On the first Wednesday of every month, the front doors of Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy swing open. Parents, caregivers, and community members come in, not for a presentation or a planned tour, but to see the school as it really … Continue reading Changing the Narrative: The Leadership Journey of Dr. Damon Lewis
At UB’s 116th Commencement ceremonies on May 2, 2026, two graduates were selected to represent the Class of 2026 through student addresses to their classes: undergraduate speaker Ananda Lailah Lindsey and graduate speaker Sebastian Alix-Trabucco. Their speeches captured the shared … Continue reading Meet the Student Speakers Who Represented UB’s Class of 2026
Alfred Civilion Fones founded the dental hygiene profession in Bridgeport in the early 1900s, motivated by something he observed in the city’s schoolchildren. He saw a high incidence of dental caries (commonly known as cavities today) in children attending Bridgeport … Continue reading Where Oral Health Meets Public Health: UB’s Meg Zayan Receives Connecticut’s Top Public Health Honor
On Saturday, May 2, the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater filled with applause, proud families and loved ones, graduates in their caps and gowns, and unmistakable energy as University of Bridgeport (UB) celebrated its 116th Commencement ceremonies. It was a day shaped … Continue reading Celebrating Courage, Resilience, and Purpose at 116th Commencement Ceremonies
University of Bridgeport’s MS in Artificial Intelligence Ranked No. 8 in Nation by TechGuide for 2026 University of Bridgeport’s Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence has been ranked the No. 8 MS in AI program in the nation in TechGuide’s … Continue reading Master’s in Artificial Intelligence Ranked #8 Nationally by TechGuide
Humanitarian, Author Carl Wilkens to Speak at University of Bridgeport Commencement University of Bridgeport (UB) will welcome humanitarian, author, and speaker Carl Wilkens as the keynote speaker for its 2026 Commencement ceremonies, to be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, … Continue reading UB Welcomes Humanitarian Carl Wilkens as 2026 Commencement Speaker
University of Bridgeport (UB) is pleased to announce that Khaled M. Elleithy, Ph.D., dean of the College of Engineering, Business, and Education and distinguished professor of Computer Science and Engineering, has been elected to the Connecticut Academy of Science and … Continue reading UB Dean Elected to CASE for Pioneering AI Contributions
Recent agreements with Waterbury Promise and Bridgeport Promise build on UB’s commitment to local access, affordability, and student success. University of Bridgeport (UB) has expanded its local college-access partnerships by signing new Promise agreements with Waterbury Promise and Bridgeport Promise, … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Expands “Promise” Partnerships to Create Affordable Pathways to a Degree
University of Bridgeport (UB) has signed a partnership agreement with Waterbury Promise, a not-for-profit college access, success, and career readiness program offering scholarships and ongoing support for Waterbury Promise students accepted to UB beginning this fall. UB will offer students … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Forms Partnership with Waterbury Promise to Expand Opportunities for Waterbury Students
As a UB student, Denzel Luna noticed an interesting new trend among some of the student-athletes he knew. A high school friend upgraded from a Honda Civic to a C-Class Mercedes Benz in just six months. “These were 18-year-olds I … Continue reading Filling the Gap: How a UB Alum Built a Tax Tool Athletes Actually Use
Major snowstorms can bring outages, travel issues, cancellations, and delays. If the forecast is calling for snow and dangerously cold temps, your future self would like a quick word. By getting ahead of the weather, you can set yourself up … Continue reading A College Student’s Guide to Surviving a Snowpocalypse
One Nation, Many Journeys: UB Students Work with Grammy-nominated Producers to Bring a Commencement Tradition to the National Stage When Lila Pytel left her middle school classroom at noon on a chilly Tuesday to drive straight to Platinum Room Recorders … Continue reading UB Music Students Work with GRAMMY-Nominated Producers
When Dr. Spring first stepped onto University of Bridgeport’s campus as a Biology major in 2002, she never imagined her career would lead her to become a leader in public health, a mentor to future changemakers, and now a best-selling … Continue reading From UB Student to Best-Selling Author: Dr. Nadine Spring Empowers Future Clinical Researchers
University of Bridgeport (UB) is proud to announce that the Master of Science in Human Nutrition program has earned its eight-year reaccreditation from the Accreditation Council for Professional Nutrition Education (ACNPE). This recognition highlights UB’s commitment to academic excellence, professional … Continue reading University of Bridgeport’s Master of Science in Human Nutrition Program Earns Eight-Year Accreditation
University of Bridgeport (UB) is excited to launch two groundbreaking facilities set to position the school as a regional leader in experiential learning and innovation in the STEM fields. On Friday, October 3, 2025, UB welcomed state representatives, community partners, … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Celebrates the Opening of Cutting-Edge STEM Facilities
Each year, University of Bridgeport’s Physician Assistant Institute (PAI) students travel abroad to Cusco, Peru, on a medical outreach mission designed to expand their cultural competence and clinical skills while providing preventive care and health education in underserved communities. This … Continue reading UB Physician Assistant Students Bring Care and Compassion to Peru
University of Bridgeport’s (UB) master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program is entering a new era of growth and impact, marked by three significant developments: a $2.4M grant from the Health and Human Services Administration (HRSA), the addition of an … Continue reading Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Expands Online Program, Announces New Director, Secures $2.4M Grant to Support Students
They studied, they struggled, and they succeeded. Then they spoke. Meet University of Bridgeport’s 2025 commencement student speakers. In their own words and in front of their peers, these graduates shared what the moment meant to them — and what’s … Continue reading The Legacy They Begin to Build: UB’s 2025 Student Speakers