The Midterm Grading Period runs from Feb. 24-March 16.Midterm grades help you answer the question, “What would my final grade be if the semester ended today?” Instructors can submit grades at any time throughout this period, so you should check your grades often.Midterm grade details can help provide insight to adjust your academic performance.

We will begin the spring semester in film club by going deeper into why professional film and TV CGI takes so long to render, and how a VFX-heavy film gets edited.Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/explaining-the-common-shaders-and-render-passes-in-cgi-how-to-edit-a-vfx-heavy-film

Don't miss the latest installment in the Center for Women and Gender Equity (CWGE) Research Seminar Series! Dr. Amy French will present her research, titled "The Balance of Being Cool and Knowledgeable," with delves into the perspectives of Black women teaching in higher education doctoral programs. This thought-provoking session will explore how these educators navigate balancing authority, expertise and cultural relevance in academic environments.Key Insights from Dr. FrenchDr. French's presentation will offer valuable insights into the unique experiences and challenges faced by Black women in academia, particularly within doctoral programs. It's an essential conversation for anyone interested in equity in higher education.Why You Should AttendGain a deeper understanding of Black women's experience in higher education.Explore strategies for navigating authority and cultural relevance in the classroom.Participate in an interactive discussion and network with fellow academics.RSVP and Event DetailsPlease RSVP by contacting cwge@bgsu.edu. Please indicate whether you plan to attend in person or via Zoom meeting.Don't miss out! RSVP today and engage with Dr. Amy French's important research!------Women’s History Month This event is part of Women’s History Month at BGSU. Explore all of the events hosted by the campus community to honor, celebrate and learn more about women’s history all month long.

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.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

Facilitators: Gretchen Avery, Textbook Specialist, Jerome LibrarySession Type: DemonstrationSession Category: Equity & AccessDuration: 1 hourLocation: Online via ZoomDescription & Learning Outcomes:BGSU faculty and instructors are required to register textbooks, open textbooks, and course materials via Verba, the University’s textbook reporting program, in order to comply with the Higher Education Opportunity Act. Once course materials are registered in Verba, students are able to access their booklist and compare prices from major online retailers, ensuring they have access to the correct course materials at the most affordable price. This demonstration will show you how to register your required course items in Verba. Time will be provided during the training to register your own requirements and start planning for next semester. All BGSU faculty and instructors are welcome to attend this session. This training is not recommended for Verba department reviewers, as the workshop will cover a different Verba view and functions.In this session, you will learn how to:Register textbooks, open educational resources (OER) and other course materials using Verba.Utilize Verba in an efficient and accurate manner.To register for this event, use the Spring 2025 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.

SciENcv: How to Create Your Biosketches and Communicate Your Scholarly ContributionsScience Experts Network Curriculum Vitae (SciENcv) is a centralized system that allows researchers to develop and maintain biosketches for their grant proposals and annual reports.In this interactive session, you will learn how to use SciENcv to document and communicate your scholarly contributions. Specifically, by completing this workshop, you should be able to:1. Create and access your SciENcv account.2. Use SciENcv to prepare a biosketch.3. Export your biosketch.After providing a brief overview and introduction to SciENcv, we will provide a guided tutorial on how to create and access one’s SciENcv account. Next, workshop participants will receive guided assistance on how to use SciENcv to develop and export their biosketches.