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February 13 - 19, 2017

 

 

 

 

 

 
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Mardi Gras Celebration 2017

Tuesday, February 28, 2017

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Ukrainian American Club Lower Hall

279 Kings Drive, Southport, CT

You’re invited (just off I-95 in Southport!) to celebrate Fat Tuesday in style at the 8th Annual UB Mardi Gras celebration, hosted by alumnus Kenneth A. Graham, Esq. ’71.  Enjoy great music, festive New Orleans cuisine by Queen Zuri restaurant, free soft drinks, and cash bar.  Free parking on site!

Register online: http://give.bridgeport.edu/mardigras2017

 

Toastmasters

Greater Bridgeport Toastmasters is a dynamic and thriving international organization dedicated to improving and enhancing your communication and leadership skills.

We are conveniently located at the Bridgeport Public Library at 925 Broad St on the first and third Wednesdays from 12 to 1pm.  We meet in the third floor community room.  We are accessible by the UB shuttle and by Greater Bridgeport Transit.

We welcome you to visit our growing club with members from all walks of life.

As a guest, you can observe the speeches being given and can provide constructive feedback for our members through a brief survey after the speech. You will also have opportunities to participate throughout the meeting if desired. If you have any questions, please contact Scott R. Davis at 203-727-2487 or email Scott at davis_scott_r@sbcglobal.net

 

Best Buy

Did you know Best Buy provides special student discounts?  Check them out here

 

Chipotle Fundraiser

Come support the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine's Class of 2019 on Monday, February 13th between the times of 12pm-4pm. The Chipotle located on 275 E Main Street in Bridgeport, 06608 will donate 50% of your food order purchase towards our class fundraiser when you show our flyer on paper, your electronic device, or just mention that your order is for the 'School of Naturopathic Medicine Class of 2019 Fundraiser" at checkout. Gift card purchases during fundraisers do not count towards total donated sales, but purchases made with an existing gift card will count. If placing an order online during the fundraiser, please note you must choose the pay in-store option and inform our cashier of your participation before paying. This will ensure your order is counted towards the fundraiser!

Upcoming Events
Monday, February 13th

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).

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Oh So Sweet Valentine Treat. Come and support us by buying a SWEET treat! Wahlstrom Library, Lobby. Sponsored by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.          

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! Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 113. Sponsored by UB Wellness Club.

8:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Gospel Choir. If you enjoy singing, come join us. Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 110. Sponsored by UB Gospel Choir.

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Love Hangover. Come out and join our open mic night. This is the opportunity to express your feelings on LOVE through the various forms of performing arts. John J. Cox Student Center, Knight’s End. Sponsored by Purple Knight Media.

9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. The Untold Story. Explore the unknown stories in black history with us. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

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

 
Tuesday, February 14th

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Coquito Order Pickups. Orders are ready for your taste buds! Come and get a famous island drink just in time for Valentine’s Day. The Hub. Sponsored by Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc.

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. What does Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault have to do with College? Students will learn more about domestic violence and sexual assault on college campuses. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500A. Sponsored byStudent Support Services (SSS).

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Not Another Presentation! Students will learn the basics of preparing and giving an in-class presentation for increased confidence and a better grade. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500B. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

8:13 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Back to Black. Come and have a Valentine’s Day dinner on us. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

8:30 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Weekly Meetings. Join our discussions on women empowerment and other current events affecting society. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by We L.E.A.D.

Wednesday, February 15th

11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Free HIV and STD Testing. First come, first served. Student Health Services.

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Career & Internship Expo. Do not miss out on the 2017 Career & Internship Expo. Over 50 employers from a variety of industries will be on campus looking for full-time employees and interns. Professional dress code is required! Stop by Career Development to pick up your Expo Prep Packet to help you prepare. Wheeler Recreational Center. Sponsored by Career Development Center (CDC).   

12:20 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. Meditation. Join us to 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. Projecting a Positive Online Persona. Students will learn the basics of email etiquette, social media pitfalls, and how your online communication creates a lasting impression on others.          Wahlstrom Library, Room 500B. 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.

5:00 p.m. Weekly Meeting. Are you planning to pursue a career in the health field? Do you want to hear from health professionals? Are you seeking community service opportunities? If so, come out to our first meeting of the semester. Wahlstrom Library, Discovery Pavilion. Sponsored by Society of Minority Health Professionals.

6:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. Safety First. Come relax, enjoy some food, and learn personal safety tips presented by Campus Security. Safety starts with us all! University Hall, Activities Room. Sponsored by Campus Security.

7: 13 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Ducking Debt. An informative event about the ways of maintaining control of your money and avoiding debt. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

12:20 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. Health Center Presentation. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500B.Sponsored by Student Support Services (SSS)

8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. General Meeting. Come out, learn about different African countries, and embrace your roots. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 207/208. Sponsored by African Student Association.

8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Beauty Bar. Join us for an evening of beauty and building self-confidence. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Kween Au Naturale.

9:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Club Meeting. Join us for our bi-weekly meetings to discuss sexual health topics and plan events for the semester. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Sexology.   

9:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Knowing what You Deserve. Learn about the do’s and don’ts of relationships and learn how to recognize an unhealthy relationship. In addition, the students will write letters to victims of domestic violence. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by We L.E.A.D.

Thursday, February 16th

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Pie a Delta. Come out and participate for $1! The Hub. Sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Not Another Presentation! Students will learn the basics of preparing and giving an in-class presentation for increased confidence and a better grade. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500B.

12:20 p.m. - 12:50 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.

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Power Yoga with Relaxation. Join us and relax, unwind,burn calories and center yourself. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by UB Wellness Club.

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Arranged Marriages Presentation. Learn more about arranged marriages from the perspective of various religious and cultures. A panel of students and clergy from several faiths will share their stories and perspectives. Food served.John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Campus Activities and Civic Engagement.

8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Church Service. Come out and hearre the word of God from a guest speaker and enjoying sing by the gospel choir. Let us fellowship together! Arnold Bernhard Center, Littlefield Theater. Sponsored by UB Gospel Choir.

8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 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.

Friday, February 17th

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. UB Grammys Tryouts/Rehearsals. Come and earn a shot at performing in the UB Grammys! John J. Cox Student Center, Room 213/215. Sponsored by UNICEF.

4:00 p.m. LGBTQ and Allies Club Meeting. The LGBTQ and Allies Club strives to support LGBTQ students through education, raising awareness, and forging connections with the university and surrounding community.  Please join us for a meeting! Wahlstrom Library, Meeting Room 1. Sponsored by the LGBTQ and Allies Club.

7:09 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. The Ism of Race: TEDx Talks. Dennis Febo is a CEO and Educator at Guzabara Insights and is the Creative Director at Guzabara Media. Guzabara services education, labor, corporate and community institutions by educating on topics dealing with social consciousness, identity, culture, and self-knowledge through means of educational workshops, film, literature, and events. Arnold Bernhard Center, Littlefield Theater. Sponsored by Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity Inc.

Saturday, February 18th

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.

1:00 p.m. Women’s Basketball vs. St. Thomas Aquinas. Purple Knights Unite! Come cheer the Women's Basketball Team to victory. Harvey Hubble Gymnasium. Sponsored by UB Athletics

3:00 p.m. UB Empowered: Looking in the Mirror. We continue our UB Empowered series into the spring semester. Come explore concepts of self-reflection. University Hall, Activity Room. Sponsored by the Office of Housing, Residential Life, and Community Standards.

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. UB Grammys Tryouts/Rehearsals. Come and earn a shot at performing in the UB Grammys! John J. Cox Student Center, Room 213/215. Sponsored by UNICEF.

 
Sunday, February 19th

3:00 p.m. Pool Tournament. Show off your skills and enter for a chance to win a prize. John J. Cox Student Center, Pool Room. Sponsored by the Office of Campus Activities and Civic Engagement.

7:30 p.m. Bollywood Night. Join the Indian Students Association as they celebrate Valentine’s Day, Bollywood style. $5 for students, $7 for couples, $10 for Faculty/Staff/Guests. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by the Indian Students Association.

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