In 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.Available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:10 – 12:50 PM in Jerome Library Room 142Registration is not required. Please bring your own yoga mat or towelNo classes Oct. 7 & Nov. 11Interested 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

Weekly PAWS therapy dog visit at the Student Recreation Center.Mondays | 5 – 6 pm Starts August 26th, weekly No session on September 2, October 7, or November 11Send questions or comments to Ashley Hartman at ashthom@bgsu.edu and 419-372-4584.To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance, or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.------------------------Weeks of Welcome Aug. 21-Oct. 4 | This event is part of Weeks of Welcome, which begins at move-in and extends through 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.

This space is for any Resident Advisors who are wanting support or wanting to build connection with other resident advisors and their unique experiences in their roles as students who are overseeing and living with their residents. Register here!

Free Martial Arts ClassesLearn 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.Tuesdays: September 3 - December 3, 2024 6 - 7:30 PM: Student Recreation Center Classroom 188 (Room subject to check, check in at the Welcome Desk)Open to BGSU students, faculty and staff, ages 14 and up. All ability levels are welcome! Classes are conducted in a supportive environment through which participants can improve their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.Drop in to any class, advance registration not required. Wear comfortable clothing.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 Ben Batey: bbatey@bgsu.edu

📣Calling all Fall 2024 GraduatesThis Fall Senior Celebration is your moment to celebrate the end of the academic year, reflect on the amazing memories you've made, and all the excitement your future holds! Throughout the week of Dec 2-6 we will have different events and parting gifts to celebrate YOU and your accomplishments⤵️Fill out your BGSU Graduation survey (coming Dec. 2) and pick up your BGSU Alumni MugEnjoy the Senior Lounge in the clocktower area on the second floor of the Bowen Thompson Student UnionJoin fellow graduates for Senior Toast Celebration to toast all you have accomplishedHead back to the oaks for a nostalgic meal one last time

Looking for a place to unwind with friends or meet new people? Whether you love cards, board games, cornhole, puzzles, movies or other games, check out Game Night in the Rad every Tuesday from 6-8pm. Hosted by Life Design Student Ambassadors, Game Nights in the Rad strive to help students prioritize their well-being and connections. Popcorn will be provided! Game Nights in the Rad begin September 10 and continue until December 3rd. Snacks will be provided!For questions, please email lifedesign@bgsu.edu or call 419-372-5533