Graduation

• Online graduation application for Spring 2025 is OPEN in your MyBGSU - deadline to apply online is Friday, February 7.

• If you are planning to complete degree or certificate requirements during the Spring 2025 semester, you should apply for graduation.

• If you are completing two programs (e.g., Certificate + Master's), apply twice - one for each program.

• Important dates and deadlines for degree candidates.

• Remember, you can always check your degree progress by running a degree audit.

Small Grant Panel

The Graduate College, in partnership with the Center for Faculty Excellence, is developing a new workshop for the upcoming spring semester (date TBD) to educate graduate students on their options for small grant requests to support research endeavors. We are seeking a panel moderator and panelists for this event. Specifically, we are looking for faculty or students who have successfully obtained small grants and can share their experiences in navigating the grant application process. Please contact Kim Fleshman by January 31, 2025, to indicate your interest in being a moderator or panelist.

Enter Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition

Want to share your research? The Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition will be held Feb. 20. and is a great place to hone your presentation and research communication skills while sharing your knowledge in three minutes using a single static PowerPoint slide. You will want to use language that someone who is not in your field, will still understand.

The deadline to register is Friday, Feb. 7 (entries received after that date will be considered if space is available). Competitors need to submit their presentation slide by Feb. 14 by 5pm.

Prizes:

1st Place: $500*

2nd Place: $300

3rd Place: $200

*The first-place winner will also be entered into the Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools (MAGS) 3MT competition, which will be held on April 4, 2025, in Indianapolis, IN.

We look forward to hearing about your research!

Apply to be a Graduate Student Ambassador

Ambassadors will assist with outreach to incoming students over the summer and serve as a resource for these students. Additionally, they may assist with other recruitment and outreach activities during the academic year. This position runs from Summer 2025 - Spring 2026.

Little time commitment; big impact! Work 1-2 hours a week on average over the summer.

Please contact Jennifer Sayre with questions!

Application deadline is Friday, Jan. 31

GSS Regalia Award

It is a significant commitment of resources for graduate students at Bowling Green State University (BGSU) to attend their commencement ceremony. To encourage more graduate students to walk in a BGSU commencement ceremony (May, August, or December), the Graduate Student Senate (GSS) created the GSS Regalia Award to support graduate students who may need help covering the cost of regalia.

To be eligible for the award, the applicant must (1) be currently enrolled in a recognized BGSU graduate degree program and (2) have a graduation application on file with the Graduate College. Graduation application deadline for Spring 2025 is Friday, February 7, 2025.

Application process can be found HERE.

Deadline to apply is Feb. 7

Graduate Student ITS Survey

The GSS will be hosting a survey to ask graduate students about their classroom technology experiences. This will help GSS and ITS better understand how graduate students are interacting with and experiencing technology on campus, especially as teachers.

The ITS Survey opens Monday, Jan. 27 and closes Friday, Feb. 14

15th Annual Shanklin Colloquium & GSS Awards

Applications Open for Shanklin Colloquium and Graduate Student Senate Awards!

Mark your calendars for the 15th Annual Charles E. Shanklin Colloquium and Graduate Student Senate Awards on March 31, 2025! 

Showcase your research, win up to $1250 in cash prizes, and gain recognition for your hard work.

✨ Opportunities include:



Shanklin Research Awards

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.

• Full papers - Awards for (3) 1st places ($1250) and (3) runners-up ($750)
• Abstracts - Awards for 1st ($300), 2nd ($150), 3rd place ($75)
• Posters - Awards for 1st ($300), 2nd ($150), 3rd place ($75)
• Creative Expression - Awards for 1st place ($250) and runner-up ($75)

Graduate Student Senate Awards

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. Individuals may be nominated for more than one award (if eligible), with several awards being self-nominated! 

• Jill Carr Outstanding Graduate Student - $1000 award to winner
• Outstanding RA1 and RA2 - $500 award to winners
• Outstanding International Graduate Student - $1000 award to winner
• Outstanding Contributor to Graduate Education Award (OCGE) - $250 award to winner
• Dr. Margaret Zoller Booth Graduate Senator of the Year Award - $100 award to winner

Submission Deadline: Monday, Feb. 24

Where to Apply: GSS Canvas Shell

Need access or have questions? Email gss@bgsu.edu

GSS Canvas

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

Symposium on Diversity

Despite morning class cancelations on Jan. 22, the 10th Annual Symposium on Diversity proceeded, featuring keynote speaker Haley Anissa Alvarez, a Ph.D. student in Theatre, with her talk, "It Takes the Whole Pueblo".

"Because of my lack of access to resources, getting to where I am today took ingenuity and an incredible amount of faith...Now that I have entered these academic spaces, I often tackle issues of assimilation, microaggressions, and suppression. The tools that I have learned while navigating through these experiences have shaped the person I am in and out of the classroom."

Here are the tools that Haley shared in her address:

• Have faith as small as a mustard seed.
• Turn anger/frustrations into inner motivation.
• The art of not being silent and valuing the importance of allyship.
• Turn the other cheek in the face of oppression.

Below are a few of the graduate students with their poster presentations:

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

Gendered Regimes of AI Visualization Symposium

This symposium is supported by the BGSU Shanklin AI Innovation Award, as part of the project, A Practice-Led Feminist Pedagogy: Working with Students to Help Them Make Meaning and Find Their Voice through Generative AI. 

The Shanklin AI Innovation Award recognizes innovative uses of AI in teaching and learning at BGSU. This project was competitively selected last spring, distinguished as the only one employing a critical framework to explore AI’s role in education. 

We look forward to your participation in this event!

Monday, Feb. 24 | 8:30 a.m.

Via Zoom

Register by Feb. 17*

How Can We Best Serve Multi-System Youth

Event Highlights:

• Research presentation
• Panel discussion on a case scenario
• Q&A with presenters

Main Speaker: Sylvia Bright, BGSU MSW student

Tuesday, Feb. 25 | 2:30-4 p.m.

1928 E. Gypsy Lane Rd., Multipurpose Room

Limited spots available. Please RSVP using the QR code or send your first and last name and intent to attend to Sylvia Bright.

Research Symposium & Networking Event

Hosted by the Center of Excellence in Health and Wellness Across the Lifespan, is an opportunity for BGSU faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate students to share their research.

Thursday, March 20 | 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Bowen Thompson Student Union (BTSU)

Register Here*

Social Justice Through Sport and Exercise Psychology Symposium

Call for abstracts for the upcoming symposium to be held on campus March 27-29. The symposium is a platform for bringing together researchers and practitioners to discuss contemporary issues in sport. We broadly address topics of social justice and sport relevant across many of our disciplines.

Submission guidelines can be found HERE.

Abstracts will be accepted through Feb. 3.

From Classroom to Career: Crafting a Compelling Resume

In today's competitive market, a strong resume is crucial for standing out, especially for graduate students transitioning into non-academic careers. This presentation provided by the Kuhlin Career Hub will guide you through the essentials of developing an impactful resume that highlights your unique skills and experiences for non-academic career paths. Please be sure to have a copy of your resume with you to review and edit during the session.

Monday, Feb. 3 | 10-11 a.m.

via Zoom

Register in advance*

NCFDD Reclaiming Our Time: AI and Academic Productivity

This live Zoom session, best suited for individuals with little or no familiarity with artificial intelligence (AI), offers strategies for reclaiming your time by harnessing the power of AI. In this session, you will explore practical uses for leveraging AI to optimize your research and teaching.

Monday, Feb. 3 | 2-3 p.m.

via Zoom

Register in advance*

Safe Zone for Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Assistants

In the in-person session facilitated by staff from the Division of Inclusion & Belonging, you'll deepen your knowledge of LGBTQ+ definitions, socialization, and gender concepts, while exploring relevant US policies and allyship techniques. You'll also create an action plan to actively contribute to a more supportive campus climate for LGBTQ+ students, faculty, and staff.

Tuesday, Feb. 4 | 1-4 p.m.

Jerome Library, Pallister Conference Room

Register in advance*

AI Made Easy: Prompt Practice for Instructors 

Unlock the potential of generative AI in your teaching practice. This virtual workshop will guide you through using AI for course preparation, crafting AI-resistant assessments, and developing effective prompts.

Wednesday, Feb. 5 | 2-3 p.m.

via Zoom

Register in advance*

Elevate Your CV: Unlocking Opportunities in Higher Education 

Learn how to craft a compelling CV that highlights your unique qualifications, research achievements, and teaching experiences. This workshop hosted by the Kuhlin Career Hub will provide you with the necessary tools and insights to showcase your professional and academic journey effectively.

Thursday, Feb. 6 | 2-3 p.m.

via Zoom

Register in advance*

Mental Well-Being Skills: Burnout Prevention and Recovery

Free, virtual, 30-minute sessions, open to all faculty, staff and students. Learn how to prevent and respond to burnout using mindful self-compassion. This program is based on the book “Mindful Self-Compassion for Burnout” and all participants will receive a free copy of the book!

Friday, Feb. 14, 21 and March 21, 28 | 9:30 - 10 a.m.

via Zoom

Register here*

PNC Bank Student Webinar

Banking Basics for College Students: Here’s where to start on your way to building lifelong money skills. Learn how to create a budget, understand how your credit score affects finances and learn best practices to protect yourself from identity theft.

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 fall schedule of webinars and registration at 2025 Full Webinar Calendar

Free Primary Health Screenings

This is an opportunity to access medical and social services which may be available to students on a limited budget.

This may include dental, mental health and behavioral therapy, and STI/D screenings (HIV, etc.) at a no cost or a lower cost. Click on flyer for more details.

Contact O'Leo Loki with questions.

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.