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c a mpus lifeuni v er sit y of br idgeportuni v er sit y of br idgeportDO GREAT THINGSuni v er sit y of br idgeportMake a difference in the world! The Office of Campus Activities andCivic Engagement helps students to connect with meaningful serviceinitiatives. Join the legacy of UB students who have paid it forwardthrough volunteer initiatives with local and national community serviceorganizations, including:American Cancer SocietyHabitat for HumanityBest BuddiesBridgeport LighthouseAfterschool ProgramBig Brothers, Big SistersFriends of the BridgeportAnimal ShelterMarch of DimesSt. Vincent’s HospitalArnold Bernhard Arts and Humanities CenterJust took in a great play at the theater on campus.Marina Dining HallSeaside ParkTotally craving a big, delicious plate of pasta. Goodthing it’s almost time for dinner!So much fun for us to sing and dance along at thebandstand concert.Celebratethe Knight LifeINTERNATIONAL EVENTS ON CAMPUS80Magnus Wahlstrom LibraryHarvey Hubbell GymnasiumEleanor N. Dana HallUB provides an extraordinary college experience. Weembrace our multinational backgrounds and differentheritages, encouraging cultural exchange. You’ll quicklyfit right into our vibrant, high-energy community.JOIN THE CLUB!Can’t wait to play ball as a member of my residencehall team!Science courses are so interesting when professorsexplain real-world applications.Business ClubCivil Rights Activist ClubHealth Sciences CenterChiropractic CollegeLove that I can put my classroom knowledge to useon real patients in the on-campus UB clinics.UB’s state-of-the-art facilities help me learn how to diagnoseconditions and focus on the relationship between thestructure and function of the body.Community Health Peer EducatorsFor more information, visit:bridgeport.edu/lifeCarlson HallThe faculty here really take an interest in mydevelopment as I’m building skills as an educator.The technological resources available here have provided mewith the chance to get involved in cutting-edge research.Gay Straight Allianceuniversitiesin the u.s.Chinese New Year Gala, which features allof the elaborate performances, customs, andcultural traditionsEngineering-Technology BuildingFashion Merchandising ClubInternational Festival, an annualcelebration featuring performances, foodsfrom various countries, cultural presentations,and relevant lecturesPiece of Your World, a series of events thatspotlight a nation through its customs and cuisineLearning more about the body than I ever thoughtI’d know as an undergrad in Human Anatomy Lab.Debate Societytop 10most diversecountriesrepresented in ourstudent bodyCharles A. Dana HallAlternative Spring BreakBuild OnMeeting with my study group to help each other getseriously prepared for our upcoming test.To honor the outstanding diversity of ourstudent body, UB offers many inspiring andengaging cultural activities throughout theyear. Some of these include:DAY AND NIGHT, THERE’S ALWAYSSOMETHING HAPPENINGOpen mic nightsGreek CouncilPoetry readingsModel UNDance-offsMulticultural Student AssociationsArt exhibitionsPurple Light CharityKnights FieldStudent Government AssociationCan you hear us rooting on the soccer team?Go, Knights, go!!!The ScribePlaysFashion showsConcertsUB Art CollectiveUB Wellness ClubTRY OUR TRADITIONS ON FOR SIZEUnited We StepUB CarnivalUniversity SingersHarvest FestivalNorth Hall and South Halland more.International Students BBQA central campus location means everything isclose by!Traffic Jam DanceTaste of the World{11} UBUB {12}UB {13}Meet the GreeksUB {14}

pur ple k night athletics40Kmeal kitsWhere Purple Reignsserved during annualmlk day serviceUB’s electrifying athletic environment means you are alwayspart of the action. Give it your all playing for a team or loseyour voice cheering the UB Purple Knights on to victory.There are also plenty of on-campus activities in which youcan get involved to stay fit and healthy.7 greekorganizationson campus3rdstraightecc championswomen’s volleyballNCAA Division IIMen’s TeamsNCAA Division IIWomen’s TeamsBaseballBasketballBasketballCross CountryCross mural sports provide a greatway to make friends and competein a recreational setting. There arelots of options, so join and get yourgame on!Fall SportsCo-ed SoccerCo-ed VolleyballCricketSoftballtrips topuerto rico,losandangelesmore onINTRAMURAL ACTIONFlag FootballSwimmingSpring SportsVolleyball3-on-3 Basketballalternative breakJUMP-START YOUR FITNESS ROUTINE5-on-5 BasketballThe Wheeler Recreation Center offers a broad array of ways to promote yourhealth and well-being—and ensure you have a lot of fun being active! You canwork out on your own, meet up with friends for a game, or take a class in yoga,aerobics, or kickboxing.Co-ed VolleyballCricketRacquetballWiffleballOur facilities include: Six-lane swimming pool Three multipurpose courtsRUBEN GIMENEZ, COMPUTER SCIENCEMAJOR, MEN’S SWIMMINGecc s soccer113rdstraightecc championsmen’s basketball{15} UBComing to the United States to attend collegewas a big decision for Ruben Gimenez, whosehometown is Burgos, Spain. The easy part waschoosing UB! One major draw was the greatvariety of academic programs available here,since Gimenez wasn’t sure what he wantedto study. Once here, he discovered a passionfor computer science and made it his major.The other appeal of UB for Gimenez was theopportunity to join the men’s varsity swimteam. Being on the team was a highlight ofthis talented swimmer’s college experience.Gimenez certainly made UB proud when hewon the National Championship meet in the200 medley relay with his teammates in 2014. Weight room Martial arts studio Racquetball court Cardio theater Sauna Steam roomFor more information, visit:bridgeport.edu/athletics2014 academicall-america of the yearncaa division iimen’s swim teamcollegiatenationalchampionships6 consecutive winswomen’s gymnasticsUB {17}

c a r eer dev elopmentuni v er sit y of br idgeportAdvance to aRewarding CareerAt UB, our mission is to prepare you for a successful future.You will acquire the necessary skills to fully equip you to eithercontinue your studies in graduate school or gain employmentdoing what you love. We help you determine just the rightpath to lead you to the career of your dreams.CENTER FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENTOur staff places an emphasis on expanding your networking skills and teachingyou to build a strong résumé. The preparation we provide helps you enter theworkplace with confidence. We offer: One-on-one meetings with a career counselor to discuss how you can best reachyour career goals11fairfield countycompanies onfortune500 list Career fairs and on-campus events with representation from a wide rangeof companies to help you secure a job offer before graduation Personality and interest-assessment tests to match you to the right career Interview training to develop your skills and increase your comfort level A social media presence and software program providing you with greateraccess to networking opportunities, job search links and postings, and virtualrésumé-building toolsFor more information, visit:bridgeport.edu/careerINCREDIBLE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIESThe University of Bridgeport can help you find the perfect internship for you.You can apply the knowledge you’ve gained in the classroom and learn evenmore on the job. It’s also a great opportunity to make important contacts inyour industry. Some of the internships our students have recently participatedin include placements at the following companies:Amazon.com, Inc.Nestlé Waters North AmericaBanana RepublicPitney Bowes Inc.BlackRock, Inc.PricewaterhouseCoopersCantor Fitzgerald, L.P.PSEGChelsea PiersSan Francisco GiantsGeneral ElectricWarner Bros. Entertainment Inc.Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.Yale New Haven Health SystemNBCUniversal, Inc.{18} UB15Kin the ubalumni networkWHAT ARE TWO WORDS YOU CAN’TWAIT TO HEAR? YOU’RE HIRED!At UB, you gain necessary skills,important training, and valuablenetworking opportunities to prepare youfor a successful career. Your hard workpays off when you get that job offer. Ourstudents typically find employment soonafter graduation with large and smallbusinesses, global corporations, financialinstitutions, technology firms, healthcarefacilities, and so much more.ONE HOUR TO THE CITYTHAT NEVER SLEEPSOur proximity to New York City offersyou tremendous advantages. You’ll enjoyeasy access to a multitude of opportunitiesin every field of employment imaginable.To enable you to connect, we maintaina vast network of contacts within theseindustries—invaluable for internship andjob placement.UB {19}

r esidence life400 5 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOWABOUT LIVING ON CAMPUSprograms&sponsoredeventseachA Campusto Call Home1. No car to get around campus and the greaterBridgeport area? UB offers a free shuttle serviceand students ride free on the city bus. You canalso rent a Zipcar cheaply right on campus.year in theresidence hallsLiving in our residence halls offers UB students all of thebenefits of the quintessential college experience. Convenientlylocated within walking distance to the center of campus,the residence halls provide a thoroughly comfortable livingenvironment. You will become part of a welcoming, close-knitcommunity of active campus members.CONNECTED, CONVENIENT, COMFORTABLE—THERE ARE MAJOR PERKS TO LIVING ON CAMPUS2. Through UB’s linen purchase program, you canfind sheets that are guaranteed to fit extra-longbeds. Save money and have your linens waitingfor you when you arrive on campus!GREAT AMENITIES3. More than 30 local restaurants will deliver tocampus. Choose from Mexican, Thai, Indian,pizza, sushi, and more.WiFiCable TV service4. Common spaces in the residence halls includeflat-screen TVs and ping pong, foosball or pooltables, as well as community kitchens andfree laundry.24-hour securityStudy lounges on each floorFree laundry facilities5. At UB, your security is our priority. Eachstudent receives a PAL (Personal AlarmLocator), a device that allows you to alertcampus security of any on-campus emergencyand get help immediately.MicrofridgeResidence hall selection for freshmen includes:Barnum HallCooper Hall Fantastic views of the Long Island Soundand Seaside Park Recently renovated co-ed building Traditional co-ed style residence hall Houses approximately 100 students on three upper floors Houses approximately 200 students Each floor has a common area lounge, kitchenette, andlaundry machines Features a game room, laundry room, communitykitchen, and television loungeSO MUCH FOOD FOR THOUGHT Smallest of the residence hallsCampus dining offers multiple locations with a wide range of menu choicesthat will satisfy every appetite. They are all within walking distance fromanywhere on campus.Seeley HallBodine Hall Overlooks Knight’s Field Impressive views of the Long Island Soundand Seaside Park Largest residence hall on campus Traditional co-ed residence hall Traditional co-ed building with eight floors Houses approximately 200 students Houses approximately 400 students Features a game room, laundry room,community kitchen, and television lounge Offers a game room with a pool table and big screentelevision, laundry room, and community kitchenFirst Year Achievement Program (FYA) Located inBodine Hall, the FYA program was created to providefirst-year students with a comprehensive supportsystem for academic success. It offers educationalprogramming, personal attention from first-yearmentors, referrals for studying and support services,and more.{20} UBFresh Tossed CafeLocated on the lower level of the JohnJ. Cox Student Center, this new eateryprovides healthy, made-to-order options. American, vegetarian,and international cuisine Salad toss Soup and salad bar Pho Sandwich bar Blended fruit smoothies Bread and grain bar Freshly brewed Starbucks coffee Pasta barFor more information, visit:bridgeport.edu/reslife Dessert barThe hUB@MarinaThe new food court locatedwithin Marina offers WiFiand comfortable seating.UNIQUE LIVING EXPERIENCESAcademic Excellence This is a round-the-clockquiet hours living community located in Cooper Hall.It is well-suited for students seeking housing wherethey can concentrate on their academic studies withlittle disturbance.Marina Dining HallThe recently renovated maincampus dining hall with expansiveviews of Long Island Sound.Compass This living community, located in BarnumHall, was designed for students with a strong focus oncareer development. Compass residents attend specialacademic support and career-oriented programs andreceive opportunities to network with alumni and localbusiness leaders.UB the Change Located in Seeley Hall, this communityis intended for students with a clear interest incommunity service, service learning, civic engagement,and social justice. All UB the Change residents performfour hours of community service per week in local orcampus initiatives.SOMETHING FOR EVERYONEDo you have a medically restricteddiet? A lifestyle or cultural needto avoid certain foods? No worries,we’ve got you covered. Our varieddietary options include: PaninisKnight’s PantryOur on-campus store is also convenientlylocated on the lower level of the JohnJ. Cox Student Center. Natural and organic products Kosher and Halal certified products South-of-the border fare Non-GMO certified products Standard American favorites Snacks Southeast Asian-style cuisine Fresh fruits and vegetablesCafé ScribeThis popular spot is found on thefirst floor of Wahlstrom Library. Coffees and other beverages Fresh pastriesGluten-freeLow-sugar SandwichesHalalVegan SaladsKosherVegetarian Pre-packaged meals Health and beauty aidsFor more information, visit:bridgeport.edu/diningUB {21}

in the a r e aTHERE’SDOuni v erSOsitMUCHy of TObr idgeportEVERY SEASON AT UBA Location Packedwith PersonalitySummer’s a breeze in the localsand and surf at Penfield andJennings BeachesFall fun includes going to a nearbyorchard for a day of apple pickingand enjoying some traditionalNew England apple ciderFull of classic New England beauty and charm, our regionof Connecticut is a vibrant and fun place to live and learn.You’ll enjoy gorgeous coastlines, historic attractions, andunique entertainment venues—all right here in andaround Bridgeport.Winter makes you want to headfor the mountains so you can ski,snowboard, and go tubingSpring brings out the adventurersready to hike at one of the many scenicparks or go tree climbing, zip-lining,and loving the view from aerial trailsacross the forest at Adventure Parkat the Discovery MuseumFor more information, visit:bridgeport.edu/locationWHAT’S AROUND TOWN Pepe’s Pizza named number one in the Top 101 Best Pizzas in America Sports enthusiasts can dive into the local action by attending BridgeportBluefish baseball and Sound Tigers hockey games Improv comedy, live theater, and musical performances are a few of theentertainment options at the historic Bijou Theatre1 hour Whether your musical tastes run toward reggae, rock, jazz, or indie pop,The Fairfield Theatre’s multiple venues have shows you’ll lovefrom new york city’sresources A quick train ride takes you to local towns including New Haven and Stamfordfor a fun change of scenery to shop, dine, or check out entertainment venues Gathering of the Vibes draws 20,000 music fans per day to their summermusic festival at Seaside Park Animal lovers can have a great time monkeying around at the Beardsley Zooor getting to know more than 1,200 marine animals at the Maritime Aquarium The dynamic, up-and-coming arts scene in Bridgeport includes a wide varietyof galleries and theaters as well as exciting events such as Bridgeport ArtsFest and Bridgeport Art Trail The Barnum Museum features numerous artifacts from the showmanP.T. Barnum and his world-famous circus actsTOURIST TIME: VISIT THE BIG CITYNew York City is just an hour away from Bridgeport andeasy to reach by car or train.Bridgeport boasts1,300 acres of public parks50acresof seaside campus onthe long island soundHead to New York City to: Take in a Broadway show Catch a game at Yankee Stadium Go on a shopping spree in SoHo or Greenwich Village Ice skate around the Rink at Rockefeller Center Stroll along the High Line for spectacular views of the skyline and river See a show at the world-famous Radio City Music Hall{22} UBThe Barnum MuseumGathering of the VibesBeardsley ZooUB {23}

fina nci a l a id a nd schol a r shipsThe BestInvestment is YouWe firmly believe that your achievements should berecognized and rewarded. That’s why our goal is to makean exceptional private education affordable to all students.Regardless of your income, academic and need-basedassistance is tailored to meet your academic priorities andfinancial needs.VISITOne of the best ways to determinewhether a university is the right fitfor you is to come see it for yourself!Explore our top-notch facilities andincredible resources, and discovera welcoming community rich inculture and diversity.TUITION AND FINANCIAL AID98%of studentsreceivefinancial aidand scholarshipsFAFSACODE001416fafsa.ed.govLEARN MOREBRIDGEPORT.EDU/FINAIDThe University of Bridgeport is committed to furnishing students withknowledge about financial assistance to ensure that cost does not have to bean obstacle. The Office of Student Financial Services will help you navigateand understand the financial aid process and identify the financial toolsavailable to meet your academic priorities and financial needs.Go to bridgeport.edu/visit orcontact our Office of Admissionsat (203) 576-4552 oradmit@bridgeport.edu.We participate in a variety of federal, state, and private programs that offerloans, grants, and other awards to students who demonstrate financial need,superior academic achievement, or other circumstances that may impacttheir ability to seek an education at the University of Bridgeport. Campus tourIf you are interested in applying for federal assistance, you will need tocomplete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA),which is available online at fafsa.ed.gov. The University of Bridgeport’sFederal School Code is 001416.SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIESThe University of Bridgeportfeatures both academic and needbased scholarships tailored tomeet academic priorities andfinancial needs.Academic Scholarships are basedon incoming GPA and test scores(SAT or ACT). UB also offersPortfolio Scholarships for Designand Fashion Merchandising majors,the opportunity to audition for aMusic Scholarship for Music majors,and Athletic Scholarships to thoseathletes who qualify. Transferstudents are also eligible to receivespecial transfer scholarships.Freshmen Scholarships:Trustee Scholarship: 22,000Presidential Scholarship: 17,000Honor Scholarship: 15,000Challenge Grant: 9,000Transfer Scholarships:Transfer Trustee Scholarship: 16,000Transfer Presidenti

UB's School of Nursing offers a convenient program with many online courses for completing your Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. You already possess compassion and commitment—essential qualities for good nurses—now you can attain the ideal degree you need to advance your career. For more information, visit: bridgeport.edu/nursing