College of Arts & Sciences at BGSU

20/12/2024

At 19 years old, Hadarah Grant is the youngest bachelor’s degree recipient to cross the stage at BGSU Fall 2024 Commencement. She earned degrees in biology & environmental science in just two & a half years and plans to pursue master’s & doctoral degrees. bit.ly/4fuTaMA

Alumnus Hadarah Grant plans to pursue advanced degrees in biology and ecology.

19/12/2024

BGSU forensic science majors have unique access to experts in the field through an innovative decade-long partnership between the University and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation. BGSU is the only university in Ohio, and one of a select few in the country, with a professional criminal investigation lab on campus. bit.ly/4iouGYl

BGSU students benefit from faculty members’ extensive experience in forensics through the collaborative degree program.

19/12/2024

Enjoy this remake of a holiday classic with a BGSU twist!

18/12/2024

In 1990, 8.7 percent of all divorces happened among adults 50 & older, but by 2019, that number had grown to 36 percent. BGSU Sociology professor Susan Brown helps to explain why “gray divorce” is on the rise in this Women’s Health Magazine article. bit.ly/4gDHhVz

Here's what to do if you’re experiencing one.

18/12/2024

Congratulations to BGSU Chemistry assistant professor Dr. Julie Peterson whose first independent publication was accepted in the Journal of the American Chemical Society. In addition, her paper was covered by Chemistry Views as a significant advance.

17/12/2024

BGSU political science professor Rob Alexander examines Trump’s seeming preference to replace the Electoral College with a national popular vote in Newsweek. “Doing so would be a herculean effort that has been over 200 years in the making,” Alexander says. bit.ly/4gE4Cqf

This is not the first time Donald Trump has suggested his preference for a popular vote over the Electoral College system.

16/12/2024

Are you looking for summer academic camps for your middle or high school student? BGSU offers camps in art, cybersecurity, media & podcasting, forensic science, marine biology, and more! For more information, visit bgsu.edu/pre-college-programs/summer-academic-and-youth-programs.

16/12/2024

Dr. Cindy Collin Stong ’05, whose entrepreneurial spirit & innovative work helped make BGSU a national leader in marine biology education, passed away in Ann Arbor, MI, at age 86. “Her contributions have shaped countless students, researchers and colleagues, leaving an enduring legacy that will forever inspire us,” said biological sciences teaching professor Dr. Matthew Partin. bit.ly/4fd0k8h

Stong, who began the innovative Marine Lab with just a few tanks, positioned BGSU as a national leader in marine biology education.

15/12/2024

Get into the holiday spirit with two BGSU Planetarium shows! Come to The Alien Who Stole Christmas at 4:30PM and the Secret of the Star at 7:30PM today, December 15.

14/12/2024

A huge shout-out to our fabulous ArtsX: Rhythm & Resonance guest artists – jazz combo, Tumbao Bravo; flamenco dancer, Caña Flamenca; and kora musician, Mady Kouyate. Thank you for sharing your talents with us!

14/12/2024

Congratulations to our Fall 2024 Graduates! It’s time to soar!

13/12/2024

Congratulations to our doctoral and master’s degree candidates graduating this evening at 7PM in the Stroh Center. We wish you the best in your future endeavors!

13/12/2024

Katherina Braschel, Vienna-based author & the Spring 2024 Max Kade Writer in Residence at BGSU, and Dr. Christina Guenther, professor of German, discuss creative writing & cross-cultural communication in a recent episode of the BG Ideas podcast. Listen on any podcasting platform.

13/12/2024

There are only a few more days to view the impressive artwork in our Faculty & Staff Exhibition in the Dorothy Uber Bryan Gallery, BGSU Fine Arts Center. Gallery hours are 11AM-4PM Wednesday-Saturday.

12/12/2024

We mourn the loss of our colleague and friend, Dr. Marc Simon. Marc was a dedicated teacher and mentor to thousands of students over his 34 years at BGSU, as well as a thoughtful and kind colleague. He will be greatly missed. dunnfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Marc-V-Simon?obId=33991107 #/obituaryInfo

12/12/2024

In this op-ed piece for Real Clear Politics, BGSU political science professor, Rob Alexander, discusses binding Electoral College members to remain faithful to their state’s popular vote. bit.ly/4iAN684

Graphic Credit: Jose Serrano Brenes

11/12/2024

Celebrating the academic accomplishments of the Class of 2024, BGSU will hold Fall Commencement exercises on Fri, Dec 13, & Sat, Dec 14, at the Stroh Center. The fall graduating class comprises more than 850 degree candidates. For details, visit bgsu.edu/commencement.