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Friday, February 6

Two-Minute Capstone (2MC) Competition

Fri, Feb 6, 2026

<p>The 2MC competition challenges you to craft a two-minute video presentation describing your capstone experience, whether it was a project, internship or another approved learning opportunity. You’ll explain what you did, what you learned and how it shaped your goals or career path.</p> <p>This is your chance to highlight the story behind your work and inspire others in your field.  <b>The competition is open to students in master’s or doctoral programs with non-research culminating experiences. </b>After you register, you will receive a link for where to submit your video.</p> <p>Videos are due by Friday, Feb. 6, 2026 at 5 p.m.</p> <p class="desc_bigger"><b><span>Competition requirements</span></b></p> <ul> <li>Submission of a two-minute video</li> <li>Accepted formats: <b>.avi, .mov, .mp4, .m4v</b>  </li> <li>You’re not limited to slides or talking points; you can use any media that helps you tell your story.</li> <li>Add visuals, props, background sounds, animations or other creative elements to make your presentation unique.</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://www.bgsu.edu/graduate/two-minute-capstone-competition.html">Learn more about the competition</a> or <a href="https://services.bgsu.edu/FalconFormsOld/sec/falconforms.htm?falconFormId=233">register now!</a></p>

Wednesday, February 11

Falcon Career Showcase

Wed, Feb 11, 2026 10am to 3pm

<p><b>About the Event:</b></p> <p>The Falcon Career Showcase is a premier spring career fair designed to help students and alumni explore career paths, build professional networks and connect directly with recruiters across a wide range of industries. Hosted by the Kuhlin Career Hub at Bowling Green State University, this one-day talent and recruiting showcase creates a dynamic environment that goes beyond traditional hiring.</p> <p>Open to all majors, the Falcon Career Showcase brings together employers and candidates in a collaborative setting that bridges the gap between potential and real-world opportunity.</p> <p class="desc_bigger"><a href="https://careerforge.us/registration-landing/falcon-career-showcase?view=candidate"><b>CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!</b></a></p> <p><b>Why You Should Attend:</b></p> <ul> <li>Network face-to-face with recruiters hiring for internships, part-time roles and full-time careers</li> <li>Explore career opportunities across multiple industries in one location</li> <li>Learn what employers are looking for and how to stand out as a candidate</li> <li>Gain exposure to organizations that may host interviews during the optional February 12 Interview Day</li> <li>Build confidence and connections that support long-term career success</li> <li>This event is ideal for students at any stage, whether you are exploring options or actively job searching.</li> </ul> <p><b>Event Details at a Glance:</b></p> <ul> <li>Networking with recruiters: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.</li> <li>Who should attend: Students and alumni of all majors</li> </ul> <p><b>How to Prepare:</b></p> <p>To get the most out of your experience, students are encouraged to register on Career Forge and download the Career Fair Plus app. A live list of employers and an interactive floor map will be available approximately two weeks before the event, helping you plan your conversations and maximize your time.</p> <p>The Kuhlin Career Hub and USG are hosting Career Readiness Workshops to help you plan conversations and make a strong first impression.</p> <p>• How to strengthen your resume for employers<br /> • Simple strategies to start conversations and network<br /> • Tips to present yourself with confidence</p> <p><a href="https://events.bgsu.edu/event/career-readiness-workshops-1">Monday, Feb. 3 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Eppler 220</a><br /> <a href="https://events.bgsu.edu/event/career-readiness-workshops-2">Thursday, Feb. 6 from 3 to 4 p.m. in the Radbill Center</a></p> <p>Register for workshops through Career Forge.</p> <p>Want quick feedback without an appointment? <a href="https://www.bgsu.edu/career-center/students-and-alumni/vmock-career-readiness-tool-powered-by-ai.html">VMock, BGSU’s AI powered career tool</a>, helps you improve your resume before meeting employers.</p> <p><b>Dress for Success</b><br /> Recommended attire is business professional or business casual. For outfit guidance, students can reference <a href="https://www.bgsu.edu/career-collection.html">Mr. Agne’s Career Collection</a> at BGSU.</p>

Friday, February 13

Making Your Word Documents Accessible

Fri, Feb 13, 2026 9:30am to 11am

Virtual Event

<p>This 90-minute, hands-on session introduces practical accessibility basics that you can apply immediately in your teaching and communication. After the session, you will leave with concrete skills you can use right away to create cleaner digital materials. During the session, you will learn how to:</p> <ul> <li>Improve color contrast</li> <li>Use clear heading structure</li> <li>Write meaningful alt text and hyperlinks</li> <li>Choose readable fonts. </li> </ul> <p><b>Why you should attend:</b></p> <ul> <li>Apply accessible heading structure in a Word document by correctly assigning Heading 1, Heading 2, and Heading 3 styles. </li> <li>Evaluate and adjust text contrast using a simple contrast-checking tool to ensure readable color combinations. </li> <li>Write concise, meaningful alt text for at least two types of images used in academic materials. </li> <li>Revise non-descriptive hyperlinks (e.g., “Click here”) into clear, purposeful link text. </li> <li> <p>Format documents using accessible fonts and spacing to improve readability and navigation for all learners. </p> </li> </ul> <p>To register for this event, use the<b> <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=nXLLzQZRfE23W6MMRV1bClzixQcShJNKvmi5MKsJwPdUMFBWUEozS1M4SFhMWUU3REpQTEowWFo3UyQlQCNjPTEkJUAjdD1n" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Spring 2026 CFE-Facilitated Session Registration Form</a>. </b></p> <p><b>Advance registration is required.</b> Registration will close one business day before the scheduled event. You will receive the Zoom link one day before the event.</p> <p>For more information on this event, visit the <b><a href="https://www.bgsu.edu/center-for-faculty-excellence/find-a-workshop1/workshop-catalog.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Session Catalog page</a></b> of the <b><a href="https://www.bgsu.edu/center-for-faculty-excellence.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) website</a>. </b>  </p> <p>If you need special services, assistance or appropriate modifications to fully participate in the event, please contact the CFE office or Accessibility Services at <a href="mailto:access@bgsu.edu" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">access@bgsu.edu</a> or 419-372-8495. Please notify Accessibility Services and/or the CFE office prior to the event.  </p> <p>If you have any questions about this event, email the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) at <a href="mailto:cfe@bgsu.edu" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">cfe@bgsu.edu </a>    </p> <ul> </ul> <p> </p>

Thursday, February 19

Day of Dialogue

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 9:10am to 2:20pm

<p>We invite you to a Day of Dialogue, an annual opportunity for BGSU to discuss our responsibility as a public university for the public good. </p> <p>This year’s event will feature discussions with elected officials, government leaders, government affairs professionals, and members of the BGSU community, including students, faculty, staff, alumni and the broader public. <i>Together, we will listen, learn, and work toward changing the culture of democratic engagement in the United States. </i></p> <p><b>Free and open to the public. Lunch provided with RSVP.</b><br />     Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Ballroom<br />     806 Ridge St.<br />     Bowling Green, OH 43403<br />     <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/tgSVodudiX8YjgXo7">Directions to Parking Lot 7</a></p> <p>RSVP for luncheon panel available Jan. 20!</p> <p>Day of Dialogue is presented by the Democracy and Public Policy Network and C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement </p>

Planetarium Show: WE ARE STARS

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

<p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span>What are we made of?  Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and the origins of the elements making up the universe by following along with a group of time travelers back to just after the Big Bang as they see how those early atoms combined to form stars and galaxies and ultimately life on Earth.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span>Public stargazing will follow evening shows, weather permitting.</span></span></p> <p> </p>

Thursday, February 26

Planetarium Show: WE ARE STARS

Thu, Feb 26, 2026 6:30pm to 7:30pm

<p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span>What are we made of?  Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and the origins of the elements making up the universe by following along with a group of time travelers back to just after the Big Bang as they see how those early atoms combined to form stars and galaxies and ultimately life on Earth.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span>Public stargazing will follow evening shows, weather permitting.</span></span></p> <p> </p>
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