College of Health Sciences Dean Michael Ciolfi has lived many lives and has the accomplishments (and the degrees) to show for it. His wide, interesting array of experiences makes him a unique and formidable leader in healthcare education. He has … Continue reading Patient-Centered Care: Dean Michael Ciolfi Brings Strategic Planning to UB Health Sciences
“Memory is a thing; remembering is an action, ongoing. We pause and reflect, let scenes take shape, then relive them.” Amy Nawrocki, The Comet’s Tail As with many roles in higher education, the exact duties of a dean remain a … Continue reading The Art of Narrative Healing — Dean Amy Nawrocki’s Journey to Inspiring Student Success
Lesly Valbrun, Board Certified Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine and UB alumnus, found his calling as a professor and clinical care provider through UB’s post-graduate Neuromusculoskeletal Orthopedic Residency program. Still, the passion and care Dr. Valbrun brings to the clinic and … Continue reading Comprehensive Care in the Community — An Interview with UB Chiropractic Clinical Educator and NAACP President Dr. Lesly Valbrun, DC MPH MBA(c) DIANM
On May 16, 2023, University of Bridgeport alumni Aytekin Tank celebrated the publication of his first book, Automate Your Busywork. In its scope, the book explores and explains how people can boost their productivity by eliminating lengthy and repetitive tasks … Continue reading Reclaim Your Time with UB Alumni Aytekin Tank’s New Book, Automate Your Busywork
Learn how UB senior Shammah Matasva, a Computer Science major, has landed his dream job: working as a software development engineer for Amazon. Continue reading Amazon Internship Leads to “Dream Job” for UB Student
Read our Q&A with Suschna Scott ’10. Continue reading Alumni Spotlight: Suschna Scott
For Andrew and Ximena Francella P’21, the best part of their son Andrew’s attending the University of Bridgeport is how the school inspires a drive for success with a sense of purpose. Continue reading Donor Profile: Dr. Andrew Francella and Mrs. Ximena Francella, P’21
Meet Nicqueva Haughton, a new member of the alumni community at the University of Bridgeport. Continue reading Graduate Spotlight: Nicqueva Haughton
Dr. Israel Helfand ’80 and his wife Cathie, ’81 not only met at the University of Bridgeport, the power couple found business partners in each other after taking an introduction to counseling course at UB’s seaside campus. Continue reading Alumni Spotlight: Israel ’80 and Cathie ’81 Helfand
Learn about Professor Susan Ferency’s journey to a first-generation teacher, and the advice she has for future first generation students to come. Continue reading First Generation Faculty Spotlight: Susan Ferency
Learn how students such as future lawyer, Ashlica Malcolm, have consistently found a place to thrive at University of Bridgeport. Continue reading First Generation College Students Find Homes at UB
By her own accounting, Marissa Weeks spends about 60 hours a week working to become a physician assistant. Continue reading Physician Assistant student wins fellowship to Washington, D.C.