Take a break and hit the ice during this budget-friendly weekday skating session, perfect for a midday refresh. Offered Monday through Friday, it’s a quick, energizing way to glide through your lunch hour or get in some casual practice.Whether you're sneaking in a solo skate or bringing a friend, you won’t find a cooler deal.Admission is just $3, with skate rental available for an additional $3 – no reservations are needed!Admission and skate rental is FREE for students who show a valid BGSU ID during Weeks of Welcome (August 25 - October 3)!------------------------ 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.

Connect with fellow commuter and transfer studentsAre you a commuter or transfer student looking to meet new people and feel at home on campus? Stop by our weekly gatherings to make friends, share experiences and find your community.Bring your lunch and hang outThis casual drop-in event is the perfect way to take a break between classes. Bring your lunch, relax and enjoy a welcoming space designed just for commuter and transfer students. Play board games, study or chat with classmates. It's your time, in your space!On-Campus SupportOur Commuter and Transfer Student Peer Mentor will be available to answer questions, offer resources and help you navigate campus life.You'll leave each event with new friends and helpful tips to make your semester easier!

46th Annual New Music Festival hosts guest composers Free and open to the public.LIVESTREAM LINKFor more information and a full schedule of events, visit our website: bgsu.edu/festival

Explore Toledo’s WWII Legacy Toledo played a vital role in World War II, both on the home front and overseas. Journalist and author Vince Guerrieri will honor the work of the late Joseph P. Boyle, Jr., a beloved Waite High School history teacher and author of the five-volume series Toledo’s War (University of Toledo Press, 2024).About the Book and Award Boyle’s five-volume Toledo’s War is the definitive account of Toledoans’ WWII experience. It won the Local History Publication Award, Book Category, Independent Division. Guerrieri will share Boyle’s research process, highlight stories from the books and reflect on Boyle’s impact on local historical scholarship.Attendees will gain insight intoToledo’s contributions to the WWII effortPersonal stories of local soldiers and familiesBoyle’s approach to researching and preserving this historyWhy Toledo’s WWII experience remains relevant todayWhy Attend This event is perfect for history enthusiasts, students, researchers and community members interested in Toledo’s unique past.Presented by the Center for Archival Collections (CAC) This talk is part of the Local History Publication Award Lecture Series, hosted by the CAC at BGSU University Libraries.

Concert 1 of the 46th Annual New Music Festival, featuring solo and chamber works. Free and open to the public.LIVESTREAM LINKFor detailed information and a full schedule of events, visit our website: bgsu.edu/festival

Cheer on the Falcons as They Take on Ball StateArriving early for Falcon Family Weekend? Make the most of your evening by joining fellow fans at Doyt L. Perry Stadium to support the Falcons as they face off against Ball State.Purchase your discounted tickets today!