University of Bridgeport
| University of Bridgeport | |
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| Established | 1927 |
| Type | Private |
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| City | Bridgeport |
| State | Connecticut |
| Country | United States |
| Campus | Urban |
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The University of Bridgeport (UB) is a private university located in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Established in 1927, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
History
The University of Bridgeport was founded in 1927 as the Junior College of Connecticut, the first junior college chartered by a legislature in the northeastern United States. In 1947, it became a four-year institution and was renamed the University of Bridgeport.
Campus
The university's main campus is situated in an urban setting in the South End of Bridgeport, overlooking Long Island Sound. The campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the Arnold Bernhard Arts and Humanities Center, the Wahlstrom Library, and the Ernest C. Trefz School of Business.
Academics
The University of Bridgeport offers a variety of academic programs through its various colleges and schools, including:
- College of Engineering, Business, and Education
- College of Health Sciences
- College of Public and International Affairs
- School of Arts and Sciences
- Fones School of Dental Hygiene
The university is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Student Life
The University of Bridgeport has a diverse student body, with students from over 80 countries. The university offers numerous student organizations, clubs, and activities, including fraternities and sororities, cultural clubs, and academic societies.
Athletics
The University of Bridgeport's athletic teams, known as the Purple Knights, compete in the NCAA Division II and are members of the East Coast Conference. The university offers a variety of sports, including basketball, soccer, and gymnastics.
Notable Alumni
The University of Bridgeport has produced many notable alumni, including:
- Manute Bol, former NBA player
- Ellen Alemany, CEO of CIT Group
- Dennis M. Walcott, former Chancellor of the New York City Department of Education
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