From the launch of the first artificial satellite, Sputnik, to early human spaceflight to Moon of the 1960s to today’s International Space Station.  See the Moon landings as never before and peek at possible future missions to Mars in this immersive, historically accurate reconstruction of Humankind’s first steps into space. $2 donation suggested for all planetarium shows.    

It is that time of year to be a kid again with the Office of Health and Wellness at the annual Big Playground! Hosted with many Campus and Students Orgs, you are sure in for a night of fun! This event features many fun and engaging opportunities for students such as a raffle with prizes, therapy dogs, a DJ and more!   FREE and open to all BGSU students Enjoy games, arts and crafts, and free food First 50 students receive FREE Safer Spring Break Kits The first 100 students to arrive receive a free one-time only Big Playground T-shirt! PAWS Team Therapy Dogs For More Information: wellness@bgsu.edu

We have the privilege to speak virtually with the CEO & President of IAAPA, Jakob Wahl!Jakob will speak on his industry journey, life lessons, and how to get involved with IAAPA beyond attending the Global Expo! Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/guest-speaker-jakob-wahl

Hayley Currin, cello, will present a student recital. This event is free and open to the public.  LIVESTREAM LINK: https://youtube.com/live/7ASiy9WnrQA?feature=share

The Symphonic Band and University Band will present a concert. This event is free and open to the public. LIVESTREAM LINK PROGRAM LINK COMING SOON  

This uplifting play about inclusivity is filled with fabulous-ness! The main character, Casey, is behind on his rent, just found out his wife is pregnant, and has recently been fired from his Elvis impersonator gig because the bar owner has brought in a drag show as the new entertainment. See how he overcomes these obstacles, and in the process, learns a whole lot about show business -- and himself. Purchase tickets for the show.

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 Enter Sign 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 entries Feb. 1-28 = 3 total entries March 1-31 = 2 total entries April 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.  

BGSU Women's Track and Field at Silverston Invitational

  The Center for Women and Gender Equity is partnering with Wood County Hospital for their annual donation drive! Donated items will benefit the Wood County Hospital SANE Department and Community Outreach programs. We are seeking new hygiene products, clothing, and other items, including but not limited to:  Tissues Shampoo/conditioner Soap Deodorant Washcloths Towels Lotion Toothbrushes/toothpaste Hair brushes/combs Mouthwash Toilet paper Menstrual products Laundry soap/pods and dryer sheets Hats Gloves Footwear (shoes and socks) Pregnancy clothing Winter clothing Sweats/sweatshirts Blankets Sleeping bags (for 0-10 degree cool weather) Water resistance coats/clothing Coats/jackets (adults) Boots If you wish to donate, you can buy items from the Donation Drive Wishlist and have them delivered to the CWGE or drop off donations in 280 Hayes Hall. The donation drive runs for the whole month of February.   

Mental Well-Being Skills: Burnout Prevention & Recovery   Fri Feb 14 & 21, Mar 21 & 28 | 9:30 – 10 am  | Virtual via Zoom  These free, virtual, 30-minute sessions are open to all faculty, staff, and students. Learn how to prevent and respond to burnout using mindful self-compassion. This program is based on the book Mindful Self-Compassion for Burnout, and all participants will receive a free copy of the book!   Register: https://bgsu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4MkRBUYx5b18VyC   Send 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.

Facilitator(s)/Speaker(s):   Abby Coon, M.S., Assistant Dean of Students for Student Care and Support, Deputy Title IX Coordinator, Office of the Dean of Students  Ashley Hartman, MPH, CHES®, OCPC (She/Her/Hers), Health Educator – Mental Health Focus, Office of Health and Wellness, Division of Community Well-Being  Session Type: Info Session  Session Category: Success & Belonging  Duration: 45 minutes  Location: Online via Zoom  Description & Learning Outcomes:  As a public university for the public good, BGSU prioritizes community well-being and belonging to ensure that Falcons do not struggle alone. One way BGSU prioritizes this community-wide responsibility to support students is through the Student of Concern Report tool. In this session, you will learn how to submit a Student of Concern Report to share your concerns for a student going through a personal hardship (e.g., mental health or physical health concern, food or financial insecurity, disruption to others, behavioral concerns). You will also learn how these referrals help the Office of the Dean of Students support and advocate for students and connect them to resources.   In this session, you will:  Define the purpose of the Student of Concern Report.  Identify instances when it is appropriate to submit a Student of Concern Report.  Explain how to write and submit a Student of Concern Report.  Describe the process after a Student of Concern Report is submitted.  Identify effective strategies for communicating with a student before and after a Student of Concern Report is submitted.  To register for this event, use the Spring 2025 Health & Wellness 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.edu     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. 

 Pickleball at the Student Recreation Center   January 13 – May 2   Available on Fridays on the MAC Court from 11 AM – 1 PM   Equipment available for complimentary use. SRC membership not required for pickleball play during these specified times. Reserve a court at https://www.bgsu.edu/recwell/student-recreation-center/MACReservations.html    Fun, social & enjoyed by all skill levels – pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports nationwide For more information contact Julia Adams:jthatch@bgsu.edu, recwell@bgsu.edu, 419.372.2000 or 419.372.7458

In this webinar, we will explore the graduate programs offered at Bowling Green State University. Topics will also include admissions requirements, campus services, the application process, tuition and fees and financial support. There will also be an opportunity for Q and A. Register Now! 

"Let's Talk" is a free and confidential service available to all BGSU students. 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.  Please 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.

Grab your beach vibes—Falcons After Dark is bringing the tropics to you! Join us for a night packed with relaxation, fun, and a splash of summer right in the middle of winter. Enjoy S’mores at the dessert bar, hot dogs, veggie dogs, and refreshing snacks such as fruit bar, and chips while you kick back and relax. Dive into the fun with sand art, volleyball, pickleball, Dance Dance Revolution and the climbing wall. Don't forget to bring your baithing suit to try out the thrilling water obstacle course. Grab a tube and watch Finding Nemo from the pool for a Dive-In Movie to cap off the fun, this is a night you won’t want to miss. See you there! 🌟🎥 ------------------------ 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!

BGSU Ice Hockey at Bemidji State University

Jessica Pytel, violin, will present a student recital. This event is free and open to the public.  LIVESTREAM LINK: https://youtube.com/live/U5v9HfyjlRg?feature=share

This uplifting play about inclusivity is filled with fabulous-ness! The main character, Casey, is behind on his rent, just found out his wife is pregnant, and has recently been fired from his Elvis impersonator gig because the bar owner has brought in a drag show as the new entertainment. See how he overcomes these obstacles, and in the process, learns a whole lot about show business -- and himself. Purchase tickets for the show.

The BGSU Wind Symphony 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. LIVESTREAM LINK PROGRAM LINK

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 Enter Sign 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 entries Feb. 1-28 = 3 total entries March 1-31 = 2 total entries April 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.  

BGSU Men's Basketball at Toledo