Graduate Student Appreciation - Just for You!

Hey grad students! 🎉

We see you working hard, and we just want to say—we appreciate you!

Take a break and swing by BTSU (in the common space outside Falcon Outfitters near the East entrance) on Monday, April 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for some Insomnia Cookies and Grad College swag (while supplies last!).

The Graduate College staff will be there to celebrate YOU! Hope to see you there! 😊

Important Upcoming Scheduling Dates

• Now Available - Summer 2025 graduation application
• Now Open - Fall 2025 course registration for Graduate students
• May 2 - Doctoral and Master's Commencement

2025 Graduate College Homecoming Tote Bag Contest🎨

Unleash your creativity and show your Falcon pride! We're excited to announce the 2025 Graduate College Homecoming tote bag design contest. The winning design will be featured on our official Homecoming tote bags, and the designer will receive a $100 Amazon gift card!

Contest Details:

• Submit To: gradcol@bgsu.edu
• Subject: Homecoming Tote Bag- Last Name, First Name
• Format: JPG
• Theme: Your design should reflect the mission statement of BGSU's Graduate College. Read our mission statement here.

Submit your entries and be a part of Homecoming history! Good luck and may the best design win! 🏆

Deadline to Submit: Friday, April 4 | 11:59 p.m.

GSS Canvas

If you do not have access to the Graduate Student Senate Canvas shell, email gss@bgsu.edu.

Congratulations to Charles E. Shanklin Research Colloquium Winners and GSS Award Winners

Colloquium Poster Presentation

1st - Hsin-Ho Wei

2nd - Sharyar Zainaee

3rd - Jacqueline Kossey

Colloquium Abstract Presentation

1st - Hallie Ruby

2nd - Andrea Freimuth

3rd - Nancy Ransom

Colloquium Creative Presentation

Performative Arts 1st - Story Moosa

Visual Arts 1st - Nicholas Felaris

Visual Arts 2nd - Syed Ayaz Fatmi

Research Excellence

Math & Sciences 1st - Jacqueline Kossey

Math & Sciences 2nd - Carren Burkey

Arts & Humanities 1st - Sarah Urbank

Arts & Humanities 2nd - Trisha Bonham

Social & Behavioral Sciences 1st - Janecca Chin

Social & Behavioral Sciences 2nd - Mehran Ghasemi

GSS Awards

Outstanding Graduate Student - Kathryn Ware

Outstanding International Graduate Student - Desire Okpattah

Outstanding Research Assistant (RI) - Janecca Chin

Outstanding Research Assistant (R II) - Siva Sai Narayana Singh Udaya

Outstanding Contributor to Graduate Education - Dr. Karen Root

Margaret Zoller Booth Senator of the Year Award - Nikolai Dignoti

SEC Member of the Year - Ariel Esposito

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

Call for Interactive Session Proposals for the Teaching & Learning Summit

The Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) has extended their call for proposals for interactive sessions for the 2025 Teaching & Learning Summit until Friday, April 4, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. The Summit will take place on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Olscamp Hall.

The theme for this year’s Summit is “Thriving Together: Redefining Success and Well-Being.” This year’s summit will explore how we can foster a campus culture that supports the success and well-being of ourselves, our students, and our colleagues. Proposed interactive sessions should have clear learning outcomes and provide participants with opportunities to collaborate, interact, and engage. All members of the BGSU teaching community, including faculty, instructors, staff, and graduate students, are welcome and encouraged to submit a proposal.

Visit the Teaching & Learning Summit Call for Proposals page for more information and to submit a proposal. 

Extended deadline: Friday, April 4, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

Getting Started with Canvas New Quizzes

New Quizzes offers new features, question types, and a new interface. Join the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) for an interactive, virtual workshop to learn about this tool.

Monday, April 7 | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

via Zoom

Register in advance*

NCFDD Navigating Uncertainty in Higher Ed: Research Funding Strategies

During tumultuous times, the stress of securing resources can feel overwhelming, making it difficult to maintain momentum on key projects. This interactive panel discussion will explore strategies for identifying alternative funding sources, sustaining progress on existing research, and adapting to shifts in the funding landscape.

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 8 | 2-3 p.m.

via Zoom

Register in advance*

Creating Effective Rubrics with AI in Mind

Join this session facilitated by the CFE and the University Libraries to explore rubric design best practices with a focus on transparency, empowering students with clear guidelines for success.

Wednesday, April 9 | 11 a.m. to Noon

via Zoom

Register in advance*

Level Up Your Online & Hybrid Courses with Quality Matters Standards of Best Practices

Join CFE Faculty Associate, Shelley Moore, and QM certified peer reviewers to learn more about how Quality Matters can impact your online course design and help ensure your courses are designed using evidenced-based practices.

Wednesday, April 9 | 2-3:30 p.m.

via Zoom

Register in advance*

Using Canvas Studio Software to Create Interactive Videos

Join us for an engaging workshop on using Canvas Studio software within the Canvas LMS! Participants will learn to identify key features of Canvas Studio and discover how to record and edit videos.

Thursday, April 10 | 11 a.m. to Noon

via Zoom

Register in advance*

Selecting a Journal and Avoiding Deceptive Publishing Practices

In this informational session, facilitated by University Libraries as part of the Research Ready Series, you will discuss how to find and evaluate scholarly journals in your field and discuss the indicators of deceptive publishing practices.

Thursday, April 10 | 1-2 p.m.

via Zoom

Register in advance*

NCFDD Mastering Academic Time Management

Working long hours but making little progress on your research and writing? This webinar is specifically designed to address this issue and provide participants with concrete skills to successfully transition from graduate student to professor.

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 10 | 2-3 p.m.

via Zoom

Register in advance*

NCFDD Weekly Wrap-Up: Reflections & Planning for Success

In this live webinar hosted by NCFDD and facilitated by Dr. Lisa Hanasono, you will wrap up your week and plan for the next one.

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.

Friday, April 11 | 1-2 p.m.

via Zoom

Register in advance*

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. 

Register in advance*

Pregnant and Parenting Student Focus Group

Are you a student who is also a parent? We want to hear from you! The Center for Women and Gender Equity is hosting a focus group to learn about the needs and experiences of student parents on campus. We welcome all pregnant and parenting students, whether undergraduate, graduate, biological, adoptive/foster, single, or partnered. Join us for a conversation with other student parents.

Friday, April 11 | 5-6 p.m.

Hayes Hall, Room 203 (Zoom also available)

Email cwge@bgsu.edu to RSVP*

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*

PNC Bank Student Webinar

Develop healthy habits and make smarter decisions with your money in 2025! Be sure to join free financial education webinars provided by PNC. Find the full schedule of webinars and registration at 2025 Full Webinar Calendar

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.