Join the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and University Libraries for the Summer 2026 Faculty Writing Retreat, an intensive, three-day, in-person writing retreat running from Wednesday, July 29, to Friday, July 31, 2026. Designed to advance participants’ individual goals and projects, this retreat will provide you with an opportunity to connect with colleagues, accomplish scholarship, creative activity, research and/or writing goals, and receive resources and support from various departments across campus.   During each day of the retreat, you will have dedicated time to write and work individually on your own projects. The retreat also includes opportunities for goal-setting and networking, as well as sessions and individual consultations. At the end of the retreat, you will reflect on your accomplishments and set goals for the upcoming academic year.  By participating, you will be able to:  Identify specific and attainable goals for your scholarship, creative activity, research and/or writing.  Advance your productivity.   Connect with BGSU colleagues.   Identify campus partners and resources that can support your scholarship, creative activity, research and/or writing.   Reflect on your progress towards achieving your goals.   Devise a plan to maintain your productivity for the upcoming academic year.   What you need to know:  You must be able to participate in the entirety of the three-day retreat to apply for this opportunity and attend the event. Participation is open to full-time qualified rank faculty (QRF) and tenure-track faculty (TTF).  Interested individuals must apply to participate in the retreat. HOW TO APPLY STEP 1: Complete the 2026 Summer Faculty Writing Retreat Application Template. STEP 2: Complete the 2026 Summer Faculty Writing Retreat Application Form.  Apply by Wednesday, May 13. Applications will be reviewed, and acceptance will be based on the strength of the application, including clarity of goals and potential benefit to the applicant's scholarly and/or creative activity. Space is limited.   To find out more information about this event, visit the Summer Faculty Writing Retreat page or email 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. 

A Regional Art Exhibition Inspired by Nature Wild Northwest Ohio brings together three artists whose work explores the ecosystems, wildlife and changing landscapes of Northwest Ohio. Through photography, mixed-media painting and printmaking, the exhibition highlights the beauty and fragility of the region’s natural world while asking viewers to consider their role in environmental stewardship. This exhibition is ideal for those interested in environmental art, conservation, climate awareness, native species and regional artists. Featured Artists Lee Fearnside, photographer Fearnside documents Northwest Ohio’s wildlife areas and landscapes shaped by human activity. Her photography examines how development, agriculture and everyday choices affect fragile ecosystems. Barbara WF Miner, mixed-media painter Drawing from daily walks in local fields and forests, Miner creates layered works built through stencil, pattern and color. Her paintings evoke complex biomes and explore the deep interconnection between humans and the environments they inhabit. Kathy McGhee, printmaker McGhee approaches nature through close observation. Using animals, landscapes and symbolic objects, her prints prompt reflection on how we perceive and internalize the natural world. Why Attend Experience three distinct approaches to environmental art Learn more about Northwest Ohio’s native species and ecosystems Reflect on sustainability, conservation and regional identity Together, these artists invite visitors to look closely at the landscapes around them and imagine how care, awareness and stewardship can shape the future of Northwest Ohio. View Jerome Library's building hours before visiting the exhibit.

25th annual Ohanami | Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates Japanese culture and customs. Join us for individual activities or for the entire festival. Activities include: Caricatures Japanese calligraphy Origami Traditional Japanese games Water games: goldfish games and super balls Kimono try-ons Ikebana - flower arranging Tea Ceremony with tea tasting Wagashi - Japanese sweets making Taiko performance Martial arts demonstrations Tap dance Bon-odori Japanese chorus Modern dance Nihon-buyo - traditional Japanese dance Sushi tasting and authentic Japanese refreshments Presented by the Department of World Languages & Cultures, the BGSU Japanese Club, and the Asian Studies Program. 

The Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates Japanese culture and customs. Join us for individual activities or for the entire festival! Activities include: Caricatures Japanese calligraphy Origami Traditional Japanese games Water games: goldfish games and super balls Kimono try-ons Ikebana - flower arranging Tea Ceremony with tea tasting Wagashi - Japanese sweets making Taiko performance Martial arts demonstrations Tap dance Bon-odori Japanese chorus Modern dance Nihon-buyo - traditional Japanese dance Sushi tasting and authentic Japanese refreshments For more information, contact Akiko Kawano Jones at jakiko@bgsu.edu or 419-372-7136 https://www.bgsu.edu/arts-and-sciences/asian-studies/cherry-blossom-festival.html Contact: Akiko Kawano Jones — jakiko@bgsu.edu Hosted by: The Japanese Club at BGSU

Bowling Green State University Baseball at Northern Illinois TV: NIU All-Access Streaming Video: https://niuhuskies.com/watch/?Live=6435&type=Live https://bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?game_id=24815&sport_id=1

Elena Maria Farmer, horn, will present a student recital. This event is free and open to the public.  LIVESTREAM LINK

The A Cappella Choir, Collegiate Chorale and University Choral Society will present a joint concert. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased here. Free admission for BGSU students with ID card at the door. LIVESTREAM LINK PROGRAM LINK

Ethan Morris, tuba, will present a student recital. This event is free and open to the public. LIVESTREAM LINK

  From footballs and amusement parks, to rockets and space flight, to a possible low-gravity Moon base, see how humans have tried to overcome gravity. Plus, explore other extreme gravitational environments such as black holes.   Public stargazing will follow evening shows, weather permitting.  

Make Sundays Your Cozy Night 🧶📚✨ Bring your current read, pick up a crochet hook, or dive into relaxing Sunday crafts in a laid-back, cozy space. Whether you’re an experienced crafter or just looking to try something new, it’s an easy way to slow down, get creative, and ease into the week ahead 🫶. Come for the vibes, stay for the creativity (and maybe a new hobby). Follow @engagement_bgsu to see what crafts will be featured each Sunday and what’s happening for the night 📲🎨 Looking for a chill way to wind down your weekend? Hooks, Books, & Crafts is the perfect Sunday night reset—open to all students, whether you live in Kreischer or not! Bring your friends or come solo and get comfy at Kreischer Hall ☕🙌 ------------------------ Weeks of Welcome Jan. 12-Feb. 27 | This event is part of Spring Weeks of Welcome, which begins at move-in and extends to Spring Break. During this celebration, explore opportunities hosted by the campus community to design your ultimate BGSU experience.

Bird Birmingham, horn, will present a student recital. This event is free and open to the public.  LIVESTREAM LINK

  Join Lucia, a Ph.D. student in physics, on an exploration of how gravitational waves are formed, how they move through the universe, and how scientists like her work to detect them.   Public stargazing will follow evening shows, weather permitting.    

Guest Artist Andrew Finley, double bass, will present a recital. This event is free and open to the public.   

Kathryn Swanson, oboe, will present a student recital. This event is free and open to the public.  LIVESTREAM LINK  

  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 stargazing 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, 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 stargazes 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.