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Student Events and Activities

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Annual Events

Every year, the BGSU and other student committees support the organization of departmental and student events including:

BGSU Townhall Meetings - to discuss student ideas and concerns

The Student Seminar SeriesBGSU brings the essential coffee and donuts!

Research Day and Retreat - this Departmental event showcases the innovative science being done across the different research foci of the Department. It also offers the opportunity to get to know one another in an informal and enjoyable setting. There are plenty of talks and posters, but also time to meet and chat with people in the department!

The Department Holiday Party -  run by the BGSU, this event brings faculty, postdocs, and students together to enjoy the jovial December mood and mingle around a few drinks and entertainments.

George Connell Lecture SeriesThis Departmental Series invites distinguished scientists to deliver public lectures on campus. The series is hosted by the graduate students with the mentorship of Professor Haley Wyatt. All speakers chosen and invited by graduate students.

Benjamin Schachter Memorial Alumni Lecturesprevious graduates from the Department are invited by the students to talk about their paths to their current occupations. The event is organized by students with guidance from the Graduate Professional Development Lead, Dr. Nana Lee. 

The BGSU Annual Survey - The survey gives students the opportunity to give feedback on their graduate experience.

Other Events and Activities 

These vary from year to year according to student interest, but frequently include:

Meet and Greets - guest speakers share their experience on how research is conducted in different settings
Wine and Cheese Evenings, Pub Nights
Sport Events - e.g. Golf Day and Intramural Baseball
Wellness Events
Recruitment and Orientation Events
Games, Karaoke, Pumpkin Carving, Craft Nights

Got an Idea? Want to Help out with an Event? Contact us at yourbgsu@gmail.com