Join us for Fall Fast from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9 outside of the Center for Fine and Performing Arts building. There will be a food truck, glass blowing demonstrations from the Toledo Museum of Art, t-shirts, swag, games and more.
Join The BIG Read for a welcoming lunchtime conversation about this year’s book, “A Field Guide to Climate Anxiety” by Sarah Jaquette Ray from noon-1 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 10 in College Hall 158. Come by to explore the book’s ideas, share perspectives and discuss how we can move beyond fear and overwhelm towards resilience, hope and meaningful action. No expertise is required, just curiosity and a willingness to join the conversation.
Tie-dye your own shirts during the Dynamic Owens event outside of College and Administration halls. Refreshments will also be served.
Enjoy food, music, games and friends during the Picnic on the Patio in the College Hall atrium and courtyard.
The power is out. Resources are limited. Time is running short. Think you can escape?
Bring a team to The BIG Read Blackout Bunker Escape Room from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 23 in College Hall 170. Work together to solve puzzles, make difficult decisions and prepare for an uncertain future before time runs out.
Inspired by this year’s BIG Read theme, this interactive escape room challenges participants to think critically, communicate effectively and discover how resilience, collaboration and creativity can help us face complex challenges. Gather your team and see if you can escape before the blackout wins!
Come and meet some furry and scaly friends outside of College and Administration halls. Location in case of rain will change to the Student Health and Activities Center.
The Office of Student Life is hosting a week-long photo scavenger hunt. Follow the clues, track down the location and snap a picture to upload to the Student Life Instagram page. The more you participate, the more chances you have to win prizes.
Does climate anxiety motivate action — or create paralysis? Is individual action enough, or should the focus be on systemic change?
Join students, faculty and staff for a lively debate inspired by “A Field Guide to Climate Anxiety” from 10 a.m.-noon on Thursday, Oct. 8 in College Hall 100 or on this Zoom link. Participants will examine multiple perspectives, challenge assumptions and engage in thoughtful dialogue about some of today’s most important environmental and social questions based on the cases at this link. Come ready to think critically, listen respectfully, ask questions and perhaps even change your mind.
Enjoy the harvest season with plenty of fun and food outside of College and Administration halls. Drop by for pumpkin painting, games, apple cider and hot donuts from the Toledo Mini-Donut truck. In case of rain, the location will change to the Student Health and Activities Center.