Coronavirus Updates
After uncertainty surrounding the possibility of having fall sports, BGSU made the decision to postpone them throughout the Mid-American Conference in 2020. Coaches and players are now grappling with what their fall semesters are going to look like. Read more
Going into college can feel intimidating: you’re living in a new place away from home, making new friends, taking challenging classes, having more freedom and responsibility. Read more
The return of BGSU students, whether living on or off-campus, has the city’s plan to transition into the school year in focus. Read more
The decision to live on campus amid the pandemic presents a challenge for many incoming and returning students. BGSU’s Chief Health Officer Ben Batey recommends that all on-campus students familiarize themselves with the quarantine and isolation process before returning to campus. Read more
As BGSU prepares for the return of students, faculty and staff this fall, many questions remain unanswered, but the university is working alongside newly-hired Chief Health Officer Ben Batey to implement safety measures across campus. Read more
In preparation for fall semester, the Student Recreation Center is developing new protocols to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Read more
As part of BGSU’s multifaceted return to campus plan, on-campus dining will see multiple changes for the fall semester to emphasize health and safety for students and employees. Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many colleges to reevaluate opening for the fall. BGSU is undergoing extreme protocol changes for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year, while following guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease and Control and Prevention, as well as the Ohio Department of Health. Read more
BGSU’s 2020 Reopening Plan features the latest adjustments to on-campus living, as the university prepares to safely reopen its residence halls this August. Read more
On Monday, BGSU held a virtual town hall to address the latest COVID-19 related topics and last-minute questions in preparation for students returning to campus Thursday. Read more
In the latest edition of The Swoop Podcast, Chase Bachman and Shayne Nissen talk about the MAC postponing fall sports to the spring, Power 5 conferences postponing football, and area high schools going forward as planned. Read more
BGSU hosted a live-stream video on YouTube for a special Board of Trustees meeting Friday, where the board unanimously voted to name the College of Business. Read more
The growing surge of COVID-19 cases across the country has brought on new challenges, including the return of collegiate sports. The Mid-American Conference has responded by delaying the start of fall Olympic sports until Sept. 3. Read more
On July 14, Bowling Green City Council held a special meeting to discuss ordinance 8861, which requires face coverings in certain public places in order to limit the spread of COVID-19 and to declare a public emergency. Read more
BGSU football will not be playing against Ohio State or Illinois this fall. The Big Ten conference announced on Thursday their decision to limit fall sports, including football, hockey, volleyball and men’s and women’s soccer, to conference play only at this time due to widespread concern ov… Read more
COVID-19 caused many countries and states to go into lockdown. As quarantine has affected several businesses, it also put the Maurer Center construction slightly behind schedule. But it hasn’t negatively affected the Starbucks renovation or ‘Pub 1910’ in the Bowen Thompson Student Union. Read more
During the virtual town hall on Tuesday, BGSU President Rodney Rogers discussed further plans to repopulate campus safely. These new details provided updated information on course delivery, health protocols, residence and campus life and finances. Read more
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person classes for fall semester will officially begin on Aug. 26 and end on Nov. 25. After Thanksgiving break students will resume their classes remotely from Nov. 30 to Dec 4. Finals week will continue in an online format from Dec. 7 to 11, BGSU Pre… Read more
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced a number of potential law enforcement reforms in response to the protests happening across the state and nation. In a press conference held on Wednesday, DeWine asked lawmakers to pass the following proposals: Read more
A new, unexpected problem has now surfaced due to the coronavirus. Certain healthcare workers are being put into more danger from patients put into Hospice care. Read more
According to a press release from the Wood County Courts, Wood County common pleas and municipal judges have consulted with the WCHD on procedures for jury trials that maintain social distancing and other steps to ensure these procedures align with public health guidance. Recommendations wer… Read more
The pandemic has shifted society tremendously over the course of three month, like the stay-at-home orders, business closures and countless other factors that have greatly impacted people. The cancellation of schools and college campuses was also a major change. Read more
The coronavirus shut down sucks. Like, really sucks. It sucks so much that not even movies were spared from COVID-19, which shut down theaters everywhere and delayed movies seemingly indefinitely. Not all hope is lost, however. A few movies have a new release date in sight. Here are five mov… Read more
Gaps in the system: Students petition for more refund options, BGSU open to individual conversations
An active social work major who started a petition. Read more
As the state begins rolling back COVID-19 restrictions, Ohioans are keeping their eyes on the curve they’ve been working to flatten since March. Read more
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With COVID-19 affecting millions of people every day, people are doing their best to reach out and help one another. Since Lady Gaga announced her star-studded televised “Together at Home” benefit show, with proceeds going to funding protective equipment for medical workers through the World… Read more
Not everyone stopped working when COVID-19 — and the subsequent stay-at-home order — began. Essential workers have been clocking in at grocery stores, hospitals and other important businesses around the state. Read more
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to sweep the country, the financial impact some students are facing has become dire. Read more
On March 13, President Rogers announced the remainder of the classes for the 2020 spring semester will be held online. While this is not the last semester many seniors had in mind, students are adjusting and seeing the good in this situation. Read more
When talking about streaming services, people often struggle with choosing which service they should subscribe to. There are many streaming services with — varying degrees of popularity — that offer various different subscription plans and different titles to watch. Read more
Torin Dunn is a man of many influences. A 22-year-old musician from Cleveland, Dunn writes everything from rock to jazz to electronic music. Read more
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Dance Marathon has a new name and a new plan. What was formerly known as Dance Marathon is now Falcon Miracles. Read more
Celebrating their 25th year, the 24-hour dance marathon Falcon Miracles takes on a new name and form during these unprecedented times. Like many other events on campus, due to the novel coronavirus, the face-to-face event was cancelled. However, that did not stop this group of volunteers fro… Read more
In the jumbled environment of enclosed communication due to the coronavirus, organized sports have taken a back seat. Unable to perform the usual daily habits in the locker room or practice, BGSU hockey is aiming to grow together while remaining isolated. Read more
While quarantine rolls on and students are off-campus, the student-athletes are also removed from their facilities. Head coach Eric Nichols and the BGSU men's soccer team is doing everything they can to stay engaged while apart from one another. Read more
BGSU football continues to operate as closely as possible to normal while they, like everyone else in the country, shelter in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It hasn’t been easy for them, but they are managing through the use of technology and trust in one another. Read more
For those fighting to combat human trafficking, work doesn’t stop during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
On March 12, the NCAA announced all winter and spring sport championships were canceled due to concerns over the coronavirus. This decision led to the cancellation of the NCAA Diving Zones, which featured two student-athletes from BGSU. Read more
College students across the country are coming together during their time in quarantine to support the vision of Honor And Thank. Read more
In times of crisis, people from all kinds of walks of life come together to help out those who are less fortunate than they are. Read more
According to businessinsider.com, the peak of the coronavirus pandemic in Ohio is finally behind us. However, the question remains, when will quarantine end? Gov. Mike DeWine has scheduled a reopening of the state on May 1, but it will still take a considerable amount of time for people to r… Read more
BGSU has reached mid-semester and things have not gone exactly as planned. The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has turned life upside down for people around the world and BGSU students are no different. Read more
