MANDATORY* for first-year students. Convocation is the official new student academic welcome to the University and celebrates the importance of academic excellence, innovation, integrity and discovery – all of the things that make the BG experience so unique. New students will hear from BGSU President Dr. Rodney Rogers and Provost Dr. Joe Whitehead, as well other academic and student leaders. They will also learn about some of the University’s special traditions and history as they start their first semester as Falcons. ____________ Attention families – Watch convocation with your student and hear from President Rogers and other BGSU leadership. Family Live Stream Access→ ____________ Weeks of Welcome This event is part of Weeks of Welcome. This celebration kicks off on Aug. 20 and concludes with Family Weekend on Oct. 9. Learn more about the events>> ____________ * If this is the first year you are attending BGSU full-time, attendance is required. This includes transfer, commuting and international students. However, if you have a prior commitment outside of your control, your absence is excused.  

MANDATORY* academic programming for new students.  Get to know other new students and faculty in your department and major. Hear first-hand from your faculty about what it takes to be successful, as well as expectations, guidelines and resources that will be helpful to you throughout your BGSU experience. ____________ How to participate: You will need to report to a specific location on campus by 1 p.m. EDT on Aug. 24 based on the college and program you are associated with.   You can also reach out to your Academic and Career Planning Specialist with questions or advising@bgsu.edu.  To find where you need to report, please visit the Get with the Program Schedule web page→ ____________ Weeks of Welcome This event is part of Weeks of Welcome. This celebration kicks off during move-in week and concludes with Family Weekend on Oct. 9. Learn more about the events>> ____________ * If this is the first year you are attending BGSU full-time, attendance is required. This includes transfer, commuting and international students. However, if you have a prior commitment outside of your control, please contact your college program office for assistance.

Interested in going Greek or learning more about what's involved with being part of our community?  Join Fraternity and Sorority Life as we host our first Greek 101 sessions of the year! Meet members of the community, hear a presentation about our organizations and how to become a lifelong member, and what being a member can get you post-college! Learn more about this event>>  ____________ Weeks of Welcome This event is part of Weeks of Welcome. This celebration kicks off on Aug. 20 and concludes with Family Weekend on Oct. 9. Learn more about the events>>

First-year Pre-Professional Program students only. After attending your mandatory Get with the Program sessions for your major, first-year Pre-professional program (PPP) students are invited to attend this important virtual Meet & Greet.  Meet individuals from the PPP Advisory Board, student ambassadors and get an introduction to the PPP advising office.  How to participate: This event is virtual and Zoom will need to be downloaded to your device to participate. A Zoom link to attend will be sent to all first-year PPP students. (Your BGSU email, not your personal email address.) Questions? Contact ppp@bgsu.edu. ____________ Weeks of Welcome This event is part of Weeks of Welcome. This celebration kicks off during move-in week and concludes with Family Weekend on Oct. 9. Learn more about the events>> ____________

Interested in going Greek or learning more about what's involved with being part of our community? Join Fraternity and Sorority Life as we host our first Greek 101 sessions of the year! Meet members of the community, hear a presentation about our organizations and how to become a lifelong member, and what being a member can get you post-college! Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/greek-101-103

Another night jam-packed full of events for students to connect and unwind before classes start on Aug. 26.  Falcon Frenzy will feature:  BG Bingo Bango | Bowen-Thompson Student Union (BTSU) Ballroom Room | What happens when you combine bingo with gameshows, food, and fun? Come find out and play to win cool prizes and meet new people. Stop by the BTSU ballroom for a good time. Movie | BTSU Theater | Want to chill out for a bit? Love movies? Do you love Shrek or have always wanted to watch it? Well, you are reading the perfect description! Join us as we host "Shrek" in the BTSU Theater!  Dale K- Almost Evil Comedy Hypnotist | Hosted in Olscamp | For over 20 years, Dale K has Entertained and Educated audiences in over 20 Countries. From Private Venues to Corporate Events...from Sold Out Theaters to your Favorite College Campus. His Honest and Unique approach to Hypnosis makes him a Worldwide Crowd Favorite.  Sip, Twist and Paint Party | BTSU Multipurpose Room | It’s a party while painting! Every hour there is a new genre of music so stop by to Pop & Paint, Trap & Paint, Country & Paint and Tik Tok & Paint. We also have ice cream floats! So stop by the Multipurpose Room and show off your talents. ____________ Weeks of Welcome This event is part of Weeks of Welcome. This celebration kicks off on Aug. 20 and concludes with Family Weekend on Oct. 9. Learn more about the events>>  

Calling all second-year students! We invite you to S-L-I-D-E into your second year with a proper welcome event you deserve!  Join us IN PERSON and grab a commemorative class of 2024 t-shirt, sit back and play giant yard games, watch a movie, chill by the fire, or hop onto an extreme inflatable slide to start your second year off right!   ____________ Weeks of Welcome This event is part of Weeks of Welcome. This celebration kicks off on Aug. 20 and concludes with Family Weekend on Oct. 9. Learn more about the events>>  

Calling all second-year students! We invite you to S-L-I-D-E into your second year with a proper welcome event you deserve! Join us IN PERSON and grab a commemorative class of 2024 t-shirt, sit back and play giant yard games, watch a movie, chill by the fire, or hop onto an extreme inflatable slide to start your second year off right!  Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/second-year-social

Another night jam-packed full of events for students to connect and unwind before classes start on Aug. 26. Falcon Frenzy will feature: BG Bingo Bango | Bowen-Thompson Student Union (BTSU) Ballroom Room | What happens when you combine bingo with gameshows, food, and fun? Come find out and play to win cool prizes and meet new people. Stop by the BTSU ballroom for a good time.Movie | BTSU Theater | Want to chill out for a bit? Love movies? Do you love Shrek or have always wanted to watch it? Well, you are reading the perfect description! Join us as we host "Shrek" in the BTSU Theater! Dale K- Almost Evil Comedy Hypnotist | Hosted in Olscamp | For over 20 years, Dale K has Entertained and Educated audiences in over 20 Countries. From Private Venues to Corporate Events...from Sold Out Theaters to your Favorite College Campus. His Honest and Unique approach to Hypnosis makes him a Worldwide Crowd Favorite. Sip, Twist and Paint Party | BTSU Multipurpose Room | It’s a party while painting! Every hour there is a new genre of music so stop by to Pop & Paint, Trap & Paint, Country & Paint and Tik Tok & Paint. We also have ice cream floats! So stop by the Multipurpose Room and show off your talents. Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/falcon-frenzy

Giveaways, inflatable games, music, activities, free food and more!After the Welcome Night Pep Rally, then head over to the Student Rec Center for some late-night fun.Free yoga and Zumba classesMake-n-take activities & craftsBoard gamesIntramural sportsPick-up gamesInflatable games and obstacle courseAlong with enjoying all the resources, the rec center has to offer. Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/late-night-at-the-rec