Are you a person who pays attention to the details and takes a meticulous approach to note-taking? Do you enjoy multitasking, order, and routine? Are you interested in a healthcare career? If you answered yes, you should strongly consider earning … Continue reading Is Getting a Bachelor’s in Medical Lab Science Worth It?
Students interested in pursuing multiple fields of study and obtaining more qualifications for future employers often seek our dual degree programs. Dual degree programs provide candidates with the opportunity to earn two different types of degrees at the same time. … Continue reading What Does an Analytics MBA Dual Degree Entail?
Many students find themselves interested in multiple career paths or degrees. And instead of choosing one path over another, they pursue a double major or earn dual degrees depending on their goals. Graduating with multiple majors or degrees allows students … Continue reading Dual Degree vs. Double Major: What’s the Difference?
With a median annual wage of $77,600, a projected employment growth rate of six percent by 2031, and 203,200 openings projected each year according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, it’s no wonder that nursing is a popular and in-demand … Continue reading ABSN vs. BSN: What’s the Difference?
Students earning their Doctor of Chiropractic degree are likely looking to graduate from chiropractic school, get licensed, and start their businesses. And while this is a typical career path, it’s not the only way to a fulfilling and rewarding career … Continue reading Five Tips for New and Aspiring Chiropractors
Dental hygienists and dentists can restore and promote patients’ oral health. Both jobs focus on preventative care and overall dental health, cleaning teeth, evaluating gums, and providing fluoride. Suppose you are passionate about providing care to your community as an … Continue reading What is the Pre-Dental Hygiene Track?
Pre-nursing programs help many students determine if they are interested in nursing and should pursue a nursing program. And while students do not have to have a pre-nursing major to earn acceptance into a nursing school, these programs can be … Continue reading Why is Pre-Nursing Important?
“Without the incredibly generous assistance from the HRSA scholarship, the stress of finding a way to pay back loans once I graduated would be overwhelming. Over the last semester, I have been able to complete my coursework without the additional … Continue reading Empowering Tomorrow’s Public Health Professionals — How the HRSA Grant is Supporting the Success of UB Graduate Students
University of Bridgeport is dedicated to preparing students with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experiences they need to thrive in their future careers. To ready students for the most in-demand jobs of tomorrow, students begin preparing for their future the … Continue reading Preparing for the Future: Inside University of Bridgeport’s New Career Readiness Course
If you are interested in a career in law enforcement, the correctional system, or the judicial system, you’ve likely come across programs with bachelor’s degrees in Criminal Justice and Criminology. These two terms sound similar, and it is easy to … Continue reading Criminal Justice vs. Criminology: What’s the Difference?
Counselors transform the lives of their clients by helping them cope with the challenges of everyday life. As a result, clients learn to navigate life’s ups and downs, heal past trauma, and love and accept themselves. Individuals interested in this … Continue reading How Long Does It Take to Complete a Master’s in Counseling?
‘Tis the season for college commencement — at universities across the country, students are walking the stage with their caps and gowns to receive a degree they’ve dedicated years and countless hours of work to complete. It is a moment … Continue reading “Smile on Three!” — The Top Spots for UB Commencement Photos
Paying for college can be one of the most stressful parts of higher education (and the application process). But it doesn’t have to be. Every year, millions of students find ways to finance their college tuition, allowing them to follow … Continue reading How to Find Scholarships to Pay for College
In today’s society, figuring out what foods are truly good for you—and which diets are simply fads—can be challenging. Nutritionists provide much-needed clarity on these subjects for their clients. It gets even more complicated when there’s little regulation about who … Continue reading 3 Misconceptions About Nutrition Majors
Few generations have expressed themselves quite like Gen Z. Identity and self-expression are often cited as one of the generation’s hallmark features. For many young people from historically marginalized backgrounds, the embracing of self-identity has encouraged a sense of pride … Continue reading #UBelong at University of Bridgeport’s Annual Drag Brunch
By Marco Bonett Matiz As a University of Bridgeport professor, I encounter many students who have a fear of mathematics. They have often been told and accepted one of several myths about the discipline. Let’s take a look at them. … Continue reading Shattering Math Myths
By Eric D. Lehman Six brand new teams at University of Bridgeport are running, throwing, and leaping into the future. Eager students have joined the men’s and women’s cross country, indoor track and field, and outdoor track and field teams, … Continue reading UB Track and Field Races Toward the Future
Applying for college can feel overwhelming. After all, you’re searching for the right school, taking tests like the ACTs and SATs, filling out applications, and applying for financial aid. During this process, you might find yourself wondering how to pay … Continue reading How to Apply for Financial Aid (including the FAFSA!)