Opening Reception: Friday, September 23rd at 6pm   BGSU is pleased to welcome an important work into the Fine Arts Center collection, Portrait of the Artist, Running by Daniel Bennett Schwartz (b.1929 - d. 2020). To celebrate the arrival of the painting, School of Art director Charlie Kanwischer, has curated an exhibition focusing on the process that the artist used to create his masterwork over a period of 16 years.   The exhibition will be on view from Sept. 16 - Oct. 30, 2022 and will be accompanied by a full-color catalog. 

This visual flag display represented national statistics on the number of college students lost to suicide each year. Each flag represents five students lost. This display includes content regarding suicide. If you are in need of help, contact the Counseling Center. An on-call counselor available at 419-372-2081 for crisis situations from 8:00 a.m. to 5pm Monday-Friday. You can also utilize the Wood County Crisis Line at 419-502-4673 after Counseling Center business hours. Wood County Crisis Line is a 24 hours, 7 days a week crisis resource for folks in Wood County. Crisis Text Line-Text HOME to 741741 for a crisis counselor or text STEVE to 741741 for a culturally competent crisis counselor. You can also text or dial 988 to be connected to a crisis counselor 24/7. Send questions or comments to Ashley Hartman as ashhom@bgsu.edu. To learn more about Wellness Connectino programs visit our website https://www.bgsu.edu/recwell/wellness-connection.html and follow us on Instagram and Twitter @BGSUWellness.

Take 5 to Save Lives in an international campaign that encourages everyone to complete several action steps under 5 important themes to help prevention suicide. The themes are: LEARN, KNOW, DO, TALK, and SHARE. Be part of this campaign by sharing your “Take 5 to Save Lives” actions. LEARN: Take a few minutes to LEARN the warning signs, risk factors, and protective factors of suicide. KNOW: KNOW how to find help and support for yourself and others who may be suicidal. DO: Preventing suicide requires action. Everyone can DO something to get involved in the suicide prevention movement. TALK: TALKing about suicide does not put the idea of suicide in someone's head. It can be a lifeline. SHARE: SHARE Take 5 to help spread the word about one of the most important public health issues of our time. To learn more about Take 5 to Save Lives and ideas for action steps visit their website: https://www.take5tosavelives.org/take-5-steps. Use the following form to submit your action: https://forms.office.com/r/9vDsTM4Xnd.  All participants receive a FREE mental health advocate kit. Faculty, staff, and students can participate. Actions must be completed between September 1 - 30. Submissions are due by Friday, October 14. Questions? Contact Ashley Hartman at ashthom@bgsu.edu. To laern more about the Wellness Connection visit our website at Wellness Connection (bgsu.edu) and follow up on Twitter and Instagram at @BGSUWellness.  This program includes content regarding suicide. If you are in need of help, contact the Counseling Center. An on-call counselor available at 419-372-2081 for crisis situations from 8:00 a.m. to 5pm Monday-Friday. You can also utilize the Wood County Crisis Line at 419-502-4673 after Counseling Center business hours. Wood County Crisis Line is a 24 hours, 7 days a week crisis resource for folks in Wood County. Crisis Text Line-Text HOME to 741741 for a crisis counselor or text STEVE to 741741 for a culturally competent crisis counselor. You can also text or dial 988 to be connected to a crisis counselor 24/7.

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 

Welcome back, Falcons! Stop by the Mileti Alumni Center on Friday, Sept. 16, and Saturday, Sept. 17, to connect with friends, enjoy refreshments, check out the yearbooks in the library and share memories with fellow alumni and friends.  Throughout the weekend, Mileti will also be a hub of family-friendly activities.  Take a selfie with the giant Freddie and Frieda balloon mascots Relax with a snack inside or in the outdoor tented, picnic spaces Kids can pick up the BGSU 100th Anniversary coloring book and crayons And, as you head out, stop by the Sunday Send-off With the Birds at 9 a.m. on Sept. 18 for snacks and beverages with Freddie and Frieda!

Presented by Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies and The Center for Women’s and Gender Equity Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization (2022) is a landmark decision of the U.S. Supreme Court that has overturned Roe v. Wade (1973) and Planned Parenthood v. Casey (1992).  The Dobbs decision states that the Constitution of the United States does not confer a right to abortion. Much is unknown in the wake of this landmark decision. The Understanding Dobbs discussion series explores many of the issues the Dobbs decision has uncovered, deepening our collective knowledge, and fostering civil dialogue. This is a brown-bag series and participants are encouraged to bring their own lunches. Courts and Precedents with Dr. Josh Boston Sept. 16, Noon - 1 p.m. 203 Hayes Hall   The Dobbs decision reverses nearly 4 decades of U.S. Supreme Court precedence. Learn more about “precedents,” and how this decision may impact other court decisions. Dr. Josh Boston is a Political Science professor at BGSU.. If you have any questions or future topic recommendations, e-mail cwge@bgsu.edu.

We'll be sharing the truth about life in the womb using the Students for Life Human Rights Tabletop: a comprehensive look at fetal development, and how we know a distinct human life begins at the moment of fertilization. Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/human-rights-tabling-event

Stop by the Career Center to get a free professional headshot! The Career Center holds professional headshot drop-in hours from 1-3 p.m. on Fridays on a first come first served basis during the academic year.

BGSU Men's Cross Country vs Mel Brodt Open https://bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?id=18317

BGSU Women's Cross Country vs Mel Brodt Open https://bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?id=18325

BGSU Women's Soccer at Xavier TV: FloSports ($$) Streaming Video: https://flosports.link/3R26exy https://bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?id=15903

A kick-off to the 100th anniversary of BGSU Homecoming, this festive family-friendly event has something for everyone fostering BGSU’s connection with alumni, students and the community. Join us on Court Street across from the new Alumni Gateway to campus for food, music, games and fun. The street fest covers several blocks and features: A live DJ, jazz instrumentals, musical performances by Ten40 and a barbershop quartet and more Virtual hot air balloon Beer/wine/beverage garden Mosaic Photo Booth Caricature artist Games including a ninja course, Jacob's Ladder, putt putt, ax throwing and more.  Relax and connect with friends around the fire tables while taking in the sounds of Taiko drummers. Jump in for line dancing and Latin dance instruction. Make your mark to celebrate Homecoming by helping to create a community glass mosaic commemorating the 100th anniversary of BGSU's Homecoming. More is in store for the evening — check back often for updates. Registration is not required, but suggested if you are attending. Free parking is available in any campus lots during Homecoming Weekend, including lots that typically require payment. The closest parking for this event is in Lots 3 and 4 (the two commuter student lots immediately west of the train tracks), as well as Lot 7 at the Bowen-Thompson Student Union and Lot 11 at the corner of Thurstin and Wooster streets.

The Cincinnati Circus will bring its exciting acts to BGSU Homecoming during the Welcome Back Party on Court Street. You’ll have the opportunity to see two shows at 7 p.m. or 9 p.m. for FREE across the street from the block party on the lawn in front of Prout Chapel. Enjoy fun, interactive acts for the whole family such as aerial acrobatics and so much more! Free parking is available in any campus lots during Homecoming Weekend, including lots that typically require payment. The closest parking for this event is available in the following locations: Lots 3 and 4 (the two commuter student lots immediately west of the train tracks) Lot 7 at the Bowen-Thompson Student Union Lot 11 at the corner of Thurstin and Wooster streets Lots A and G (located east of the Maurer Center, entrance from Wooster Street)

Guest Artists Arved Ashby, presenter Katherine Rohrer, soprano Kimberly Monzón, soprano Jiung Yoon, piano will give a lecture-recital on the lieder of Gustav Mahler. Free and open to the public. PROGRAM Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen (Songs of a Wayfarer; 1884-85)      1. Wenn mein Schatz Hochzeit macht (When My Sweetheart is Married)      2. Ging heut’ Morgen über’s Feld (I Went   is Morning over the Field)      3. Ich hab’ ein glühend Messer (I Have a Gleaming Knife)      4. Die zwei blauen Augen von meinem Schatz (The Two Blue Eyes of my Beloved)                Katherine Rohrer, mezzo-soprano                Jiung Yoon, piano Rückert-Lieder (Songs after Rückert; 1901-02)      1. Blicke mir nicht in die Lieder! (Do Not Look into My Songs!)      2. Ich atmet’ einen linden Duft (I breathed a Gentle Fragrance)      3. Um Mitternacht (At Midnight)      4. Liebst du um Schönheit (If You Love for Beauty)      5. Ich bin der Welt abhanden gekommen (I Am Lost to the World)                Kimberly Monzón, soprano                Jiung Yoon, piano

Watch a movie like never before! Join us on the Bowen-Thompson Quad to view “Lightyear” for FREE. We’ll have the film projected on a large screen for families to enjoy. Falcons are encouraged to bring their own seating, blankets and snacks if they choose. Come enjoy an expected family favorite under the stars!   Free parking is available in any campus lots during Homecoming Weekend, including lots that typically require payment. The closest parking for this event is available in the following locations: Lots 3 and 4 (the two commuter student lots immediately west of the train tracks) Lot 7 at the Bowen-Thompson Student Union Lot 11 at the corner of Thurstin and Wooster streets Lots A and G (located east of the Maurer Center, entrance from Wooster Street)