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November 16-22, 2015

In this issue:
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Extended Library Hours
  • Upcoming Events

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Lunchtime 

 Purple Knight Habitat for Humanity Build Day

 

Purple Knight Habitat for Humanity Build Day. Great community service opportunity. No experience necessary. ALL are welcome, but space is VERY limited. For more information or to sign up, please contact Jennifer Turner at jenniftu@bridgeport.edu or stop by the Office of Campus Activities and Civic Engagement, room 231 in the Student Center. Sponsored by the Office of Campus Activities and Civic Engagement.


 Holiday Driving Escort Times

Due to the library’s extended hours, the driving escort hours will be changed from its normal operating hours of 6:00p.m.-2:00a.m. to 7:00p.m.-3:30a.m. during the dates listed below. 

Monday night through Thursday night, November 16th  – November 19th

Sunday night through Tuesday night November 22nd – November 24th

Monday night through Thursday night, November 30th – December 3rd

 

The driving escort program will operate on its normal hours on all other days.

 

Upcoming Events

Monday, November 16th, 2015

11:00a.m. – 1:00p.m. A Call to Action #UBREDFLAG. A bystander intervention strategy to address and prevent sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking on college campuses. The HUB. Sponsored by Community Health Peer Educators.

12:00 - 1:00p.m.  Free Yoga. Come join us for an hour of relaxing restorative session of yoga. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club

12:00 - 2:00 p.m.  Twisted Cafe is a student run cafe in the garden level of the Student Center.  We are passionate about healthy living and strive for a better UB Community. All options are under $5 Student Center Garden Level, Twisted Cafe

12:20 – 1:20p.m. Resume Building. Join us at our resume & cover letter workshop hosted by the Office of Career Development. Learn the dos and don’ts of job seeking. Bring a copy of both documents along with any questions or concerns you may have. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 213/215. Sponsored by Society of Minority Health Professionals.

5:00 – 7:00p.m. Hunger Banquet. An interactive exercise about food disparity and world hunger. Participant will receive a meal and contribute to a good cause. #Wherewillyousit? John J. Cox Student Center, PDR. Sponsored by Student Programming Board Community Service Committee.

7:00p.m. Where Do You Stand? Come learn about how you can take a stand against sexual violence as a man. Enter to win $50 in Dining Dollars. Barnum Hall Sponsored by the Center for Family Justice, the Office of the Dean of Students, & the Office of Residential Life and Student Conduct.

7:20 – 9:00p.m. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Informational. Come learn more information about this historic organization. John J. Cox Student Center Great Room.  Sponsored by Campus Activities and Civic Engagement and Greek Council.

9:00 – 10:00p.m. SPB-Board Meetings. The Student Programming Board will be holding their weekly meeting. All students are encouraged to come! John J. Cox Student Center Private Dining Room.

Tuesday, November 17th, 2015

10:00a.m – 5:00p.m. Thanksgiving Food Can Drive. Red Cross Club will be hosting a canned food drive to be donated to the CT Food Bank for families in need of Thanksgiving meals. Wahlstrom Library, Lobby. Sponsored by Red Cross Club.

12:00 – 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

12:20p.m. Where Do You Stand? Come learn about how you can take a stand against sexual violence as a man. Enter to win $50 in Dining Dollars. Student Center Sponsored by the Center for Family Justice, the Office of the Dean of Students, & the Office of Residential Life and Student Conduct.

12:30 – 1:30p.m. S’mores Bar. This event is to get students excited for winter by making s’mores. The HUB. Sponsored by W.E.A.C.T.

12:30 – 1:30p.m. Drug and Alcohol Table. Information about drugs and alcohol abuse of college students. Wahlstrom Library, Lobby. Sponsored by Biology Club.

3:00 – 4:00p.m. Diwali Coffee Hour. Come see the dazzling lights, learn about one of India’s biggest holiday celebrations, and celebrate this very special season! We will offer coffee and chai tea, special Diwali sweets, henna “tattoos,” and a chance to learn and create your own Rangoli (Diwali folk art).  John J. Cox Student Center Social Room. Sponsored by International Student Services.

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

7:00p.m. Where Do You Stand? Come learn about how you can take a stand against sexual violence as a man. Enter to win $50 in Dining Dollars. Bodine Hall Sponsored by the Center for Family Justice, the Office of the Dean of Students, & the Office of Residential Life and Student Conduct.

7:00 – 9:00p.m. Bingo Night. SPB is sponsoring Bingo Night. We will be having light refreshments and prizes for winners. Each card is $1 and all proceeds will be donated to the NO Shave November Cancer Foundation. Student Center Garden Level, Twisted Café. Sponsored by Student Programming Board.

7:00 – 11:00p.m DIY Phone Case. Come buy and decorate your very own cell phone case. John J. Cox Student Center Social Room. Sponsored by United We Step.

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

8:30 – 10:30p.m. Reality Check. Forum addressing issues such as maintaining a healthy social life and conflicts this generation faces from a media stand point. John J. Cox Student Center Great Room. Sponsored by Purple Knight Connect.

Wednesday, November 18th, 2015

10:00a.m – 5:00p.m. Thanksgiving Food Can Drive. Red Cross Club will be hosting a canned food drive to be donated to the CT Food Bank for families in need of Thanksgiving meals. Wahlstrom Library, Lobby. Sponsored by Red Cross Club.

11:00a.m. – 1:00p.m. Flavor your own Popcorn. Student will have the opportunity to enjoy popcorn with a flavor of their own choice. John J. Cox Student Center Lobby. Sponsored by Student Programming Board Wacky Wednesday.

12:00 - 2:00 p.m.  Twisted Cafe is a student run cafe in the garden level of the Student Center.  We are passionate about healthy living and strive for a better UB Community. All options are under $5 Student Center Garden Level, Twisted Café

12:20 – 1:20p.m. Foreign Language Lecture by Dr. Perrottet. A French-language lecture about Immanuel Kant’s views on “Perpetual Peace.” A simultaneous translation will be provided using the same technology used at the United Nations. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500D. Sponsored by the College of Public and International Affairs.

12:30 – 1:30p.m. Drug and Alcohol Table. Information about drugs and alcohol abuse of college students. Wahlstrom Library, Lobby. Sponsored by Biology Club.

4:30 – 5:30p.m. Free Yoga. Come relax and rejuvenate! John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

7:00 – 8:00p.m. Society of Minority Professionals Meeting. Come join us for our biweekly meeting. John J. Cox Student Center Room 207/209. Sponsored by Society of Minority Professionals.

7:00p.m. Where Do You Stand? Come learn about how you can take a stand against sexual violence as a man. Enter to win $50 in Dining Dollars. Chaffee Hall Sponsored by the Center for Family Justice, the Office of the Dean of Students, & the Office of Residential Life and Student Conduct.

7:00 – 9:00p.m. Glow in the Dark Zumba with Hector. Come join SPB for a fitness workout. ABC Mirror Room. Sponsored by Student Programming Board.

8:00 - 9:00p.m. ASA Meetings. African Student Association will be having their weekly meeting. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 213/215.

8:30 – 9:30p.m. W.E.A.C.T. Weekly Meeting. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 207/209

8:45 - 9:55 p.m. "Let's Become Entrepreneurs!" - Tactics and Strategies that every entrepreneur needs to start up a business or NGO. Speaker: Prof. Elena Cahill. Carlson Room 152. Sponsored by Global Affairs Society.

9:00 – 11:00p.m. AKA Phenomenal Woman. Discussion about femininity, womanhood, and what it means to be a woman in America. John J. Cox Student Center PDR. Sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

9:00 – 11:00p.m. S.L.A.M Meeting. SLAM's weekly meeting. All are welcome.  John J. Cox Student Center, Twisted Café.

Thursday, November 19th, 2015

10:00a.m – 5:00p.m. Thanksgiving Food Can Drive. Red Cross Club will be hosting a canned food drive to be donated to the CT Food Bank for families in need of Thanksgiving meals. Wahlstrom Library, Lobby. Sponsored by Red Cross Club.

11:00a.m. – 2:00p.m. Study Abroad Fair and Language Tables. Curious about a new language or culture? Come meet native speakers and get an introduction to several languages. Also – learn about the MANY different study abroad opportunities available to UB students! The HUB. Sponsored by English Language Institute & Education Abroad Resource Center

7:00p.m. Women's Basketball vs. Caldwell Come cheer our team to victory (and win great prizes!) Harvey Hubbell Gymnasium #WeAreUB

7:00p.m. Where Do You Stand? Come learn about how you can take a stand against sexual violence as a man. Enter to win $50 in Dining Dollars. Cooper Hall Sponsored by the Center for Family Justice, the Office of the Dean of Students, & the Office of Residential Life and Student Conduct.

7:00p.m.  Magician David Oliver.  Ready to have your mind blown?  https://youtu.be/10_kanOHMXM  This magician will do tricks that you won't believe.  Free for all Students! Littlefield Theater  Sponsored by the Student Programming Board

7:00 – 8:00p.m. Controversy Night. Come to express your opinions about relationships, social life, politics, education and health. John J. Cox Student Center, Twisted Café. Sponsored by BuildOn.

7:00 – 8:30p.m. Academic Debate Club. Weekly meeting. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 213/215. Sponsored by Academic Debate Club.

7:30 – 10:00p.m. Church Services. We will sing and be inspired by various speakers. ABC, Littlefield Theater. Sponsored by UB Gospel Choir.

8:30 – 10:00p.m. BSA General Meeting. A 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.

Friday, November 20th, 2015

9:30a.m. - 12:00p.m. Volunteers needed for local Science Fair.  Classical Studies Magnet Academy is looking for judges for their Annual Science Fair.  Contact Jennifer Turner for more information.

11:00a.m. – 12:00p.m. Free Yoga. Come relax and rejuvenate! John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

7:00 – 10:00p.m. International Talent and Fashion Show.Enjoy an unforgettable evening of song, dance, and stunning fashions! All UB students, staff, faculty, and family members are invited. Dinner will be provided free of charge following the performances. Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by International Student Services & College of Public and International Affairs.

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

Saturday, November 21st, 2015

8:30a.m. – 4:00p.m. Purple Knight Habitat for Humanity Build Day. Great community service opportunity. No experience necessary. ALL are welcome, but space is VERY limited. For more information or to sign up, please contact Jennifer Turner at jenniftu@bridgeport.edu or stop by the Office of Campus Activities and Civic Engagement, room 231 in the Student Center. Sponsored by the Office of Campus Activities and Civic Engagement.

11:00 – 12:00p.m. Free Yoga. Come relax and rejuvenate! John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

2:00p.m. Men's Basketball vs. Bentley  Come cheer our team to victory (and win great prizes!) Harvey Hubbell Gymnasium #WeAreUB

6:00 – 10:00p.m. Island Vibes. Come join us for our annual Cultural event. There will be modeling, dancing and singing, skits, poem and more from all different Caribbean cultures. John J. Cox Student Center Social Room. Sponsored by CSA.

Sunday, November 22nd, 2015

8:30a.m.  Bodies Worlds Exhibit -New York City.   The Biology Club will be attending The Bodies Exhibit in New York City! (click for more information.) All are welcome to come witness real muscles and movement! Tickets are on sale in the SPB office in the Student Center room 228. It will be $5 for all UB students and $10 for non UB students. The bus leaves from the clock on Park Ave at 8:30 a.m. SPB Sponsored. Follow us on Instagram @ubio_ for updates! 

1:00p.m.  Rock Climbing.  For only $5 you can register to go to Rock Climbing Fairfield to a real rock wall gym.  Transportation and equipment are provided.  Sponsored by Student Programming Board.  Sign up in the SPB Office (Student Center 228)  Bus leaves from the clock on Park St.

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


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