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.

Join us as we celebrate, discuss and debate the cultural significance of Spider-Man and his impact on comics, mass media and our society at large. Find the full schedule on the conference website linked above. Conference is free to all. No registration required. Contact us for more information at spideycon@bgsu.edu.

Day of Dialogue brings together students, faculty, staff, alumni and the community to listen, talk and learn as active participants as we attempt to change the culture around addressing issues in the United States. This event is free and open to everyone, but registration is required. Attend a keynote, a workshop, half the day, or the whole day! The more you attend, the more complete your experience. Register for Day of Dialogue Event Schedule 9–9:15 a.m.        Welcome and Land Acknowledgement, BTSU 206 9:15-9:30 a.m.     Introduction of Morning Keynote, BTSU 206 9:30–10:15 a.m.   Morning Keynote, BTSU 206, Dr. Blaze Campbell-Jacobs, Office of the Dean of Students           10:15-10:30 a.m.   Break 10:30 a.m. to Noon     Workshopping the Keynote, BTSU 207 Noon–1 p.m.             Lunch Break (on your own) 1-1:10 p.m.          Introduction of Afternoon Keynote, BTSU 206 1:10–1:55 p.m.     Afternoon Keynote, BTSU 206, Dr. Sandra Faulkner, Professor of Media and Communication and Affiliate Faculty in the Honors College and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies 1:55–2:10 p.m.     Break 2:10–3:40 p.m.    Workshopping the Keynote, BTSU 207 3:40–3:50 p.m.    Evaluations and Wrap-Up, BTSU 207 3:50–4 p.m.      Closing Remarks, BTSU 207

Though rare, academic hazing has been reported nationally. Come to the Union Tables to learn what to do if you or a friend experience academic hazing. 

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. 

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!

Help spread the Green Dot message by joining our Chalk the Walk and hang out with members of the PAWS team Friday, Sept. 29 Noon-2 p.m. Meet outside of Hayes Hall near the BGSU letters   Chalk the Walk with PAWS is part of Green Dot Week, the campus-wide initiative to reduce power-based personal violence and address other social issues that impede progress toward safe and equitable communities. We believe all individuals are capable of positive action and collectively mobilizing a force powerful enough to create lasting societal change. Through Green Dot Week and the Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training offered through the GVPES, we aim to accelerate individual impact by inspiring hope for change, providing realistic tools to act and helping overcome personal, relational and cultural barriers.   

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.   Please register for this weeks times below 12p-12:15p https://bgsu-edu-secure.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpceqvqjgoGdH1D8_LuyYn1zb6cutBPRXe 12:15p-12:30p https://bgsu-edu-secure.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qcuGspzMqHt1jCLQMKDaiY0LSskRlgOWM 12:30-12:45p https://bgsu-edu-secure.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqd-urrjMiG9bIiD7IgMWX3iJqFPF9H2oc 12:45-1p https://bgsu-edu-secure.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIofuqqrzwtGN23Sl9Fi5H5qCbKtKifBOxf

  Workshop Facilitator: Holly Barber, CFE Instructional Designer  Workshop Categories: Expectations, Support    Are you an instructor looking to enhance the courses you’re teaching using video content and looking for a quiet space to record? Join us for an immersive workshop where you'll learn how to utilize our video recording studio. Through hands-on experience you'll learn how to operate the video camera, lighting kit and microphone, empowering you to deliver engaging and visually appealing instructional videos.    You'll have the opportunity to work directly with the equipment, experiment with different setups and record a video session using the video recording studio. This workshop is open to instructors and staff.    In this workshop, you will learn how to:  Discover best practices for video recording  Identify best practices for using a green screen  Operate the studio camera, lights and microphone  Produce a video using the black background or green screen    To register for this event, use the Fall 2023 CFE Workshop Registration Form.    Advance registration is required. Registration will close one business day before the scheduled event.  To find out more information about this workshop, visit the Workshop Catalog page of the CFE Website.  If you have any questions about this event, email the CFE at cfe@bgsu.edu   

Find support in others as we talk about what it means to grieve and cope with loss in our lives. Led by Sarah Tiell, LPC in the Counseling Center.  Register here!!! *Please note, Grief & Loss Support group will not run on 10/13/2023 and will resume on 10/20/2023.

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!

Nir Felder, guest for the Orchard Guitar Festival, will be giving a free clinic at 4:30 p.m. The full schedule of events for the festival can be accessed at BGSU.edu/GuitarFestival.

BGSU Volleyball at Western Michigan TV: Bronco All-Access Streaming Video: https://wmubroncos.com/watch/?Live=259&type=Live https://admin.bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?game_id=23608&sport_id=18

Join Falcons After Dark and BGSU Esports for a tournament night! There will be a large variety of video games that players can face off in tournaments and challenges with! Different dips and a fondue bar will be provided to those attending! Join us in the BTSU Ballroom to test your gaming skills, compete against friends and learn how you can get involed in BGSU Esports.  Visit bgsu.edu/falconsafterdark for more Falcons After Dark events happening this semester. ------------------------ 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 for the most up-to-date details. Please note: Activities, dates and times are subject to change. Please refer to the WOW homepage for the most up-to-date details.

Nir Felder, guest for the Orchard Guitar Festival, will be giving a free concert at 7 p.m., performing with BGSU Jazz Faculty. This performance will also be live streamed. PROGRAM LINK: https://www.bgsu.edu/musical-arts/online-programs18.html The full schedule of events for the festival can be accessed at BGSU.edu/GuitarFestival  

All the cats involved in the Orchard Guitar Festival will be jamming at Arlyn's Good Beer starting at 9 p.m. The full schedule of events for the festival can be accessed at BGSU.edu/GuitarFestival