Prepare for a Smooth Leadership ChangeIs your student organization gearing up for a leadership transition? Whether you're stepping into a new role or preparing to hand over responsibilities, a well-planned transition ensures your organization continues to thrive.What You’ll Gain:✅ Best practices for passing down knowledge and resources ✅ Strategies to keep your org organized and sustainable ✅ Insights from Student Organization Development experts ✅ A chance to ask questions and connect with other student leadersEnjoy Lunch While You LearnJoin us for a casual, interactive discussion over lunch, where you’ll walk away with actionable steps to make the transition process seamless for incoming leaders.Don’t miss this opportunity to set your organization up for long-term success! 🚀The form for this event will open on Feb. 24 and closes March 17

2025 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 entry​​​​​​​This 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.

Learn taijutsu, a traditional Japanese martial art focused on self-awareness and natural body movement for self-defense. Taijutsu involves unarmed techniques for striking, kicking, blocking, grappling and throwing, traditional weapon techniques, and methods of evasion and escape from dangerous situations.Who can attend?Open to BGSU students, faculty and staff, ages 14 and up. All ability levels are welcomeWhy you should attend Classes are conducted in a supportive environment through which participants can improve their physical, menta, and spiritual well-being.How to attendDrop in to join this 6-7:30 p.m. class hosted on Tuesday class between Jan. 14-April 29. (Class will not be hosted during spring break.)Class is hosted in the Martial Arts Studio (#38) in the sub-basement at the Student Rec CenterAdvance registration is not required.Wear comfortable clothing. About the instructor Instructed by BGSU Chief Well-Being Officer, Ben Batey. Ben is a licensed instructor with over 20 years of experience in the art of Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu and currently holds the rank of 6th degree black belt.For More Information, contact Ben Batey at bbatey@bgsu.edu.

All undergraduate commuter students are invited to enjoy free group fitness classes at the Student Recreation Center (SRC) through the entire week. Whether you're into yoga, cycling or strength training, there's something for everyone.How It WorksCheck out the class schedule to see what's availableVisit the SRC and tell our friendly staff at the desk that you're a commuter student to access your free class.Enjoy a variety of fitness options to fit your schedule and needs.Free Access to Well-Being RoomCommuter students can also take advantage of free access to a Well-Being Room all week. To enjoy this space, make a reservation through your MyRec Portal. It's a great way to relax on focus on your wellness during a busy week.Take advantage of these free fitness and wellness opportunities during Commuter Student Appreciation Week. Your health and well-being deserve to be a top priority–join us at the SRC and get moving!Commuter Student Appreciation Week This event is part of BGSU’s Commuter Student Appreciation Week. Explore all of the events hosted by the campus community to celebrate the commuter student experience at BGSU.

Save yourself a walk and take a ride with us!Take a break from your usual commute and let us help you get to class in style. Celebrate Commuter Student Appreciation Week with a free, convenient ride to class! Commuter students can enjoy complimentary golf cart shuttles that will take you directly to your on-campus destination.How it WorksGolf carts will be rolling through Lots 1, 5, 16 and other surrounding parking areas. Simply hop on, and the carts will drop you off at your desination on campus. This service will run on a rolling basis from 8-10 a.m., so you won't have to wait long to catch a ride.Take advantage of this special service as part of Commuter Student Appreciation Week. Free golf cart rides are waiting for you!Commuter Student Appreciation Week This event is part of BGSU’s Commuter Student Appreciation Week. Explore all of the events hosted by the campus community to celebrate the commuter student experience at BGSU.

Whether you need a LinkedIn profile photo, an updated headshot or just want to look your best for future career opportunities, we've got you covered. Dress to impress and stop by the Kuhlin Career Hub for a professional photo session.Free BGSU T-shirtAs a thank you for participating, you'll receive a free BGSU t-shirt! Look share and show your school pride while building your professional image.How it WorksHead to the Kuhlin Career Hub's photo booth at BTSU 225.Take a professional photo to use for LinkedIn, resumes or other uses.Your photo will be emailed directly to your BGSU email immediately after the session. AvailabilityThe photo booth is open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., so you can drop by at your convenience.Don't Miss OutTake advantage of this opportunity to upgrade your prodessional profile with a photo that will set you apart.Commuter Student Appreciation Week This event is part of BGSU’s Commuter Student Appreciation Week. Explore all of the events hosted by the campus community to celebrate the commuter student experience at BGSU.