Wednesday, January 22, 2025
- All day2025 New Student Housing Giveaway2025 New Student Housing Giveaway!25 lucky winners will get to pick a room in the residence hall of their choice before room selection officially begins, for themself AND a roommate of their choice! That's up to 50 winners – and the earlier you sign your housing agreement, the more chances you have to win!________________________How to EnterSign the 2025-26 Housing and Dining Agreement between Jan. 6 through April 30, 2025.You must be a new student admitted to BGSU for the Fall 2025 Semester to qualify.The month you sign your Housing and Dining Agreement determines how many entries you have into the contest. Each month five winners will be selected.Jan. 6-31 = 4 total entriesFeb. 1-28 = 3 total entriesMarch 1-31 = 2 total entriesApril 1-30 = 1 total entryThis year, an additional 5 students who sign their Housing and Dining Agreement on Jan. 6 will be selected to pick their room before selection!Complete your Housing Agreement TODAY!If you win, you can pick a bed in Centennial Hall, Conklin Hall, Kohl Hall, McDonald Hall, Kreischer or Offenhauer Towers – for yourself and one new BGSU student of your choice.New students who wish to live in Founders Hall must be members of the Honors Learning Community. Because of this, Founders Hall will not be available to select through this giveaway.The randomized drawing will occur by the third day of each month up until May 3. The Office of Student Housing will reach out to each winner through BGSU email and the phone number on file - make sure you have your voicemail box set up! If a winner doesn't respond within 24 hours, their right to the prize will be forfeited, and a new winner will be selected.Upon accepting the prize by picking a room before standard room selection, winners agree to participate in social media and other marketing efforts to promote the giveaway.When contacted, the Office of Student Housing will discuss with each winner how to select a room for themself and their chosen roommate.________________________Important Details:Students are not required to have their $200 initial housing payment made to be eligible to win. However, before any student can be assigned to a room, the initial housing payment must be paid.The additional student who is pulled into the room by a winner must have their housing and meal plan agreement signed and paid their $200 initial payment at the time of the room selection. They must also be a new incoming student admitted at BGSU to qualify.This prize does not offer any discount on the housing rate, and each student assigned to a room through this giveaway will be responsible for the full payment of the room in accordance with their student bill. Cancellations to the agreement by May 1, 2025, will receive a 100% refund and will not be billed. Cancellations after May 1, 2025, will be granted in accordance with the forfeiture schedule.If the winner does not submit an eligible student to be their roommate by the Office of Student Housing deadline, the remaining space will be forfeited.Once a student has won one of the 20 prizes, they will no longer be eligible to win the remaining prizes for this giveaway. Students who have agreed to be the roommate of one of the winners will also not be eligible.The beds selected by the winner and their roommate must be assigned to the same building. Any student who is assigned to a room through this giveaway does not have the right to their room assignment. If one of the students decides to do a room change into a different room/building or cancels their contract, the vacant bed will open up to standard room selection, and a random roommate may be assigned.Returning students who will be enrolled full-time at BGSU are not eligible to win. The Office of Student Housing is not responsible for prize notifications being marked as spam, junk or otherwise hidden from the recipient.
- All dayBGSU Firelands Valentine's Day Coloring ContestCalling all Falcons! Student Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion at BGSU Firelands is sponsoring a Valentine’s Day coloring contest now through Feb. 10. Show your artistic coloring skills and enter for a chance to win Cinemark Theatre gift cards - just in time to take someone special out for Valentine’s Day!Download the coloring contest picture or visit the Student Engagement, Diversity & Inclusion office in George Mylander Hall to pick up a copy.BGSU Firelands Student Coloring Contest Guidelines1. All artists must be currently enrolled BGSU Firelands students.2. All artists must color the same picture (provided by Student Engagement, Diversity & Inclusion.)3. Artists may pick up or download their coloring picture between Jan. 21 - Feb. 7 in Student Engagement, Diversity & Inclusion, GMH 135, Mon-Fri between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.)4. All completed entries must be received by 5 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 10 and returned to Student Engagement, Diversity & Inclusion, GMH 135, Mon-Fri between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.)5. Each artist can submit a total of one entry.6. Pictures must be colored with crayons, colored pencils, or markers.7. Each entry will be displayed without the participant’s name in Falcon Square until the end of the contest.8. Entries will be reviewed, and winner’s will be announced on Friday, Feb. 14 by 5 p.m.9. Entries will be judged on creativity, coloring skill, and overall appeal.10. Three winning artists will be contacted via their BGSU email address as soon as the judges reach a decision. Each winner will receive four Cinemark theatre gift cards.
- All dayBGSU Women's Basketball vs Western MichiganBGSU Women's Basketball vs Western Michigan
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- 9:00 AM1hVirtual "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.
- 9:00 AM1hVirtual "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.
- 9:30 AM3h 30mSymposium on DiversityJoin us as BGSU undergraduate and graduate students, faculty members and staff share their diversity studies presentations during our annual Symposium on Diversity!See presentations on topics related to diversity in all areas, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, race, gender, sexuality, age, disability and socio-economic status.Interested in participating? Submit your presentation by Friday, Dec. 13.Event Agenda9:30-9:45 a.m. - Welcoming and Opening Remarks9:45-10:30 a.m. - Keynote Speaker: Haley Anissa Alvarez, MA It takes the whole pueblo!10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Poster viewing and presentations---------An ASL interpreter will be available for the keynote presentation. Presenters have also been asked to provide accessible versions of their poster presentations.To individuals with disabilities, if you need additional services to fully participate in this event, contact Accessibility Services at access@bgsu.edu or 419-372-8495, and notify CURS in advance by reaching out to Dr. Cordula Mora at cmora@bgsu.edu.
- 10:00 AM2hWednesday Office Hours: For Commuter and Transfer StudentsNavigating college as a commuter or transfer student comes with unique challenges, but you don’t have to do it alone! Stop by these new Office Hours hosted by Holly Metzger, Coordinator of Orientation and Transitions.WHY ATTEND These hours are designed to help you:Build connections and feel more at home on campusGet personalized answers to your questionsDiscover resources to help balance school, work and lifeFind strategies to achieve your goals and thriveSPRING SCHEDULEWednesdays, 10 a.m. to Noon | BTSU 220 (Commuter Lounge)Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. | Library LoungeTake advantage of this opportunity to get support and succeed — see you there!
- 10:00 AM2hWednesday Office Hours: For Commuter and Transfer StudentsNavigating college as a commuter or transfer student comes with unique challenges, but you don’t have to do it alone! Stop by these new Office Hours hosted by Holly Metzger, Coordinator of Orientation and Transitions.WHY ATTEND These hours are designed to help you:Build connections and feel more at home on campusGet personalized answers to your questionsDiscover resources to help balance school, work and lifeFind strategies to achieve your goals and thriveSPRING SCHEDULEWednesdays, 10 a.m. to Noon | BTSU 220 (Commuter Lounge)Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. | Library LoungeTake advantage of this opportunity to get support and succeed — see you there!
- 12:10 PM40mFree Yoga As You Are at the LibraryIn 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.January 22 – April 30| No class during Spring Break, March 3 & 5 Available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:10 – 12:50 PM in the Jerome Library, Room 142 Registration is not required. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel Interested 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
- 12:10 PM40mFree Yoga As You Are at the LibraryIn 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.January 22 – April 30| No class during Spring Break, March 3 & 5 Available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:10 – 12:50 PM in the Jerome Library, Room 142 Registration is not required. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel Interested 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
- 4:00 PM1hDoggie Study HoursFeeling stressed or just need a pick-me-up? Join the BGSU PAWS Team for a weekly dose of joy and relaxation! These incredible therapy dogs and their amazing handlers are here to brighten your Wednesdays.📅 When: Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. 📍 Where: Market at Jerome 🗓 Kicks Off: Jan. 15 (No session on March 5)Don’t miss this pawfect opportunity to de-stress, meet new furry friends, and start your week off right! Come for the fluff, stay for the smiles! 🐕✨Got questions? Email Ashley Hartman at ashthom@bgsu.edu or 419-372-4584 for more info.Visit the BGSU PAWS TEAM web page to learn how to request a therapy dog visit, become a volunteer and more!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.
- 4:00 PM1hDoggie Study HoursFeeling stressed or just need a pick-me-up? Join the BGSU PAWS Team for a weekly dose of joy and relaxation! These incredible therapy dogs and their amazing handlers are here to brighten your Wednesdays.📅 When: Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. 📍 Where: Market at Jerome 🗓 Kicks Off: Jan. 15 (No session on March 5)Don’t miss this pawfect opportunity to de-stress, meet new furry friends, and start your week off right! Come for the fluff, stay for the smiles! 🐕✨Got questions? Email Ashley Hartman at ashthom@bgsu.edu or 419-372-4584 for more info.Visit the BGSU PAWS TEAM web page to learn how to request a therapy dog visit, become a volunteer and more!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.
- 4:00 PM1h 30mArt, Trauma, and Healing: A Community-Engagement Series: “Blue Notes: A Sound for Our Time”, Dr. Omi Osun Joni Jones“Blue Notes” is a community-engaged experience in discovering how we can promote healing and our movement toward aliveness through art-making. In this conversation-workshop, Dr. Jones draws on practices from her training in Embodied Social Justice, Theatre of the Oppressed, and Theatrical Jazz to guide those gathered through a series of sonic, writing and movement experiences to uncover our “Blue Notes”—truths in our lives that are seldom expressed but can support us in our wholeness. This engaged workshop is an opportunity to think about the connections between intellectual projects and liberation, with particular attention to the ways that Africana spirituality emerges as a healing framework.All of Dr. Jones’ work rests on the premise that deep inner liberation is a necessary building block for lasting social transformation. She has provided workshops for domestic violence first responders through Safe Space (now The Safe Alliance) in Austin, Texas; for The Austin Project which she founded to use artmaking as a productive examination of inner wounds among women of color and our allies; and for The Diaspora Project which gathered Black women throughout the African diaspora to examine how anti-Blackness has created divisions among potential allies.Dr. Jones holds a Ph.D. from New York University, and is a Professor Emerita from the African and African Diaspora Studies Department at the University of Texas at Austin, a mother, a Queer wife, and a curious sojourner. For more information about her work see: https://ournextnow.com/called-by-water
- 5:00 PM1hCommuter Student Network - Kickoff MeetingDo you commute to campus? Do you live off-campus and walk, bike, or drive to school? Do you have any problems or questions? If so, join us for our kickoff meeting! We'd love to meet you and get you connected with resources and fellow commuters. We're here to support all commuters.Stay updated on our Instagram: @bgsucommuters.Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/commuter-student-network-kickoff-meeting
- 8:00 PM1hFaculty Artist Series: Katherine Pracht Phares, mezzo-soprano and Kevin Bylsma, pianoVoice faculty Katherine Pracht Phares, mezzo-soprano and Kevin Bylsma, piano will present a recital as part of the Faculty Artist Series. This event is free and open to the public and will be livestreamed.LIVESTREAM LINKPROGRAM LINK
- 8:00 PM1hFaculty Artist Series: Katherine Pracht Phares, mezzo-soprano and Kevin Bylsma, pianoVoice faculty Katherine Pracht Phares, mezzo-soprano and Kevin Bylsma, piano will present a recital as part of the Faculty Artist Series. This event is free and open to the public and will be livestreamed.LIVESTREAM LINKPROGRAM LINK