Pickleball at the Student Recreation CenterJanuary 13 – May 2Available on Fridays on the MAC Court from 11 AM – 1 PMEquipment available for complimentary use. SRC membership not required for pickleball play during these specified times. Reserve a court at https://www.bgsu.edu/recwell/student-recreation-center/MACReservations.htmlFun, social & enjoyed by all skill levels – pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports nationwideFor more information contact Julia Adams:jthatch@bgsu.edu, recwell@bgsu.edu, 419.372.2000 or 419.372.7458

Facilitator(s):Dr. Siva priya Santhanam, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders Dr. Victoria VanUitert, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor, School of Inclusive Teacher Education Session Type: Interactive WorkshopSession Category: Equity & Access, Success & BelongingDuration: 1 hourLocation: Online via ZoomDescription & Learning Outcomes:This workshop challenges educators' assumptions about neurodivergent students, providing scenarios for reflection and practical strategies to create a supportive and respectful environment. Learn to recognize and address potential biases, develop a compassionate approach to teaching, and implement effective supports. You will leave this session equipped with actionable steps to support all learners.In this session, you will:Identify common misconceptions and biases related to neurodivergent students. Describe compassionate pedagogy and its implications for classroom teaching. Develop strategies to create a more respectful and supportive classroom environment for neurodivergent students. To register for this event, use the Spring 2025 Campus Partner 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.

"Let's Talk" is a free and confidential service available to all BGSU students.Students can meet for a brief, informal, 15-minute consultation with BGSU Counseling Center staff. They can listen to specific problems, help explore solutions and introduce you to what it’s like to speak with a member of the staff.Please note: "Let's Talk" does not take the place of therapy, and consultations are not appropriate for urgent concerns or mental health emergencies. During the consultation, BGSU clinicians will listen to your concerns and offer support, information and resources.Learn more about "Let's Talk">>__________________________________________________________ As the BGSU Counseling Center, we welcome all students and aspire to respect cultural, individual and role differences. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive, and affirming climate for individuals of all races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, gender identities, sexual/affectional orientations, religions, ages, abilities, sizes, socioeconomic statuses, languages and cultures. We invite you to start designing your individualized care plan with us by exploring all of the counseling services we have to offer you.

Calling all book lovers! Get ready to dive into the best of children's literature. Help us predict the 2025 Newbery Award winners! Immerse yourself in the magic of storytelling with our handpicked selection of books, all waiting for you in the Curriculum Resource Center (CRC) on the second floor of the Jerome Library. Then, join us on Friday, Jan. 17 for a discussion and voting as we decide which stories will capture the coveted award.Don't forget to join us for the Caldecott Read-In as well! Friday, Jan. 24 fom 2-5 p.m.

Soyeon Kate Lee, piano, will present a masterclass as part of the 15th annual David D. Dubois Piano Competition. Lee is on the piano faculty at the Juilliard School of Music and is the winner of the Naumberg and Concert Artist Guild Competition.The David D. Dubois Piano Competition supports student pianists at several levels. It provides a number of scholarship opportunities for high school students to attend BGSU, it encourages undergraduate piano students to develop innovative programming ideas for outreach projects and it supports current piano students to participate in music festivals around the world.

Join us for a fun Falcon After Dark event at Slater Ice Arena! Lace up your skates and glide into the night with friends for some cool fun on the ice. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the winter vibes and kick off the weekend! ❄️Please bring your BGID for free admission!------------------------Week of Welcome Jan. 13-17 | This event is part of Week of Welcome. Explore all of the events hosted by the campus community to celebrate the start of the semester.