BETA IOTA CHAPTER OF ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY INC.

#UBREDFLAG

The Beta Iota Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. launched the Red Flag Campaign and took a stand against hate crimes, domestic violence, sexual assualt, and unhealthy relationships. They want to BREAK THE SILENCE and confront these issues that are continuously perpetuated in today's society.  We encourage all faculty, administration and staff to promote the #UBREDFLAG hastag and stand for the cause!

Integral Structure Exhibition Opening Reception

 Thursday, October 15, 2015 from 5:00–7:30pm

Schelfhaudt Gallery in the Arnold Bernhard Center

84 Iranistan Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604

Color Run

October 17th, 2015

The YMCA is proud to be the official local charity for the Color Run on Saturday October 17, 2015. The Color Run is a 5k, untimed race that will take place at the Webster Bank Arena. This event promotes health and happiness, in which participants are doused from head to toe in different colors at each kilometer. There are only two rules which are easy to follow, 1. Wear white at the starting line 2. Have fun. There will be music, dancing, stretching, and giveaways. Volunteering is free!

This is a great opportunity for those seeking volunteers hours, and are interested in having a good day with community members of Bridgeport. Link to volunteer:   http://www.eventbrite.com/e/volunteer-bridgeport-registration-17941799405?aff=BridgeportYMCA 

If you would like to run in the race, The Color Run offers UB students a "VIP" discount of $29.50/ticket.  All you need to do is select "Team Runner" and then at check out, they will need to enter the promo code: PURPLEKNIGHTS to receive the $10 discount.

 UB Health Fair

November 4th, 2015

The UB Health Fair will be on November 4,  Wednesday from 10-3 in Wheeler Recreation. This health fair is open to the public. Last year we had over 50 vendors and 400 participants. There will be free massage, giveaways, screenings, healthy raffle prizes and much more. 

New Grocery Store Shuttle

The UB shuttle bus will now be running a second grocery run in addition to the Saturday afternoon shuttle run.  The schedule is listed below.

Interfaith Immersion & Service Weekend 

Flu Vaccine Clinics

 Student Health Services, Room 119 Health Sciences Building

• Tuesday, October 13^th 12:00-2:00p.m.
• Wednesday, October 14^th 12:00-2:00p.m.
• Tuesday, October 20^th 12:00-2:00p.m.
• Thursday, October 22th 12:00-2:00p.m.

 Health Fair Wheeler Recreation

• Wednesday, November 4^th  10:00a.m.-2:00p.m

 Cost: $20

If you are on UB Student Health Insurance– FREE (Your insurance will be billed)  For more information email healthservices@bridgeport.edu

Microsoft Office

Did you know that students are eligible to download Microsoft Office for FREE?  That’s right, students are eligible for a FREE online version of Word, PowerPoint, Excel and OneNote with your UB email address.  For more info, please click here,

Upcoming Events

Monday, October 12^th, 2015

1:00p.m. – 2:00p.m. Campus Life Focus Group. Here is your opportunity to give the Office of Residence Life feedback on changes and concerns you may have about meal plans, programs, and changes you may want to see in the Halls. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Residence Life.

6:00p.m. Women's Soccer vs. Georgian Court Knights' Field #WeAreUB

8:30p.m – 10:00p.m LPiU-What’s Your Shade. A discussion to further develop the knowledge of various races and ethnicities represented at UB. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Lambda Pi Upsilon Sorority, Inc.

Tuesday, October 13^th, 2015

11:00a.m – 3:00p.m. Red Cross Measles & Rubella Initiative. Learn about the global initiative and how YOU can save a child. Grab a "measles" pin and a delicious cupcake for $1. Wahlstrom Library Lobby. Sponsored by the Red Cross.

12:00 – 2:00p.m. Flu Vaccine. Health Sciences Building, Room 119. Sponsored by the Health Services Department.

12:000 – 1:00p.m. Yoga. Come join us for a session of light exercise and yoga. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club

7:00p.m. Women's Volleyball vs. Dowling Knights' Field #WeAreUB

7:00 – 8:00p.m. Build-On Meeting. Come join us for our weekly meeting. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 213/215

7:22 – 9:00p.m. Fight for Boobies. Spreading awareness of Breast Cancer and showing women how to self-evaluate themselves. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc.   

7:45 – 9:00p.m. CSA Meeting. Come join us for our weekly meeting. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room.

Wednesday, October 14^th, 2015

10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. Bake Sale. We will be selling baked goods for $1 or $2 to raise money for make a wish. Wahlstrom Library Lobby. Sponsored by SAAC

12:00 – 2:00p.m. Flu Vaccine. Health Sciences Building, Room 119. Sponsored by the Health Services Department.

12:00 – 1:00p.m. Catholic Mass. Basic Catholic Mass- Read the Bible, Eucharist, communion. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by the Campus Ministries.

1:00 – 2:00p.m. Campus Life Focus Group. Here is your opportunity to give the office of ResLife feedback on changes and concerns you may have about meal plans, programs, and changes you may want to see in the Halls. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by ResLife

6:00 –  8:00p.m. Take Back the Night. Empowering students to break the silence around dating violence & sexual assault. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Student Health Services, ResLife, Greek Council, Campus Activities and Civic Engagement and the Dean of Students Office.

8:00 - 9:00p.m. Zumba with Hector. Join SPB for free Zumba! ABC Room 113.

8:00  ASA Meetings. African Student Association will be having their weekly meeting. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 213/215.

8:30p.m. WEACT Weekly Meeting. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 207/209

8:40p.m. - 9:55p.m. "WARS & JOURNALISM". A War Correspondent from Ukraine, Volodymyr Runets, will talk about the Euromaidan Revolution, MH17 crash, and the ongoing conflict in Eastern Ukraine from his own experience. Pizza and refreshments will be served. Carlson 152.  Sponsored by the Global Affairs Society

9:00 – 11:00p.m. S.L.A.M Meeting. SLAM will be holding a meeting to talk about things they would like to do and also tap into their hidden talents. John J. Cox Student Center, Twisted Café.

Thursday, October 15^th, 2015

15 on the 15th  Thinking about purchasing a commuter meal plan? Buy your plan today and receive 15 flex points! Marina Dining Hall

11:30a.m. – 1:15p.m.& 5:00p.m. – 7:15p.m. LpiU – Lymphoma Fundraiser. Hermanas raise awareness about Lymphoma and sell pastries to fundraise. Wahlstrom Library Lobby. Sponsored by Lambda Pi Upsilon Sorority, Inc.

5:00 – 7:30p.m. Integral Structure. Please join us for a very special evening at the Schelfhaudt Gallery with Art, snacks and a performance of experimental music by Akinori Matsumoto.

7:00 – 8:30p.m. Academic Debate Club. Weekly meeting. John J. Cox Student Center, Room213/215. Sponsored by Academic Debate Club.

7:30 – 10:00p.m. Bible Study. We will study the bible in a fun and interactive way. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 207/209. Sponsored by UB Gospel Choir.

8:00 – 11:00p.m. SGRHO-Rho Alpha Room. A talent showcase and performance with Dean’s List tour. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

8:30 – 10:00p.m. BSA General Meeting. General Meeting will be held in order to discuss and plan events that the Black Student Alliance will be having throughout the semester. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room.

9:00p.m. Mu Sigma Upsilon Sorority Incorporated Ladies Night. If you are interested in becoming a Sophisticated Lady and want to know more about the organization, come to the Private Dining Room of the Student Center.

Friday, October 16^th, 2015

11:00a.m. – 12:00p.m. Yoga. Come join us for a session of light exercise and yoga. John J. Cox Student Center. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

7:00 – 10:00p.m. Bridges Bible Study. Bible Study Meeting. Mandeville Room 216. Sponsored by Bridges Bible Study.

7:00 p.m. Movie Night. To create awareness of childhoood hunger, the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. will be collecting cans and monetary donations to donate to a food bank.  $2 when you donate 3 canned goods or $5 without a canned good donation.  Tickets will allow you to see a movie of your choice at a local cinema.  Transportation is provided. Tickets will be sold in the SPB Office. Student Center 228.

Saturday, October 17^th, 2015

3:00p.m. Women's Soccer vs. NYIT Knights' Field #WeAreUB

6:00p.m. Men's Soccer vs. NYIT Knights' Field #WeAreUB

Sunday, October 18^th, 2015

1:00 p.m. NFL Watchparty Come watch the first NFL games of the season with friends and fellow students. Student Center Lobby

7:30p.m. – 11:00pm Hindu Prayer. A group of Indian Hindu students who want to pray and get together for religious purposes. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the Indian Student Association.