Explore Toledo’s Big Dreams and Bigger Lessons In the 19th century, Toledo inspired its pioneers with bold visions of greatness. None was bolder than Jessup Scott, who predicted that Toledo would become the “future great city of the world.” But the reality was more complicated.About the Speaker and Award Historian Dr. Timothy Messer-Kruse, School of Cultural and Critical Studies, Bowling Green State University, will explore Toledo’s early years, the soaring hopes of its boosters and the speculation that shaped its destiny. Messer-Kruse’s work on this topic won the Local History Publication Award, Article Category, Professional Division, leading to this special lecture.What You’ll LearnThe bold predictions that shaped Toledo’s developmentHow speculation built — and limited — the city’s growthLessons Toledo offers about urban development and declineWhy Attend Ideal for history enthusiasts, urban studies students and anyone curious about Toledo’s story, this lecture reveals the powerful forces that shaped the Glass City’s past and future.Presented by the Center for Archival Collections (CAC) This event is part of the Local History Publication Award Lecture Series, hosted by the CAC at BGSU University Libraries.Photo Credit: Cover, Toledo: “Future Great City of the World” as Envisaged Almost a Century Ago by Jessup Scott (reprint), 1937

Executive’s Institute: Develop Your Leadership & Build Your LegacyTake Your Leadership to the Next LevelAre you on the Executive Board of a student organization? Do you want to strengthen your leadership skills and ensure your organization thrives beyond your time at BGSU? The Executive’s Institute is your opportunity to grow as a leader, refine your role, and build a lasting impact.What You’ll Gain:✅ Personalized leadership development ✅ Strategies for organizational sustainability ✅ Insight into your role as an executive member ✅ A roadmap to leaving a meaningful legacy at BGSUSign up today!🚀 Lead with purpose. Build for the future.

Ready to show off your random knowledge? Each week brings a new theme and fresh challenges at Thursday Trivia Night—fast-paced, fun, and perfect for a midweek brain boost.Whether you’re a Kreischer regular or just swinging by, come solo or with a team, collect your Kreischer Kickback pin, and compete for a shot at winning a BGSU hammock 🧡Low-pressure. High vibes. All students welcome!Every other Thursday, Kreischer evenings rotate between Trivia Night and Name That Tune. We’ll see you at these unforgettable Thursday nights!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.

The Hubble Space Telescope marked 35 years in orbit in 2025. Celebrate this remarkable milestone with a classic planetarium show from just 5 years after Hubble’s launch. It details the novel first servicing mission using the Space Shuttle, which allowed astronauts to correct the optics of Hubble’s flawed mirror. See some of the first Hubble Space Telescope observations including the collision of a comet with Jupiter, sites of starbirth, stellar explosions and black holes, remote galaxies, and more, as they were seen in the first half of the 1990s.$2 donation suggested for all planetarium shows.Public stargazing will follow evening shows, weather permitting.

The BGSU Graduate and Fulton String Quartets will present a joint concert. This event is free and open to the public.LIVESTREAM LINK

Looking for a quick study break or something fun to do at night? Every Thursday 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.What to Expect$3 admission / $2 skate rental with a valid BGSU student IDAll 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 activitiesRegistration isn’t required, but signing up ahead of time will help speed things up when you arrive at Slater Ice Arena.🏒