It’s day one of the new semester, and you see it…staring ominously from the syllabus, it lurks in eager waiting…haunting unlit corners of your lecture hall, the beast inches closer every class until one day, it strikes — sinking its … Continue reading 7 Strategies for Taking Group Projects by Storm
While the median annual wage for middle school teachers hovers around $60,000, the top ten percent earn over six figures! And the same is true for high school teachers — the median annual wage is slightly higher, at $62,360, but … Continue reading What You’ll Learn in a Secondary Education Master’s Program
In a world where safety is top of mind, we turn to protective service professionals, such as police and detectives, forensic psychologists, security guards, correctional officers, and our criminal justice system to protect ourselves and our communities. According to the … Continue reading How Long Does it Take to Earn Your Master’s in Criminal Justice?
Students choose to transfer colleges for many reasons, including cost-effectiveness, proximity to home, pursuing a new major, or seeking a better campus experience. Whatever the reason, transferring colleges is more common, normal, and easier than ever before. However, one common … Continue reading Important College Transfer Resources for Academic Success
By Randy Laist, chair of the English department A dying dog. A falling leaf. Your own image in the mirror. The pain of injustice. The headache that won’t go away. The infinite mysteries of time itself. These are only a … Continue reading Groundswell, UB’s Art & Lit Magazine, Celebrates Student Voices in New Issue
Since 2005, crimes reported on college campuses have declined by more than 50%. Great news, right? Still, we understand that no matter what the statistics say, any parent sending their child off to college will have nagging concerns. As students … Continue reading 10 Essential Safety Tips Every College Parent Should Know
According to Gallup’s most recent report on the “State of the American Workplace,” only 21% of employees feel strongly that their managers motivate them to do outstanding work. In that same Gallup survey, Americans cited management and leadership as one … Continue reading Unlocking the Leader Within Through Collaborative Learning
When former Georgetown University Hoyas coach James Howard arrived on UB’s campus in 2023, he knew that he had been brought here for a reason. “We are trying to rebuild and restore the young women’s confidence here,” he says. After … Continue reading Next-Play Mentality: James Howard Rebuilds the UB Women’s Basketball Team
In fall 2023, University of Bridgeport’s Dr. Khaled Elleithy was listed as one of the world’s top 2% career-long cited scientists in all fields. This distinction was based on more than 400 research papers published in national and international journals … Continue reading Dean Elleithy Takes UB Engineering onto the Global Stage and into the Future
University of Bridgeport (UB) was proud to host representatives from Connecticut Foodshare and Stop & Shop for the opening of a new location of its campus food pantry, Knight’s Pantry, on February 21, 2024. The event included a ribbon-cutting ceremony … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Hosts Partners from CT Foodshare and Stop & Shop at Ribbon-Cutting for Renovated Student Food Pantry
Driven by an increasing awareness of the importance of mental health and a demand for qualified professionals to provide support and guidance, the field of counseling is growing. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the employment growth … Continue reading 4 Signs You Should Pursue a Master’s in Counseling Education
The field of criminal justice is broad and includes many interesting career paths, offering unique challenges, rewards, and high earning potential. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual wage for protective service occupations is $45,450. … Continue reading Master’s in Criminal Justice Salary Guide
Transferring colleges can be an exciting strategic decision for students looking for a better fit for their academic and personal goals. In fact, students transfer colleges for a variety of reasons, including a change in major, the search for a … Continue reading A Guide to Crafting a Strong Transfer Application
Demand for dental services is becoming increasingly important as people understand the value of oral health, overall well-being, and the needs of an aging population. These needs, in turn, boost dental services and dental hygiene fields with fulfilling career opportunities. … Continue reading What to Look for in the Best Dental Hygiene Schools
In an ever-expanding world driven by data, people who can analyze that data are more valuable than ever. Companies need data analysts, and they are ready to pay for them. If that sounds like a career path for you, then … Continue reading 6 High-Paying Jobs with a Master’s in Analytics and Systems
Growing interest in the link between chiropractic care and athletics highlights its potential to enhance sports performance beyond traditional methods. This article explores how chiropractic care goes beyond treating back pain to optimize your body’s functions and ultimately improve athletic … Continue reading The Role of Chiropractic Care in Sports Performance
Becoming a nurse is an exciting decision, often challenging when choosing the right educational path. But as far as nursing education options go, accelerated nursing programs stand out as a focused choice, compressing the timeline to as little as 15 … Continue reading 7 Tips for Excelling in an Accelerated Nursing Program in CT
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Psychology is an exciting opportunity to learn why people think and behave the way they do. But you might be wondering how long earning that degree will take. And not every student can commit the … Continue reading How Long Does it Take to Complete a Bachelor’s in Psychology?