During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in September, take our #BeThe1To challenge!  Visit https://www.bgsu.edu/counseling-center/services/BeThe1To.html watch the five videos, and take a short evaluation based on information in the videos here.  BGSU students, faculty, and staff who complete the evaluation will be entered into a raffle to win 2023's Counseling Center t-shirt designed by a BGSU student! 10 shirts will be raffled off in October.

Get excited for the Fall 2023 Weeks of Welcome, which begins at move-in and extends through Fall Break.  During this celebration, explore opportunities hosted by the campus community that will help you embrace the adventure of creating your ultimate BGSU experience. New Students - There will be a series of required programming that you need to attend between Aug. 17-20.  New and Returning Students - There will be hundreds of events hosted for ALL students throughout Weeks of Welcome that will be kicked off on Aug. 15 and last through Oct. 2. Visit bgsu.edu/wow to find the full list of events and programs.  ------------------------ Please note: Activities, dates and times are subject to change. Please refer to the WOW homepage for the most up-to-date details.

Register: https://forms.office.com/r/ZAZKdfKHJ1 Free, virtual, drop-in mindfulness session, open to all faculty, staff, and students. This is a great way to start your week with guided mindfulness practice, and other tools to promote mental well-being.  Mondays | 8:30 – 9 AM | August 21 – December 4 No session Sep 4 (Labor Day), Oct 9 (Fall Break) Send questions or comments to Ashley Hartman at ashthom@bgsu.edu and 419-372-4584.  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 8:00 a.m. to 5pm Monday-Friday. You can also utilize the Wood County Crisis Line at 419-502-4673 after Counseling Center business hours. 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. 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.

Join us as we explore new ways of navigating life together in group therapy.  *Note* you must be a client of the Counseling Center to attend.  If interested, please reach out to the Counseling Center for more information at 419-372-2081.

Calling all commuting students! Join the Office of Orientation and Transitions from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. right outside the BTSU Off-Campus Student Lounge on the 2nd floor for some free giveaways and raffle prizes while meeting other commuting students, asking your questions and acclimating to the lounge space. Every Monday during Weeks of Welcome! ------------------------ Weeks of Welcome Aug. 15-Oct. 2 | This event is part of  Weeks of Welcome, which begins at move-in and extends through Fall Break. During this celebration, explore opportunities hosted by the campus community that will help you embrace the adventure of creating your own ultimate BGSU experience. Visit the WOW homepage to find all of the festivities! Please note: Activities, dates and times are subject to change. Please refer to this page for the most up-to-date details about this specific event. 

Explore what it means to grow as a person while you plant, care for and grow your very own plant! Led by Dr. Jessica Mitchell-Corsino, Psy.D. in Life Sciences Room # 222.  Register here!!! Note: Bloom Where Planted will not be running on 10/30/2023.

Let's Talk is a free and confidential service available to BGSU students. Students can meet for a brief, informal, 15 minute consultation with BGSU Counseling Center staff that do not take the place of therapy. Let's Talk consultations are not appropriate for urgent concerns or mental health emergencies. During this consultation, BGSU clinicians will listen to your concerns, offer support, information and resources. 

Stop by the Counseling Center table in the BTSU and learn "what is suicide prevention?"  Participants will be able to grab various swag items from the Counseling Center.

Join this six-week group as we learn how to create a life worth living through self-discovery! Offered twice during the semester. Led by Hannah Rowe, LPC in the Counseling Center Group Room.  Register here!!!

Join us as we explore new ways of navigating life together in group therapy. *Note* you must be a client of the Counseling Center to attend.  If interested, please reach out to the Counseling Center for more information at 419-372-2081.

Join this group skills class as we learn how to move out of our comfort zones & live life flexibly. *Note* you must be a client of the Counseling Center to attend.  If interested, please reach out to the Counseling Center for more information at 419-372-2081.  

Guitar Club will be hosting a group lesson for guitar players of all skill levels.  Each person must bring their own guitar (and cable if necessary).  A small number of amps will be provided. Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/group-lesson

SMA will be hosting a Monday Night Football Watch Party for any and all members or perspective members. Come out and get to know others within the organizations! Pizza will be provided to attendees.Contact Sam Hughes at samhugh@bgsu.edu if you have any questions regarding the event. Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/monday-night-football-watch-party