Bowling Green State University

Events: November 19, 2026

Nov 18 Nov 20

Made in Ohio Art Exhibit

Thu, Nov 19, 2026

Jerome Library, The SandBox, 1st floor

Celebrate Ohio’s 250-year contribution to the American story in Made in Ohio, a cross-disciplinary exhibition highlighting the people, places and things that have shaped the Buckeye State and beyond. Through visual art and the written word, the exhibition explores Ohio’s artists, writers, inventors, landscapes, institutions and objects, showcasing the creativity, resilience and influence of a state with a unique place in American history. View Jerome Library's building hours before visiting the exhibit.

James A. Garfield Day at BGSU

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 9am to 2:30pm

Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Lenhart Grand Ballroom

James A. Garfield Day at BGSU Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026 Bowling Green State University Bowen-Thompson Student Union | Lenhart Grand Ballroom You're invited to celebrate James A. Garfield Day, as officially established by the Ohio General Assembly.  Join us in Bowling Green for a day honoring an Ohio native who served with distinction as a Civil War general, scholar, and long-serving U.S. representative before becoming the 20th President of the United States. Discussion Panels 9:30-10:20 a.m. | Ohio Presidents in the Post Civil War Era featuring representatives from the Grant, Hayes and Garfield libraries and museums 10:30-11:20 a.m. | 3 Generations of Garfield Descendants Panel featuring three generations of Garfields Luncheon Conversation 11:30 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. | From Radical to Unifier: A Luncheon Conversation with C.W. Goodyear* *Registration is required for the luncheon. Book Signing with C.W. Goodyear | 1:30 p.m.

BGSU Women's Basketball at Penn State

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 11am to 1pm

University Park, Pa.

BGSU Women's Basketball at Penn State https://bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?game_id=25277&sport_id=10

BGSU Qualtrics: Accessible Survey Design, Distribution, and Data Access

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 4pm to 5pm

Jerome Library, 122, The Sandbox

FREE
This interactive session, offered by the Office of Academic Assessment, introduces Qualtrics, BGSU’s survey software, and its newly launched New Survey Taking Experience. You will learn how to access and navigate Qualtrics, including creating surveys, selecting question types, sending surveys, and accessing your data, while integrating accessibility and other best practices. Whether you are new to Qualtrics or have questions about enhancing your surveys, you will leave this session with practical skills and resources.  By participating in this session, you will be able to: Use Qualtrics to develop a new survey. Identify the steps to distribute Qualtrics surveys. Explain how to access your Qualtrics survey data. Describe how to locate help resources. Please register to participate; registration is open until the session.  If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Office of Academic Assessment at assessment@bgsu.edu

NAMI Support Group

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 4pm to 5:30pm

BTSU 427

Contact: Sophia Rice — sophiar@bgsu.edu Hosted by: National Alliance on Mental Illness on Campus BGSU

On Campus NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 4pm to 5:30pm

Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Room 309

Third Thursday of each month | 4:00 - 5:30 PM | BTSU 427 Free and open to all BGSU students or community members 18-30 The group does not meet during BGSU holidays & breaks  October 15, 2026 November 19, 2026  January 21, 2027 February 18, 2027 March 18, 2027 April 15, 2027  💚 Free, peer-led support group for BGSU students & young adults 18-30 living with mental health conditions 🤝 Connect with others who understand your experiences 🗣️ Share & listen to challenges and successes ❤️ Led by trained BGSU students who’ve been through it too NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for BGSU students and young adults 18-30 who have experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who’ve been there. This program is a partnership between NAMI Wood County, the BGSU Office of Health and Wellness, and NAMI on Campus BGSU.  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.html

RAD Connections: Social Hour

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 6pm to 7pm

Mitchell B. McLeod Hall, 314, Radbill Center

Connect with the Radbill Center community through our Social Hour, a monthly event hosted by the Radbill Center where students can connect, explore common interests, and have fun. Take a break with us through a variety of activities including trivia, games, seasonal activities, and more. Can't be there for the whole time? Come and go as you can! Questions? Email lifedesign@bgsu.edu or dgreg@bgsu.edu

Level Up Your Self-Care

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Room 427

Aug 27 – Dec 3 | Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:30 pm | BTSU 427    No session: November 26 🎮 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.  FREE and open to all faculty, staff, and students. 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 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.

Keeping Student Engagement

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Olscamp 201

A Free Professional Development Event on how to keep student engagement in the classroom Contact: Ryleigh Werling — rwerlin@bgsu.edu Hosted by: Student IMPACT

Planetarium Show: WE CHOOSE SPACE

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Physical Sciences Building, Planetarium, Room 112

$2 donation suggested for all planetarium shows
  Guided by the astronauts themselves, visit and tour the International Space Station. See its construction, re-live the Apollo missions to the Moon, and visit future Moon colonies.  Public stargazing will follow evening shows, weather permitting.   $2 donation suggested for all planetarium shows.  Doors close 5 minutes after published showtime.

10 Out Of 12 by Anne Washburn

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 7:30pm

Wolfe Center for the Arts, Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to tech. Around you, a company of 14 is engaged in the very peculiar—and peculiarly impossible—task of making a new play. You’ll eavesdrop on backstage gossip as it happens over headset and watch the director struggle to contain the uncontainable. (Concord Theatricals) Directed by Jonathan Chambers, Professor Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre, Wolfe Center for the Arts November 19, 20, & 21 | 7:30 p.m. November 21 & 22 | 2 p.m.

67th Annual High School Honor Band Clinic: Jazz Lab Band I

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 8pm

Moore Musical Arts Center, Kobacker Hall

$10 general admission
The Jazz Lab Band I and TBA special guest will present a concert as part of the 67th annual High School Honor Band Clinic. Tickets for this performance are $10, and can be purchased here. Free admission for BGSU students with ID card at the door. This event will be livestreamed.

Student Skate Nights

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 10:10pm to 11pm

Slater Family Ice Arena

Admissions: $5 | Skate rentals: $3
Looking for a quick study break or something fun to do at night? Every Thursday night, head to Slater Family Ice Arena for Student Skate Nights. It’s the perfect way to relax, get moving, and share some laughs on the ice. Bring your neighbors, friends, or come solo and start a new evening routine out on the ice. What to Expect FREE throughout Weeks of Welcome (Aug. 19 - Oct. 2) with a valid BGSU student ID Beginning Oct. 8; $5 admission / $3 skate rental with a valid BGSU student ID All levels welcome — from beginners to confident skaters A relaxed atmosphere perfect for hanging out or meeting new people Friends and fun guaranteed at one of BGSU’s 'coolest' student activities Registration isn’t required, but signing up ahead of time will help speed things up when you arrive at Slater Ice Arena.🏒 ------------------------ Weeks of Welcome Aug. 19-Oct. 2 | This event is part of Weeks of Welcome, which begins at move-in and extends to 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.
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