The Heckman Center
Wahlstrom Library, 2nd floor
Office of Civic Engagement
The Office of Civic Engagement is dedicated to engaging students in civic action, providing voter education material and programming, centralizing resources, and communicating community partnership opportunities. It is a great place to start for anyone in the UB community to get connected to long-term and short-term volunteer positions and projects, as well as for outside organizations seeking volunteers looking to engage UB community. Visit givepulse.com/group/334013-University-of-Bridgeport to learn more about upcoming service projects and civic events. You may also contact at civicengagement@bridgeport.edu
Office of Career Development
Career Development has a crucial role in preparing students for life after college and in helping alumni through career transitions. We engage freshman through alumni in career preparation and continuing development while providing opportunities for success in a global workplace. We partner with employers to promote and facilitate UB internships and hiring.
Our mission is to:
- Develop students’ professional career exploration knowledge and skill set.
- Connect students to career opportunities.
- Influence UB’s reputation through industry outreach and action.
- Provide an advantage to our students through strategic employer partnerships.
Services
- Career Closet
- Career Exploration & FOCUS 2
- Internship search & Handshake review
- Employment search & Handshake review
- Resume review; Level I: Introduction
- Resume review; Level II: Graduate students and alumni with 2+ years of professional experience
- LinkedIn support
- Cover letter assistance
- Practice interviews
Student Support Services
The Student Support Services Program (SSS) is funded by the Federal TRIO Programs and is designed to identify and provide services to a selective group of college students who meet eligibility criteria. All of our services are available at no cost with the intent of assisting students in accomplishing their goal of graduating from UB.
Services
- Academic assistance to help students develop a plan to achieve their academic goals and to meet their individual needs. Career planning to work with students to recognize career options and to design a strategy for realizing their career goals.
- One-on-one and small group tutoring for reading, writing, study skills, mathematics, science, and other subjects.
- Group study sessions (supplemental instruction) for courses that are challenging for many students.
- Workshops and seminars on topics such as note-taking, time management, developing good study habits, overcoming test anxiety, and stress management, are just a few.
- Financial aid guidance to educate students about their financial aid options, the process of applying for financial aid, and their responsibilities.
Program requirements
The student must be committed to do the following:
- Meet with the academic counselor and learning specialist at least three times each semester. The first meeting must take place within the first four weeks of the semester.
- Attend the orientation/welcome back event at the beginning of each semester.
- Attend a minimum of two SSS sponsored events/workshops each semester.
Office of Student Academic Success
The Office of Student Academic Success is e dedicated to assisting students at University of Bridgeport as they navigate the University. The office provides support through advising services, tutoring, supplemental learning, and academic recovery.
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