Purple Knight Weekly
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Hope for Haiti Luncheon
Orientation Leader Applications
  
We are accepting applications for New Student Orientation Leaders. If you are a dynamic person that wants to help welcome new students to UB, this job is perfect for you. Students from all backgrounds and majors are encouraged to apply. To apply, please click here (http://orgsync.com/139900/forms/224984). Applications are due on November 14th. Please contact Craig Lennon at clennon@bridgeport.edu for more information.
Open Call Auditions
CALLING ALL ACTORS!
Auditions for UB’s first full scale theater production in 35 years, an evening of scenes and short plays, will be held:
Friday, November 4 from 9:30-11:30 AM
Monday, November 7, from 12:15-1:30 PM
ABC 113
ALL STUDENTS ARE WELCOME TO AUDITION!
For more information, call (203) 576-4407 or visit ABC 311 or 222. Students cast in this production will be expected to register for THA 215, a 3-credit course, this spring.
Scholarship and Grant Opportunities
The American Association of University Women is one of the world’s largest sources of funding for graduate women, AAUW is providing more than $3.7 million in funding for more than 230 fellowships and grants to outstanding women and nonprofit organizations in the 2016–17 academic year. Due to the longstanding, generous contributions of AAUW members, a broader community of women continues to gain access to educational and economic opportunities — breaking through barriers so that all women have a fair chance.
Fellowship and grant recipients perform research in a wide range of disciplines and work to improve their schools and communities. Their intellect, dedication, imagination, and effort promise to forge new paths in scholarship, improve the quality of life for all, and tackle the educational and social barriers facing women worldwide.
Visit their web site for more information: http://www.aauw.org/what-we-do/educational-funding-and-awards/
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Monday, October 31, 2016
12:00 – 5:00 p.m. UBCNM Class of 2020—Halloween Bake Sale. We will be selling baked goods and beverages to the UB community to raise money for our class. Wahlstrom Library, Lobby. Sponsored by UBCNM class of 2020.
12:15 – 1:30 p.m. Halloween Harvest Fest. Join us for henna tattoos, pumpkins and candy to raise money for our White Coat Ceremony. Marina Dining Hall, HUB. UBCNM Class of 2019.
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Red Cross Meeting. Interested in learning more about the Red Cross? Join the Red Cross Club in their weekly club meetings. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by The Red Cross Club.
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Spooky Treats Sale. W.E.A.C.T. members are selling Halloween theme candy and treats to raise funds for future events. Marina Dining Hall, HUB. Sponsored by W.E.A.C.T.
8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Haunted House. Join the Student Programming Board for a spooky good time! Bodine Hall, 7th Floor. Sponsored by the Student Programming Board.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2016
LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE ONLINE OR BY MAIL! Visit rockthevote.com to make sure you can cast your vote on November 8th.
12:00 – 1:30 p.m. Sweet Tooth. Come out and enjoy varieties of cookies and candy sold by CSA! Wahlstrom Library, Lobby. Sponsored by Caribbean Service Association.
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Breath Work with Natasha. Join the UB Wellness Club for a stress relieving yoga session. John J. Cox. Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by UB Wellness Club.
12:20 – 1:20 p.m. Keep it Klean. The ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha will be collecting feminine products to donate to the Bridgeport Rescue Mission. Marina Dining Hall, HUB. Sponsored byAlpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
2:30 – 8:00 p.m. Thrifty Tuesdays. UB Style Hunt Club will be hosting a thrift shop for students. They can purchase recycled clothing at an affordable price. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored byThe UB Style Hunt.
7:00 p.m. Women’s Volleyball vs. Southern Connecticut State University. Hubbell Gymnasium. #WEAREUB
6:00 – 10:00 p.m. Social Cinema. Join us for a discussion about the importance of your vote, followed by a screening of the film, Selma. ABC Building, Littlefield Recital Hall. Sponsored by Student Affairs and Bridges to Education.
7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. CSA Weekly Meetings. The Caribbean Student Association invites all students to come together and connect through various cultural backgrounds. It is an opportunity to build connections. John J. Cox. Student Center, Room 213/215. Sponsored by The Caribbean Service Association.
8:00 – 10:00 p.m. Divas Against Police Brutality. A discussion about the countless events happening in the community due to police brutality. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter lounge. Sponsored byLambda Pi Upsilon Latinas Ponderosas Unidas, Inc.
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Wednesday, November 2, 2016
12:00 – 2:30 p.m. Hope for Haiti Luncheon. A fund-raiser luncheon, open to everyone to raise money for the hurricane relief efforts in Haiti. There will be donated foods from Haitian and Caribbean restaurants from the Bridgeport area and raffle tickets handed out at the door for prizes such as gift certificates, movie tickets, UB clothing and more! All for a suggested entry fee of $7. John J. Cox Student Center Social Room. Sponsored by The Design Management students, Hope for Haiti, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Alpha Phi Alpha, Community Health Peer Educators, and The Food Recovery Network.
12:15 – 1:30 p.m. Women Crush Wednesday. A fun twist on selling empanadas, as the ladies of LPiU hand out complimentary crush soda with an empanada.Marina Dining Hall, HUB. Sponsored by Lambda Pi Upsilon Latinas Ponderosas Unidas, Inc.
12:20 – 1:20 p.m. Keep it Klean. The ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha will be collecting feminine products to donate to the Bridgeport Rescue Mission. Marina Dining Hall, HUB. Sponsored byAlpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
12:30 – 1:00 p.m. Meditation with Donna. Relax and refresh with the UB Wellness Clubin a meditation session, open to the student body. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by The UB Wellness Club.
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Yoga with Donna. Relax and refresh with the UB Wellness Clubin a meditation session, open to the student body. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by The UB Wellness Club.
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Don’t Forget Di Riddim. Active gathering where students get to meet the CSA members while learning cultural dances. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Caribbean Service Association.
8:00 – 9:00 p.m. Follow My Lead. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is hosting a mentor program designed for first year students, to build skills needed to succeed in college and beyond. John J. Cox Student Center Room, Great Room. Sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
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Thursday, November 3, 2016
11:30 a.m. Salute to Duke Ellington. BackCountry Jazz, in conjunction with the University of Bridgeport Music & Performing Arts program, is proud to present The Music of Duke Ellington featuring renowned jazz artists performing for the community. ABC, Mertens Theater. Sponsored by BackCountry Jazz and the Department of Music and Performing Arts.
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Meditation. Relax and refresh with a meditation led by Allison. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.
12:20 – 1:20 p.m. Keep it Klean. The ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha will be collecting feminine products to donate to the Bridgeport Rescue Mission. Marina Dining Hall, HUB. Sponsored byAlpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Leadership Workshop: Member Retention. Students will expand on their knowledge of how to retain club members during their time at UB. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by the Office of Campus Activities and Civic Engagement.
1:30 p.m. Salute to Duke Ellington. BackCountry Jazz, in conjunction with the University of Bridgeport Music & Performing Arts program, is proud to present The Music of Duke Ellington featuring renowned jazz artists performing for the community. ABC, Mertens Theater. Sponsored by BackCountry Jazz and the Department of Music and Performing Arts.
7:00 – 10:00 p.m. Cuffing Season: Speed Dating Edition. A social event in which students of the UB community get to meet and interact with each other in a relaxed setting for “Cuffing Season”. John J. Cox Student Center, Knights End.Sponsored by Caribbean Service Association.
7:11 p.m. A Slap in the Face. Come share in an open conversation about domestic/dating violence and learn how you can help end it.University Hall, Activity Room. Sponsored by the Residence Hall Association and the Office of Housing, Residential Life and Community Standards.
8:00 – 9:00 p.m. My Hair, My Rules. Discussion about different type of hair textures and styles, and being proud of your natural hair. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Lambda Pi Upsilon Latinas Ponderosas Unidas, Inc. and Chi Upsilon Sigma Latin Sorority, Inc.
8:30 p.m. Black Student Alliance Meeting. Join BSA for their weekly meeting and discussion of current events affecting the Black Community. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by the Black Student Alliance.
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Friday, November 4, 2016
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ZUMBA! Come get your groove on and work up a good sweat! ABC Building, Room 113. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Da Basement. Join SLAM for their annual showcase of student performers – see poets, musicians, singers and more! John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by S.L.A.M.
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Saturday, November 5, 2016
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Yoga with Vinyasa/Yin. Relax and refresh with the UB Wellness Clubin a meditation session, open to the student body. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by The UB Wellness Club.
12:00 p.m. Women’s Volleyball vs. Daemen College. Hubbell Gymnasium. #WEAREUB
3:00 p.m. Super Saturday: Veterans’ Day Celebration. Join us to celebrate and recognize our Veterans! University Hall Activity Room. Sponsored by the Residence Hall Association and the Office of Housing, Residential Life and Community Standards.
Card Making. Make sure to stop by the lounge in your residence hall in the evening to make a card for one of our Service Members. All Residence Halls. Sponsored by the Residence Hall Association and the Office of Housing, Residential Life and Community Standards.
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Sunday, November 6, 2016
3:00 p.m. The Cook Off. Think you know how to cook? Time to show your stuff! University Hall Activity Room. Sponsored by the Residence Hall Association and the Office of Housing, Residential Life and Community Standards.
7:00 – 9:30 p.m. Hindu Prayer. Indian Student Association will be hosting a gathering of prayer and food will be served. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by Indian Student Association.
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