BGSU Firelands

09/01/2026

Learning doesn't always happen in a classroom.

This fall, ElderCollege is taking learning on the road.

Explore Ohio wine during a guided tasting at Mulberry Creek. Discover the stories behind works of art at the Allen Memorial Art Museum. Go behind the scenes at Humanetics to learn how crash-test dummies are designed and produced.

These field trips offer a chance to learn something new while experiencing places and organizations in our own region.

Registration is now open, and space is limited for some field trips.

See what's on the schedule: https://www.bgsu.edu/firelands/offices/elder-college/course-offerings

08/31/2026

New Falcons, have you RSVP’d for lunch with Dean Carter?

Dean’s Luncheon with New Students is coming up tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Foundation Hall, Room 107.

Come enjoy a meal, meet other new students and connect with Dean Allia Carter as you begin your BGSU Firelands experience.

Lunch is on us. Please RSVP in advance:bgsu.edu/firelands/student-life

08/30/2026

🍦🧡 A sweet part of our Week of Welcome! Students, faculty, and staff came together for our Ice Cream Social to connect, enjoy a treat, and kick off the semester. Welcome, Falcons! 🦅

08/30/2026

If history is your thing, ElderCollege has plenty to explore this fall.

Take a closer look at the forces that shaped the United States with America 250: Legacy, Mythology, History.

Then go further back with a three-part series examining the relationship between the British Crown and the American colonies, from the establishment of the colonies through taxation, regulation and eventually rebellion.

You can also explore the history of Plum Brook Ordnance Works and its role in the World War II effort.

Three courses. Three very different stories. Plenty to talk about.

Registration opens Sept. 1. Most ElderCollege classes are $12.

Explore the full fall schedule:

9/16/2026 1:00 pm FIELD TRIP/SELF DRIVE Address: Mulberry Creek, 3312 Bogart Rd., Huron,

08/29/2026

What are you curious about?

Maybe it's how geography shapes world events. Maybe it's the history behind the founding of the United States. Maybe you want to better understand artificial intelligence, explore the changing world of romance novels or learn how Americans ate during World War II.

ElderCollege at BGSU Firelands gives you a chance to follow your curiosity and learn something new, without the pressure of grades or exams.

Fall 2026 courses include:
• Geopolitics and Geography
• America 250: Legacy, Mythology, History
• The Human and Social Side of Artificial Intelligence
• Changing Landscape of Romance Novels
• Feeding the Fight
• 107 Days at Sea: The Journey That Changed Everything

Registration opens Sept. 1. Classes are $12 unless an additional fee is noted.

See the full schedule: bgsu.edu/firelands/offices/elder-college/course-offerings

08/28/2026

ElderCollege at BGSU Firelands is back this fall with opportunities to explore history, art, technology, current events, travel, music and more.

Choose from courses such as:
• America 250: Legacy, Mythology, History
• Geopolitics and Geography
• The Human and Social Side of Artificial Intelligence
• Beyond the Golden Age of Music Theatre
• Navigating Retirement: Key Financial Choices for a Secure Future
• Changing Landscape of Romance Novels

Classes are designed for adults who enjoy learning, asking questions and exploring new ideas. Some meet in person, while others offer an online option.

Registration opens Sept. 1. Most classes are just $12.

Explore the fall course offerings and find something that interests you: bgsu.edu/firelands/offices/elder-college/course-offerings

08/28/2026

Good food. Good conversation. A chance to meet your dean.

Dean Allia Carter is hosting a luncheon for new BGSU Firelands students on Tuesday, Sept. 1. Stop by for lunch, meet fellow Falcons and get to know more about the campus community.

Tuesday, Sept. 1
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Foundation Hall, Room 107

New students, we hope you’ll join us. RSVP here:

Calling all new BGSU Firelands Falcons! Join Dean Allia Carter for lunch and a warm welcome to campus. Connect with fellow students and Dr. Carter, enjoy a meal, and get to know the Firelands community as we kick off the semester together. Lunch is on us! To RSVP for this lunch, please use this link...

08/27/2026

Study spots, recreation and events — BGSU Firelands is full of ways to connect and recharge between classes.

08/27/2026

There’s a lot to discover at BGSU Firelands. Let’s get the inside scoop.

Join us TODAY from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Firelands Courtyard for The Inside Scoop: Ice Cream Social.

Enjoy an ice cream treat, meet fellow students, faculty and staff, and share your best tips for making the most of your Firelands experience.

Rain location: Falcon Square, North Building.

08/26/2026

One of the best ways to feel at home on campus is to get connected.

New BGSU Firelands students are invited to join Dean Allia Carter for lunch on Tuesday, Sept. 1. It’s a chance to meet other new students, get to know your dean and spend some time getting acquainted with the Firelands community.

Dean’s Luncheon with New Students
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Foundation Hall, Room 107

Lunch is on us, but please RSVP in advance:

Calling all new BGSU Firelands Falcons! Join Dean Allia Carter for lunch and a warm welcome to campus. Connect with fellow students and Dr. Carter, enjoy a meal, and get to know the Firelands community as we kick off the semester together. Lunch is on us! To RSVP for this lunch, please use this link...