Most workplace records are created and stored digitally. This workshop provides practical strategies for organizing, managing and maintaining electronic records throughout their lifecycle. Why Attend Disorganized digital files can slow productivity and increase risk. Learn how to structure your electronic records for easy access, security and long-term management. What You’ll Learn An overview of electronic records management Effective methods for organizing digital files How to handle records with sensitive information Best practices for archiving and securely destroying files Who Should Attend Every BGSU employee who creates or receives records Other workshops offered include: Records Management Overview Applying Records Retention Schedules Registration Register for 2026 Records Management workshops.  Contact BGSU Records Management recordsmanager@bgsu.edu

The Wood County District Public Library (WCDPL) is coming to YOU! On the second Tuesday of every month, the WCDPL Bookmobile will make a regular stop on campus, offering convenient access to books, movies, music and audiobooks. The service will continue through the summer so students, faculty and staff can easily borrow and return library materials without making a special trip off campus. Whether you are looking for your next great read, a new audiobook for your commute or a film for the weekend, the Bookmobile makes borrowing simple and accessible. What You Can Borrow The Bookmobile will be stocked with: Current young adult fiction Adult fiction and nonfiction Movies Music Audiobooks Patrons may also request specific titles to be delivered to the campus stop. This is a convenient way to access popular titles, discover new authors and explore public library collections right on campus. Who Can Use the Bookmobile? All students, faculty and staff are eligible to use the Bookmobile and register for a library card. To register, you must present a state-issued ID. Parking and Accessibility The Bookmobile will be parked in Lot N adjacent to the Jerome Library. The Bookmobile is fully ADA accessible and includes a lift at the back of the vehicle. Why attend? Convenient on-campus access to public library materials Easy returns without leaving campus Personalized requests delivered to you A welcoming, accessible mobile library space Stop by, browse the shelves and see how easy it is to connect with our public library's services through the Bookmobile’s monthly campus visit.

Learn how to confidently apply records retention schedules to manage office files, reduce risk and streamline organization. This hands-on workshop explores how to identify, retain and properly dispose of records across formats. Why Attend Whether you are tackling legacy files, cleaning out filing cabinets or maintaining digital records, retention schedules are essential tools for compliance and efficiency. What You’ll Learn How to identify records on a retention schedule How retention periods apply to your office When to create, update or retire a schedule How to complete a Certificate of Records Disposal Answers to common records retention questions Who Should Attend BGSU employees responsible for managing, organizing or disposing of records, especially those handling large volumes of files or legacy materials. Other workshops offered include: Records Management Overview Organizing Electronic Records Registration Register for 2026 Records Management workshops.  Contact BGSU Records Management recordsmanager@bgsu.edu

The Wood County District Public Library (WCDPL) is coming to YOU! On the second Tuesday of every month, the WCDPL Bookmobile will make a regular stop on campus, offering convenient access to books, movies, music and audiobooks. The service will continue through the summer so students, faculty and staff can easily borrow and return library materials without making a special trip off campus. Whether you are looking for your next great read, a new audiobook for your commute or a film for the weekend, the Bookmobile makes borrowing simple and accessible. What You Can Borrow The Bookmobile will be stocked with: Current young adult fiction Adult fiction and nonfiction Movies Music Audiobooks Patrons may also request specific titles to be delivered to the campus stop. This is a convenient way to access popular titles, discover new authors and explore public library collections right on campus. Who Can Use the Bookmobile? All students, faculty and staff are eligible to use the Bookmobile and register for a library card. To register, you must present a state-issued ID. Parking and Accessibility The Bookmobile will be parked in Lot N adjacent to the Jerome Library. The Bookmobile is fully ADA accessible and includes a lift at the back of the vehicle. Why attend? Convenient on-campus access to public library materials Easy returns without leaving campus Personalized requests delivered to you A welcoming, accessible mobile library space Stop by, browse the shelves and see how easy it is to connect with our public library's services through the Bookmobile’s monthly campus visit.

Learn how to confidently apply records retention schedules to manage office files, reduce risk and streamline organization. This hands-on workshop explores how to identify, retain and properly dispose of records across formats. Why Attend Whether you are tackling legacy files, cleaning out filing cabinets or maintaining digital records, retention schedules are essential tools for compliance and efficiency. What You’ll Learn How to identify records on a retention schedule How retention periods apply to your office When to create, update or retire a schedule How to complete a Certificate of Records Disposal Answers to common records retention questions Who Should Attend BGSU employees responsible for managing, organizing or disposing of records, especially those handling large volumes of files or legacy materials. Other workshops offered include: Records Management Overview Organizing Electronic Records Registration Register for 2026 Records Management workshops.  Contact BGSU Records Management recordsmanager@bgsu.edu

Join the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and University Libraries for the Summer 2026 Faculty Writing Retreat, an intensive, three-day, in-person writing retreat running from Wednesday, July 29, to Friday, July 31, 2026. Designed to advance participants’ individual goals and projects, this retreat will provide you with an opportunity to connect with colleagues, accomplish scholarship, creative activity, research and/or writing goals, and receive resources and support from various departments across campus.   During each day of the retreat, you will have dedicated time to write and work individually on your own projects. The retreat also includes opportunities for goal-setting and networking, as well as sessions and individual consultations. At the end of the retreat, you will reflect on your accomplishments and set goals for the upcoming academic year.  By participating, you will be able to:  Identify specific and attainable goals for your scholarship, creative activity, research and/or writing.  Advance your productivity.   Connect with BGSU colleagues.   Identify campus partners and resources that can support your scholarship, creative activity, research and/or writing.   Reflect on your progress towards achieving your goals.   Devise a plan to maintain your productivity for the upcoming academic year.   What you need to know:  You must be able to participate in the entirety of the three-day retreat to apply for this opportunity and attend the event. Participation is open to full-time qualified rank faculty (QRF) and tenure-track faculty (TTF).  Interested individuals must apply to participate in the retreat. HOW TO APPLY STEP 1: Complete the 2026 Summer Faculty Writing Retreat Application Template. STEP 2: Complete the 2026 Summer Faculty Writing Retreat Application Form.  Apply by Wednesday, May 13. Applications will be reviewed, and acceptance will be based on the strength of the application, including clarity of goals and potential benefit to the applicant's scholarly and/or creative activity. Space is limited.   To find out more information about this event, visit the Summer Faculty Writing Retreat page or email cfe@bgsu.edu. 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.