We invite everyone to join us for a powerful afternoon with entrepreneur, investor and CEO Mitch Kroll, hosted by President Rodney Rogers. Mitch will be sharing the real story behind building successful businesses, taking risks and finding your path after college. Whether you are graduating, an entrepreneur, a business leader or simply someone who enjoys new experiences, this event offers practical advice, honest insights and motivation you can actually use. What You’ll Learn How to turn ideas into successful businesses The importance of leadership, teamwork and resilience What it takes to grow a company from startup to global success Lessons from failure, risk-taking and big career decisions Who Is Mitch Kroll  Mitch Kroll is an entrepreneur, Investor, CEO/Start-up Coach. Mitch has spent his career focused on building great teams to accomplish extraordinary results.  After graduating Magna Cum Laude from Bowling Green State University, Mitch’s career started in the corporate world at Raytheon Company in Boston then transitioned to an entrepreneurial journey after receiving his MBA with Distinction from Babson College, the perennial #1 ranked program in the U.S. for Entrepreneurship.  Returning home to Cleveland, Mitch joined the rapidly accelerating Matrix Essentials as Director of Operations where he learned the entrepreneurial playbook from legendary founders Arnie & Sydell Miller.  After Matrix was sold to Bristol Myers Squibb, Mitch’s first venture was his acquisition of a local foodservice distribution company which he exited to a key supplier after triple digit annual revenue growth during each of its initial 5 years under his leadership.  In 2004, Mitch co-founded Findaway, a digital media start-up. As CEO & Chairman of the Board, Mitch led Findaway to become the world’s largest digital audiobook technology and distribution platform powering over 100 million hours of audiobook listening annually with partners including Apple, Google, Audible, Scribd, Barnes & Noble and more. Findaway became the industry’s most strategically integrated audiobook company and was acquired by Spotify in 2022 as the cornerstone of their global audiobook  ambitions.  Mitch is currently a CEO Coach and remains actively involved in the start-up world. He is in the process of publishing his first book, Jumping from Cliffs, Finding a Way to Your Greatness where his deepest passion lies in sharing his Playbook from a remarkable career and life journey. 

Join us as we welcome warm weather and turn on the Schmeltz Family Fountain at Alumni Gateway. Free "Falcons at the Fountain" shirts and treats while supplies lasts! ------------------------ Senior Week | April 20-24 This event is part of Senior Week, and everyone is welcome! It's a week full of exciting events for you to recharge, celebrate the end of the academic year, salute graduating students, and have fun!

Flipping into Senior Week: Pancakes with the President! 🥞🎓 Start the first night of Senior Week in the ballroom, enjoying breakfast for dinner! Everyone is welcome to come chat with President Rodney K. Rogers, take a photo, and soak in your last days on campus! ------------------------ Senior Week | April 20-24 This event is part of Senior Week, and everyone is welcome! It's a week full of exciting events for you to recharge, celebrate the end of the academic year, salute graduating students, and have fun!

The annual Service Awards Ceremony recognizes BGSU faculty and staff for their length of service to the University. Awardees are recognized in five-year increments, beginning with the fifth year of regular service. If you have questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 419-372-8421 or ohr@bgsu.edu.

📣  Calling all Falcon Families! 📣   You and your loved ones are invited to join BGSU President Rodney K. Rogers for a family tailgate prior to the Falcon Football game! Enjoy free food while supplies last. This is an alcohol-free event. After the tailgate, join us at as BGSU takes on Central Michigan at Doyt L. Perry Stadium.  Student ticket: BGSU students receive free admission to all home athletic events. Sign in to the ticketing system as a student and enter your BGSU ID to download your ticket. Family tickets: Discounted tickets are available to families for BGSU Family Weekend Athletics events. --------------------- Falcon Family Weekend Oct. 17-19 | 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. 

After the State of the University Address, enjoy a free lunch together with fellow students, faculty and staff members at the All-Campus Picnic!  Join us on the Bowen-Thompson Quadrangle for delicious food and fun activities. Meet Freddie and Frieda, BGSU spirit groups and more.  With a focus on sustainability, the picnic will be a zero-waste event ⛈️ 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. 20-Oct. 3 | 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.