Step beyond common myths and media portrayals to explore what autism truly means. In this session, you’ll begin with a brief introduction to autism fundamentals, then engage in an interactive panel discussion featuring autistic individuals and their allies.  Through direct dialogue with panelists, you’ll hear personal stories, challenge assumptions, and explore topics like autism history, reframing autistic characteristics, and supportive strategies. You’ll have the chance to reflect, ask questions, and gain practical ideas for creating more inclusive and supportive environments—whether in the workplace, classroom, or broader community.  By participating in this session, you will be able to:  Identify and compare current misconceptions about autism with historical stigmas, and explain their impact on the autistic community.  Recognize and reframe commonly misunderstood autistic traits—such as stimming or sensory needs—through a strengths-based, neurodiversity-informed lens.  Apply at least three supportive strategies shared by panelists to make your workplace, school, or community more inclusive.  Develop an action plan to implement one meaningful change in your personal or professional life based on panelist insights.  To register for this event, use the Fall 2025 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      All BGSU faculty, adjunct instructors, graduate students, undergraduate students, staff, and community members are welcome and encouraged to join the conversation. 

An unforgettable night of free music you won’t want to miss at Friday’s Falcons After Dark event. Join BGSU’s women in leadership for an electrifying concert featuring The Ladies Night! This high-energy performance is open to all genders - definitely not just the ladies! All are welcome because great music is for everyone! If you love powerhouse anthems and pop icons, this is a night you won’t want to miss with this fabulous coverband! 🎤 Featuring hits from: Kesha Chappell Roan Ariana Grande Taylor Swift Lady Gaga Britney Spears Avril Lavigne …and more! Whether you're coming by yourself or with friends, this will be a fun-filled evening for everyone. Expect a night of dancing, singing along to your favorite anthems, and enjoying free snacks while soaking in the energy of a live performance. Co-Sponsored By: The Division of Inclusion and Belonging, College of Education and Human Development, College of Arts and Sciences, University Libraries, Schmidthorst College of Business, Firelands, and Falcons After Dark. Come for the music, stay for the memories—see you there! ------------------------ Falcons After Dark hosts FREE events every Friday for all students throughout the Fall and Spring semesters. Events are hosted by the Office of Student Engagement and always include music, free food, engaging activities and tons of fun!

Join Student IMPACT for a FREE professional development session on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), an evidence-based framework designed to improve student behavior and create a positive school climate. Who should attend? This session is open to all education majors, and no registration is required.  Why you should attend This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with fellow education majors and professionals, ask questions and gain new tools for your future classroom. We hope to see you there! Questions? DM us on Instagram @impactbgsu!

Open to all education majors - A presentation by John Zibbel on trauma-informed education focused on understanding the impact of trauma on students’ learning, behavior and well-being. We will discuss strategies to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters resilience and healing. Student IMPACT offers free professional development events for all education majors. Our goal is to provide future teachers with the resources and opportunities they need to succeed, to make their IMPACT while here at BGSU and in their future classrooms.  This is a free event, and no registration is required. For any questions, DM us on instagram @impactbgsu or email simpactbg@bgsu.edu

Project IMPACT offers free professional development events for all education majors. Our goal is to provide future teachers with the resources and opportunities they need to succeed and make an impact while at BGSU and in their future classrooms.  About the professional development session Dr. Art Lewandowski will lead this professional development session on Navigating Controversial Topics in the Classroom. Educators will learn strategies to facilitate respectful, unbiased discussions while fostering critical thinking and open dialogue. The session will cover best practices for managing differing viewpoints, addressing student concerns, and responding to challenges from parents or the community. Participants will gain practical tools to confidently engage students in complex, thought-provoking conversations. How to participate This event is FREE, and no registration is required.  If you have questions, message Project IMPACT on Instagram @impactbgsu or email simpactbg@bgsu.edu.

Join us for a unique opportunity to hear directly from local educators of color as they share their personal and professional teaching experiences with the Bowling Green State University community. This event is designed to foster meaningful dialogue, celebrate diverse perspectives and inspire future educators. Attendees will have the chance to engage with these accomplished educators through a Q&A session. Questions can be submitted both during registration and live at the event, ensuring a dynamic and interactive discussion. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights and connect with trailblazers in the field of education. Register today! This event is hosted by the Northwest Ohio Center for Excellence in STEM Education.