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February 20 - 26, 2017

 

 

 

 
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Campus Announcements

 Necessary Voices

Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 4:30 pm in Mandeville 104

Solid Wall of Sound: Latin@ Literature of Attestation

Edrik Lopez

As we put the 2016 year behind us, the writer and educator Edrik Lopez (Ph.D. Berkeley) will present Latin@ literary works as acoustic counterpoints to the literal and metaphorical walls rising in our country. Join us as we take a tour of contemporary Latin@ writers and artists to inspire us into 2017.  Free and open to all.

 

UB's 41st Annual International Festival (Saturday, April 8)

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Are you interested in participating in this year's International Festival?  Then wait no more!

We are looking for people to:

WELCOME THE AUDIENCE at the main event by parading their country’s flag

DECORATE tables/booths to showcase different countries and offer a sample of cultural gourmet delicacies

offer an ACTIVITY from their homeland (for example: henna, tea ceremony, calligraphy, bead-making)

PERFORM in the Festival's showcase event on Saturday, April 8 (for example: dance, sing, juggle, play music, fashion ensemble ... represent your country!)

We want YOU to be an integral part of this exciting event … share and celebrate your culture, food, traditions and talents with the rest of the UB and Bridgeport community!

To sign up to participate in the Festival on April 8, please click here.

We look very much forward to having you join us for this amazing annual event!

 

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

 

Student Financial Services is on Facebook!

Join the University of Bridgeport Student Financial Services Group 

for the most up to date information regarding Financial Aid!

Learn more about:

Filing your FAFSA

Financial Aid Deadlines

Scholarship information

Payment plan details and deadlines

Information on loan requirements, and repayment options

Financial Aid Nights/Workshops for students and families

https://www.facebook.com/groups/UBSFS/

Upcoming Events
Monday, February 20th

12:20 - 1:20 p.m. Commencement Q&A. Have questions about your upcoming graduation?  Stop by and have all of them answered! John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by the Office of Special Events.

12:20 - 1:20 p.m. What Comes After My Introduction? Students will learn how to develop effective body paragraphs to complete clear papers. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500B. 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.

5:00 p.m. Women’s Basketball vs. Roberts Wesleyan. Purple Knights Unite! Come cheer the Women's Basketball Team to victory. Harvey Hubble Gymnasium. Sponsored by UB Athletics

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.

7:00 p.m. Men’s Basketball vs. Roberts Wesleyan. Purple Knights Unite! Come cheer the Men's Basketball Team to victory. Harvey Hubble Gymnasium. Sponsored by UB Athletics

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Love is a Question? Come and join us as we explore different opinions about love and happiness. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by BuildOn.

8:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Gospel Choir. In our weekly meetings, the gospel choir will have rehearsals. If you enjoy singing, come out and join us. Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 110. Sponsored by UB Gospel Choir.

8:08 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Orange is not the New Black. Come out, join our informative session on the growing prison population, and explain why it is important to cease the mugshot trend. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. SPB 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 21st

12:20 p.m.-1:20 p.m. Midterm Prep. Students will learn specific study and time management techniques to master midterms and manage stress. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500B. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Midterm Prep. Students will learn specific study and time management techniques to master midterms and manage stress. Wahlstrom Library, Discovery Pavilion. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

8:07 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Expresso (Informational). Come out and get to know the sisters of CUS at UB and learn more about the organization. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 207/209. Sponsored by Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc.

8:22 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Look Beyond the Stereotypes. Come out and get informed on stereotypes people face every day and share personal experience. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

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

8:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m. Fast Flirting. Found yourself without a Valentine? No worries! Join us for a night of fun and interactive speed dating. It’s never too late! John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Sexology.

Wednesday, February 22nd

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. Midterm Prep. Students will learn specific study and time management techniques to master midterms and manage stress. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500B. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. What is 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, Discovery Pavilion. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Job Skills Series Coffee Hour. Join us and get career tips from Career Development. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by the International Center for Students and Scholars and Career Development.

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. Women’s Basketball vs. LIU Post. Purple Knights Unite! Come cheer the Women's Basketball Team to victory. Harvey Hubble Gymnasium. Sponsored by UB Athletics.

7:00 p.m. Men’s Basketball vs. LIU Post. Purple Knights Unite! Come cheer the Men's Basketball Team to victory. Harvey Hubble Gymnasium. Sponsored by UB Athletics.

7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Ran’d Shine: Magic Show. Do you believe in magic? Come out and be a part of an evening filled with tricks, effects, and illusions. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Student Programming Board.

8:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. General Meeting. Come out and join us!  John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Kueen Au Naturale.  

8:30 p.m. - 9:15 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.

8:45 p.m. “A Phone Call From Taiwan”. Hear Dr. Thomas Ward, Dean of the College of Public and International Affairs, give a presentation on current events in Taiwan. Carlson Hall, Room 152. Sponsored by Global Affairs Society.
Thursday, February 23rd

12:20 - 1:20 p.m. Motivation. Discovering 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 to 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.

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Midterm Prep. Students will learn specific study and time management techniques to master midterms and manage stress. Wahlstrom Library, Discovery Pavilion. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Necessary Voices:  Solid Wall of Sound: Latin@ Literature of Attestation. As we put the 2016 year behind us, the writer and educator Edrik Lopez (Ph.D. Berkeley) will present Latin@ literary works as acoustic counterpoints to the literal and metaphorical walls rising in our country. Join us as we take a tour of contemporary Latin@ writers and artists to inspire us into 2017.  Free and open to all. Mandeville, Room 104. Sponsored by the English Department.

7:08 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Pearly Whites. Oral health is integral to personal appearance. Learn about how to properly maintain oral health. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Casino Night. Roll the dice, play to win! Join us for a night of games and glam. Wheeler Recreation Center. Sponsored by Student Programming Board.

7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. UB Grammys. Let us recognize students and clubs for their great accomplishments on campus. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Purple Knight Media.

8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Ballroom Practice. Like to dance? Team members will practice and teach routines to other members and new comers in hopes of competing against other colleges. Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 110. Sponsored by UB Ballroom Team.

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 24th

1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. ISS VITA Tax Clinic. Calling all international students! Come out and receive tax preparation assistance. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by International Student Services.

4:00 p.m. Women’s Lacrosse vs. Nyack. Purple Knights Unite! Come cheer the Women's Lacrosse Team to victory. Knights’ Field. Sponsored by UB Athletics.

5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Black is Beauty. Come out, join the showcase of different talents, and identify the beauty in the Melanin. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Black Student Alliance.

7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Bible Study. Come out and join us for bible study in Mandarin and English. Mandeville, Room 218. Sponsored by Bridges Bible Study.

8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Ballroom Practice. Like to dance? Team members will practice and teach routines to other members and new comers in hopes of competing against other colleges. Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 110. Sponsored by UB Ballroom Team.

Saturday, February 25th

9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Student Leadership Conference. We invite all students to come out and get involved in educational and social activities based on leadership. Free and open to all students.  Register here: https://orgsync.com/139178/forms/238628  John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Campus Activities and Civic Engagement, Housing, Residential Life and Community Standards, and Career Development.

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.

7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Bible Study. Come out and join us for bible study in Mandarin and English. Mandeville, Room 218. Sponsored by Bridges Bible Study.

7:00 p.m. Basketball Night: Wizards vs. 76ers. Come out and watch the game with your friends! John J. Cox Student Center, Game Room. Sponsored by the Office of Campus Activities and Civic Engagement.

 
Sunday, February 19th

1:00 p.m. Women's Gymnastics vs. Air Force.  Purple Knights Unite! Come cheer the Women's Gymnastics Team to victory. Wheeler Recreation Center. Sponsored by UB Athletics.

5:00 p.m. Smash Tournament. Compete for a chance to win a $50 bookstore gift card! John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room.

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