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Sold Out: Falcons After Dark: Wicked 2 Premier Bus Trip

Fri, Nov 21, 2025

Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Skybank, Room 201 for check-in/ meet up

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📍 Check-in: 6 p.m. at BTSU SkyBank 🚌 Departure: 6:30 p.m. | 🎬 Movie Begins: 7:30 p.m. at Cinemark in Levis Commons Tickets for this bus trip are sold out. Students will travel together on a charter bus to see the highly anticipated premiere of Wicked: Part Two. 🧹 All attendees are required to use the free, university-provided transportation. This is your chance to see the movie in theaters before it flies away. Questions? Contact Student Engagement at engage@bgsu.edu. Something wonderful is coming... and you’re invited. 💚 ⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to this page. ------------------------ Falcons After Dark hosts FREE events every Friday for all students throughout the Fall and Spring semesters. Events are hosted by the Office of Student Engagement and always include music, free food, engaging activities and tons of fun!
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Spring Campus Fest

Tue, Jan 20, 2026 3pm to 6pm

Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Ballroom and Multipurpose Room

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Find your community and make connections at Spring Campus Fest! Spring Campus Fest is a fair that features over 130 student organizations! When you get involved on campus, you not only enhance your BGSU experience but also have the chance to discover new sides of yourself. Curious what org you would match best with beforehand? Take our student org calculator! ✨Attend Campus Fest and have a chance to win one of our themed baskets:  No purchase necessary to enter. Winners will be drawn from students who complete a connection card during the event!
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Welcome Back BBQ

Tue, Jan 13, 2026 4pm to 7pm

The Oaks, Social House

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Kick off the spring semester with a Welcome Back BBQ hosted at the Social House @ the Oaks! Enjoy a sizzling barbecue. ------------------------ Week of Welcome Jan. 12-17 | This event is part of Week of Welcome. Explore all of the events hosted by the campus community to celebrate the start of the semester.
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Sounds of the Stadium

Sun, Nov 16, 2025 3pm

Stroh Center

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$10 general admission
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The Falcon Marching Band, under the direction of Jon Waters, presents Sounds of the Stadium! This exciting performance features music from all of this year's halftime shows, plus more of your Falcon favorites! Tickets are $10 general admission, and can be purchased here. Free admission for BGSU students with ID card at the door. PROGRAM LINK
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Symphonic Band & University Band

Wed, Nov 19, 2025 8pm

Moore Musical Arts Center, Kobacker Hall

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The Symphonic Band and University Band will present a concert. This event is free and open to the public. LIVESTREAM LINK PROGRAM Symphonic Band:   Chester (1956) | William Schuman (1910-1992) Prelude and Fugue in C Major BWV 553 (1722/1955) | J.S. Bach (1685-1750), arr. Moehlmann Symphony No. 6 (1956) | Vincent Persichetti (1915-1987)      Adagio-Allegro      Adagio Sostenuto      Allegretto      Vivace BGSU SYMPHONIC BAND PERSONNEL Flute Alyssa Branon Libby Dotterer Elijah Ondrish Jacob Egts Johnathan Robinson Amanda Reed Jenna Schumaker, Piccolo Oboe Grace Russell Quentin O’Brien Luke Bass, English Horn Bassoon Corbin Johns Eleanor Margraf Lorelei Wilkerson Audrey Benson Clarinet Ryan Kramer Andrew Sowders, E-flat Morgan Thompson Maelee Zerkle Cee Costello Chris Boyes Jarod Reid Brynlea Houser Reagan Fairbanks Jadyn Ochoa Curtis Graham Bass Clarinet Elliot Bentley Saxophone James Stickler Conor Lynch Mitchell Daniel Charli Carroll Alex Dale Ryan Williams Horn Emma Clement Patrick Scully Krystina Rodkey Rowen Raynes Ash Behn Micky McMahon Ella Jobe Trumpet Jack Mantonya, Co-principal Eliana Peron, Co-principal Lucas Vile Bingcheng Li Alex Preston Jonathan Perez Blanco Evan Picchioni Evan Frank Courtney Woerlein Trombone Connor Kirkner Sky Spiriti Kaitlyn Osborne Christian Chang Mason Armitage Xander Soural Euphonium Zephyr McQuade Zai Johnson Hannah Crowe Tuba Jamie Chester Alyssa Shimmel Trey Reed Mason Combs Percussion Josh Boyd Ian Holdridge Carson Van Gorder Zion Bateman Sarah Hertenstein El Wisniewski Emily Brand    
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Hooks and Books at Kreischer

Sun, Nov 16, 2025 6pm to 8pm

Kreischer Hall, 2nd floor lounge on Ashley-Batchelder side

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Crochet, Read, Relax Looking for a cozy way to unwind? Hooks & Books is a relaxing event where you can crochet and read in one calm, welcoming space. Whether you're an experienced crafter or just picking up a hook for the first time, this is the perfect place to slow down and focus on something creative. Bring a book, your current project, or start something new—no pressure, just peaceful vibes and good company. Whether you live in Kreischer or across campus, this is the perfect opportunity for all students to come together and unwind at Hooks & Books. Materials provided while supplies last! Collectable Pins✨ Kreischer events will feature collectible pins! Recurring events will take place every evening (except Fridays) from 6–8 p.m. in the Kreischer Sundial (Freddie/Frieda Rooms) throughout the fall semester. Attend all six events to collect all six pins and decorate your room with Falcon flair.
Anne Vallayer-Coster, Attributes of Music, 1770

Early Music Ensemble

Wed, Nov 19, 2025 7:30pm

Physical Sciences Building, Planetarium

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The Early Music Ensemble will present a concert at the BGSU Planetarium. This event is free and open to the public.   

AI Exchange

Thu, Nov 20, 2025 10:30am to 11:30am

Virtual Event

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Curious to know how your colleagues are using AI in their classrooms or research practices? Join an AI Exchange, a collaborative space to explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence in teaching, learning, and research. A selection of resources will be shared in advance as optional inspiration—perfect if you’d like to see examples or spark ideas before the session. Come prepared to share your own experiences, tools, and strategies for using AI—or strategies you’re interested in exploring—whether you’ve been experimenting for a while or are just getting started. Together, you and other participants will explore possibilities and walk away with actionable strategies you can apply right away.  Why you should attend: Share your own approaches, experiences, and strategies related to using AI in your academic practice.  Identify practical AI strategies or tools that you can adapt for your own work.  Connect with colleagues who share your interest in leveraging AI to enhance teaching, learning, research, and productivity.  To register for this event, use the Fall 2025 CFE-Facilitated Session Registration Form.  Advance registration is required. Registration will close one business day before the scheduled event.  [You will receive the Zoom link one day before the event.]  For more information on this event, visit the Session Catalog page of the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) website.    If 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.   If you have any questions about this event, email the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) at cfe@bgsu.edu       
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FREE Martial Arts Classes

Tue, Nov 18, 2025

Student Recreation Center, Martial Arts Studio - Classroom #38

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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  All ability levels are welcome Why you should attend Classes are conducted in a supportive environment through which participants can improve their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. How to attend Drop in to join this 6-7:30 p.m. class on Tuesdays between August 26 - December 9. (No class on October 7 or November 11) Class is hosted in the Martial Arts Studio (#38) in the sub-basement at the Student Rec Center Advance 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.
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Jazz Lab Band 2

Tue, Nov 18, 2025 8pm

Moore Musical Arts Center, Kobacker Hall

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Jazz Lab Band 2 will present a concert. This event is free and open to the public. LIVESTREAM LINK PROGRAM LINK
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66th Annual High School Honor Band Clinic: Wind Symphony

Fri, Nov 21, 2025 8pm

Moore Musical Arts Center, Kobacker Hall

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The BGSU Wind Symphony will present a concert  as part of the 66th Annual Honor Band Clinic. This event is free and open to the public. LIVESTREAM LINK
The BG Philharmonia in concert

BG Philharmonia

Sun, Nov 23, 2025 3pm

Moore Musical Arts Center, Kobacker Hall

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$10 general admission
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The BG Philharmonia will present a concert. Tickets for this performance are $10, and can be purchased here. Free admission for BGSU students with ID card at the door. This event will be livestreamed. LIVESTREAM LINK  
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