Spring 2026 Exam Week

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. 

For over 20 years the WYMO program has provided an opportunity for the university community to donate non-perishable food, clothin & shoes, household items, books/school supplies, small furniture, organizers, electronics, dorm decorations, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, bedding, mirrors, toiletries and anything that's still usable instead of throwing it out!  Donations benefit the Falcon Food Pantry, the BGSU community, and a number of area nonprofits and charities in need. Visit our website for the charities we've served. Use up those Falcon Dollars to donate to the Falcon Food Pantry! Can't fit it in your car to take home?  Have too much? Or maybe you want to help the public good? Whatever the case, collection boxes will be in all Residence Hall lobbies, Greek Townhouses, BGSU Dining Markets, and the Bowen-Thompson Student Union lobby starting April 15 through the close of the Res Halls on May 2! Don't throw it out! Donate it! Brought to you by Campus Sustainability, BGSU Dining and Residence Life. Reach out to greenbg@bgsu.edu with any questions about donating. Students: If you still need service hours, we are one of the last on-campus opportunities of the year. Please visit Dashboard - When You Move Out, Don't Throw It Out (WYMO): Item Pickup and Sorting Donations | Bowling Green State University for shift times.

Pickleball at the Student Recreation Center   January 16 - May 1 Available on Fridays on the MAC Court from 11 AM – 1 PM   Open to BGSU faculty, staff, and students. Equipment available for complimentary use. Rec membership not required for pickleball play during these specified times. Reserve a court at https://www.bgsu.edu/recwell/student-recreation-center/MACReservations.html    Grab a friend and head to the Rec for some friendly competition. Pickleball is the perfect way to kick off your weekend.  For more information contact Julia Adams:jthatch@bgsu.edu, recwell@bgsu.edu, 419.372.2000 or 419.372.7458

Bowling Green State University Women's Track and Field at Jesse Owens Invitational https://bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?game_id=24930&sport_id=17

  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 at the end of the session.  Register Now!  

Bowling Green State University Baseball at Eastern Michigan TV Image Link: https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/a2641a25-24b6-4dc9-8779-e8b0b832a2b9?om-navmethod=espn%3Aglobalsearch%3Aresults Streaming Video: https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/a2641a25-24b6-4dc9-8779-e8b0b832a2b9?om-navmethod=espn%3Aglobalsearch%3Aresults https://bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?game_id=24834&sport_id=1

Bowling Green State University Softball at Miami (OH) TV: ChatterBox Sports Streaming Video: https://watchcbox.com/programs/live-jc8stssmd0k https://bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?game_id=24869&sport_id=9

BGSU will host Commencement ceremonies this May, at the Stroh Center, on the Bowling Green campus. Learn more by visiting the BGSU Commencement website. Doctoral Hooding and Graduate College Ceremony Friday, May 1 | 7 p.m. Stroh Center All doctoral and master's degree candidates Undergraduate Ceremonies Saturday, May 2 | 9 a.m. Stroh Center Bachelor’s degree candidates from: - College of Arts and Sciences - College of Engineering and Innovation Saturday, May 2 | 2 p.m. Stroh Center Bachelor’s and associate degree candidates from: - College of Education and Human Development - Firelands College Saturday, May 2 | 7 p.m. Stroh Center Bachelor’s degree candidates from: - Allen W. and Carol M. Schmidthorst College of Business - College of Health and Human Services - College of Musical Arts