Bowling Green State University

Events: September 15, 2026

Sep 14 Sep 16

Interfraternity Council Recruitment (Fraternities)

Tue, Sep 15, 2026

Greek Village

The Interfraternity Council will be hosting its Fall recruitment process! This will be a week long process beginning Sept. 15 through Sept. 20. If you want to participate make sure to, register by noon on Sept. 11.. Learn more about the Chapters, Interfraternity Council's Recruitment process, and much more by visiting the Fraternity and Sorority Life website. ------------------------ 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.

Monthly Mindfulness Moment: Fresh Starts

Tue, Sep 15, 2026

BGSU Firelands, Falcon Square, North Building

September invites us to reset and start anew. As we begin this semester, let’s consider the seeds we want to plant. Explore your intentions and hopes, reflect on ways you want to grow, and consider what pace feels sustainable for you. Write down your mindfulness moment, and we’ll add it to our display in front of Campus Engagement and Student Life in GMH 135. Mindfulness Prompts: “This year I want to grow in…” “One intention I’m setting for myself is…” “This feels like the start of...” “I’m giving myself permission to...” 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 at access@bgsu.edu or 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.

Romantic breakup therapy program

Tue, Sep 15, 2026

Psychological Services Center, 3rd floor, BGSU Psychology Building, Suite 300

Get Professional Help Healing from a Romantic Break-Up Are you struggling after the end of a romantic relationship? The Psychological Services Center (PSC) at BGSU is offering a free, short-term 7-week therapy program to help students heal and cope with the challenges of a difficult break-up. Who can participate? BGSU undergraduate and graduate students (age 18+) who are experiencing difficulties such as: Painful thoughts, memories, or emotions related to a break-up Trouble setting boundaries or moving forward after the relationship ends Overthinking the break-up Complicated feelings or behaviors related to sex after the relationship Feeling lost or uncertain about identity after the break-up Other stressors connected to the end of a relationship When and where? Services begin in late August 2026 and continue through early December 2026. Sessions will be held at the Psychological Services Center, Room 300, Psychology Building, on the BGSU campus. Who provides services? Students will meet individually with doctoral graduate students in BGSU’s Ph.D. Clinical Psychology Program. The program is supervised by Dr. Annette Mahoney, a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 30 years of experience. Cost and enrollment Services are provided at no cost. Space is limited. For more information about eligibility and scheduling, contact Dr. Annette Mahoney at amahone@bgsu.edu, (419) 308-4070, or (419) 372-0282.

Student Organization Residence Hall Tabling

Tue, Sep 15, 2026

Various Residence Halls

Looking for more opportunities to join one or more of the 300+ student organizations here at BGSU? Different student organizations will be coming to Residence Halls all over campus! Student org tabling will begin in various Residence Halls beginning Sept. 8. through the end of WOW on Oct. 2 If you are a student org looking to sign up to table within a reshall be sure to fill out this form. This is a great way to spread the word about what your organization is all about. Have questions? Reach out to engage@bgsu.edu ------------------------ 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.

Poster Sale

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 9am to 6pm

Olscamp Hall, 101

The Biggest Back-to-School Poster Sale! Thousands of posters to choose from to decorate your space! Music, movie, fine arts, humor, nature, motivational, fantasy, 3D, and much, much more!  ------------------------ 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.

Student Voices in Action: Practical Teaching Strategies

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 10am to 11:30am

Virtual Event

What can BGSU students tell us about their own learning experience? This interactive session introduces the Student Learning Analyst (SLA) program, a unique initiative where undergraduate students develop, conduct, and analyze student focus group assessment projects. The SLA students will share insights and recommendations for faculty from Bowling Green Perspective (BGP), Student Success, and Collaborative Learning projects. Through guided discussion and collaborative activities, you will examine student focus group feedback and leave with practical, ready-to-implement strategies to strengthen your teaching and enhance the student experience. Why you should attend: Identify insight gained from peer-led student focus groups related to general education, student success, and collaborative learning  Examine practical strategies to enhance the learning experience that align with student feedback Discuss approaches to support student learning and development To register for this event, use the Fall 2026 Campus Partner CFE Session Registration Form. Advance registration is required. Registration will close one business day before the scheduled event. You will receive the Zoom link one day before the event. For more information on this event, visit the Session Catalog page of the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) website.    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.   If you have any questions about this event, email the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) at cfe@bgsu.edu   

Career EXPO Kickoff

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 11am to 1pm

Bowen-Thompson Student Union, 225

Kick off your Career EXPO experience with energy, confidence and a plan! Join us for the Career EXPO Kickoff, where you’ll get prepared, connected and ready to make the most of your time with employers. Enjoy free popcorn while you explore interactive stations designed to help you succeed—get your questions answered, receive resume feedback, spin the prize wheel and learn about the VMock platform to sharpen your elevator pitch, resume and interview skills. Stop by our career prep stations for rapid tips on networking, what to expect and how to stand out. Plus, don’t miss your chance to win giveaways and connect with peers before the big event. Start strong. Show up prepared. Make your next opportunity count.

How Do I submit My Proposal at BGSU?

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 11am to 11:30am

Virtual Event

This 30-minute virtual workshop guides faculty and staff through the big picture and main steps for submitting a proposal at BGSU. 

How Do I Use The New Budget Template?

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 11:30am to 12pm

Virtual Event

To help BGSU faculty and staff save time and energy, the Division of Research created a budget template. This workshop introduces you to the budget template by providing a broad overview of its features and how to use it.

BG Community Market

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 4pm to 7pm

Woodland Mall

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BG Community Market is a NEW family-friendly co-op market featuring local vendors with produce, baked goods, coffee, toys, artisans, food trucks, activities, giveaways and much more! Designed to support local entrepreneurship and create a fun, family-friendly atmosphere for both students and the local community.  New at the market: Free community meal vouchers with any $10 market purchase. Meal changes weekly! Happening every Tuesday 4-7 p.m. at Woodland Mall April 7 - October 27, 2026 RAIN OR SHINE! ⛈️If the weather is bad, the market will be held INSIDE the mall with the exception of food trucks. Come play cornhole, find some local treasures, and connect with community! Be sure to check their Facebook page for the most up-to-date information on the market!

The Constitution as a Primary Source Panel

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 4pm to 8:01pm

BTSU 308

What can we learn when we read the Constitution not just as a historical document, but as a living text? This engaging panel invites participants to explore the Constitution as a primary source, examining its language, structure and enduring questions. Through a thoughtful discussion with civic educators, discover how the Constitution’s meaning has been interpreted over time and why this foundational document continues to shape American democracy today. Contact: Lyndsey Johns — lyndsej@bgsu.edu Hosted by: C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement

Entrepreneurial Leadership Workshop: No Idea? No Problem.

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 5:30pm to 7pm

Jerome Library, The Sandbox - Room 122

You don't need a brilliant idea to begin your entrepreneurial journey—you just need to start paying attention. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how entrepreneurs and intrapreneurial leaders discover opportunities by talking with people, observing challenges, and asking better questions. Through a series of fast-paced activities, you'll practice customer discovery and learn why the greatest opportunities often begin with solving meaningful problems for real people. Whether your goal is to launch a venture, innovate within an existing organization, or simply become someone who creates value in your life and career, discovering a problem worth solving is the first step. If you've ever thought, "I'd love to be an entrepreneur, but I don't have an idea," you're exactly who this workshop is for. Everyone encounters problems every day. Learning to recognize which ones are worth solving, and taking action, is how entrepreneurial leaders create lasting impact. PIZZA and drinks provided  

BGSU Men's Soccer at Milwaukee

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 6pm to 8pm

Milwaukee, Wis.

BGSU Men's Soccer at Milwaukee https://bgsufalcons.com/calendar.aspx?game_id=25045&sport_id=8

Leveraging Leadership and Service in your Career

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 6pm to 9:01pm

Maurer Center 104

Workshop on leveraging leadership and service as part of Kuhlin Career Expo Contact: Lyndsey Johns — lyndsej@bgsu.edu Hosted by: C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement

The Constitution as a Primary Source Panel

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 6pm

Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Room 308

What can we learn when we read the Constitution not just as a historical document, but as a living text? This engaging panel invites participants to explore the Constitution as a primary source, examining its language, structure and enduring questions. Through a thoughtful discussion with civic educators, discover how the Constitution’s meaning has been interpreted over time and why this foundational document continues to shape American democracy today. Why It Matters The Constitution is more than a historical document. It remains a foundation of American government and democracy, shaping conversations about rights, responsibilities, government and civic life. By examining the Constitution as a primary source, participants can develop a deeper understanding of its language, its interpretation and the questions it continues to raise today. Coming from off campus? Register your parking in advance for Lot 7B, 7C, or 7D near the Student Union!  This event is available for CEU Certificates (2 contact hours) for any K-12 teacher that attends. Please contact Kristin Schnerer, knschne@bgsu.edu for more information. ===================== Constitution Week  Check out more Constitution Week events taking place Sept.15-18! Constitution Week programs are made possible, thanks to the Bernard Mann Fund for Constitutional Law Education. This week is hosted by the Department of Political Science, Department of History, the Democracy and Public Policy Research Network and the C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement.

NPHC: Interest Etiquette

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 7:30pm

Olscamp Hall, 111

Learn About the National Pan-Hellenic Council at BGSU Meet the members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) and get to know the organizations that make up this historic council. You’ll receive a brief overview of each chapter’s legacy, values and tips on how to express interest in membership. Business casual attire is preferred. This is a valuable first step for anyone interested in joining an NPHC organization. All are welcome. ⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer back to this page. ------------------------ 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.

Public Stargazing at the BGSU Observatory

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 9pm to 10pm

Physical Sciences Building, Roof

Free and open to the public
  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 stargazing 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 on 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.   Weather permitting, stargazes will take place on: Sundays, Tuesdays, and Fridays from Sept. 4 through Oct. 2 at 9 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays, and Fridays from Oct. 6 through Nov. 6 at 8 p.m. In addition to the listed stargazing sessions, weather permitting, there may also be an opportunity for stargazing following evening Planetarium shows. 
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