Older adults are the fastest growing segment of the population.
The rapid increase in the number of older Americans has altered the economic, social, and political roles occupied by older adults continuing to bring about changes in our society as a whole. With these trends in mind, BGSU instituted one of the first bachelor's degrees in gerontology in the country. Since awarding our first degree in 1976, BGSU has been preparing graduates for positions in agencies and institutions that administer and deliver services for older adults including senior centers, social service and health care agencies, and nursing homes. Regardless of which track students choose the gerontology program boasts small class sizes, personalized attention from professors, and opportunities for community involvement. Students get a good overview of the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging in Introduction to Gerontology.