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Founded in 1863, Bryant University prepares its graduates for success. The University offers more than 90 areas of study within our College of Arts & Sciences and College of Business. All classes at Bryant are taught by professors with an average of about 28 students. Every student is assisgned their own academic advisor to guide in course selection and exploration. By the end of sophomore year, each student is required to declare a major and minor- one coming from the College of Arts & Sciences and one coming from the College of Business. Just over 3,330 students attend Bryant, coming from 27 different states and 45 countries around the world. These students have the opportunity to engage in nearly 100 student-run organizations on campus ranging from our Student Programming Board to Ski & Snowboard Club. Housing is guaranteed for students all four years- and over 85% of students do reside on campus. We compete in the Northeast Conference (NEC)--NCAA Division I. We offer 22 varsity sports: Baseball, Basketball (M+W), Cross Country (M+W), Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Indoor Track & Field (M+W), Lacrosse (M+W), Outdoor Track & Field (M+W), Soccer (M+W), Softball, Swimming (M+W), Tennis (M+W), Volleyball (W). Our comprehensive career services prepare graduates to enter the workforce and find success after graduation. 98% of the class of 2011 began their careers or enrolled in graduate school within 6 months of commencement (and with a $50,160 median starting salary!) Each year more than 350 companies participate in our corporate recruiting program. Students have the opportunity to speak directly with employers during fall & spring career fairs and we offer employers the opportunity to conduct interviews on campus. Bryant students are encouraged to participate in workshops, alumni shadow & networking programs and panel discussions. Career counselors are available for one-on-one meetings and provide a 24-hour resume & cover letter critique service. Bryant's Study Abroad programs send students to over 50 countries around the globe. Students have the option of semester, summer or year-long programs, as well as international internships. Bryant's Sophomore International Experience is a 3-credit course culminating in a 10-14 day trip abroad. Students are required to apply for trips they wish to participate in and, if accepted, they will take off in the winter or summer break of sophomore year.
Derby Days is one of Sigma Chi’s staple philanthropic events. The first ‘derby days’ was held at the University of California-Berkeley, home of the Alpha Beta chapter, in 1922. Then known as the ‘Channing Way Derby’, news of the event would spread to other chapters, many of whom then desired to create their own Derby Day. Derby Days has been successful not only in raising both capital and awareness for the designated cause, but also in portraying both Sigma Chi and the Greek system as a whole in a positive light. Throughout the course of a week, the participating chapter organizes and hosts a series of events and competitions among their campus’ female community. Money is raised through either donations, or through fundraising-type events. The event takes over campuses and communities, and highly encourages participation from outside the Greek system. While Derby days itself is not mandatory for any chapter of Sigma Chi, it is a popular tradition practiced by many chapters across North America. One of the most appealing aspects of the event is that it allows each chapter the unique opportunity to positively impact both their campus and community as a whole. According to the international chapter’s official website, the basic mission of Derby Days is to serve the community. Bryant University’s Lambda Eta Chapter has chosen The Huntsman Cancer Foundation as their chosen donation institution. At the Sigma Chi 150th celebration, an announcement was made making the Huntsman Cancer Foundation (HCF) the historical fraternity's national charity of choice. Sigma Chi chapters from across the nation have stepped up to join Jon M. Huntsman to eradicate cancer. Active collegiate and alumni chapters hold events in their area and direct the proceeds to HCF, which supports cancer research at Huntsman Cancer Institute. Jon M. Huntsman (Penn 1959) is the Sigma Chi brother who invested $300 million to establish the Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) in 1995. The DerbyChallenge is a friendly competition where everyone wins. Undergraduate and alumni chapters of Sigma Chi set up team pages to engage their friends, family, and affiliated groups to fund cancer research at Huntsman Cancer Institute, a world-wide leader in studying and treating cancer at the molecular level. Sigma Chi chapters have already raised more than $700,000 for the Huntsman Cancer Foundation (HCF) and we're just getting started. As you know, the world expects more of the men in Sigma Chi than it does other men. So it's up to us to take a stand and raise the money that finds a cure for cancer. Huntsman Cancer Institute's winning formula: RESEARCH = EARLY DIAGNOSIS + BETTER TREATMENT EARLY DIAGNOSIS + BETTER TREATMENT = NO MORE CANCER
Bryant's College of Arts and Sciences offers a wide range of options for study in the humanities, social sciences, mathematics, and the natural sciences. In addition, students in the arts and sciences have the opportunity to combine their major with a broad selection of more than 80 concentrations, minors, and "areas of interest." All Bryant Arts and Sciences students also have the advantage of earning a business administration minor.
The Pride Center serves as a safe space for all students, faculty, and staff. The Pride Center, a part of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion, is located on the 2nd floor of the Fisher Student Center and is open to individuals of all identities to explore issues relating to gender and sexuality. Our Center is proud to offer the Safe Zone program to all student, faculty, and staff at Bryant University to nurture a more open, affirming, and safe university community for LGBTQ identified individuals and their allies. Additionally, the Pride Center offers a variety of resources to both the Bryant and local community. Please, feel free to stop by for materials or information regarding hotlines, programs, organizations, films, or literature related to gender and sexuality issues. Finally, the Pride Center works with Bryant Pride, a student organization, which represents and supports the LGBTQ community and its allies both on the Bryant campus and beyond.
The Office of Residence Life provides housing services, oversees Greek Life, runs the RA program, and provides student conduct services.
Welcome to the Graduate School of Business at Bryant University, a leader in business education, featuring highly recognized faculty with years of industry and academic experience, strong academic programs, and world-class facilities and technology. You'll learn with professionals from diverse companies, industries, and academic institutions. You'll leave with an incredible network of peers and colleagues. The Graduate School of Business is part of the College of Business at Bryant, which is one of only 5% of all business programs in the world accredited by AACSB International – the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Bryant University Health Services is committed to the overall well-being of its students. The professional staff of the Department of Health Services provides on-site medical care and wellness programs to help students get healthy and stay healthy. Care is provided by a physician, nurse practitioners and health educators.
Founded in 1863, Bryant University prepares its graduates for success. The University offers more than 80 areas of study within our College of Arts & Sciences and College of Business. Just over 3,300 students attend Bryant, coming from 29 different states and 60 countries around the world. These students have the opportunity to engage in nearly 100 student-run organizations on campus ranging fro m our Student Programming Board to Ski & Snowboard Club. Housing is guaranteed for students all four years- and over 85% of students do reside on campus. We compete in the Northeast Conference (NEC)--NCAA Division I. We offer 22 varsity sports: Baseball, Basketball (M+W), Cross Country (M+W), Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Indoor Track & Field (M+W), Lacrosse (M+W), Outdoor Track & Field (M+W), Soccer (M+W), Softball, Swimming (M+W), Tennis (M+W), Volleyball (W). Our comprehensive career services prepare graduates to enter the workforce and find success after graduation. 98% of the class of 2011 began their careers or enrolled in graduate school within 6 months of commencement!! Each year more than 350 companies participate in our corporate recruiting program. Students have the opportunity to speak directly with employers during fall & spring career fairs and we offer employers the opportunity to conduct interviews on campus. Bryant students are encouraged to participate in workshops, alumni shadow & networking programs and panel discussions. Career counselors are available for one-on-one meetings and provide a 24-hour resume & cover letter critique service.
The Big Sisters of Bryant University is an on-campus club that collaborates with the Big Sisters of Rhode Island organization. In this club, members are able to organize and execute events for the Little Sisters of Rhode Island. Also, NEW THIS YEAR, members can now sign up and become Big Sisters for younger girls in Rhode Island who need a role model in their lives. This non-profit club is tons of fun, extremely rewarding and overall a great experience to add to your time at Bryant! For more information please email the club at [email protected] or Alex Cohen at [email protected]! Activities you can get involved in: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk, Up Til Dawn, Relay for Life, Alex's Lemonade Stand, Semester Events with Littles and more!