Aqua ZumbaAugust 26 - December 9 (No class Nov 11)Available on Tuesdays from 5:30 – 6:15 PM at the Student Recreation Center, Cooper PoolIn 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.Registration is not required.Interested in hosting a 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 towel if possible.For More InformationKaryn Smith Phone: 419-372-9309 Email: karync@bgsu.edu Falcon Fitness – www.bgsu.edu/recwell/falcon-fitness

Aug 25 – Dec 12 | Tuesdays from 6 -8 pm | BTSU 427 No session: Oct 7, Nov 11🎮 Play Videos 🤝 Meet New People ✨ Rest & RechargeLevel-Up Your Self-Care is a weekly gaming program where students connect, relax, and recharge. Each session starts with a “High, Low, Buffalo” check-in, followed by casual video game play. It’s a fun, supportive space to build friendships, reduce stress, and boost well-being—one game at a time.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.For More Information: Office of Health & Wellness wellness@bgsu.edu | 419-372-WELL (9355) https://www.bgsu.edu/recwell/wellness-connection/well-being-programs/mindfulness.html

Looking for a laid-back way to break up your week? Video Game Night is a recurring event happening every Tuesday in Kreischer Hall, open to all BGSU students—whether you live in the halls or not.Come for casual matches, friendly competition and a great place to meet fellow gamers. From classics to new favorites, there’s something for everyone.🎮🕹️No pressure, no experience required—just show up and play. This is your space to unwind, connect and level up your Tuesday night.Collectable Pins✨ Kreischer events will feature collectible pins! Recurring events will take place every evening (except Fridays) from 6–8 p.m. in the Kreischer Sundial (Freddie/Frieda Rooms) throughout the fall semester. Attend all six events to collect all six pins and decorate your room with Falcon flair.------------------------ Weeks of Welcome Aug. 20-Oct. 3 | This event is part of Weeks of Welcome, which begins at move-in and extends to 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.

Students who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community will give a concert. Free and open to the public.

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 2025: 10 AM - 4 PM1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month throughout the semester.September 3, September 17October 1, October 15November 5, November 19December 3Bring a photo ID to the appointment

Discover global perspectives at BGSU's annual conferenceAre you interested in studying abroad, engaging with intercultural experiences or exploring international topics? The Embracing Global Engagement Conference is your chance to connect with students, faculty and staff who have expanded their education through global opportunities.About the EventHear firsthand stories from students who studied abroad with BGSU Education Abroad ProgramsGain insights from faculty and staff who research and teach on international topicsExplore how intercultural experiences can broaden your academic and career pathLearn practical steps for making your own global journey possibleThis annual conference is open to everyone, but is especially valuable for students considering travel abroad through BGSU programs.Present Your WorkUndergraduate and graduate students from all disciplines are invited to participate. Register to present by Monday, Sept. 29.Event Schedule9:30 a.m. | Opening Remarks9:35-10:25 a.m. | Keynote Presentation - Dr. Amy RobinsonDr. Amy Robinson is Professor of Spanish at Bowling Green State University and Chair of the Department of World Languages and Cultures. Her research and teaching focuses on political resistance and marginalized identities in historical literature, popular culture, and film. Her work on Mexican literature, culture and film has been published in journals such as Studies in Latin American Popular Culture, Bulletin of Spanish Studies and more.10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. | PresentationsKeynote Presentation: "Global Engagement in the Age of AI: Why Intercultural Communication Skills Matter More Than Ever."In an age when artificial intelligence can translate text and speech with remarkable efficiency, one might imagine that developing intercultural skills has lost relevancy. However, the need remains vital for professionals and citizens who can collaborate across cultures, interpret intercultural contexts, and build cross-cultural relationships. Communicating effectively with culturally and linguistically diverse communities requires more than transactional translation; it requires empathy, respect, and the ability to see from multiple cultural perspectives. Global engagement, moreover, involves cultivating a worldview that recognizes the lived meaning of cultural traditions. This presentation explores concrete examples to illustrate why interdisciplinary learning—especially the integration of language study and intercultural competence—remains vital for success in our interconnected world.