Bowling Green State University is a public research university in Bowling Green, Ohio, founded in 1910. The Falcons compete in the Mid-American Conference at the Division I level. BGSU is recognized for its programs in education, business, communication, music, and the arts. The university is home to the Stone Laboratory at Gibraltar Island on Lake Erie and a vibrant residential campus. BGSU has a long tradition of teacher preparation and is known for its commitment to student success, experiential learning, and engagement with the broader Northwest Ohio community.