News

February 2012

Strong start, bright future

More than 200 first-year students were honored at the New Student Dean's List Ceremony in the Rondileau Campus Center auditorium, where administrators praised the students' early academic achievement as the first step toward a bright future. (more)

 

Tech Games

Robots took over the Adrian Tinsley Center at Bridgewater State University on Saturday, when BSU hosted the FIRST Tech Challenge regional qualifier. The challenge pitted 24 high school teams in a robotics competition for a shot at the Massachusetts championship tournament. (more)

 

Trip Strengthens ties in China

Three BSU delegates made a trip to China, where they strengthened ties and developed several new exchange programs with BSU's partner institutions in Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong. (more)
 

December 2011

World Literature

Just after Christmas, Dr. Benjamin Carson, associate professor and chairperson of English, will lead four BSU English majors on a study tour to Cambodia to -- in his words -- "move from theory into practice." (more)
 

Fond Farewell

Exchange student Ofelia Monteiro looks forward to returning to her husband and three children in Cape Verde when the semester ends. However, she has mixed emotions about leaving a campus that helped her grow academically and personally. (more)
 

Scholarly Pursuits

Visiting this semester from Bridgewater State University's partner institutions in China are two scholars, Sophia Chen and Crystal Wang. They have experienced much of American culture, while learning and lecturing in BSU's classrooms. (more)

 

November 2011

High Marks

Gov. Deval Patrick came to Bridgewater's Aviation Training Center at the New Bedford Regional Airport to proclaim November General Aviation Appreciation Month. (more)

Traveler's Story

The trails and triumphs of the working novelist was the focus of a talk given by John Shors, author of five works of fiction, including Dragon House, this year's One Book One Community selection. (more)

A Thirst to Help

As part of the President's Distinguished Speaker Series, Peter Thumb, founder of the humanitarian company, Ethos Water, spoke on campus about business start-up and getting involved in social change. (more)

 

September 2011

Reaching Out Globally

Dr. Victor Borges, whose work with education and foreign affairs in Cape Verde spans two decades, will bring to campus his experienced perspective on international relations as BSU's first ever diplomat in residence. (more)

 

International Student works with Senator Pacheco

During the summer of 2011, Dr. Ed Minnock arranged for Clara Mauel, a business student from Austria, to participate in an internship in Senator Pacheco's Office. (more)

 

May 2011

Ministering to Cambodian Concerns

Dr. Srey Sunleang of Cambodia's Ministry of Environment spent several days on campus discussing issues surrounding the preservation of wetlands and conservation in general. (more)

 

Praise and Warm Goodbyes

Before they walked across the commencement stage or returned to their homelands to complete their degrees, Bridgewater State University's foreign exchange students were honored at the International Graduation and Farewell Celebration. (more)

 

BSU Snapshots

 

Newest Class of Leaders

The Bridgewater State students who celebrated earning their advanced degrees at this year's Graduate Commencement Convocation were given a clear mission by guest speakers: provide leadership to the world. (more)

 

Knowledge Beyond Borders

Offering insight on international cultures and affairs this academic year was a group of visiting foreign scholars to Bridgewater State University. The scholars met with administrators, enrolled in courses, lectured and attended conferences on and off campus, all while experiencing the benefits of cultural exchange and cooperative research. Two found support on campus during political turmoil and natural disasters occurring in their home countries. (more)

 

Joining the Global Family

Bridgewater has welcomed to campus a new honor society. Phi Beta Delta is the honor society for international scholars and those who work in international programming, with more than 275 chapters around the world. Each honors those who participate in global educational endeavors and promotes international programming. (more)
 

April 2011

In the Aftermath

His Excellency Takeshi Hikihara, Consul General of Japan in Boston, during a visit to Bridgewater State University addressed a capacity audience in the Moakley Center auditorium on the subject, "Japan after the earthquake and Japan-U.S. relationships." (more)

 

A Spring Break to Remember

Instead of spending spring break traveling to a warm getaway or simply enjoying a week of downtime without classes, two groups of students ventured far from home in search of the experiences of a lifetime. (more)

 

March 2011

One Book, One Large Community

Dark Tide: The Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919, a book by Stephen Puleo, was the subject of a "sweet" event at the Bridgewater Public Library, sponsored by Bridgewater State's One Book One Community project. (more)

 

January 2011

One Phase at a Time

The second phase of the Taunton River Watershed Management Plan has been completed, and the results were presented to stakeholders in the Rondileau Campus Center ballroom. (more)

 

December 2010

How to 'Map Your Career'

The "Mapping Your Career: Think Globally" panel hosted by Career Services featured three experts in business and international programming who offered students sage advice on résumé building in today's increasingly global job market. (more)

 

November 2010

Searching for Solutions

Government officials from Cape Verde and the United States joined the campus community and others in discussing issues surrounding U.S. deportation laws at a conference sponsored by Bridgewater and the Consulate General of Cape Verde in Boston. (more)

 

Opening Up Your World

Members of the campus community joined state officials and guests in celebrating the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Center for International Engagement in the Maxwell Library, where speakers discussed the benefits of Bridgewater's many global initiatives. (more)

October 2010

Diplomatic Ties

Houda Nonoo, Bahrain's first female ambassador to the United States, discussed the importance of international ties and fielded questions from audience members during a visit to Bridgewater State University hosted by the Middle Eastern Studies program. (more)
 

September 2010

CSI Global

Dr. Sang Han Lee, a visiting scholar from South Korea, has spent the past seven months at Bridgewater studying the U.S. justice system and sharing with the campus community details of his work as a medical examiner. (more)
 

Talking Points

A new book by Dr. Michael Kryzanek, director of global studies and executive director of international engagement, offers a comprehensive look at the "hot-button" issues central to our country's current political discourse. (more)
 

August 2010

Education for All

Last year, Bridgewater partnered with the Home for Little Wanderers with the goal of bringing a number of the young people who "age out" of the state's foster care system to the institution to provide them with a chance to obtain a college education. (more)

 

Forming Lasting Bonds

Thirty-nine new participants of the university's mentoring program, FAM for Change, enjoyed a week of fun and interaction at the program's 3rd annual Summer Institute, co- facilitated this year by representatives from international organizations. (more)

 

Under African Skies

The university now has in place more than 27 agreements with international institutions, allowing students a chance to experience cultures from Asia to Africa, and from Nova Scotia to Brazil. (more)

 

Book Smart

Vanna Sok from Pannasastra University in Cambodia, and Dejuan Li, from Beijing's Jiaotong University, spent part of this summer at Bridgewater where they received training in the use of library procedures and equipment. (more)

 

A Family Affair

The institution held its third annual National Research Conference on Child and Family Programs and Policy, where 82 participants from across the world shared their insights on related topics. (more)

 

New Horizons

Bridgewater State University has entered into an exchange agreement with the University of Nigeria in Nsukka, adding to its growing list of international partnerships. (more)

 

July 2010

History with a Capital "U"

Hundreds looked on as Gov. Deval Patrick signed legislation that changed the institution's name to Bridgewater State University. The ceremony, held at the foot of the Grand Staircase, was a long time coming. More than 150 members of the Bridgewater community attended the event. (more)

 

Summer Research in Jordan

Dr. Jabbar Al-Obaidi, professor and chairperson of communication studies, is in Jordan with a group of students: Ethan R. DeAguiar, Matias Ezcura, Trevor Girard, and Samantha G. Furtadoand. (more)

 

May 2010

Home Again

Dr. Thanh Nguyen, associate professor of secondary education and professional programs, spoke about her recent trip in the name of BSC's global studies efforts to Vietnam and Cambodia. (more)

 

A Fond Farewell

May 2010

More than 100 students, faculty and staff gathered in the library's Heritage Room for the International Graduation and Farewell Celebration. The event gave the college community a chance to honor foreign exchange students, and to hear them discuss their experiences. (more)

 

Concerned Youth

April 2010

Brockton Mayor Linda Balzotti visited campus April 9 and fielded some insightful questions posed by Brockton High School mentees who are enrolled in the college's FAM for Change program. Many of the questions demonstrated a deep concern for the future of their city. (more)

 

New Perspectives

April 2010

A new perspective on Chinese culture has come to the Bridgewater campus. Jianrong Wang, who teaches English and listening at Beijing Jiaotong University, will be engaging this year in a cultural exchange with the campus community while furthering her literary studies. (more)

 

Bridging the Transcontinental Divide (multimedia)

March 2010

The college has added one more institution to its growing list of international partnerships. President Dana Mohler-Faria signed an exchange agreement with representatives from Cairo University, one of the most prestigious universities in the Middle East. (more)

 

News from Afar

March 2010

Pannasastra University of Cambodia and BSC have agreed on a partnership that will provide exchange opportunities for students of both institutions. (more)

 

Widely Read

February 2010

The book chosen for this semester's One Book One Community program is Three Cups of Tea. The aim of the program is to bring communities together through shared reading and discussion. (more)

 

A Resource for Reading Specialists

February 2010

The college hosted its 10th annual "Reading Conference: Resources for Reading Specialists" at the Moakley Center, where area educators participated in discussion groups centered on issues with teaching reading to students. Nearly 100 reading specialists and teachers, and BSC faculty, staff, administrators and students participated in the day-long conference. (more)

 

First Fridays of Service

December 2009

BSC students, faculty, and staff joined international and exchange students to celebrate First Friday of service: a community service project designated to foster a cultural awareness of ways students traditionally celebrate Christmas around the world. (more)

 

Future Teachers of America

October 2009

The Bridgewater State College Student Education Association of Massachusetts (SEAM) Chapter hosted the Ninth Annual Future Teacher's Conference, "What Every Future Teacher Needs to Know". (more)

 

International Scholars Promote Global Awareness

posted on December 4, 2009

Consistent with its emphasis on global awareness, the college has again hosted several international scholars who are wrapping up a semester of teaching courses and sharing information about their diverse cultures with the campus and town communities. (more)

 

Professor Discusses 'The Islamic Other'

posted on November 30, 2009

Dr. Itzchak Weismann of the University of Haifa, Israel, delivered a lecture at BSC on the practices and worldwide perceptions of Islamic fundamentalists and Sufis.

His talk, "The Islamic Other: Fundamentalism and Sufism in the Muslim World and Beyond," centered on how and why practicing Islamic fundamentalists and Sufis in the Middle East are negatively perceived in the region and around the world. Around 50 students, faculty and staff attended the lecture. (more)

 

Killiam Professor Shares Latest Book

posted on November 24, 2009

It won't be released stateside until the spring, but those gathered Monday afternoon in the Heritage Room of the library got an advance taste of Nino Ricci's novel The Origin of Species. (more)

 

Professor Earns Fulbright Scholar Grant

posted on November 23, 2009

Dr. Wing-kai To, history professor and coordinator of the Asian studies program, has been awarded a Fulbright Scholar grant to lecture and conduct research for six months at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) and the Hong Kong-America Center. (more)

 

Vietnam Ambassador to U.S. Delivers Lecture

posted on November 6, 2009

His Excellency Le Cong Phung, the Vietnam ambassador to the U.S., was on campus November 2nd discussing the growing diplomatic ties between his country and the U.S. and how both countries are benefiting. (more)

 

Bridgewater State College International Exchange Students visit Massachusetts State House

posted on October 23, 2009

On October 16, a group of thirty international exchange students from various countries including China, Brazil, Jordan and Cape Verde visited the Massachusetts State House for a tour under the golden dome where each student gained a chance to glance at elaborate mosaics, historical and memorial tributes. (more)

BSC Honors Cape Verde Consul General

posted on October 20, 2009

Reception held for Maria Mascarenhas to acknowledge her years of dedication and service to both the community and BSC. (more)

Meet New Director of Regional Outreach

posted on October 19, 2009

Dr. Diana Jennings talks about her professional experience, including her work with NASA, as well as some of her goals as the new director of Regional Outreach. (more)

Eastern Reflections

posted on October 9, 2009

President Dana Mohler-Faria talks about his summer 2009 trip to Hong Kong and China, and the newly formed international partnerships. (more)

Iraq Ambassador to U.S. Delivers Lecture

posted on October 8, 2009

The college's Middle East Studies Program sponsored a lecture by His Excellency, Samir Sumaida'ie, the Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to the United States in Washington, D.C. The topic of the lecture was "Shedding Lights on Iraq Today and its Relationships with the U.S. and Regional Powers." (more)

Exchange Students Give Thumbs Up

posted on August 26, 2009

Fifteen years ago, the college launched its student exchange program with Manchester Metropolitan University in England. Last semester, undergraduates from the university experienced the benefits of the partnership through BSC's student teaching program. (more)

FAM for Change Summer Institute Held

posted on August 25, 2009

FAM for Change was developed by President Dana Mohler-Faria and pairs of BSC mentors with Brockton High School freshmen to help the latter group stay in school and excel in their studies. In early August 34 new participants of the college's innovative mentor program, engaged in a day of fun and interaction on campus as part of the program's 2nd annual Summer Institute. (more)

Earth Day Community Clean-Up Campaign

posted on April 22, 2009

The effort was organized by Susan McCombe, director of the college's Office of College and Community Partnerships; and Diane Bell, director of BSC's Community Service Center. (more)

BSC Opens Flight Training Center

posted on April 17, 2009

Officials from the college and the city of New Bedford were on hand Thursday, April 9, at the city's regional airport for the official ribbon cutting ceremony launching BSC's flight training center. The facility will house the college's training aircraft, flight simulators and classrooms. (more)

Words of Wisdom Given By Fulbright Scholar

posted on March 16, 2009

Dr. Al-Sharki came to BSC at the end of January and returned to her homeland in early March. During her six weeks here, she lectured extensively both on- and off-campus, sharing her thoughtful discourse on such topics as women's rights, ending global violence, freedom of the press and human rights. Her opinions are forthright and forged from sometimes difficult and intense personal experiences. (more)

The Office of Professional Development (OPD) Welcomes Plymouth Rock Studios

posted on March 10, 2009

On February 26, representatives from Plymouth Rock Studios came to campus to talk about the multitude of employment opportunities and other benefits that should materialize when their movie studio complex comes to Plymouth; the anticipated opening is September 2010. (more)

Why They Leave (IRD)

posted on March 4, 2009

BSC's Institute of Regional Development (IRD) recently began conducting a survey of Brockton school dropouts to determine what affected the students' decision, and how that information can be used to keep them in the classroom. (more)

Visiting Fulbright Scholar Delivers Lecture

posted on February 5, 2008

Dr. Al-Sharki is a Fulbright Scholar from Sana'a, Yemen, visiting BSC through March. She is a noted human rights activist and has devoted her life to this work, and specifically women's rights in Yemen and the Middle East. (more)

Far From Home for the Holidays

posted on December 24, 2008

Students from around the world attending Bridgewater State College were the featured speakers at the First Friday of Service event. It is especially geared toward those who are looking for a way to make a difference while staying on campus. Greeting the students was Mary Delgado, assistant to the vice president for external affairs, who told the attendees, "We want today's event to be a sharing opportunity, so we've invited several of our international students to tell us about holiday traditions in their home countries and several of our American students will also share stories about how we celebrate the season in the United States." (more)

College and Community Partnerships FAM for Change Celebrates a Great Start

posted on December 18, 2008

FAM for Change, developed by President Dana Mohler-Faria, pairs BSC undergraduates with Brockton High freshmen to help the latter group stay in school and excel in their studies. The Brockton students who successfully complete the program, graduate high school and meet the requirements for entrance into BSC will get to attend the college free of charge. (more)

BSC Welcomes Visitors from China's Jiaotong University

posted on December 12, 2008

Since last year, Jiaotong University has been a partner with Bridgewater and currently there are five students from the university studying at BSC also three professors from Jiaotong University came to Bridgewater last February for research and teaching. (more)

Have Music, Will Travel

posted on November 25, 2008

The goal of national Mix it Up at Lunch Day, held earlier this month at B-R, and simultaneously at 10,000 other U.S. schools, is to get students to reach out and get to know someone new. Each of the past six years, B-R officials have had to hire a disc jockey for the event. This year, Bridgewater State College's student radio station WBIM went remote and provided the tunes. (more)

No Tricks, Only Treats for Charity

posted on November 17, 2008

While most area young people were collecting candy on Halloween, students from Bridgewater and Brockton High School spent the night trick-or-treating for goods to donate to charity as part of a national program founded by a BSC professor. (more)

External Affairs Hold Ceremony for Current Exchange Students

posted on November 14, 2008

The event, hosted by the Office of External Affairs, included a catered lunch and a panel discussion featuring exchange students who answered questions about their impressions of BSC and what they've learned during their time here, among other topics. More than 20 exchange students from all corners of the world joined faculty, staff and administrators to discuss the benefits of BSC's exchange programs. (more)

The Office of College and Community Partnerships (CCP) Welcomes Pulitzer Prize- Winning Author Junot Diaz

posted on October 7, 2008

The author's visit coincided with Banned Books Week at BSC, which celebrates the freedom to read whatever one chooses by promoting books that have been challenged by or banned over the years. He defended those books and all art, saying these works may reveal hidden truths about personal and world issues and should be available to all. (more)

The Office of College and Community Partnerships (CCP) Helps Students at Local Schools 'Rock the Vote'

posted on October 3, 2008

Today at lunchtime, there were more than sandwiches and entrees on the menu at Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School. There was also a chance for students to do their civic duty. More than 30 B-R students registered to vote during a lunchtime Rock the Vote event held at the school. Susan McCombe, director of BSC's Office of College and Community Partnerships, sponsored the event, along with the Division of External Affairs, said the Rock the Vote initiative is an important one. (more)

Summer, and Learning Online is More Convenient

posted on July 25, 2008

Indeed, BSC's online courses, a growing segment of the college's offerings for some time, has this summer experienced a large jump in enrollment. Compared to a year ago, online enrollment for summer session I was up 109 percent; for session II there was a 42.5 percent increase over the numbers from last year. Also, roughly 80 percent of the slots for online courses this summer are full. (more)

BSC Welcomes South African Educators Visit to Discuss Partnership

posted on June 23, 2008

Visitors from the University of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa met recently with BSC President Dana Mohler-Faria, and a handful of administrators and faculty members, to discuss the ongoing relationship between the two institutions. (more)

President Mohler-Faria and Vice President Minnock Strengthen Ties with Jordanian University

posted on June 11, 2008

President Dana Mohler-Faria and several faculty members recently returned from Jordan, where they spent time strengthening the college's partnership with Tafila Technical University. (more)

College Partnership Brings Japanese Delegates to Campus

posted on June 6, 2007

The Ina delegates, consisting of nine citizens and city officials, toured notable sites on the BSC and Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School campuses and in the towns of Bridgewater and Plymouth. The tour was led by representatives involved with the sister city program from both schools and towns. (more)

Division of External Affairs Welcomes Exchange Agreement with Chinese University

posted on May 9, 2008

Two Chinese scholars were on campus recently to mark the signing of an exchange agreement with their home institution, Beijing Jiaotong University. The new agreement marks the second Chinese university to enter into an exchange arrangement with BSC. (more)

Insurance Executive Shares Advice with Students, Faculty

posted on February 4, 2008

A roomful of students and faculty members learned firsthand about the world of project management when Lisa DiTillio of Boston-based Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, was the featured lecturer at the most recent edition of BSC's Business Breakfast Series. The talk was co-sponsored by the Division of External Affairs. (more)

Large Jump Seen in Number of BSC Students Studying Abroad

posted on February 4, 2008

The number of Bridgewater students studying abroad more than doubled between 2006 and 2007. The increase comes at a time when this type of learning opportunity is increasingly seen as a key part of today's higher-education experience. The Division of External Affairs and the Office of Study Abroad have worked to make this happen, and the dividends are reflected in the recent increase of students studying abroad, to 100 in fall 2007 from 48 the previous year. (more)

External Affairs Welcomes Partnership Agreement with the University of Cape Verde

posted on February 4, 2008

The longstanding relationship between BSC and Cape Verde took another step forward with the recent signing of an exchange agreement between the college and the island nation's new university. (more)

BSC Welcomes Visitors from the University of Cape Verde Explore Technology Issues

posted on January 18, 2008

College faculty and staff were hosts for three days this week to leaders from the University of Cape Verde's information technology team. The visitors are engaged in the building of a high-speed Internet hub that has already begun transforming the lives of the 420,000 people who reside among Cape Verde's ten islands, located off the coast of West Africa. (more)

College Sponsors Metro South Chamber of Commerce Event

posted on December 21, 2007

The college's new Center for Entrepreneurship was one of the topics of discussion at the recent Good Morning Metro South Chamber of Commerce breakfast meeting. BSC sponsored the Dec. 12 event, which was held at the Holiday Inn in Brockton. (more)

The Division of External Affairs Supports Observatory Holding Public Viewings

posted on November 28, 2007

Looking at the stars is as easy as it is fun when one is equipped with a high-powered telescope. Luckily, the college's Astronomy Observatory is now open for free public viewings two Wednesdays a month, giving members of the BSC community and general public a chance to do some serious stargazing. (more)

Multi-National Collaboration Involves Brazil and Cape Verde

posted on November 16, 2007

Representatives from Brazil and Cape Verde came together with a handful of BSC faculty members and administrators to discuss common economic development interests at a luncheon hosted by Dr. Edward Minnock, vice president of the Division of External Affairs. The meeting focused on the implementation of the Cape Verde Millennium Challenge Grant, which is geared to facilitate the design of a micro-business incubator for the government of Cape Verde. (more)

Successful Alumni Return to Discuss Careers in Communication

posted on October 31, 2007

Topics included descriptions of an average workday, skills and qualities that employers are looking for, and tips and advice for landing a job and staying focused. Jenna Stephenson '03, coordinator, BSC's Office of External Affairs was featured as a panelist. (more)

Chief Gurley Speaks to College Community about Domestic Violence

posted on October 31, 2007

More than 50 people attended "Violence in the Workplace," a conference held in Crimson Hall. This conference was sponsored by the Bridgewater Coalition Against Community Violence and BSC's Office of College and Community Partnerships. (more)

IRD Hosts Workshop on Community Development

posted on October 30, 2007

The Institute for Regional Development(IRD) hosted a two-part workshop called "Community Development: A Blueprint for Your Future Success." During this event, representatives from various organizations discussed topics such as strategic planning, community revitalization, economic development and housing. (more)

Last Modified: February 10, 2012