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.

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.

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.

Join us for a fun and informative drop-in event during Commuter Student Appreciation Week. This event will take place right outside the Marvin Center and will include a variety of activities designed to help you learn more about getting involved with your local government.Free Popcorn and TriviaStop by for a free serving of popcorn and try your hand at some light-hearted trivia. It's a great opportunity to take a break, have some fun and engage with your peers while learning about important civic topics.Get Involved with Local GovernmentLearn more about the BGSU Poll Worker Program and how you can actively participate in local government engagement. There will be tables set up with valuable information and resources on how you can make a difference in your community.Why You Should AttendEnjoy free popcorn and engage in fun trivia activities.Learn how to get involved with local governmentConnect with others who are passionate about civic engagement and make your voice heard.Don't miss out!Come for the popcorn, stay for the opportunity to get informed and involved with your local government. It's a great way to learn how you can make a real impact in your community!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.

Facilitator: Dr. Radhika Gajjala, Professor, School of Media & CommunicationSession Type: Panel DiscussionSession Category: Equity & Access; Pedagogical Innovation; Success & BelongingDuration: 60 minutesLocation: ZoomDescription & Learning Outcomes:How do we balance AI's potential with ethical and privacy concerns? This panel will bring together faculty and staff to explore the complexities of AI in classroom and in the workplace. You'll delve into critical questions about data privacy, bias, and the impact on employment. Walk away with a deeper understanding of how to navigate AI's opportunities and challenges responsibly.In this session, you will:Recall key ethical and privacy considerations related to AI in education. List potential impacts of AI on employment and workplace dynamics in academia. Reflect on your own perspective regarding the balance between AI challenges and opportunities. This session is part of the AI in Higher Ed Series offered by the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE). Participants who attend three sessions in this series may receive the AI in Higher Ed email signature stamp.To register for this event, use the Spring 2025 AI in Higher Ed Series 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. For virtual Let's Talk, contact the Counseling Center to secure a time. Virtual Let's Talk consultations are not scheduled more than 24 hours in advance.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.Call 419-372-2081 to Schedule your Let's Talk AppointmentPlease 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.