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Philosophy Committee

WIN A FREE T-SHIRT! 

The Philosophy Committee is having its 1st Annual T-shirt Design Contest! Open to Students and Faculty. Contest winner will receive a free T-shirt with their design on it! In addition, the winning design will be produced and sold throughout the year to UBCNM students and faculty. All profits from T-shirt sales will be reinvested into Philosophy Committee events which brings Naturopathic Medical philosophy to the forefront of our practice in fun and engaging ways.

Deadline is October 30th 

For information about submission and design guidelines please click here. You can also email any questions to eszeinba@my.bridgeport.edu

Volunteer Opportunities

Connecticut Food Bank

October 19^th

Bus will leave UB at 12:30 p.m. and return by 3:30 p.m.

Volunteers will sort food at the Fairfield warehouse of the Connecticut Food Bank. To sign up, please email Jennifer Turner at jenniftu@bridgeport.edu

Lights On After School

October 26^th

3:30-5:30 p.m.

Wakeman Boys & Girls Club

Volunteers are needed to work this fun after school even at Wakeman Boys & Girls Club at 2414 Fairfield Ave. If interested, please contact Jennifer Turner at jenniftu@bridgeport.edu

Wakeman Boys & Girls Club

Volunteer are needed to assist with the educational and recreational programs at Claytor Magnet Academy. Volunteers must commit to at least one day a week, 3:15-5:30 p.m.  If interested, contact Jennifer Turner at jenniftu@bridgeport.edu

12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.  Think Pink Week.  October is breast cancer awareness month but BSA would like to dedicate Think Pink Week to bring awareness of Breast Cancer to the UB community.  Marina Dining Hall, The Hub.  Sponsored by Black Student Alliance.      

5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Vinyasa and Yin Yoga. Join us for a session of light exercise and yoga. This class is free for all students and faculty. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

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

9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. SPB Meeting. We need your help creating the events that will live in your memories forever. Join us, give feedback and have fun! John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by the Student Programming Board.

11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Coffee from the Farms Information Table. We are hosting an informational to spread awareness of current projects we are working on. Marina Dining Hall,  The Hub. Sponsored by Coffee from the Farms.

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Naturopathic Christian Fellowship. END Hall, Room 106. Sponsored by UBCNM NSGA.

12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.  Think Pink Week.  October is breast cancer awareness month but BSA would like to dedicate Think Pink Week to bring awareness of Breast Cancer to the UB community.  Marina Dining Hall, The Hub.  Sponsored by Black Student Alliance.      

12:20 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. Junior Achievement Information Session. Do you like working with youth? Do you want to give back to your community? Consider becoming a Junior Achievement Volunteer! This information session is an opportunity to learn more about what it entails to be a JA Volunteer. No commitment required, and feel free to bring a friend! Wahlstrom Library, Discovery Pavilion. Sponsored by the Office of Campus Activities and Civic Engagement.

12:20 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. Yoga and Meditation. Join us for a session of light exercise and yoga. This class is free for all students and faculty. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

12:20 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. Stress Management. Need help dealing with your stress? Learn what to expect from mindfulness, how it differs from relaxation and how simple techniques can be woven into your everyday life to improve your emotional and physical well-being. Wahlstrom Library, 500C. Sponsored by the Academic Advising Center.

4:00 p.m. Men’s Soccer vs Wilmington. Knights Field.

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

6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. M.A.L.E.S Meeting. Join us to discuss future events and community service. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 207/209. Sponsored by Men Achieving Leadership Excellence and Success.

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

7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. BuildOn Meeting. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by BuildOn.

7:45 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. CSA Meeting. Students will come together to brainstorm fundraising ideas and possible collaborations. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 207/209. Sponsored by the Caribbean Service Association.

8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. UB Ballroom Dance Team Practice. Members will learn a variety of ballroom dances for future competitions. ABC Building, Room 110. Sponsored by the UB Ballroom Dance Team.

8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. ASA Meeting. Find out more about the African Student Association and our upcoming events. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by the African Student Association.

8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Haitian Jeopardy. Test your knowledge about Haitian culture! John J. Cox Student Center, Great Room. Sponsored by Haitian Student Association.

9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. United We Step Practice. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by United We Step.

12:20 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. Burlap Sack Candy Bags. Come out and make candy bags and walk away with free candy.  Marina Dining Hall, The Hub. Sponsored by the Student Programming Board.

12:20 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. Meditation with Professor Oropall. Join us for a session of light exercise and yoga. This class is free for all students and faculty. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Victim's Advocacy. Victim’s advocacy for intimate partner violence and for sexual assault support. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the Title IX Office.

3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Take A Break with the Dean of Students’ Office. Enjoy a free snack and take a break with the Dean of Students’ team. Wahlstrom Library, Lobby. Sponsored by Student Affairs.

4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Yoga with Professor Oropall. Join us for a session of light exercise and yoga. This class is free for all students and faculty. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

6:00 p.m. Women’s Soccer vs NYIT. Knights Field.

6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Take Back the Night. This women’s march is to raise awareness of sexual violence and to show our solidarity towards those who have been affected. Come share your story and show your support. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Student Health Services.

7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Junior Achievement Information Session. Do you like working with youth? Do you want to give back to your community? Consider becoming a Junior Achievement Volunteer! This information session is an opportunity to learn more about what it entails to be a JA Volunteer. No commitment required, and feel free to bring a friend! Wahlstrom Library, Discovery Pavilion. Sponsored by the Office of Campus Activities and Civic Engagement.

8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Kween Au Naturale General Meeting. John J. Cox Student Center, Room 207/209. Sponsored by Kween Au Naturale.

8:45 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Global Affairs Society General Meeting. Join us for our Global Affairs Society meeting to discuss interesting international issues. Carlson Hall, Room 152. Sponsored by the Global Affairs Society.

9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Mr. & Mrs. Sexology Meeting. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Sexology.

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Auditions for International Talent and Fashion Show.  Student Center, Social Room.  Sponsored by International Center for Students and Scholars.

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Power Yoga with Guided Relaxation. Join us for a session of light exercise and yoga. This class is free for all students and faculty. John J. Cox Student Center, Commuter Lounge. Sponsored by the UB Wellness Club.

12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.  Kiss Away Breast Cancer.  Join the sisters of Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc. to heighten awareness about breast cancer.  Marina Dining Hall, The Hub.  Sponsored by Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc.

4:30 p.m.  Rethinking the Monster.  Necessary Voices will host a lecture by Dr. Aaron Perkus, Deputy Provost of the University of Bridgeport, entitled "Rethinking the Monster in Modern Literary Adaptation." In it, he will reveal how the notion of monsters--an idea birthed in ancient myth by the forces of fear and desire--has taken on a new life in the twenty-first-century imagination.  This lecture is open to the whole UB community.  Mandeville Hall, Room 104.  Sponsored by Necessary Voices.

7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Arabic Language Session. Learn about the Arabic culture and heritage, as well as how to read and write in basic Arabic. Carlson Hall, Room 252. Sponsored by the Muslim Student Association.

7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Carving Out a Good Time. Student will be able to decorate pumpkins by carving and painting them. $3 to paint a pumpkin, $5 for a pumpkin and snacks. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by the UNICEF and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

7:00 p.m. Trip to Fright Haven. Get into the Halloween spirit! Join us for a night of thrills and chills.  $5 for students, $10 for guests.  Tickets go on sale Monday, October 16^th in Room 228 of the Student Center. Meet at the clock at 7:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Student Programming Board.

8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. UB Ballroom Dance Team Practice. Members will practice for upcoming competitions. ABC Building, Room 110. Sponsored by the UB Ballroom Dance Team.

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

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Design for Non-Designers. We will teach basic design to the UB Community. Our goal is to improve projects, resumes, flyers, presentations and anything else that needs design. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by the Graphic Design Club.

5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Art Show Opening. ABC Building, Art Gallery. Sponsored by SASD.

7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Bible Study. John J. Cox Student Center, Private Dining Room. Sponsored by Bridges Bible Study.

10:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. Traffic Jam. Join us for our annual dance party! $5 for students in advance, $7 at the door, $7 for guests.  All guests must be registered in advance by emailing bridgeportspb@gmail.com. John J. Cox Student Center, Social Room. Sponsored by Student Programming Board.

12:00 p.m. Women’s Volleyball vs Daemen. Hubbell Gymnasium.

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

5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Monsters Mash Party. Chaffee Hall. Sponsored by the Office of Housing, Residential Life and Community Standards.