Now that you've unpacked, it's time to meet your neighbors. During your residence hall floor meeting, you will learn about life in your residence hall, community policies and the Weeks of Welcome schedule.

You will also get to know your:

Resident Advisor (RA)

Hallmates

Hall Directors

Up Next: You will head to your next required program for your official new student academic welcome – Convocation.

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🚩 Your attendance at this event is required if this is the first year you are attending BGSU full-time and living in the on-campus Resdience Halls. However, your attendance is excused if you have an approved absence.

⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to this page.

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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.

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Featured presenters, such as BGSU President Dr. Rodney K. Rogers and other academic and student leaders, will share their insights to empower you to explore and appreciate the values of belonging at BGSU.

After Convocation, head over to the BTSU oval for Flock the Block, a Weeks of Welcome event you won’t want to miss!

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🚩 Your attendance at this event is required if this is the first year you are attending BGSU full-time. This includes transfer, commuting and international students. However, your attendance is excused if you have an approved absence.

⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to this page.

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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.

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Join an RA Information Session to learn about the role, its benefits and how to stand out in the application process.

Why Attend
Attendance is optional but highly recommended. You’ll get tips to succeed in recruitment and selection, plus credit for your attendance during the application review.

What You’ll Learn

RA responsibilities and expectationsLeadership and professional growth opportunitiesBenefits like housing and trainingOpen to All Students
Attend any session at any location. Just tell the front desk you’re there to learn about being an RA, and they’ll direct you.

Take the First Step
An RA role offers leadership experience, community impact and personal growth. Attend an information session and learn more about becoming a Resident Advisor today!
Can't attend this date? Check out all the available information session dates.

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This annual tradition is a special time for parents, family members and supporters to visit, create memories, participate in events and explore campus and the local community.

There will be a variety of events to look forward to, including athletic events, a magician, dueling pianos, and more!

On the Falcon Family Weekend webpage, you can plan your stay, explore all the festivities and learn how your loved ones can register through the BGSU Family Portal.

We can't wait to host your family this fall!

We encourage your loved ones to register for Family Weekend. Registration for the weekend is FREE and ensures they'll receive up-to-date information and important event details and updates. It also helps us plan for how many guests we will have on campus to create a welcoming, unforgettable weekend for everyone.

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This annual tradition is a special time for parents, family members and supporters to visit, create memories, participate in events and explore campus and the local community.

There will be a variety of events to look forward to, including athletic events, a magician, dueling pianos, and more!

On the Falcon Family Weekend webpage, you can plan your stay, explore all the festivities and learn how your loved ones can register through the BGSU Family Portal.

We can't wait to host your family this fall!

We encourage your loved ones to register for Family Weekend. Registration for the weekend is FREE and ensures they'll receive up-to-date information and important event details and updates. It also helps us plan for how many guests we will have on campus to create a welcoming, unforgettable weekend for everyone.

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This annual tradition is a special time for parents, family members and supporters to visit, create memories, participate in events and explore campus and the local community.

There will be a variety of events to look forward to, including athletic events, a magician, dueling pianos, and more!

On the Falcon Family Weekend webpage, you can plan your stay, explore all the festivities and learn how your loved ones can register through the BGSU Family Portal.

We can't wait to host your family this fall!

We encourage your loved ones to register for Family Weekend. Registration for the weekend is FREE and ensures they'll receive up-to-date information and important event details and updates. It also helps us plan for how many guests we will have on campus to create a welcoming, unforgettable weekend for everyone.

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The audience will control the direction of the show by writing their favorite songs on request slips that they bring to the pianos. Energetic and exciting entertainers then perform these songs, while encouraging audience participation.

The fact that many of your favorite rock, r&b and rap songs can be performed on the piano will leave you amazed.

Cost to participate: No pre-sale tickets will be sold. Simply head to the Oaks for dinner, and the show is included with the price of your meal. There will be an entry cost at the door: ​​​$16 for credit/debit (we are cashless) or one meal swipe per person upon entry.
- Children under 4: Free
- Ages 4-7: $7.75
- Ages 8-12: $9.00

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Falcon Family Weekend
Oct. 16-18 | This event is part of Falcon Family Weekend, an annual tradition for parents, family members, and supporters to visit, create memories, participate in events, and explore campus and the local community.

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