAM LINK TBA