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International Festival Info Session

The University of Bridgeport’s 41^st International Festival

INFORMATION SESSIONS

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Do you have what it takes to be a part of UB’s popular annual International Festival?

Help welcome everyone at the main event with your country’s flag!

Decorate a table to showcase your country and offer a sample of its gourmet delicacies!

Offer an activity from your homeland and let others join in!

Audition for a chance to flaunt your skills (dance, sing, juggle, play music!) and represent your country!

Information sessions will be held on

Tuesday, February 8 and Wednesday, February 9

12.30pm-1.30pm

Student Center, Rooms 207/209

Come and find out how you can be an integral part of this exciting week-long event … share and celebrate your culture, food, traditions and talents with the rest of the UB community!

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When will the International Festival be held?

Monday, April 3, 2017 – Saturday, April 8, 2017

“An annual celebration featuring cultural performances and foods from all over the world, together with insightful international presentations and lectures.”

What Does the Bus Mean to You?

Do you ride the GBT buses?  Did you know that bus service in Bridgeport may be cut?  Please take a moment to tell state legislators about the importance of bus service:

http://gbt.wufoo.com/forms/what-does-the-bus-mean-to-you/

UNICEF and Purple Knight Media

 Purple Knight Media and UNICEF presents the 2nd annual UB Grammy's on February 23rd, 2017. This year we'll be paying a special tribute to those within the Class of 2017. We're asking for all participating seniors to submit photos of them and their peers, that they'll like to be displayed throughout the award show. Remember all photos must contain no explicit content. To submit photos you must email us at: ubpurpleknightmedia@gmail.com

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Smooth-A-Gram. Need an affordable valentine option? Join us in our efforts to raise money and make your significant others and friends feel special with a serenade! The Hub. Sponsored by Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc.

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Motivation. Come out and discovering ways to achieve your goals. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500D. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Yoga for Beginners. Ready for something new? Join the journey of stress reduction while maintaining physical health. Come out and learn the basics of yoga. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by UB Wellness Club.

6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Zumba. Summer bodies are made in the winter! Come out and have fun burning calories! John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by UB Wellness Club.

9:00 – 10:00 p.m. SPB Meeting. Come out and discuss campus events and student involvement. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Student Programming Board (SPB). 

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Bake Sale. Kick off the semester with some sweet treats from the sisters of CUS to raise funds for our philanthropy. Wahlstrom Library, Lobby. Sponsored by Chi Upsilon Sigma Latin Sorority, Inc.

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Study Abroad Information Session. Where will UB in Summer 2017? Korea? Costa Rica? Start planning now! Wahlstrom Library, Discovery Pavilion. Sponsored by Education Abroad Resource Center.

12:20 p.m. -1:20 p.m. Are my classes right for me right now? This workshop will help you understand and evaluate your course syllabus and decide whether the course is right for you. Wahlstrom Library. Room 500B. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

12:20 p.m. -1:20 p.m. Expo Prep Panel. Not sure how to prepare for the upcoming Career & Internship Expo? Come and have all your questions answered by employer representatives that will be attending the expo. Mandeville 104. Sponsored by Center for Career Development. 

3:00 p.m. -5:45 p.m. University Singers Weekly Meetings. Join us and utilize your vocals. Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 110. Sponsored by University Singers.

8:30 p.m. -10 p.m. Weekly Meetings. Join our discussions on women’s empowerment and other current events affecting society. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by We L.E.A.D.

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Fusion Ensemble. Are you into Jazz and playing music? Join us and tap into your musical creativity. Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 110. Sponsored by University Jazz Band.

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Yoga Session. Come out and enjoy yoga and centering yourself. John J. Cox Student Center, 207/209. Sponsored by College of Naturopathic Medicine.

12:20 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. Meditation. Join us and relax, unwind,and center yourself. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by UB Wellness Club.

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Sisterhood? Need Support and Empowerment. Come join SSS to learn more about the Sadie Nash Leadership Project. This is a series of sister circles that focus on interactive workshops to bring together women on campus! Wahlstrom Library, Room 500A. Sponsored by Student Support Services (SSS).

12:00 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. Food Committee Meeting. Have suggestions or ideas for improving the food/dining experience at UB? Want to learn about planned improvements for food services at UB? Join us and enjoy free pizza. All are welcome. John J. Cox Student Center, Knight’s End. Sponsored by the Dean of Students Office.

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. What's the point of this paper? Students will learn what a thesis is, why it is important, and how to construct it in your paper. Wahlstrom Library. Room 500B. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. DIY Bracelets. Students will have the opportunity to create their own bracelets. John J. Cox Student Center, Lobby. Sponsored by Student Programming Board.

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. How to ace your exam: Study Skills. Students will learn different study strategies and techniques that they can apply to their current study strategies. Mandeville 18. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Yoga with Professor O. Join the journey of stress reduction while maintaining physical health. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by UB Wellness Club.

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Mass Communication Mixer. Join us and learn about our club while networking with fellow peers. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Purple Knight Media.

7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Knight’s Ensemble Weekly Meeting. University of Bridgeport Knights Ensemble is a Concert Band, and the only one of its kind here on campus. This group gives anyone the opportunity to play together and form a musical ensemble. The group features woodwinds, brass, strings, and percussion. Classical and Theatrical pieces are typical of the group led by Dr. Mark Vickers. Knight's Ensemble welcomes all players, advanced or beginning. Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 110. Sponsored by Knights Ensemble.

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Smooth-A-Gram. Need an affordable valentine option? Join us in our efforts to raise money and make your significant others and friends feel special with a serenade! The Hub. Sponsored by Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc.

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Motivation. Come out and discover ways to achieve your goals. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500D. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

12:30 p.m.- 1:00 p.m. Meditation with Professor Buller. Join us and relax, unwind,and center yourself. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by UB Wellness Club.

8:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Meet the Upsilons. Jeopardy with a twist of a lip-sync battle! Come participate and meet the Upsilon brothers and sisters. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity Inc.

8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. BSA General Meeting. Join us for our informative meeting regarding current events in the African American community. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Black Student Alliance.

8:37 p.m. – 9:37 p.m. Go Red for Women. Join the discussion about heart disease in women and the importance of the “GO RED” campaign. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Chi Upsilon Sigma Latin Sorority, Inc.

6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Friendship Dinner. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by the Bridges Church.

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Vinyasa/Yin Yoga. Join yoga instructor, Sharron, for a free Vinyasa and Yin Yoga mix class. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by UB Wellness Club.

10:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. 80’s Decade Party. Come out and party with us in your 80’s theme outfits! $5 student tickets in advance, $7 at the door.  Guest tickets can be purchased in Student Center Room 228 for $7 each.  All guests must be registered in advance. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Student Programming Board.