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.

BGSU uses Curriculog, a curriculum management software, for all curriculum proposals, from course changes to brand-new degree programs. Curriculog is integrated with our academic catalogs and other key university systems to allow for a more streamlined, transparent, and traceable process. Attend to learn about the new application and ask questions to the Curriculog Project Team.  These training sessions are separated by colleges and support offices. Additional training will be available throughout the academic year.  Zoom meeting link.  Questions can be sent to Curriculog@bgsu.edu. 

Spotlight Speakers: Chelsea Chandler, Director, Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and Jessica Turos, Asociate Director, Office of Academic Assessment (OAA) Do you have questions about how to write clear and challenging learning outcomes? Join the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and the Schmidthorst College of Business (SCoB) Committee to Advance Teaching and Learning (CATL) for their September Teaching and Learning Spotlight on Learning Outcomes. This virtual session, facilitated by Dr. Chelsea Chandler, the Director for the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE), and Dr. Jessica Turos, the Associate Director of the Office of Academic Assessment (OAA), will discuss how to create effective learning outcomes and communicate learning expectations to students.  To learn more about this event and other upcoming events in the CFE & CATL Teaching and Learning Spotlight Series, visit the CFE & CATL Teaching & Learning Spotlight Series of the CFE website.  To register for this event, use the Fall 2023 CFE & CATL Teaching & Learning Spotlight Series  Registration Form. Registration closes one business day before the event.  CFE workshops and events are open to all BGSU faculty members, adjunct instructors, graduate students, and administrative and classified staff members. 

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. 

  This is a single session workshop focused on helping students develop strategies for managing depression.    Register for Demolish Depression Workshop   The Counseling Center welcomes all students. We 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. The Counseling Center can be reached at 419-372-2081.   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.  

Rear Adm. June E. Ryan, USCG (Ret.) '84 will deliver a public talk on "Successfully Navigating Challenges and Storms." This dynamic speaking engagement embraces themes of leadership, perserverence and grit and will inspire all audiences. Thursday, Sept. 21 2:30 p.m. Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Theater (Room 206) The event is free and open to public. No registration required. Ryan is one of the 2023 inductees in the BGSU Academy of Distinguished Alumni, the University's highest honor. Ryan, the first enlisted woman in the Coast Guard to rise to the rank of Rear Admiral, is an in-demand motivational speaker, seminar leader and corporate trainer. Ryan draws on her 35 years of military service as she leads and develops workforces across the country and around the world.

    Preview Day is a great opportunity to get a true sense of life at BGSU Firelands and explore all we have to offer. Designed to be a "choose your own adventure" event, you're able to choose from a wide range of activities - this is your visit, your way! Visit with academic departments and student service areas in our exhibitor areas Attend information sessions on topics like Financial Aid and Scholarships, College Credit Plus, and the Clark Inclusive Scholars Program Have questions for Admissions or want to apply in-person? Admissions staff will be available all day!    

Join you peers in our new peer-to-peer lead groups where you can discuss life concerns, mental health, and build connections with other peers!

  Find support in other graduate students as we talk about identity, writer’s block, imposter syndrome and more! Led by Aaron Edwards virtually.  

Picture it now - the wind in your hair, a rush of adrenaline, and the feeling of pride when you cross the finish line during the Office of Residence Life 10th Annual Homecoming Bed Races! Gather a group of five students and coordinate your most Instagram-worthy costumes. Register online or on-site up to 15 minutes before the start of the race. Prizes will be awarded for speed, spirit and style. The top team will receive a $25 gift card to Amazon for each member! Teams must have at least five team members and can register here by Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 8 a.m. Can’t race but want to join the fun? Check out the block party featuring: Music Face painting Caricature Artists Tie-dye a Bed Races t-shirt (first 200 participants) Free snacks and drinks 

The Academy of Distinguished Alumni is the highest honor bestowed by the University and was established to recognize the extraordinary accomplishments of alumni who have made significant contributions to their chosen professional field and/or through their community involvement. The University is proud to honor those alumni who have inspired their country, state, community and BGSU.  Join us on Thursday, Sept. 21, as we induct our 2023 honorees as part of an exciting evening that kicks off a memorable Homecoming weekend. This year's outstanding honorees include: Anthony E. Doerr ’99 Rear Adm. June E. Ryan, USCG (Ret.) ’84 Allen W. Schmidthorst ’17 (Hon.) Dinner tickets are $50 per person. Attire is black tie optional. 

BGSU Volleyball vs Northern Illinois - Unity Match Thursday, September 21, at 6 p.m. To purchase a ticket, visit the BGSU Athletics website.

Do you want to hear about the new initiative of BGSU Crisis Response Team? This is a collaboration between the Counseling Center, PD, Health and Human Services . This is an after hours mental health crisis resource available to all BGSU enrolled students. To learn more please attend one of our community engagement spaces. 

BGSU Women's Soccer at Toledo Streaming Video: https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/22609b1a-4bd8-4e57-ac95-ac43ba661ce0?om-navmethod=espn:globalsearch:results https://admin.bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?game_id=23637&sport_id=14

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. This performance will also be live streamed. PROGRAM LINK: https://www.bgsu.edu/musical-arts/online-programs6.html

Join BGReel in the screening of films from this month's 48 Hour Film Festival Challenge!    BGReel is devoted to giving students real-life production experience and encouraging independent film and video projects in the BGSU community.