Donate new hats, gloves and socks. The Classified Staff Council is collecting new clothing items and food to benefit the Falcon Food Pantry through Friday, Dec. 8. Donation Locations: Health and Human Services Building | 1st floor by the staircase Falcon Outfitters | By the package pick-up area Student Rec Center | Front Desk Central Hall | Room 371 BTSU | Room 402 East Hall | Room 212 Wolfe Center | Room 214 Huntington Building | Human Resources Jerome Library | Circulation Desk Staff can also donate at the December Administrative Staff Council general meeting, hosted at 1:30 p.m. on Dec. 7 in the BTSU Multipurpose Room. Collection questions? Email csc@bgsu.edu Need winter clothing items or food/hygiene item assistance? Email foodpantry@bgsu.edu  ============================= About Classified Staff Council (CSC) CSC's primary purpose is to provide a direct channel of communication between classified employees and University administrators, and their motto is, "Our staff works hard for everyone on campus." CSC representatives listen to concerns and opinions and respect suggestions, ideas and comments. They want to make your work environment as pleasant as possible so your career at BGSU is as satisfying as it can be. If you need assistance of any kind, CSC encourages you to contact a CSC Representative.

Want a free lunch? The Counseling Center has got you! Dine with the Director is a weekly opportunity for one student to share a (free) meal with the Director of the Counseling Center, Dr. Mitchell-Corsino, and enjoy a casual/informal conversation. Follow the link below/Click here to sign up. Dine with the Director is not appropriate for urgent concerns or mental health emergencies, nor is it a substitute for individual counseling. Students are free to discuss their hobbies, interests, and other casual subjects. To register for this week (11/29/2023), sign up at https://forms.office.com/r/q01WqMWfbb

Students visiting the library can take a break from studying and spend time with the therapy dogs. Send questions or comments to Ashley Hartman as ashthom@bgsu.edu. To learn more about Wellness Connection programs follow us on Instagram and Twitter @BGSUWellness and @BGSURecWell.  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.  If you are struggling with your mental health, contact the Counseling Center. An on-call counselor is available at 419-372-2081 for crisis situations from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. You can also utilize the Wood County Crisis Line at 419-502-4673 after Counseling Center business hours. The Crisis Text Line is also available. 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.