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Leadership Awards Nominations

Nominations are now open to nominate a student, faculty or staff member for the Annual Leadership Awards Banquet!  Each year we take the time to celebrate those that make impactful contributions to the UB community, and this is your chance to nominate someone that is worthy.

Awards criteria and the link to the nomination form can be found here: 
http://www.bridgeport.edu/life/campus-activities/student-leadership-awards-banquet/.

The deadline for nominations is Monday, April 3rd at 5:00pm.

GRE Prep Course

The Princeton Review has teamed up with the University of Bridgeport chapter of Phi Kappa Phi to help you prepare for your grad school entrance exam, the GRE. If you’re gearing up to take the GRE and want to find out how to maximize your score, join us Thursday, April 6 at 12:20 p.m. in the Discovery Pavilion on the 1^st floor of the Wahlstrom Library.  Pizza will be served! 

Topics will include:

• GRE misconceptions and truths
• Exclusive Princeton Review test-taking strategies to help you score higher
• Question types, scoring and structure
• Ways to dodge "traps"
• Question and answer session
• …and a special offer from The Princeton Review 

The webinar is available for anyone to attend. Attendees are asked to arrive at noon if possible.

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9165578788148562945?source=pkp 

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. In Your Own Words: How to Avoid Plagiarism. Students will learn general citation tips (APA, MLA) and ways to avoid plagiarism. Wahlstrom Library, Discovery Pavilion. Sponsored by Wahlstrom Library.

12:20 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. “A Life in Service”: Peace Corps Panel. Join us as we hear about stories about their service from a panel of returned Peace Corps Volunteers from the UB and local community. Carlson Hall, Room 214. Sponsored by the College of Public and International Affairs and the UB Peace Corps Prep Program.

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Student Entrepreneur Center Alumni Event. Join us at our annual alumni event. Hear all about exciting news and advancements, view presentations from current students and alumni of the Student Entrepreneur Center, network, and enjoy a wine and cheese reception. Free to attend but kindly RSVP to alumni@bridgeport.edu. Mandeville, Lobby. Sponsored by Trefz School of Business

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Passover Seder. Come out enjoy some food and learn about Passover.John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Campus Activities and Civic Engagement.

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.

7:09 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Informational. This is an opportunity for men interested in Greek life to learn about the organization. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 207/209. Sponsored by Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity Inc.

7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Caribbean Dance Workshop. Come out to the dance workshops hosted by different UB student clubs as a part of the 2017 International Festival. Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 113. Sponsored by the International Center for Students and Scholars.

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.

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.

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Job & Internship Search Workshops. Learn how to efficiently search for jobs and internships in your desired field. You will get a better understanding of how the job search process works, an ideal timeline to use, and opportunities Career Development has for you! Dana Hall, Room 104. Sponsored by Career Development.

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. “Spring Detox.” Get ready for summer with a good detox of your body! Come learn the proper way to detoxify your body from all the burdens and toxicity in your environment. What kinds of foods should you be eating or juices should you be drinking? How long should you detox for? What should you do after a detox? How do you begin? All these questions and more will be answered for you! Wahlstrom Library, Room 500A. Sponsored by Student Support Services (SSS).

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Getting to Know South America: Foreign Language Lecture and Student Abroad Fair. Join us for a lecture in Spanish by UB’s own Miguel Arroyo and Brandon LaFavor. The presentation will introduce you to South America’s geography, demographics, economics and culture. There will be headphones available so students may listen to the simultaneous English translation. We will also have a special guest, Ilene Tillman from Academic Programs International (API) to talk about study opportunities in South America. Wahlstrom Library, Discovery Pavilion. Sponsored by the Education Abroad Resource Center, Academic Programs International (API) and the College of Public & International Affairs.

6:00 p.m. Pi Sigma Alpha Colloquium: The Role of Media in Conflict Resolution. For the 11th consecutive year, a student-written proposal for a Chapter Activity Grant has been awarded to UB by Pi Sigma Alpha honor society. The grant of $1,200 will be used to fund “The Role of Media in Conflict Resolution,” a colloquium to be hosted at the University of Bridgeport. Three experts, including a guest from the United Nations, will participate. Please join us for a remarkable and engaging discussion of current global conflicts and the role of media in seeking resolution. ABC, Tower Room. Sponsored by the College of Public and International Affairs and Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society.

7:30 p.m. SAAC Volleyball Tournament. Come out with your friends and play for a cause! Team Registration starts at 7:30pm and the games begin at 8pm. There are at least six players per team ($5 per person). All proceeds will go to Make-A-Wish Foundation. Wheeler Recreation Center, Field House. Sponsored by SAAC. 

7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Ballroom Dance Workshop. Come out to the dance workshops hosted by different UB student clubs as a part of the 2017 International Festival. Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 113. Sponsored by the International Center for Students and Scholars.

8:30 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Weekly Meetings. Come out and join us! John J. Cox Student Center, Room 207/209. Sponsored by BuildOn.

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.

8:40 p.m. - 9:45 p.m. Carp Meeting. Come out and join the conversation! Carstenson Hall. Sponsored by Carp at UB.

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Bake Sale. Come out, support, and satisfy your sweet tooth. Wahlstrom Library, Lobby. Sponsored by Global Affairs Society.

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. International Festival Ticket Sales. Come out and get yours today! Wahlstrom Library, Lobby. Sponsored by the International Center for Students and Scholars.

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. Your First Draft Is Not Enough. Students will learn why revising their first draft is essential to improving their writing and earning a better grade. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500B. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Frozen Yogurt Day! Courtesy of SPB! Come out and enjoy frozen treats from Red Mango! Marina, the HUB. Sponsored by Student Programming Board.

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Waist Bead Workshop. Come out, make your own waist beads, and learn about the background of these beads. John J. Cox Student Center, Lobby. Sponsored by African Student Association and ICSS.

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.

4:30 p.m. Why do Catholics believe that? Lecture Series: Are Catholics Homophobic? Join the discussion around the foundation of Catholicism and what the religion believes. Carstenson Hall. Sponsored by the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life.

5:00 p.m. Women's Lacrosse vs. Queens. Knights Field. 

5:00 p.m. Baseball vs. Dominican. Habor Yard.

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The Role of the Media. Please come out and join the colloquium on media. Arnold Bernhard Center, Tower Room. Sponsored by Phi Sigma Alpha Honors Society.

7:08 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. No Excuses. Join us in the effort to increase awareness of the military. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. African Beats Dance Workshop. Come out to the dance workshops hosted by different UB student clubs as a part of the 2017 International Festival. Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 113. Sponsored by the International Center for Students and Scholars.

8:00 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.           

8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. UB Empowerment “I am Brand New.” Reestablish yourself and your brand.  John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Dean of Students Office.

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 207/209. Sponsored by African Student Association.

8:45 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Lambda Pi Upsilon New Member Presentation. Join the Divas as the welcome their new members to the Sisterhood. Chaffee Circle. Sponsored by Lambda Pi Upsilon Sorority.

8:45 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Weekly Meeting. Join us for meetings and discuss current events affecting our world. Carson Hall, Room 152. Sponsored by Global Affairs Society.

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Pleasures of Summer Raffle. The summer break is approaching! Come out and have a chance to win a summer package on us. The Hub. Sponsored by Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc.

12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Commuter Town Hall. Calling all commuters to come out and voice concerns. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Student Government Association.

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 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. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500B. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

12:20 p.m. GRE Prep Course. The Princeton Review has teamed up with the University of Bridgeport chapter of Phi Kappa Phi to help you prepare for your grad school entrance exam, the GRE. If you’re gearing up to take the GRE and want to find out how to maximize your score, join us.  Pizza will be served! Wahlstrom Library, Discovery Pavilion. Sponsored by the UB Chapter of the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

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.

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. Using Other People's Ideas in Your Writing. What's the difference between summarizing and paraphrasing? Students will learn how to use each of these techniques properly in their writing. Mandeville, Room 18. Sponsored by Academic Advising Center (AAC).

3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. “We Are One” Photo Contest. Join us for an international photo contest celebrating our shared human experience. International and domestic students, as well as UB faculty and staff will be invited to submit photos illustrating our common human spirit which is shared across all countries and cultures, demonstrating that we all share much more in common than what would divide us. All students are invited to the Coffee Hour to view and vote on the photos, and enjoy some light refreshments. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by the International Center for Students and Scholars.

4:00 p.m. Spring 2017 Fashion Show. Come out and support fellow UB students and their work! John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Fashion Merchandising.

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Alumni Art Show. Join us for an evening of viewing artistic pieces. Arnold Bernhard Center, Art Gallery. Sponsored by Alumni Relations.

7:00 p.m. Spring 2017 Fashion Show. Come out and support fellow UB students and their work! John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Fashion Merchandising.

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.

8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Dance the Night Away. Come out and learn new dance moves. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc. 

11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Holi Festival Celebration. Celebrate the arrival of Spring with a festival of colors! Powdered color will be provided for you to participate in the celebrating and sharing of love. People’s Park (next to Student Center). Sponsored by Indian Student Association and International Festival Committee.

11:00 a.m. Baseball vs. LIU Post. Habor Yard.

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

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

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.

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.

2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Seek the Sensation. Join the Chapter as they celebrate! John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Lambda Pi Upsilon Sorority.

5:00 p.m. 41^st Annual International Festival. With students from almost 90 different countries, our campus is a true melting pot of culture!  Join us for an evening of cultural performances, food, flag raising and tabletop displays from around the world. We invite you to attend this showcase of talent from around the world! Tickets are $3 for students, $5 for faculty/staff, $7 for guests and community members. Doors open at 5:00pm., performance begins at 7:00 p.m. Mertens Theater, ABC. Sponsored by the International Center for Students and Scholars with support from the International Festival Committee.

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.