Academic Agenda
Monday, February 26 - Sunday, March 3, 2024
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GRADUATE FACULTY SPOTLIGHT: Sidra Lawrence
Sidra Lawrence is a percussionist and an associate professor of ethnomusicology. She is affiliated with Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Africana Studies, the Honors College, and the Graduate College. She enjoys teaching courses that are interdisciplinary, with a special focus on matters of social justice. Additionally, she directs the Afro-Caribbean Ensemble, a group that focuses on the popular music traditions of Africa and the global Black diasporas, as well as spoken word, jazz, and sung poetry.
The focus of much of her research is on explorations of race, gender, and sexuality in Africa and the African diasporas through the theoretical orientations of sound studies, feminist studies, and postcolonial studies. She is particularly interested in examining the quotidian aspects of solidarity building and liberation movements through performativity. Her most recent work explores the relationships between trauma, audibility, and justice.
In addition to her love for her work, Sidra has a great love for her family, including her husband Nick, her fluffy cat Kiko, and her mom Barbara, who recently moved to Ohio from Texas! She appreciates vinyl records, food adventures, travel, and natural beauty. Sidra is thankful for all her fabulous colleagues and students at BGSU, and looks forward to many more years of collaboration and conversation.
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SPRING AWARDS - DEADLINES APPROACHING |
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The Charles E. Shanklin Award for Research Excellence was established by the Graduate Student Senate as a meritorious award to recognize excellence in original research by graduate students at Bowling Green State University. Mr. Charles E. Shanklin, a Bowling Green State University alumnus, generously contributed funds to Graduate Student Senate to further graduate research; thus, a special account for the Shanklin Award was established.
Apply through GSS Canvas shell; contact Christopher Chandler at gss@bgsu.edu with questions.
Each year, the Graduate Student Senate honors outstanding graduate students, faculty, and staff. Please consider nominating a classmate, colleague, advisor, or instructor for these awards.
Apply through GSS Canvas shell; contact Christopher Chandler at gss@bgsu.edu with questions.
In early 1998, after 13 years as Vice Provost for Research and Dean of the Graduate College, Dr. Louis Katzner decided to return to what attracted him to higher education in the first place – the study and teaching of philosophy. One of his top priorities during his tenure as the Graduate Dean was to increase the support available to graduate students for conducting research and for professional development. The Katzner Award can be used to supplement the cost of graduate student research and professional development activities for graduate students at Bowling Green State University. Each semester, three awards will be granted ($1000, $750, and $500).
The Outstanding International Teaching Associate (ITA) Award is sponsored by the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Program. Its purpose is to recognize one graduate International Teaching Associate or Assistant (ITA) at Bowling Green State University who has demonstrated excellence in instructional capacities.
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THREE MINUTE THESIS (3MT) WINNERS |
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One more round of applause for our Three Minute Thesis (3MT) winners! We had one of our largest audiences (perhaps THE largest) this year and we thank everyone who showed up to support these students!
If you missed the competition, watch for video of the winners' presentations to be uploaded here.
1st Place (center)
Margaret Carr, Leadership Studies “Leading the Heist to Restore American Childhood and Teacher Autonomy Through Finnish Principles of Joyful Leading, Teaching, and Learning”
2nd Place (left)
Theresa Lee, Sociology, “Mending Ties: A 3-Year Examination of Change in Mother-Adolescent Child Relationship Quality for Reformed Delinquents”
3rd Place (right)
Tamara Norris, Organization Development and Change, “Exploring the Lived Experiences of People Receiving Job Coaching Through Supported Employment”
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Correction - Best Graduate Poster/Art Presentation at Symposium on Diversity 2024
Ghada Itayem (#22 - Poster)
Correct title: “Fullbright Act: Embracing Diversity, Leveraging Differences, and Promotion of International Goodwill -- Analytical Perspective”
Mentor: Dr. Christopher Frey, School of Counseling, Higher Education, Leadership and Foundations
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SUMMER REGISTRATION IS OPEN |
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RESEARCH AND INNOVATION FORUM |
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Wednesday, February 28 | 4pm to 5pm
Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Room 228
Dr. Pavel Anzenbacher Jr., professor of chemistry, will share information about a photochemical method for testing the efficacy of drugs against solid tumors. Solid tumors require acidic environment to proliferate, and this acidity is maintained by a specific enzyme called carbonic anhydrase IX. Potential drugs to inhibit this enzyme in tumors could lead to cures for many cancers.
Following the presentation, stay for a Q&A and networking opportunities. Light refreshments will be served. Register Here
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The FALCON FOOD PANTRY is here to support BGSU students, faculty and staff with nutritious and accessible food.
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.
LOCATION: Central Hall 109
Monday: 12pm to 3pm
Wednesday 2:30pm-5:30pm
Thursday: 12pm to 3pm
NOTE: The pantry is closed whenever classes are not in session (e.g. Spring Break, Labor Day, Juneteenth etc...)
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The Academic Agenda 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.
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