Learn taijutsu, a traditional Japanese martial art focused on self-awareness and natural body movement for self-defense. Taijutsu involves unarmed techniques for striking, kicking, blocking, grappling and throwing, traditional weapon techniques, and methods of evasion and escape from dangerous situations.  Who can attend? Open to BGSU students, faculty and staff  All ability levels are welcome Why you should attend Classes are conducted in a supportive environment through which participants can improve their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. How to attend Drop in to join this 6-7:30 p.m. class on Tuesdays between August 26 - December 9. (No class on October 7 or November 11) Class is hosted in the Martial Arts Studio (#38) in the sub-basement at the Student Rec Center Advance registration is not required. Wear comfortable clothing.  About the instructor Instructed by BGSU Chief Well-Being Officer, Ben Batey. Ben is a licensed instructor with over 20 years of experience in the art of Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu and currently holds the rank of 6th degree black belt. For More Information, contact Ben Batey at bbatey@bgsu.edu.

Midterms: Wednesday, Oct. 8 - Monday, Oct. 27 Midterm grades are your mid-semester check-in. During this time, it's important to review feedback your instructor may provide and consider "What would my final grade be if the semester ended today?" Check your BGSU email often for messages from your BGSU Student Success Team.  Access Your Midterm Grades 

Your next academic adventure is just around the corner, and your BGSU Success Team wants to make sure you’re all set for a successful spring semester. Students will gain access to the registration system based on class standing. Get ready for your registration date by building your shopping cart and completing the steps on the Registration Checklist. Courses have limited seating, and some will fill fast. The system will open at 7 a.m. EST each day.  Monday, Oct. 20 - Authorized Seniors and Juniors  Tuesday, Oct. 21 - Seniors  Wednesday, Oct. 22 - Authorized Sophomores  Thursday, Oct. 23  - Juniors  Monday, Oct. 27 - Authorized Freshman Tuesday, Oct. 28  - Sophomores Wednesday, Oct. 29 - Freshman Friday, Oct. 31 - Open Enrollment  Learn more at bgsu.edu/knowyourdate.

Start your day with something sweet while discovering tools that can help you thrive at BGSU. Stop by to grab a donut, meet staff from the Learning Commons and University Libraries and explore resources designed to support your academic success. What to expect Free donuts to fuel your morning Giveaways and helpful materials One-on-one conversations with friendly faces ready to answer your questions   Connect, Learn, Succeed Do you need tutoring, research help or study strategies? The Learning Commons and University Libraries offer services to make your college experience easier and more rewarding. This event is your chance to connect with experts who want to see you succeed! Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a treat, explore resources and set yourself up for a strong semester at BGSU.

  SciENcv (Science Experts Network Curriculum Vitae) is a tool that allows researchers to create, manage, and edit key documents including biosketches for federal grant proposals. In this workshop, we will explore how to use SciENcv.  

Turn your unique transfer student journey into career opportunities by intentional framing of your story. This interactive workshop helps transfer students turn their unique experiences into professional strengths. What You'll Learn How to reflect on your personal journey and identify valuable skills Ways to frame your transfer experience as a career advantage Practical steps to align your story with your career goals Why Attend By working with a Career Design Coach, you'll learn how to share your educational journey with employers in a way that is intentional and authentic. Who Should Attend Transfer students seeking to stand out in job searches, internships or graduate school applications.  

  In 1990, the Silent Witness Project began hosting community-based exhibits to make visible the tragic results of domestic violence, educate people about its prevalence, and advocate for an end to it. Today, the Silent Witness Project is an international force with displays in all 50 states and 23 countries. The Northwest Ohio Silent Witness Project exhibit features more than 50 figures and dozens of retired chest plates, each representing a life abruptly and violently ended by an intimate partner or stalker.  To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need additional services, assistance, or modifications to fully participate in this event either by contacting the ODOS or Accessibility Services at access@bgsu.edu or 419-372-8495. Please notify Accessibility Services prior to the event. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS) at odos@bgsu.edu.   CONTENT WARNING: This event will share the stories of those who have been impacted by violence. Please be aware of your own well-being and take time to process.   

After a couple of months under your belt as a new faculty member, you likely have more questions about how things work! Join the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and associate deans from colleges across campus for a virtual discussion where you can learn insider information and advice about being a successful faculty member. Topics will include promotion and tenure, merit, professional development plans, research, teaching, and more! The session will be informal and include time for discussion and a Q&A session.  Why you should attend:  Meet associate deans from across campus.   Explore topics of interest for faculty and instructors who are new to BGSU, including promotion and tenure, merit, professional development plans, research, teaching, and more.   Ask questions related to topics of interest.  To register for this session, use the Fall 2025 Thrive@BGSU CFE Session Registration Form.    Advance registration is required. Registration will close one business day before the scheduled event.   To find out more information about this session, visit the Session Catalog page of the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) website.  If you have any questions about this event, email the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) at cfe@bgsu.edu    If you need special services, assistance or appropriate modifications to fully participate in the event, please contact the CFE office or Accessibility Services at access@bgsu.edu or 419-372-8495. Please notify Accessibility Services and/or the CFE office prior to the event.  This session is part of the Thrive@BGSU Series intended for faculty and instructors in their first three years at BGSU. 

Dr. Allia Carter is inviting all Firelands students to join her over a slice of (FREE) pizza to hear how your semester is going!

Take a break and hit the ice during this budget-friendly weekday skating session, perfect for a midday refresh. Offered Monday through Friday, it’s a quick, energizing way to glide through your lunch hour or get in some casual practice. Whether you're sneaking in a solo skate or bringing a friend, you won’t find a cooler deal. Admission is just $3, with skate rental available for an additional $3 – no reservations are needed!

This week in film club, we will go over the sheer importance of a good business plan in the film industry and the FCC rules in the late 20th century that separated the production and distribution of television programs from their broadcasting. Learn more at http://bgsu.presence.io/event/how-business-plans-truly-bring-films-to-life-fin-syn-rules

Examine Hazing’s Hidden History Hazing has long been part of American university culture, yet it is rarely mentioned in histories of higher education. Historian Dr. Rebecca Mancuso, Department of History, Bowling Green State University, explores hazing’s complex legacy in her talk, “And Everybody Had a Good Time”?: A History of Hazing at Bowling Green State University, 1920–1955. About the Award Mancuso’s article on this subject earned the Local History Publication Award, Article Category, Professional Division, recognizing her work as a significant contribution to regional scholarship. What You’ll Learn How hazing became a fixture of student life in the early 20th century Specific incidents of hazing at BGSU between 1920 and 1955 How attitudes and policies toward hazing evolved Why hazing persists despite its risks Presented by the Center for Archival Collections (CAC) This event is part of the Local History Publication Award Lecture Series, hosted by the CAC at BGSU University Libraries. Photo Credit: BGSU freshman wearing signs and beanies, circa 1950, Key Yearbook negatives, UA-0038, Center for Archival Collections

Aqua Zumba  August 26 - December 9 (No class Nov 11) Available on Tuesdays from 5:30 – 6:15 PM at the Student Recreation Center, Cooper Pool   In addition to the physical health benefits of exercise, regular physical activity can positively impact your brain function, boost your mood, and help reduce stress, along with many other enhancements to mental health. Join us for these fun, low-impact movement sessions.  Registration is not required. Interested in hosting a Move For Your Mood session for your department, organization, Residence Hall, team, or class?  Request a session at www.bgsu.edu/thrive or contact Karyn Smith at karync@bgsu.edu All sessions are FREE for BGSU students, faculty and staff. Registration is not required. Please bring a towel if possible. For More Information Karyn Smith Phone: 419-372-9309 Email: karync@bgsu.edu Falcon Fitness – www.bgsu.edu/recwell/falcon-fitness   

Global Falcons, we want to hear from you! This is your chance to share your thoughts on how we can make our events and services even better for you during your time here at BGSU! Your feedback is incredibly invaluable, and it helps us create experiences that truly support and reflect our international student community. Free snacks will be provided for those who attend! Don’t miss this opportunity to have your voice heard! Interested in attending this focus group? Sign up today!

Aug 25 – Dec 12 | Tuesdays from 6 -8 pm | BTSU 427    No session: Oct 7, Nov 11  🎮 Play Videos 🤝 Meet New People ✨ Rest & Recharge Level-Up Your Self-Care is a weekly gaming program where students connect, relax, and recharge. Each session starts with a “High, Low, Buffalo” check-in, followed by casual video game play. It’s a fun, supportive space to build friendships, reduce stress, and boost well-being—one game at a time.  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. For More Information: Office of Health & Wellness wellness@bgsu.edu | 419-372-WELL (9355) https://www.bgsu.edu/recwell/wellness-connection/well-being-programs/mindfulness.html

Join us for "In The Round’s" community read gathering led by Sarah Emery, Director, Center for Great Lakes and Watershed Studies and Enrique Gomezdelcamp, Associate Professor, School of Earth, Environment and Society. The discussion will feature essays from Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer’s best-selling book, “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teaching Plants.”   Why attend Explore the intersection of Indigenous wisdom, ecology and storytelling Be part of a campus-wide series unpacking the powerful lessons in Braiding Sweetgrass This is the fourth in a series of Community Reads events, each highlighting a different chapter from Braiding Sweetgrass and led by faculty across BGSU

Looking for a laid-back way to break up your week? Video Game Night is a recurring event happening every Tuesday in Kreischer Hall, open to all BGSU students—whether you live in the halls or not. Come for casual matches, friendly competition and a great place to meet fellow gamers. From classics to new favorites, there’s something for everyone.🎮🕹️ No pressure, no experience required—just show up and play. This is your space to unwind, connect and level up your Tuesday night. Collectable Pins✨ Kreischer events will feature collectible pins! Recurring events will take place every evening (except Fridays) from 6–8 p.m. in the Kreischer Sundial (Freddie/Frieda Rooms) throughout the fall semester. Attend all six events to collect all six pins and decorate your room with Falcon flair.

Part 1 of a special 2-part Faculty Artist Series. The Complete Piano Works of Maurice Ravel. Presented in commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the composer’s birth. Free and open to the public.  LIVESTREAM LINK PROGRAM  Sérénade grotesque (1892-93)  Yevgeny Yontov  Sonatine (1903-05)         Modéré         Mouvement de Menuet         Animé  Yevgeny Yontov  Menuet sur le nom d’Haydn (1909)  Solungga Liu  La Valse (1920)  Solungga Liu  INTERMISSION  Valses Nobles et Sentimentales (1911)  Robert Satterlee  À la manière de Chabrier (1912-13)  Robert Satterlee  À la manière de Borodine (1912-13)  Laura Melton  Gaspard de la Nuit (1908)         Ondine         Le Gibet         Scarbo  Laura Melton 

Are you interested in stargazing and looking at celestial objects through telescopes? Come check out the Department of Physics & Astronomy rooftop observatory during public stargazing sessions.  The rooftop observatory includes a 0.5-meter research grade telescope as well as smaller “amateur astronomer” telescopes, which you will be able to look through.  You will also learn how to find major constellations and any planets currently visible. Stargazes take place on the roof of the Physical Sciences Laboratory Building. The roof can be accessed by taking the elevator to the roof (press the “R” button in the elevator). Signs in the hallway will help direct you to the elevator. Do not use the stairs to go to the roof. The “R” button on the elevator will be unlocked at the start time of the stargaze session. If you arrive before it is unlocked, please wait on the first floor for the session to begin. It is recommended that you dress warmly. The roof is usually colder and windier than the ground.  While on the roof for a stargaze, please refrain from talking on your cell phone so that you do not interrupt others or stop them from hearing what is being discussed. The use of phones for flash free pictures or astronomy apps is allowed. Please do not use the light on your phone though since dark adaptation is important for viewing the nighttime sky. Astronomical  objects can only be seen when the sky is totally or mostly clear, therefore stargaze cannot be held unless the weather is clear. If it is snowing, raining, foggy, cloudy, or even partly cloudy there will be no stargaze session that night. If you aren’t sure if the conditions will permit a stargaze session, you can call (419) 372-8831 for a recorded message telling whether the sessions will be held or canceled that night. The message is set one hour before the scheduled start of the session. If you call earlier than one hour before the start time you may receive an incorrect message. When you arrive at the roof and exit the elevator, you will be greeted by one of the stargaze personnel and directed to the various stations you can visit. If you are attending the stargaze for a general visit (rather than as part of an astronomy course), please let the greeter know. In addition to the listed stargazing sessions, weather permitting, there may also be an opportunity for stargazing following evening Planetarium shows.