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.

Join BGSU Dining and the Center for Student Connections and Opportunity for the start of Black History Month! Social House will be offering a specially curated menu, crafted by a talented chef to honor and celebrate the rich history and cultural heritage of the Black community.Don't miss this great opportunity to come together for a relaxed meal, to connect, discuss ideas and build relationships in a casual setting.This event is open to all students. Off-campus students in need of a meal swipe, please contact Adrienna Hutchins at ahutchi@bgsu.edu.

Join us for our Black History Month Guest Lecture, hosted by the Department of History at BGSU.Dr. Modupe Labode is the Curator of the Division of Political History in the African American History Curatorial Collective at the National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institute.She will present: "Reckoning with Remembrance: Interpreting the Life and Legacy of Emmett Till at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History." Her talk will focus on the interpretation of a vandalized historical marker commemorating the site where Emmett Till's body was recovered from the Tallahatchie River in 1955. The talk will focus on the exhibition team's ongoing relationship with the communities in Mississippi that created historical markers for the sites related to Emmett Till's life and legacy in Mississippi. She will focus on practices of Restorative History and the meaning of interpreting Black history in a general history museum.This lecture is free and open to the public.Guests can explore the exhibit online at the Smithsonian's website here

Facilitator: Division of Inclusion and BelongingSession Type: Interactive WorkshopSession Category: Equity & Access, Success & BelongingDuration: 3 hoursModality: In-person (see registration form for location of each session)Description & Learning Outcomes:The Safe Zone Project at Bowling Green State University promotes awareness of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+) individuals. Its goals are to increase awareness of LGBTQ+ people and issues, create gender-inclusive change on campus and in society, and form an understanding of the impact of intersectionality on identities and systems. The project aims to improve the climate for LGBTQ+ individuals at BGSU and make allies visible and involved with LGBTQ+ students, faculty, and staff.In this session, you will:Clarify your understanding of basic/intermediate LGBTQ+-related definitions. Develop and/or advance your understanding of socialization. Clarify your understanding of gender identity, gender expression, sex assigned at birth, and various orientations. Learn about US LGBTQ+ policies/law, specifically in the state of Ohio. Identify job-relevant behaviors and techniques rooted in allyship. Develop an action plan. 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 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.

Clubs will be in the Pub this week🍴🎉Pub 1910 is the place to be! Join us for Clubs in the Pub and explore the amazing student organizations BGSU has to offer. Each night, you’ll have the chance to connect with different clubs, meet new people, and find your perfect fit on campus.Free appetizers for the first 40 students each night!Sign your Organization up today!Don’t miss out on this fun and tasty way to get involved. See you there! 🥳✨

Aqua ZumbaJanuary 14 – April 29| No class during Spring Break, March 4Available 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. Please bring your own yoga mat or towelInterested in hosting a free 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 yoga mat or towel if possible.For More InformationKaryn Smith, MPH Health Educator, BGSU Department of Recreation and Wellness Phone: 419-372-9309 Email: karync@bgsu.edu Falcon Fitness – www.bgsu.edu/recwell/falcon-fitness