CONGRATULATIONS

Kim Fleshman Featured in Cleveland Jewish News

Kim Fleshman, Coordinator of Thesis and Dissertation Services, was recently interviewed for an article in the Cleveland Jewish News. Many of our thesis and dissertation students are familiar with the ETD (Electronic Theses and Dissertations) Workshops and the Dissertation Bootcamp facilitated by Kim. This year Kim also launched a new workshop focused on helping graduate students secure small grants for student research. The Graduate College deeply appreciates Kim's expertise in the ETD process and the invaluable guidance she provides to graduate students in the final steps of publishing their research.

Please send news regarding awards for and recognition of graduate students and faculty to gradcol@bgsu.edu.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

NCFDD Virtual Writing Session

In this live session hosted by NCFDD, you’ll join be given time to focus on your writing and reflect on your progress.

Please visit the NCFDD website for information on NCFDD webinars and events, and visit the NCFDD page of the CFE website for information on activating your BGSU-sponsored membership.

Tuesday, April 15 | 10-11 a.m.

via Zoom

From Start to Finish: Facilitating an Interactive Conference Session or Workshop

Whether you're preparing an interactive session for the Teaching and Learning Summit, a conference session, or a one-time workshop, this hands-on session will introduce you to the building blocks of creating an engaging session, from captivating openings to impactful closings.

Tuesday, April 15 | 1-2 p.m.

via Zoom

From Punishment to Empowerment: Considering a Cultural Shift in Teaching Citations and Plagiarism Prevention

In this workshop facilitated by University Libraries, you will learn about how a shift in the language used around citations and academic dishonesty can ease student stress and create a relationship of care between you and your students.

Thursday, April 17 | 11 a.m. to Noon

via Zoom

NCFDD Academic Leadership: Cultivating Your Mentorship Network

In this interactive webinar, we will introduce audience members to a new NCFDD tool that aims to help academic leaders identify their specific mentoring needs and get those needs fulfilled.

Please visit the NCFDD website for information on NCFDD webinars and events, and visit the NCFDD page of the CFE website for information on activating your BGSU-sponsored membership.

Thursday, April 17 | 2-3 p.m.

via Zoom

Summer 2025 Active Learning Certificate Program

Registration is now open for the CFE’s Active Learning Certificate Program being offered during the Summer 2025 semester. During this hybrid program, you will reflect on your current teaching practices, develop a plan for incorporating active learning into your teaching, and practice implementing active learning strategies into your classroom instruction. After successfully completing the program, you will receive a digital certificate and Canvas badge noting your accomplishment. You must be able to participate in the in-person session on Wednesday, June 25 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. in Olscamp Hall, Room 106 in order to participate in the program. Registration is first-come, first-served; space is limited. To find out more information, visit the Active Learning Certificate Program page of the CFE website.

COMMUNITY WELL-BEING & OTHER RESOURCES

Back Pain Relief Webinar with Dr. Nowakowski

Join Dr. Drew Nowakowski from Falcon Health for a live webinar focused on several options available to address chronic back pain. Following the presentation there will be time for questions.

Wednesday, April 16 | Noon to 1 p.m.

To receive webinar link, register HERE*

Falcon Food Pantry

The Falcon Food Pantry is here to support BGSU students, faculty, and staff with nutritious and accessible food. Diapers and hygiene items are also available. All members of the BGSU community are welcome to stop by once a week to select a bag of food and hygiene items. Please bring your BGSU ID card with you.

Read more about the Falcon Food Pantry in this article from The Blade.

Central Hall 109

Monday/Thursday Noon-3 p.m.

Wednesday 2:30-5:30 p.m.

NOTE: The pantry is closed whenever classes are not in session (e.g., Spring Break, Labor Day, Juneteenth, etc.)

Mental Health Care for BGSU Students

The BGSU Counseling Center is here to help you connect to mental health resources on and around campus if or when you need them.

If you need mental health support, the BGSU Counseling Center is open and available to you. To set an appointment or speak with an on-call counselor for crisis situations, call 419-372-2081 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. You can also utilize the Wood County Crisis Line at 419-502-4673, which is open 24/7 to those in Wood County.
Falcon Health Chat is a free and confidential tool, available 24/7 to all BGSU students, faculty, and staff. Falcon Health Chat can help support your mental health by offering resources to help you manage anxiety and depression, relieve stress, and build resilience.

Campus Events

Visit the BGSU Events Calendar for a complete list of on campus and virtual events.

*To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to any event.

The Graduate College Weekly Update is published every week by the Graduate College during the Fall and Spring semester. Submit events and announcements to gradcol@bgsu.edu. Submissions are due Wednesday at 5:00pm the week before the event.