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9 a.m.
Seeley Hall
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As students arrive for the start of the academic year at UB, offices across campus are prepared to assist first-year students transition into college life.
Virtual and on-campus activities await the incoming class, beginning on Wednesday, August 18 and concluding with the annual Welcome Back Block Party on Sunday, August 22. Join in and meet new friends that will last a lifetime.
Congratulations as you begin your exciting UB journey!
Check in to your Residence Hall and check out what's in store for the next few days!
9 a.m.
Seeley Hall
Have your first lunch as a Purple Knight!
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Faculty, staff, students and families come together to officially begin the school year.
4 p.m.
Social Room, John J. Cox Student Center
Pedestrian Mall
6 p.m.
Residence Hall Lounges
6 p.m.
The HUB at Marina Dining Hall
8 p.m.
The HUB at Marina Dining Hall
8 p.m.
Seeley Hall
9 a.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Learn more about security on campus and how we can create a community that is safe for everyone.
10:30 a.m.
Mandeville Hall, Various Locations
12 p.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Meet with representatives from local banks, phone companies and other businesses.
12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
The HUB at Marina Dining Hall
1 p.m.
The HUB at Marina Dining Hall
Meet up with your Group Leader to find your classes for the semester and enjoy some treats!
2:30 p.m.
Meet on the Waldemere Lawn dressed to dip in Long Island Sound. We will walk to the beach at Seaside Park (a ten minute walk) Join this first year tradition as a beginning to your time at the University of Bridgeport.
3:30 p.m.
Meet @ Waldemere Lawn
5:30 p.m.
Marina Dining Hall
7:30 p.m.
Wheeler Recreation Center
Meet the faculty members from various academic programs around campus.
10:30 a.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Participate in our first community wide service project of the year.
12 p.m.
Meet @ The HUB at Marina Dining Hall
Meet up with your Group Leader to find your classes for the semester and enjoy some treats!
3 p.m.
Meet @ The HUB at Marina Dining Hall
5 p.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Cool off and chill out!
7 p.m.
Seeley Lawn
9 p.m.
Seeley Hall
Check out the on campus bowling alley for free!
9 p.m.
Student Center, Bowling Alley
11 a.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Compete with your team to bring home the Purple Knight Games Championship.
1 p.m.
5 p.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Play for a chance to win great prizes!
6:30 p.m.
Marina Dining Hall
8 p.m.
Waldemere Lawn
11 a.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Calling all commuter students! Stop by the Commuter Lounge (2nd floor, Student Center) to meet your Commuter Assistants and a chance to win a prize.
2:30 p.m.
Student Center Commuter Lounge
Enjoy great food, games and more! Free for all!
3 p.m.
Pedestrian Mall
Orientation Leaders (OL) and Resident Assistants (RAs) will be available throughout the program including meals. This is an excellent time to speak with an experienced Student Leader and get answers to your questions.
Check in to International Orientation, enjoy continental breakfast and meet other students and staff members.
8:30 a.m.
Mandeville Hall, Lobby
9 a.m.
Mandeville Hall, Room 104
Adapting to life in a new country can be both exciting and challenging. This interactive discussion will help you understand how to cope with adapting to life in the U.S.
9:30 a.m.
Mandeville Hall, Room 104
We regard your safety and security as a top priority. The campus security officer will provide you with tips on safety precautions to protect you and make your families back at home feel at ease.
10:15 a.m.
Mandeville Hall, Room 104
How many credits shall I register for per semester? How can I get employment authorization? Must I attend classes? International Center for Students and Scholars will answer your questions and review immigration requirements for you to maintain your status while studying in the U.S.
10:45 a.m.
Mandeville Hall, Room 104
Learn how to obtain authorization to work on campus.
11:15 a.m.
Mandeville Hall, Room 104
Have your first lunch as a Purple Knight!
11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Representatives from People's United Bank will join us to teach you about banking and taking care of your finances in the US.
12:45 p.m.
Mandeville Hall, Room 104
The staff of the International Center for Students and Scholars will answer your questions.
1:30 p.m.
Mandeville Hall, Room 104
2 p.m.
Heckman Center, 2nd Floor, Wahlstrom
9 a.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Learn more about security on campus and how we can create a community that is safe for everyone.
10:30 a.m.
Mandeville Hall, Various Locations
12 p.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Meet with representatives from local banks, phone companies and other businesses.
12 p.m.-3 p.m.
The HUB at Marina Dining Hall
1 p.m.
The HUB at Marina Dining Hall
Meet up with your Group Leader to find your classes for the semester and enjoy some treats!
2:30 p.m.
Meet on the Waldemere Lawn dressed to dip in Long Island Sound. We will walk to the beach at Seaside Park (a ten minute walk) Join this first year tradition as a beginning to your time at the University of Bridgeport.
3:30 p.m.
Meet @ Waldemere Lawn
5:30 p.m.
Marina Dining Hall
7:30 p.m.
Wheeler Recreation Center
Meet the faculty members from various academic programs around campus.
10:30 a.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Participate in our first community wide service project of the year.
12 p.m.
Meet @ The HUB at Marina Dining Hall
Meet up with your Group Leader to find your classes for the semester and enjoy some treats!
3 p.m.
Meet @ The HUB at Marina Dining Hall
5 p.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Cool off and chill out!
7 p.m.
Seeley Lawn
9 p.m.
Seeley Hall
Check out the on campus bowling alley for free!
9 p.m.
Student Center, Bowling Alley
11 a.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Compete with your team to bring home the Purple Knight Games Championship.
1 p.m.
5 p.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Play for a chance to win great prizes!
6:30 p.m.
Marina Dining Hall
8 p.m.
Waldemere Lawn
11 a.m.
Marina Dining Hall
Calling all commuter students! Stop by the Commuter Lounge (2nd floor, Student Center) to meet your Commuter Assistants and a chance to win a prize.
2:30 p.m.
Student Center Commuter Lounge
Enjoy great food, games and more! Free for all!
3 p.m.
Pedestrian Mall
Orientation Leaders (OL) and Resident Assistants (RAs) will be available throughout the program including meals. This is an excellent time to speak with an experienced Student Leader and get answers to your questions.