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'MORE Retreat - September 22-23

Attention Sophomores!

Students, faculty, and staff on campus have come together to create something special that meets Sophomore Students where you are in you college careers. 

The kickoff event, the ‘MORE Retreat, is an opportunity for 45 sophomores to attend an overnight off campus retreat that will focus on leadership development and goal setting.  On September 22-23, we will be travelling to the Greenkill YMCA Camp in Huguenot, NY.  There, we will be learning about ourselves and each other through leadership development activities, reflection, and camp facilitated activities.  We’ll leave campus at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, the 22^nd and return by 5:00 p.m. on Saturday the 23^rd.  Space is limited, so stop by the Office of Campus Activities and Civic Engagement, Room 231 in the Student Center to reserve your spot. A $10 deposit is required, but will be returned to you when you get on the bus.

Alternative Fall Break

Heifer International Farm

Rutland, MA

$25

Come and learn about how to alleviate global poverty through sustainable agriculture at the Heifer International Farm in Rutland, Massachusetts. Transportation from UB will be provided. Space is VERY limited. Open to ALL students. Signups will start at 11am on September 18^th in the Office of Campus Activities & Civic Engagement, Student Center 231.

Alternative Break for a Day

September 30th

9am-2pm

$5

What are Alternative Fall Break and Alternative Spring Break like? Come and find out as we work on a similar project for the day. Volunteers will restore part of the Norwalk River Valley Trail in Ridgefield by clearing debris and invasive plants. Experts will be on hand to discuss the connections between open space, native plants and wildlife and water quality. Lunch and volunteer tee-shirt will be provide. Wear long pants to prevent ticks. Bring a water bottle, work gloves, clippers and/or shovels. Limited supplies available. Transportation from UB will be provided. Contact Jennifer Turner at jenniftu@bridgeport.edu to sign up or stop by the Office of Campus Activities and Civic Engagement, Student Center 231.

Alternative Spring Break

March 11-18, 2018

Applications for this amazing community service, leadership and personal growth experience are now available in the Office of Campus Activities & Civic Engagement, Student Center room 231. Applications are due 9/29.

Volunteer Opportunities

Connecticut Food Bank

On September 21^st the bus will depart from University of Bridgeport at 12:30 p.m. and return by 3:30 p.m. Volunteers will sort food at the Fairfield warehouse of Connecticut Food Bank. To sign up, please email Jennifer Turner at jenniftu@bridgeport.edu

Translation Services

Students are needed to translate for recent immigrants. Languages needed are Arabic, Farsi/Dari, Swahili, French, Amharis and Tigrinya. If interested, please email Jennifer Turner at jenniftu@bridgeport.edu

ChowdaFest

On Saturday, September 30^th from 2:00 p.m. – 5 p.m. volunteers are needed to help set-up tents, put out tables, etc. the day before the Chowdafest at Sherwood Island State Park in Westport. Volunteers will get free admission (regularly $20) to the event on Sunday. To sign up, please email Jennifer Turner at jenniftu@bridgeport.edu

PK5K

The office of Alumni & Family Engagement encourages you to participate in the Purple Knight 5k on Sunday, October 8 during Homecoming Weekend! Run just for fun or create teams and challenge your friends! The race will start at Mandeville Hall and take you around the UB campus and through Seaside Park.

Registration is only $10 for UB students and includes a free 5k tee-shirt and breakfast at Marina Dining Hall after the run.

Register online today: http://homecoming.bridgeport.edu/pk5k/

Intramurals

Interested in playing Intramural Soccer or Flag Football?

Signups available on the Wheeler Rec Center Bulletin Board!
Create your team and sign up today...Team spots are limited so don't wait!

All teams must be between 10-12 players and can include both men and women!

For additional Information please contact Zac Burger at zburger@my.bridgeport.edu

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. ALD (Alpha Lambda Delta) Chapter Meeting. Don’t forget to attend the Honor Society Chapter meeting if you’re a member! Pizza will be served. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Student Affairs.

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Vinyasa & Yin Yoga. Come join us for a session of light exercise and yoga. This class is FREE for all students & faculty. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter's Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Zumba Class. Come dance and work out with Chelsea! This class is FREE for all students & faculty. Room 113, ABC Building. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Dance Tryouts. Try out for the African Student Association dance team! John J. Cox Student Center, Room 213/215. Sponsored by African Student Association.

7:00 p.m. Movie Night: Wonder Woman. Join ResLife for a night at the movies. Free and open to all students. University Hall, Activity Room. Sponsored by the Office of Housing, Residential Life and Community Standards.

8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Gospel Choir Rehearsals. Like to sing? The Gospel Choir welcomes anyone who wants to join! Arnold Bernhard Arts and Humanities Center (ABC Building), Room 110. Sponsored by Gospel Choir.

9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Student Programming Board Meeting. Want a voice in what events come to campus?  Become a part of creating a fun and exciting student life! John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Student Programming Board.

Faculty Development Day – No Classes until 4:00 p.m.

12:20 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Yoga & Meditation. Come join us for a session of light exercise and yoga. This class is FREE for all students & faculty. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter’s Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Restorative Yoga Flow. Come join us for a session of light exercise and yoga. This class is FREE for all students & faculty.  John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter’s Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

8:00 p.m. Greek 101. Fraternity and sorority members will discuss everything you need to know about joining one of their great organizations. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Greek Council.

7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. BuildOn General Meeting. Join us to discuss club events and outside opportunities. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by BuildOn.

7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Job and Internship Search Workshop. Learn how to run a job or internship search effectively, and find out ways that Career Development can help you. Mandeville Hall, Room 301. Sponsored by the Center for Career Development.

7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Welcome Back Mixer. Join us for our welcome back informational. Refreshments will be served. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Fashion Merchandising Club.

7:00 p.m. Women’s Volleyball vs. Saint Rose. Hubbell Gymnasium.

7:45 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Caribbean Service Association General Meeting. Members will discuss event ideas and possible collaborations. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 207/209. Sponsored by Caribbean Service Association. 

8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Major Keys to Success. We will provide incoming freshman with helpful tips on how to achieve success in their college careers. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Mu Phi Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. HIV STD Testing Day. Free for all students. First come, first served. Any questions? Email healthservices@bridgeport.edu. Student Health Services – 60 Lafayette Street. Sponsored by Student Health Services.

12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Social Hour for Returning Study Abroad Students. Join us in welcoming back study abroad students. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Education Abroad. 

12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Do It Yourself (DIY) Lip Scrub. Come out and create your own lip scrub! John J. Cox Student Center, Lobby. Sponsored by Student Programming Board.

12:20 p.m. - 12:50 p.m.  Beginners Meditation.  Come relax and practice meditating with your friends. This class is FREE for all students & faculty.  John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge.  Sponsored by UB Wellness Club.

12:20 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. Academic Writing Workshop. Students will learn what academic writing is, including various forms of writing that may be encountered in a college setting. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500C. Sponsored by Student Support Services.

4:30 p.m. Royal Knights Drumline Meeting. Interested in being part of a drumline? Want to learn how to drum or be part of the Drumline Dance Team? In our first meeting we’ll be discussing what it takes to become part of UB’s first drumline. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by the Royal Knights Drumline.

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.  Yoga Flow. Come join us for a session of light exercise and yoga. This class is FREE for all students & faculty. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge.  Sponsored by UB Wellness Club.

4:30 p.m. Bible Study and Fellowship. Come learn about the Catholic faith. Carstensen Hall. Sponsored by the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life.

6:00 p.m. Women’s Soccer vs. Adelphi. Knight’s Field.

7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Dance Tryouts. Try out for the African Student Association dance team! John J. Cox Student Center, Room 213/215. Sponsored by African Student Association.

8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Informational. Come to learn more about our organization and how you can apply to join. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Mr. & Mrs. Sexology Meeting. Join us for our general club meeting. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Mr.  & Mrs. Sexology Club.

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Power Yoga with Guided Relaxation. Feel fit, flexible, and fantastic! This class is FREE for all students & faculty. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge.  Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club. 

12:20 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. Time Management Workshop. This workshop is centered on learning the ins and outs of managing your time. Students will learn the magic formula to studying and gain tools to effectively organize their time. Wahlstrom Library, Room 500C. Sponsored by Student Support Services.

12:20 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. Psi Chi Honors Society General Meeting. Members of the honor society should come for updates and future plans. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Psi Chi Honors Society.

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. LinkedIn Workshop. Learn the benefits of LinkedIn and how to build a strong profile. Mandeville Hall, Room 301. Sponsored by Career Development.

5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Executive Speaker Series: Ted Yang. The Ernest C. Trefz School of Business welcomes Ted Yang to campus to discuss his experience and what an engineer learned about entrepreneurship. Mandeville Hall, Room 104. Sponsored by the Ernest C. Trefz School of Business.

6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Graduate Info Session. The Graduate Admissions Office invites you to learn about the graduate programs UB has to offer! Wahlstrom Library, 6^th Floor. Sponsored by Admissions Department.

8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc Informational. We will be providing information about our fraternity and outlining the process to apply to join. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Mu Phi Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity.

1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. NAT MED CPR Training. John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Naturopathic Medicine.

7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Bible Study. Study the bible in Mandarin and English. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Bridges Bible Study.

7:22 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Love Games. Participants will be auctioned for dates. Money raised will be donated to support domestic violence awareness and prevention. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Discover Yourself: Mantra and Meditation. Join us in self-discovery through meditation. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 207/209. Sponsored by Indian Student Association.

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Vinyasa & Yin Yoga. Come join us for a session of light exercise and yoga. This class is FREE for all students & faculty. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

2:00 p.m. Trip the “The Big E”. Tickets on sale for the Big E trip start Monday, September 18^th at 8:45pm in the Private Dining Room, right before the SPB meeting.  Stop by and get your ticket for one of the biggest fairs in the Northeast! $15 for students, $20 for guests. Meet at the clock at 2:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Student Programming Board.