After the State of the University Address, enjoy a free lunch together with fellow students, faculty and staff members at the All-Campus Picnic!Join us on the Bowen-Thompson Quadrangle for delicious food and fun activities. Meet Freddie and Frieda, BGSU spirit groups and more.With a focus on sustainability, the picnic will be a zero-waste event⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer back to this page.------------------------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.

Join us as we induct our 2025 Academy of Distinguished Alumni honorees during this inspiring evening that kicks off Homecoming weekend.Induction into the Academy of Distinguished Alumni is one of the highest honors bestowed by the University. The academy was established to recognize the extraordinary accomplishments of alumni who have made significant contributions in their professional field and/or communities.This year's outstanding honorees include:Susan P. Mucciarone ’79, retired managing executive of private wealth at The Glenmede Trust Company NA John M. Starcher Jr. ’93, president and CEO of Bon Secours Mercy HealthMichael R. Wilcox ’75, chairman and CEO of Wilcox Financial and Wilcox Sport Management Dinner tickets are $75 per person. Attire is black tie optional.The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a reception for all attendees, followed by the dinner and formal program at 6:45 p.m.Register for the Academy of Disinguished Alumni event by August 26.

Join the BGSU Cheerleading Alumni Association for an unforgettable Homecoming weekend filled with tradition, pride and Falcon spirit! We’re excited to welcome all BGSU Cheerleading alumni, family,and friends back to Bowling Green to celebrate our legacy, relive cherished memories and reunite with the incredible BGSU Cheer Family #BGCF.REGISTER FOR BGSU CHEERLEADINGThis year, the BGSU Cheerleading Alumni Association is proud to introduce a more formalized Homecoming weekend schedule to re-engage our community with intentional and meaningful experiences. More details coming soon!Homecoming Weekend ScheduleFRIDAY, SEPT. 12Open Practice | 5:00 - 6:45 pm, Eppler South GymKick off the weekend by reconnecting with BGSU Cheerleading! Stop by our open practice to meet the current team and coaching staff, and cheer on the next generation!Welcome Reception | 7 - 9 pm, Student Union Cantina, $15Start the reunion weekend with a lively evening among fellow BGSU Cheer alumni! At this gathering the BGSU Cheerleading Alumni Association will be celebrating a special falcon to be recognized as Alumni of the Year. Learn about opportunities for engaging with the current program. Registration covers food and non-alcoholic beverages. Cash bar available. Join us in this opportunity to kick off the reunion weekend!SATURDAY, SEPT. 13Join the BGSU Cheerleading Alumni Association as we travel as a group to each Saturday event. The meeting location to start the day will be the Stroh Center. The exact time and location of each activity will be clarified closer to the game.Alumni PracticeWarrior WalkCheer & Dance Spirit Show at the Stroh + TailgateCheer & Dance Spirit Show at the StrohAlumni Cheer & Family Tailgate at the Stroh | $20 After the spirit show, join us at a tent for a delicious Chipotle buffet, exclusively for BGSU Cheerleading Alumni and their families.Cheer at the Homecoming GameSaturday’s attire: Orange alumni shirt and tennis shoes if cheering on the sidelinesGAME TICKETS FOR BGSU VS. LIBERTYGrab Your Game Tickets in the BGSU Cheer Section! This year, we’ve reserved a special block of seats just for BGSU Cheerleading alumni, their families, and friends so you can continue celebrating together after cheering on the sidelines. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience gameday side by side with your Falcon family!HOTEL BLOCKA block of hotel rooms is available. For information on hotel rooms, go to BGSU Cheerleading Alumni.

Black Alumni Council invites everyone to join reunion activities taking place throughout Homecoming weekend. Events are open to all and are a way to celebrate the community of BGSU alumni. These reunion events are just one way to acknowledge classmates and friends who have been integral to an alumnus' sense of belonging and recognize the community that has been impactful to them.Reunion weekend activities include:BAC Sip & Social, Friday, Sept. 12, 8 -11 p.m. at the Stone Ridge Country ClubBAC All Class Kick-Back, Saturday, Sept. 13, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. in the Lenhart Grand Ballroom of the Bowen-Thompson Student UnionBAC Willie "Yo" Young Brunch, Sunday, Sept. 14, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Lenhart Grand Ballroom of the Bowen Thompson Student UnionRegistration informationInterested in attending the football game and sitting in the Black Alumni Council block? Purchase tickets here.

Come explore the Universe at the BGSU Planetarium with the show EXPLODING UNIVERSE. Explosions fill the Universe, from the Big Bang, to exploding stars, black holes, colliding galaxies, the great collision that created the Moon, and even super volcanoes here on Earth. Witness them all shaping and re-shaping the Universe during this show.$2 donation suggested for all planetarium shows.

Celebrate your return to Bowling Green State University with an unforgettable Homecoming celebration with the Sidney A. Ribeau President’s Leadership Academy! This will be a special opportunity to reconnect with fellow Falcons, reflect on cherished memories and celebrate the enduring spirit and legacy of our beloved program!This Homecoming promises to be the best yet – as the 20th anniversary of the 2005 Cohort will be taking place, marked by a variety of exciting events and activities designed to engage all PLA alumni in meaningful ways. Whether you are revisiting campus for the first time in years or returning to your favorite spots, we want to ensure your experience is filled with joy, nostalgia and camaraderie.Weekend SchedulePLA Leadership Forum & Thompson Meeting Friday, Sept. 12, 2025 | 5-6:30 p.m. All PLA alumni invited; no cost to attend.2005 Cohort Brunch Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 2005 Cohort and guests only Cost to attend (adults: $25; children 12-4: $12.50; children under 3: free).PLA Tailgate Celebration Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 | 1-4 p.m. All PLA aumni invited Cost to attend: $35 – includes admission, food, entertainment and reunion shirtTravel InformationA room block has been reserved for attendees at:Hilton Garden Inn Perrysburg 6165 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg, OH 43551 419-873-0700Room Block Name: BGSU PLA 2005 Reunion Note: Room block is available for all alumni of the PLA, not just the 2005 cohort!Availability: Sept. 12-14, 2025 Rate: $134 per night (plus tax) Booking Deadline: Aug. 11, 2025 How to Reserve: Call the hotel directly or use this reservation link and mention the "BGSU PLA 2005 Reunion" block to receive the group rate.Please book early—rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.We look forward to welcoming you back to campus this year and celebrating what makes BGSU such a special place for all of us. Together, let’s create an experience to remember – one that reflects the pride, passion and promise of our PLA alumni network.