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The BGSU Student Centennial Kickoff Concert on Jan. 10 featured Gavin DeGraw with special guests Michelle
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2 A father’s odyssey |
than 1,000 people enjoyed the concert
4 Sky-high views |
in Anderson Arena. Additional
8 Strokes of Friendship |
listed at www.bgsu.edu/centennial.
Editor: Amy Prigge Creative Director: Jeff Artz ’92 Assistant Editor: Julie Carle ’78
Contributors: Joe Bellfy Bonnie Blankinship Scott Borgelt ’85 Fred Connor Dave Kielmeyer ’88 Elaine Michalak Pat Pencheff Kathleen Rarey ’76
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75 marathons, 75 consecutive days
Larger than life study of light and form Competition unites Swan Club friends
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Life Lessons |
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BGSU ‘Renaissance’ prepares campus for future
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Lacrosse team reunites with record turnout |
A call for essays
Deep pride, irrepressible spirit
D e p a r t m e n t s
15 Falcon Frenzy |
Photographers: Craig Bell Brad Phalin ’88
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Branch and Red Wanting Blue. More
Centennial events and activities are
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18 Leadership |
Leading the University into the next century of service
20 The BGScoop | 26 Bravo BG |
Athletic updates
Campus news and notes
News from the fine and performing arts
27 Building Dreams | 28 Alumni Links |
Making a difference: University Advancement news
Alumni news and accomplishments
Production Assistant: Amy West Chief Communications Officer: Kimberly McBroom University Advancement Interim Vice President: Marcia Latta ’83, ’93
Alumni Director: Montique Cotton Kelly ’94, ’04
Printed on recycled paper
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