Bowling Green State University, also known as BGSU, is a state-owned institution headquartered in the US. Founded in 1910, the university operates with approximately 5730 employees. Functioning as a public research university, it is located in Bowling Green, Ohio, and features a 1,338-acre main academic and residential campus. Initially chartered as a normal school specializing in teacher training and education, BGSU has evolved into a comprehensive public research university, forming part of the University System of Ohio. It is currently classified as R2: Doctoral Universities with high research activity.