Orientation Schedule
Day One
Students
9:00-9:30 a.m.
Check in & Breakfast
Welcome to UB! We are so glad you're here.
9:30-10:00 a.m.
Welcome
Meet the 2023 Orientation team and hear greetings from University staff.
10:00-10:30 a.m.
Small Group Time
Get to know your group and your Orientation Leaders.
10:40-11:10 a.m.
Taking Care of Business
Learn important information about financial aid awards, your account, and how the Office of Student Financial Services can assist you. Representatives can also answer your questions about health forms and student IDs.
11:20-11:50 a.m.
Get Connected to UB
Meet the Student Academic Success team! Get logged in and given a tour of canvas, student planner, the Purple Knights app, Live Safe and more!
12:00-12:45 p.m.
Knight's Council
Spend time with members of the faculty for an engaging introduction to academic life at UB.
12:55-1:30 p.m.
Lunch
1:40-2:30 p.m.
Armor Up!
In this interactive session, we will talk about the stresses of college, ways to take care of yourself, and discuss strategies to make a successful college transition.
2:40-3:10 p.m.
Purple Knight Pride Challenge
Sharpen your competetive edge, learn what it means to be a Purple Knight, and bolster your school pride.
3:20-3:50 p.m.
Small Group Time
Learn more about your OL (Orientation Leader) and fellow group members.
4:00-5:30 p.m.
UB in the Community
Community service is an important part of being a Purple Knight. Engage in service and make an impact in Bridgeport!
5:30-5:50 p.m.
Rest & Recharge
Get changed and get refreshed before dinner!
6:00-6:45 p.m.
Dinner
6:45-8:15 p.m.
Campus Scavenger Hunt
Get to know campus a little bit better and be the first group to finish to win a prize!
8:30-10:30 p.m.
Knights at Night Social
Get a sneak peek of what our events are like on campus! Mix and mingle with your new classmates, snag some free giveaways and snacks!
Families
9-9:30 a.m.
Check in & Breakfast
Welcome to UB! We are so glad you’re here.
9:30-10 a.m.
Welcome
Meet the 2023 Orientation team and hear greetings from University staff.
10:10-10:20 a.m.
Family Time
Family members will begin getting to know one another and get an overview of the day.
10:20-10:50 a.m.
Q & A with the President
Meet the President of University of Bridgeport, Dr. Danielle Wilken!
10:55-11:25 a.m.
Safety & Security
Talk with a member of our Campus Security Team and learn all the ways that we ensure our students' safety!
11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Lunch & Resource Fair
Stop by the Resource Fair before lunch to collect handouts and speak to representatives from various departments on campus.
12:15-12:55 p.m.
Pathways to Graduation
Learn about resources available to support your student and how you can best support them in their success!
1-1:30 p.m.
OL Q & A
Current students are the best measuring stick for what awaits your student here at UB. Several outstanding students will discuss their experiences thus far and answer your questions.
1:40-2:10 p.m.
Coffee Break & Parent Round Table
Get to know each other over coffee and learn how you can support each other!
2:20-3:50 p.m.
Campus Tour
Take a tour with your Orientation Leader and learn about our beautiful seaside campus!
4-4:30 p.m.
Dean of Students Round Table Talk
Have all of your questions answered and engage in an interactive discussion about campus with the Dean of Students, Craig Lennon.
4:45-5:45 p.m.
Parent Mix and Mingle w/ staff and faculty
The Office of Advancement invites you to enjoy some snacks and meet faculty and staff around campus that will support your student's success.
5:50 p.m.
Dinner/Family Farewell
Day Two
Students
9:00-9:45 a.m.
Breakfast and Resource Fair
Stop by the Resource Fair to collect handouts and speak to representatives from various departments on campus.
9:55-10:25 a.m.
Small Group Time
Wrap up your time at Orientation
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Closing
You're officially a Purple Knight! Welcome to the UB family.
11:30 a.m.
Check Out
Families
9-9:30 a.m.
Breakfast
9:40-10:15 a.m.
On and Off Campus Life
Get a sense of what it's like to live on campus and navigate life as a commuter.
10:20-10:50 a.m.
Wrap Up
We are here for you! Get the rest of your questions answered and tie up any loose ends.
11-11:25 a.m.
Closing
You're officially part of the Purple Knight family!
11:30 a.m.
Check Out
See you in September!