Guest Artists Katherine Jolly, soprano and Tatiana Lokhina, piano will give a recital. Free and open to the public.PROGRAMNo Ordinary Woman (Clifton) 1997 | Gwyneth Walker (1947) Bones, Be Good! Turning Homage to My Hips Homage to My Hair The Thirty-Eighth Year~Pause~Genius Child (Hughes) (1992) | Ricky Ian Gordon (1956) Winter Moon Genius Child Kid In The Park To Be Somebody Troubled Woman Strange Hurt Prayer My People JoyPROGRAM NOTESNo Ordinary Woman (Lucille Clifton)Bones, Be Good! (the poet) i beg my bones to be good but they keep clicking music and i spin in the center of myself a foolish frightful woman moving my skin against the wind and tap dancing for my life.Turning turning into my own turning on in to my own self at last turning out of the white cage, turning out of the lady cage turning at last on a stem like a black fruit in my own season at lasthomage to my hips these hips are big hips they need space to move around in. they don’t fit into little petty places. These hips are free hips. they go where they want to go and do what they want to do these hips are mighty hips these hips are magic hips i have known them to put a spell on a man and spin him like a top.homage to my hair when I feel her jump up and dance i hear the music! my God i’m talking about my nappy hair! she is a challenge to your hand black man she can touch your mind with her electric fingers and the grayer she do get, good God. the blacker she do be.the thirty eighth year the thirty-eighth year of my life, plain as bread round as a cake an ordinary woman.an ordinary woman.i had expected to be smaller than this, more beautiful, wiser in African ways, more confident, i had expected more than this.i will be forty soon, my mother once was forty.i have dreamed dreams for you mama more than once. i have wrapped me in your skin and made you live again more than once. i have taken the bones you hardened and built daughters and they blossom and promise fruit like afrikan trees. i am a woman now. an ordinary woman.in the thirty eighth sear of my life, surrounded by life, a perfect picture of blackness blessed, i had not expected this loneliness.Genius Child (Langston Hughes)Winter Moon How thin and sharp is the moon tonight? How thin and sharp and ghostly white Is the slim curved crook of the moon tonight?Genius Child This is a song for the genius child. Sing it softly for the song is wild. Sing it softly as ever you can— Lest the song get out of hand.Nobody loves a genius child.Can you love an eagle, Tame or wild?Wild or tame, Can you love a monster Of frightening name?Nobody loves a genius child.Kill him—and let is soul run wild!Kid In The Park Lonely little question mark on a bench in the park:See the people passing by? See the airplanes in the sky? See the birds flying home before dark?Home’s just around the corner there— but not really anywhere.To Be Somebody Little girl Dreaming of a baby grand piano (Not knowing there’s a Steinway bigger, bigger) Dreaming of a baby grand to play That stretches paddle-tailed across the floor, Not standing upright Like a bad boy in the corner, But sending music Up the stairs and down the stairs And out the door To confound even Hazel Scott Who might be passing!Little boy Dreaming of the boxing gloves Joe Louis wore, The gloves that sent Two dozen men to the floor. Knockout! Bam! Bop! Mop!There’s always room, They say, At the top.Troubled Woman She stands In the quiet darkness, This troubled woman Bowed by Weariness and pain Like an Autumn flower In the frozen rain.Like a Wind-blown autumn flower That never lifts its head Again.Strange Hurt In times of stormy weather She felt queer pain That said “You’ll find rain better Then shelter from the rain.”Days filled with fiery sunshine Strange hurt she knew That made Her seek the burning sunlight Rather than the shade.In months of snowy winter When cozy houses hold, She’d break down doors To wander naked In the cold.Prayer I ask you this: Which way to go? I ask you this? Which sin to bear? Which crown to put Upon my hair? I do not know, Lord God, I do not know.My People The night is beautiful, So the faces of my people.The stars are beautiful, So the eyes of my people.Beautiful, also, is the sun. Beautiful, also, are the souls of my people.Joy I went to look for Joy, Slim, dancing Joy, Gay, laughing Joy, Bright-eyed Joy— And I found her Driving the butcher’s cart In the arms of the butcher boy! Such company, such company, As keeps this young nymph, Joy!Audience members are reminded to silence alarm watches, pagers and cellular phones before the performance. As a matter of courtesy and copyright law, no recording or unauthorized photographing is allowed. BGSU is a nonsmoking campus.

Looking for a quick study break or something fun to do at night? Head to Slater Family Ice Arena for Student Skate Nights. It’s the perfect way to relax, get moving, and share some laughs on the ice. Bring your neighbors, friends, or come solo and start a new evening routine out on the ice that continues all of Weeks of Welcome.What to ExpectFree admission and skate rentals with your BGSU student ID, now through Oct. 3All levels welcome — from beginners to confident skatersA relaxed atmosphere perfect for hanging out or meeting new peopleFriends and fun guaranteed at one of BGSU’s 'coolest' student activitiesIf you're having a good time skating, stick around after student skate to participate in Broomball at the Slater Ice Arena!Registration isn’t required, but signing up ahead of time will help speed things up when you arrive at Slater Ice Arena.😉🏒------------------------ 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.

Looking for something different to do when hanging out with friends? Broomball is a fast-paced game that blends fun, teamwork, and a little competition. Whether you’re in it to win or just want to share some laughs on the ice, it’s the perfect activity to try together.What Is Broomball?Broomball is a sport similar to ice hockey but played without skates. Players use broom-shaped sticks to hit a ball into the opposing team’s net. It’s fast, exciting, and designed for all skill levels — no experience required.What to ExpectAll gear provided — helmets and sticks supplied by SFIATeam-based fun — grab your friends or join in with new onesStudent-friendly — open to all BGSU students who want to try something newRegistration isn’t required, but signing up ahead of time will help speed things up when you arrive at Slater Ice Arena.😉🏒------------------------ 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.

The MGC intent to join form will be open May 22 through Oct. 1.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, Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc., and Phi Mu Alpha. 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.Questions? Check out some FSL frequently asked questions or email fsloffice@bgsu.edu.

Join the BGSU Cheerleading Alumni Association for an unforgettable Homecoming weekend filled with tradition, pride and Falcon spirit! We’re excited to welcome all BGSU Cheerleading alumni, family,and friends back to Bowling Green to celebrate our legacy, relive cherished memories and reunite with the incredible BGSU Cheer Family #BGCF.REGISTER FOR BGSU CHEERLEADINGThis year, the BGSU Cheerleading Alumni Association is proud to introduce a more formalized Homecoming weekend schedule to re-engage our community with intentional and meaningful experiences. More details coming soon!Homecoming Weekend ScheduleFRIDAY, SEPT. 12Open Practice | 5:00 - 6:45 pm, Eppler South GymKick off the weekend by reconnecting with BGSU Cheerleading! Stop by our open practice to meet the current team and coaching staff, and cheer on the next generation!Welcome Reception | 7 - 9 pm, Student Union Cantina, $15Start the reunion weekend with a lively evening among fellow BGSU Cheer alumni! At this gathering the BGSU Cheerleading Alumni Association will be celebrating a special falcon to be recognized as Alumni of the Year. Learn about opportunities for engaging with the current program. Registration covers food and non-alcoholic beverages. Cash bar available. Join us in this opportunity to kick off the reunion weekend!SATURDAY, SEPT. 13Join the BGSU Cheerleading Alumni Association as we travel as a group to each Saturday event. The meeting location to start the day will be the Stroh Center. The exact time and location of each activity will be clarified closer to the game.Alumni PracticeWarrior WalkCheer & Dance Spirit Show at the Stroh + TailgateCheer & Dance Spirit Show at the StrohAlumni Cheer & Family Tailgate at the Stroh | $20 After the spirit show, join us at a tent for a delicious Chipotle buffet, exclusively for BGSU Cheerleading Alumni and their families.Cheer at the Homecoming GameSaturday’s attire: Orange alumni shirt and tennis shoes if cheering on the sidelinesGAME TICKETS FOR BGSU VS. LIBERTYGrab Your Game Tickets in the BGSU Cheer Section! This year, we’ve reserved a special block of seats just for BGSU Cheerleading alumni, their families, and friends so you can continue celebrating together after cheering on the sidelines. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience gameday side by side with your Falcon family!HOTEL BLOCKA block of hotel rooms is available. For information on hotel rooms, go to BGSU Cheerleading Alumni.

Black Alumni Council invites everyone to join reunion activities taking place throughout Homecoming weekend. Events are open to all and are a way to celebrate the community of BGSU alumni. These reunion events are just one way to acknowledge classmates and friends who have been integral to an alumnus' sense of belonging and recognize the community that has been impactful to them.Reunion weekend activities include:BAC Sip & Social, Friday, Sept. 12, 8 -11 p.m. at the Stone Ridge Country ClubBAC All Class Kick-Back, Saturday, Sept. 13, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. in the Lenhart Grand Ballroom of the Bowen-Thompson Student UnionBAC Willie "Yo" Young Brunch, Sunday, Sept. 14, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Lenhart Grand Ballroom of the Bowen Thompson Student UnionRegistration informationInterested in attending the football game and sitting in the Black Alumni Council block? Purchase tickets here.