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.

This month we are focusing on resilience, growth and perseverance as the semester comes to a close. Take a moment to pause, notice your journey, and celebrate the ways you’ve overcome challenges this year. All are welcome to participate in our encouragement wall for spring by writing your mindfulness moment on a flower that can be picked up in Falcon Square, North between April 1 - April 30. Your flowers will be added to our display wall in front of Campus Engagement and Student Life, GMH 135, to create a vibrant tapestry of shared growth and motivation. Let's bloom together! "Do not judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell and got back up again" -Nelson Mandela

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.  January 14  - April 29 | No class March 4 Available on Wednesdays from 12:10 – 12:50 PM in the Jerome Library, Room 142   Registration is not required. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel    Interested in hosting a Move For Your Mood session for your department, organization, Residence Hall, team, or class?  Contact Karyn Smith at karync@bgsu.edu All sessions are FREE for BGSU students, faculty and staff. Registration is not required. Please bring a yoga mat or towel if possible.

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!

Join us weekly for a period of zazen (or “seated meditation”), a meditative practice that encourages mental discipline, awareness of breath, and cultivating an ability to observe thoughts and emotions without judgment. Zazen encourages living in harmony with the way things are in the present moment and learning to look directly at life “as it is.” Instruction provided and no previous experience necessary. Classes every Wednesday this semester starting 2/4/26 except for the week of spring break on 3/4/26.

We will be talking about Icee and Slurpee, their first-party flavors, and the third-party flavors found in both brands' machines. (While I do admit that it's very off-track for film club, we are still talking about a major cinema concession product: the carbonated slushy.) We will also talk about diet and zero sugar slushies. Contact: Jack Widenhofer — widenhj@bgsu.edu Hosted by: Film Club

On April 1, 2026 we will be holding a campus-wide conference to celebrate the empowerment of women on the BGSU campus, "Beyond the Known: Young Women in Leadership Conference”. During this three hour event, we will bring together 200+ BGSU students to educate and empower women and allies. This initiative will be accomplished through a keynote speaker, a 4 person panel, and an interactive speaker session. To celebrate the emerging female leaders on the BGSU campus, we plan on giving out $4,000 or more in scholarships to support these student's studies. There will be the opportunity for students to network with company partners, win raffle prizes, and meet other BGSU students. Doors will open at 12:30, with the event starting at 1 pm. Excuse letters can be provided if needed. Contact: Ella Wlodarsky — wlodarm@bgsu.edu Hosted by: Women in Business Leadership ======================= Join us in honoring Women's History Month, celebrating the history, achievements, and contributions of women across cultures and communities. These events are open to all and offer opportunities to engage, learn, and connect. Everyone is welcome to join us on campus and throughout the surrounding community.

Discover how intentional course design—grounded in outcome-driven planning and backward design—can transform student learning. In this session, you’ll be introduced to the Understanding by Design (UbD) framework and learn how to align learning outcomes, assessments, and instructional strategies to create coherent and impactful learning experiences. Whether you’re developing a new course or refining an existing one, you’ll leave with practical tools to ensure every element of your course contributes meaningfully to student learning.  By participating in this session, participants will be able to:  Describe the process of backward course design.   Evaluate course objectives, activities, and assessments for alignment.  Create a plan to design or redesign a course on backward design principles. To register for this event, use the Spring 2026 Faculty Associate CFE Session Registration Form.   Advance registration is required. Registration will close one business day before the scheduled event. You will receive an Outlook invite with the Zoom link (if applicable) one day before the event.  To find out more information about this event, visit the Session Catalog page of the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) website.  If you have any questions about this event, email the 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. 

CANCELLED Bowling Green State University Softball at Youngstown State- Canceled TV: ESPN+ Streaming Video: https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/939b3d5f-4582-423f-8d41-6be0aeae425c?om-navmethod=espn%3Aglobalsearch%3Aresults https://bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?game_id=24882&sport_id=9

  Are you excited for the upcoming Artemis 2 Launch, which will send astronauts on a fly by of the Moon for the first time in over 50 years? Come watch the launch in the BGSU Planetarium! The earliest time the launch may happen is April 1 at 6:24 p.m. EDT. We will open the doors at 5:30 p.m. and display a livestream of the launch. Please note, the launch may be delayed to a later date. Visit our Facebook page for updates about the launch and watch event. If the launch is pushed to Thursday, April 2, the watch event will immediately follow the regularly scheduled Planeterium show, which begins at 6:30 p.m. 

Join us for a special evening bringing together students, families, campus partners, and supporters to recognize the dedication and determination that define the TRIO experience.  The TRIO Achievement Awards & Recognition Ceremony is an annual celebration honoring the academic accomplishments, perseverance, leadership, and personal growth of students participating in the TRIO Student Support Services and McNair Scholars, graduating seniors and campus supporters. This year's theme is Unleashing Your Superpowers, and will feature Keynote Speaker, Sir Evans.  Register to attend! Light regreshments will be provided. Keynote Speaker: Sir Evans Sir Evans is a nationally recognized speaker, entrepreneur, and the creator of the Superpower Planner movement. His mission is to help individuals discover their unique strengths and turn them into goals, plans and systems that create real momentum. Evans commitment to helping others navigate adversity and discover purpose in the midst of life's storms is inspired by his own lived experience.  Live Music: Mike on Sax, BGSU Alum   For Questions, contact Tessa Scott at tsscott@bgsu.edu   TRIO Programs are funded by the US Department of Education

Bowling Green State University Softball at Youngstown State TV: ESPN+ Streaming Video: https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/4192e2d8-70d4-4937-9730-067b2401a139?om-navmethod=espn%3Aglobalsearch%3Aresults https://bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?game_id=25021&sport_id=9

Yoga Basics: An all-level, gentle movement class with a focus on breathing to the rhythm of your body motion. Learn key yoga postures in an affirming environment for all bodies.  January 21  - April 29 | No class March 4 Available on Wednesdays from 5:45 - 6:30 PM in BTSU 427 Registration is not required. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel    Interested in hosting a Move For Your Mood session for your department, organization, Residence Hall, team, or class?  Contact Karyn Smith at karync@bgsu.edu All sessions are FREE for BGSU students, faculty and staff.

BGSU's Master of Organizational Development and Change (MOD) is your graduate program in practice leadership for Human-Centered Change, designed for the working professional. This executive hybrid degree is focused on collaboration and systemic approaches to improvement, guided by humanistic values that are ever more important in a time of AI Implementation. During the session, you'll learn about the unique benefits of the cohort-based, part-time, hybrid program (online with 4 in-person weekend residencies per year). Hear success stories from our alums and ask questions about how this advanced degree can enhance your career and impact your organization. More at: https://www.bgsu.edu/odc  REGISTER TODAY! Questions? Email ctforde@BGSU.edu.

Every community depends on a shared system of symbols to make meaning together, and the invisible structure that holds that system in place is information architecture. During this visit to the BGSU campus, Dan Klyn will share research findings around a key feature of this infrastructure: question-asking. The talk is called "What Even Is A Question," and if you stay to the end, you'll never ask one the same way again. Dan Klyn is an information architect, teacher, and question-asker. He is the co-founder of The Understanding Group, providing strategy and structure for digital products, including those empowered with artificial intelligence. FREE and open to the public, but RSVP is required. Organized jointly by the Department of Computer Science and Graphic Design program, in collaboration with the Visual Communication Technology program, Scientific and Technical Communication, Schmidthorst College of Business, and the School of Media & Communication.

The Life Design Leadership Certificate (LDLC) is a program that will help you develop the mindsets and tools necessary to live a meaningful, purpose-driven life as a leader on campus and beyond. This certificate, offered by the C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement and the Radbill Center for College and Life Design, will help participants build confidence navigating an unknown future and make meaningful contributions to their community and organization. This certificate will build on the Life Design framework to empower you to enhance your personal and leadership development. The dates for LDLC are March 18th, March 25th and April 1st. Each session takes place from 7:00 to 8:30pm. This is a three-part series. Participants should plan on attending all three Wednesday sessions to receive the certificate. To register, please complete this form: Spring 2026 Life Design Leadership Certificate Registration  Questions? Contact Life Design at lifedesign@bgsu.edu or 419-372-5533

Music Plus is a longstanding partnership between the BGSU College of Musical Arts and Toledo Public Schools (TPS). For 10 weeks, on Wednesday evenings in the fall and spring semesters, approximately 30 TPS students travel to the Bowling Green campus for free supplemental music instruction. The evenings are segmented into private lessons taught by BGSU undergraduate and graduate students, ensembles led by a graduate student or a faculty member and other musical activities. This past fall included a piano lab taught by a graduate student; other semesters have included composition. The program culminates in a public performance in Bryan Recital Hall with the TPS students playing alongside BGSU students. In the spring, they often perform short pieces composed by students in the Music Plus program.  

Trombonist Jeremy Marks and pianist Pamela Ashmore will present a recital as part of our weekly Faculty Artist Series. This event is free and open to the public. LIVESTREAM LINK PROGRAM LINK