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
By: Michael Ciolfi, DC, MBA, Stephanie Staffey As of 2025, adults aged 65 and older make up 20% of Connecticut’s population — a statistic that speaks volumes about the growing demand for inclusive, lifelong learning opportunities. In an era … Continue reading Lifelong Learning, Limitless Possibilities — UB’s Path as an Age-Friendly University
University of Bridgeport’s department of Athletics is proud to announce the selection of three exceptional Purple Knights for induction into UB’s Athletic Hall of Fame this fall. The Class of 2025 is comprised of Annagrazia Bonsanti (Swimming, ’18), Gabrielle Valela … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Announces Class of 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame
University of Bridgeport’s director of athletics, Anthony Vitti, has announced the hiring of Ryan McAleavey as the new head coach of the Purple Knights’ men’s lacrosse program. McAleavey will take over a UB squad that just completed its third season … Continue reading Bridgeport Names Ryan McAleavey to Lead the Men’s Lacrosse Program
University of Bridgeport (UB) men’s basketball legend Lambert Shell (’92, ’96, ’08) was announced as a member of the Small College Basketball’s Hall of Fame Class of 2025. He will officially be inducted on Friday, Oct. 31, inside the Branscomb … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Alum Named to Small College Basketball Hall of Fame
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
2025 Graduates challenged to shape the future and build enduring legacies On Saturday, May 3, University of Bridgeport’s (UB) community gathered at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater for the University’s 115th commencement ceremonies. While grey clouds gradually overtook sunny skies, the … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Celebrates a Day of Triumph and Inspiration at 115th Commencement Ceremonies
University of Bridgeport (UB) will honor distinguished leaders from the NFL and the business world during its 2025 Commencement ceremonies, to be held Saturday, May 3 at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James … Continue reading NFL Athlete, Healthcare Executive to Speak at University of Bridgeport Commencement Ceremonies
LA Chargers (NFL) Safety Derwin James Jr. to address crowd at UB undergraduate ceremony University of Bridgeport (UB) is proud to announce Derwin James Jr., an NFL safety for the Los Angeles Chargers, as the undergraduate commencement speaker at the … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Names 2025 Undergraduate Commencement Speaker
At University of Bridgeport (UB), the impact of philanthropy is more than just financial — it’s about fostering dreams, creating opportunities, and shaping futures. Recently, UB hosted a dinner that brought together scholarship recipients and their generous benefactors, celebrating the … Continue reading Celebrating Success: A Night of Gratitude and Aspiration at University of Bridgeport
Ponce Health Sciences University and University of Bridgeport Announce New Partnership to Expand Healthcare Career Opportunities Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) and University of Bridgeport (UB) are proud to announce an innovative partnership to deliver a Master of Science … Continue reading Announcing a New Partnership With Ponce Health Sciences University
In November of 2023, University of Bridgeport’s undergraduate Finance program earned its CFA affiliation through the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute, becoming one of only 277 colleges and universities in the U.S. to hold this honor. The CFA Institute is a … Continue reading UB’s Trefz School of Business CFA Designation Adds to Career Readiness
Every student’s journey to higher education is their own, but some stand out for their unique nature. For Fadil Baco, the path to UB wasn’t straightforward. It’s precisely the twists and turns that make his story of resilience, determination, and … Continue reading From Benin to Bridgeport: Fadil’s Story
University of Bridgeport (UB) is excited to announce the expansion of its varsity athletic offerings with the addition of men’s and women’s Rowing in the fall of 2025. The launch of this program is being made possible through a generous … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Launches Varsity Rowing Teams, Beginning Fall 2025
In today’s fast-paced academic world, ambitious high schoolers seek ways to stand out on their college applications — striving to gain college credits and save on tuition while getting a head start on their higher education. One increasingly popular avenue … Continue reading Concurrent Undergraduate Enrollment (CUE): A Head Start for High School Students
Hartford HealthCare Partners with University of Bridgeport to Expand On-Campus Care BRIDGEPORT, CT- Hartford HealthCare and University of Bridgeport announce a partnership that will bring comprehensive healthcare services on campus as part of the health system’s Campus Cares Program. … Continue reading Hartford HealthCare Partners with UB to Expand On-Campus Care
Goodwin University and University of Bridgeport Issue Tax-Exempt Social Bonds to Improve Access to Education for Underserved and Low-Income Students Goodwin University and University of Bridgeport are proud to announce they have successfully closed the sale of a $47 … Continue reading UB and Goodwin Issue Tax-Exempt Social Bonds to Improve Student Access to Education
This year, in conjunction with National Public Health Week, University of Bridgeport’s annual day of Research, Innovation, Scholarship, and Entrepreneurship (UB RISE) illuminated the problems facing — and potential solutions for — global public health. At the event, more than … Continue reading UB RISE Shines a Spotlight on Public Health