Navigate Your Way to Success at Bryant
AN UNDERGRADUATE ADVISING OFFICE RESOURCE
Contents 1 WELCOME Welcome to Bryant University! The Undergraduate Advising Office is here for you and ready to help.
3 EXPLORE YOUR OPPORTUNITIES Further information regarding the Undergraduate Advising Office and its available services.
5 ACADEMIC STANDARDS OF PROGRESS A guide to understanding the academic responsibilities for which each student is held accountable in order to obtain a degree.
7 FOUR YEAR PLAN A road map with suggestions to help you plan ahead and make the most of each academic year.
11 ONLINE DEGREE EVALUATION Step by step instructions on how to access your online degree evaluation, a personal record of your courses and grades.
14 CAMPUS RESOURCES Learn more about the various on campus support offices and how to contact them.
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Welcome to Bryant! Congratulations on your admission to Bryant University. The faculty and staff in Academic Affairs are pleased that you have chosen to become a member of our community of scholars.
To get you started toward academic success, the Bryant Admission’s portal has provided you with your
new
and
password.
campus technology within the
Using
that
information
My Bryant Portal
in
the
link
below,
you
will
access
all
including your email, Banner, and Canvas.
The launch page for campus technology can be found here.
MATH PLACEMENT All students new to Bryant University are required to take the math placement exam and survey. Please click here and follow the instructions in order to access the math placement exam.
LANGUAGE PLACEMENT Students interested in pursuing language study should also take the language placement survey and
appropriate
exam
(Chinese,
French,
Italian
and
Spanish).
Please
note
that
students
planning for a Bachelor of Science in International Business degree must begin language study during their first year.
A language minor is required for International Business students.
Please
click here and follow the instructions in order to access the language placement exam.
If you have questions about the placement tests, you can contact the Undergraduate Advising Office.
We
look
forward
to
working
meeting your educational goals.
with
you
during
your
time
at
Bryant
and
assisting
you
in
You are joining a community with a long tradition of preparing
students to achieve success in life and in their chosen professions.
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We are excited to work with you during such an important part of your life and development! The staff
in
the
Undergraduate
committed
to
developmental students. advisor during
You
who your
receive
providing
advising will
will
to
be
both
entire
advisor
all
guide
time
Office
high
at
an
and
quality
academic
support
Bryant.
from
throughout
is
undergraduate
assigned
communications
academic
Advising
You
your each
you will
assigned semester.
The following information is a current list of all available advisors and their email addresses:
ZACHARY BAKER |
KRISTIN PIDGEON |
zbaker@bryant.edu
kpidgeon1@bryant.edu
Academic Advisor for Student Athletes
Associate Director of Undergraduate Advising
ASHLEY BRANAGAN |
SUSAN PRESSLER |
abranagan@bryant.edu
Academic Advisor for Student Athletes
spressle@bryant.edu
Associate Director of Academic Advising for Student Athletes
LAUREN CHAPMAN |
lchapman@bryant.edu
Assistant Director of Academic Advising for
SARAH PRZYSTARZ |
Student Athletes
Senior Academic Advisor
LAURIE HAZARD |
REBECCA SENNA |
lhazard@bryant.edu
sprzystarz@bryant.edu
rsenna@bryant.edu
Interim Director of Undergraduate Advising
Senior Academic Advisor
DOUGLAS HILLIS |
JORDAN SWIFT |
dhillis@bryant.edu
Senior Academic Advisor
jswift3@bryant.edu
Academic Advisor
MARGRETE JEAN-LOUIS |
mjeanlou@bryant.edu
Senior Academic Advisor
Should you need to make an appointment with your academic advisor, you may visit or call our office. The Undergraduate
Advising
Office
is
located
in
the
MRC wing of the Unistructure.
Please
see
below
for
further information regarding how to contact us and our hours of operation:
ADDRESS
CONTACT
Office of Undergraduate Advising
Phone: (401) 232-6210
1150 Douglas Pike
Email: ugadvise@bryant.edu
Smithfield, RI 02917-1284
SOCIAL MEDIA
HOURS Our
office
8:30am
to
is
open
4:30pm.
and Sunday.
Monday We
are
through closed
Friday on
from
Search "Bryant University Undergraduate Advising"
Saturday @BryantAdvising
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OUR ADVISING PHILOSOPHY Academic
advising
is
an
educational
process
that,
by
intention
and
design,
facilitates
students’
understanding of the meaning and purpose of higher education and fosters their intellectual and personal development toward academic success and lifelong learning (NACADA, 2004).
Academic advising provides students with an opportunity to build a relationship with their advisor for the purpose
of
planning
their
educational
career,
learning
how
to
access
campus
resources
and
services
available to them, and empowering them to "claim their education."
Academic advising is a collaborative educational process whereby students and their advisors are partners in meeting the essential learning outcomes, ensuring student academic success, and outlining the steps for achievement of the students’ personal, academic, and career goals. This advisor and student partnership requires participation and involvement of both the advisor and the student as it is built over the student’s entire educational experience at the university. Both the student and the advisor have clear responsibilities for ensuring that the advising partnership is successful.
STUDENT OBJECTIVES FOR THE ADVISING EXPERIENCE Through the academic advising experience, you will: Demonstrate the ability to make effective decisions concerning your degree and career goals. Develop
an
educational
plan
for
successfully
achieving
your
goals
and
select
courses
each
semester to progress toward fulfilling that educational plan. Demonstrate an understanding of the value of higher education. Utilize the resources and services on campus to assist you in achieving your academic, personal, and career goals. Be
able
to
accurately
read
and
effectively
utilize
a
degree
planning. Graduate in a timely manner based on your educational plan.
evaluation
in
your
educational
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Although not an exhaustive list, some of the services your academic advisor can offer you include:
Review, Outline, and Define Undergraduate Degree Program Planning Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Bachelor
with concentrations in:
with concentrations in:
of
Science
in
International
Business
Accounting
Accounting
Entrepreneurship
Digital Marketing
Digital Marketing
Entrepreneurship
Finance
Finance
Financial Services
Global Supply Chain Management
Global Supply Chain Management
Human Resource Management
Human Resource Management
Information Systems
Information Systems
Leadership and Innovation
Leadership and Innovation
Marketing
Managerial Accounting and
Team and Project Management
Finance Marketing
Bachelor of Arts with majors in:
Team and Project Management
Chinese Communication
Bachelor of Science with majors in:
Global Studies
Actuarial Mathematics
History
Applied Economics
Literary and Cultural Studies
Applied Mathematics and Statistics
Politics and Law
Biology
Sociology
Environmental Science
Spanish
Psychology
Bachelor of Science in Data Science
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
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Review and Advise Students Regarding Their Academic Performance Academic Standards of Progress Dean's List Academic Probation G.P.A. Requirements Graduation Honors Honor Societies
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Discuss and Familiarize Students with Policy and Procedure Information Registration Process Add/Drop Process Withdraw Process Transfer Credit Policies Student Rights and Responsibilities Grade Replacement Policies
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Inform and Explain Special Program Opportunities Study Abroad Academic Internships Honors Program
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WHAT SERVICES DO WE PROVIDE?
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Academic Standards of Progress WHAT ARE THE ACADEMIC STANDARDS OF PROGRESS? The
Academic
student’s point
Standards
advancement
average
degree.
of
Progress
toward
requirements
Requirements
for
for
measure
meeting a
a
the
Bryant
degree
a
grade
University include
a
minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in three categories: 1. major and/or concentration, 2. minor, and
3.
overall
(cumulative).
To
be
eligible
for
a
degree, a student candidate must have completed the
required
within
a
number
major
or
and
distribution
concentration
and
of
have
courses met
all
other requirements of Bryant University.
The
Academic
Standards
of
Progress
for
cumulative
GPA
in
Major
and/or
Concentration
has
been
established as a warning system to alert students to any deficiencies in their academic progress and to provide a vehicle for corrective action.
ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE Academic
performance
students,
the
nontraditional
is
academic students,
calculated
performance this
will
occur
and is
posted
on
calculated
at
the
end
the
at
of
grade
the
the
end
spring
report of
the
and fall
semester
transcript. and
each
spring
year;
For
traditional
semesters.
no
status
For
will
be
reported at the end of the fall term. Academic performance is posted on the transcript and grade report according to the following levels:
President's List Traditional students
earning a semester GPA of 4.0 on at least 12 academic credits in a regular semester
of coursework will be named to the President’s List.
Traditional students will be named to the President’s List
each semester after final grades have been calculated and the standards of progress have been processed.
Nontraditional students
taking at least 12 academic credits over two regular semesters of coursework in
the academic year and earning a GPA of 4.0 on all academic credits taken during these two semesters will be named to the President’s List. Nontraditional students will be named to the President’s List at the end of the
spring
semester
each
academic
year
after
final
grades
have
been
calculated
and
the
standards
of
progress have been processed. Please note that special sessions (summer and winter) are not included in the calculation. Certificates are awarded for attainment both semesters of an academic year.
Dean's List Students
with
a
semester
GPA
of
3.40
or
better
on
at
least
12
semester
hours
of
work
in
the
regular
semesters will be named to the Dean’s List. Certificates are awarded for attainment both semesters of an academic year.
Good Standing A student is in good academic standing when his or her semester
and
cumulative GPA is greater than 2.0.
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In
this
situation, GPA
less
student
than
GPA greater than 2.0.
2.0
but
has has
achieved a
Academic Standards for Cumulative GPA in *Major and/or Concentration Courses
a
cumulative
This is a warning that Good
Standing status is in jeopardy.
Credits Attempted in Major and/or Conc.
Probation I This indicates that the student has entered the first phase of academic difficulty with a cumulative GPA less than 2.0.
Probation II The
student
toward
the
greater
than
Major and/or Conc. GPA
Academic Performance
Less
Unsatisfactory
3-6
has
made
degree 2.0.
by
“satisfactory”
earning
However,
his
a or
progress
semester her
than 2.0
Progress in
GPA
Major and/or Conc.
cumulative
GPA is still below 2.0. 7-12
Dismissal
Less
Deficiency in
than 2.0
Major and/or
Dismissal occurs under the following conditions:
Conc.
The student has been through Probation I and II without
having
successfully
achieved
a
cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better.
More
Less
Dismissal from
than 12
than 2.0
Major and/or Conc.
The student has had two consecutive semesters with a cumulative GPA less than 2.0.
In
general,
the
semester
leave
students
on
student of
is
required
absence.
dismissal
to
Please
status
are
take
note
not
a
one
well
that
eligible
during
the
special
sessions
(summer
Less
Degree
Program
than 2.0
Deficient
Completed
to
enroll for courses at Bryant University. This includes courses
Degree
* Refers
to major or concentration GPA depending
and
upon degree program.
winter) as well.
DISMISSAL APPEAL PROCESS In the event of a dismissal from Bryant University, students long to
may
leave
appeal
appeal
of
to
absence.
their
return
dismissal
special
sessions
Grades
earned
on by
after
Students
a
status
the
who may
semester
are
eligible
enroll
non-matriculated
students
while
on
in
the
basis. a
non-
matriculated basis will be posted to the transcript, but
will
not
be
averaged
in
the
GPA
calculation.
The student’s GPA calculation and academic status will
remain
unchanged
until
such
time
as
the
student is readmitted to Bryant University.
For
information
process, Academic
please
regarding consult
Catalog.
An
the
complete
the online
Bryant
appeals
University
version
of
the
undergraduate course catalog can be found here.
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semester
the
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Warning
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Four Year Plan WHY A FOUR YEAR PLAN? Bryant University is rich in opportunities for you to achieve goals.
your
academic,
Students
career,
choose
to
and
personal
complete
their
undergraduate career at Bryant because they can accomplish these goals in many areas.
In
the
classroom,
you
intellectual
growth.
activities,
will
you
leadership
skills.
will
develop As
pursue
academic
Through
interactive
your
and
co-curricular social
experiences
and
expand
through service learning, undergraduate research, internships, the
world
and
and
study
abroad,
discover
your
you
will
place
in
encounter the
larger
global arena.
Honor Societies Alpha Alpha Alpha (First-Generation Students) Alpha Kappa Delta (Sociology) Beta Gamma Sigma (Business) Chi Alpha Sigma (Student Athletes) Delta Alpha Pi (Students with Disabilities) Lambda Pi Eta (Communication) Mu Sigma Rho (Statistics) Omicron Delta Epsilon (Economics) Omicron Delta Kappa (Leadership) Phi Alpha Theta (History) Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science) Psi Chi (Psychology)
Institutional Honors President's List Dean's List
Graduation Honors Summa Cum Laude Magna Cum Laude Cum Laude
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The Four Year Plan is designed for you, the individual undergraduate student, to help you make the most out
year to your last. It provides you with benchmarks for planning your undergraduate career and sharing your achievements with your advisors, professors, friends, parents, and prospective employers or graduate school admission committees.
The plan will help you assess your accomplishments and determine what your next steps should be. This plan also
works
for
students
who
transfer
to
Bryant
University,
so
they
can
be
fully
engaged
here
while
completing their undergraduate experience.
In other words, the Four Year Plan is intended to provide a road-map for maximizing opportunities in your curricular and co-curricular life. By fully utilizing this plan, you will:
1
Rise to academic challenges
2
Be an active and collaborative learner
3
Seek enriching experiences community based that
4
support
your
and excel in your coursework.
by
learning such as
and participate fully in your education.
pursuing
activities
that
integrate
your classroom education with
internships, service learning, study abroad, co-curricular activities
success.
Utilize fully the university's resources
such as staff, faculty, services, and facilities that support your
success.
5
Identify and apply the skills you acquire business and the liberal arts curricula.
from
all
your
experiences,
especially
from both the
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of your life at Bryant University. The plan clarifies what is expected of and available to you from your first
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A PLAN DESIGNED FOR YOU
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Freshman Year Discover
Yourself
at
Bryant
University.
Lay
the
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foundation for a successful college experience.
ACADEMIC Establish
a
completing
strong
academic
coursework
with
foundation a
grade
by
point
average that makes you proud. Set personal goals for individual success during your first year and for your time at Bryant.
Sophomore Year
Explore, and if you are ready, declare a major. Actively
engage
member
who
at
will
least
one
become
faculty
a
or
resource
staff
and/or
noteworthy
projects,
papers,
and
assignments to include in a portfolio of academic
a
time
World.
management
plan
that
balances
a
solid
Continue
and social life.
requirements
the
Degree
Exploration
Fair
to
connect
academic
to
progress in
the
towards
business
core,
Attend
Discuss
MyPath
Showcase
to
explore
major
plan
for
the
Sophomore
International
CO-CURRICULAR personal
interests
or
become
a
class
least
one
organization
sponsored
teams,
in
intramural
organized
teams,
exercise
club
classes,
sports and/or
the
Organizational
Fair
in
the
fall
and
spring semesters to get involved in at least one
other
major
(Arts
and
Sciences)
or
your
one
recommendation
from
a
faculty
or
and/or graduate study. Prepare and/or update your resume by the end
perspective
Continue
to
save
noteworthy
projects,
papers,
Adjust
your
incorporate
time
management
expanding leadership,
plan
responsibilities wellness,
and
in
to the
spiritual
aspects of your college life. Attend the Degree Declaration Fair, and declare your major/concentration and minor.
community service activity. Broaden
a
academic,
outdoor recreation trips. Attend
and
and assignments as you build a portfolio.
program and/or event. Participate
plans
of each semester.
representative. at
academic
staff member for internships, future employment,
Join at least one recognized organization related
Attend
long-term
Declare
Obtain
your
possibly
concentration (Business) by the end of the year.
Experience.
to
completing and
post-Bryant goals with your academic advisor.
and minor options. to
by
taking courses in a chosen minor or major. Begin to plan for study abroad.
Begin
in
foundation
with faculty to learn about program options. the
involvement
successfully completing the liberal arts core.
academic, leadership, wellness, personal growth
Attend
Broaden
ACADEMIC Build
achievements. Create
the
university programs and activities and expand selfawareness.
mentor for you. Save
Discover
by
attending
Bryant
sponsored academic and cultural events such as the President’s Cultural Series.
CO-CURRICULAR Take an
responsibility
organization
for
a
and/or
specific class
or
project join
a
within
campus
committee. Join at least one club or organization related to your major and academic interests. Engage
in
activities
that
promote
a
healthy
lifestyle. Participate
in
at
least
activity each semester.
one
community
service
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Junior Year Your
Goals.
A
critical
year
in
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Refine
academic
program and related activities. Celebrate accomplishments and focus efforts.
ACADEMIC Continue
to
achieve
excellence
and
pursue
academic accomplishments. Refine
personal
goals
and
plans
for
junior
year
Senior Year
and remaining semesters. Define
career
path(s)
and/or
emphasis
within
Plan for the Future. A significant time of transition
major, concentration, and/or minor.
and
careful
planning
Participate in research, study abroad, and/or an
graduate and beyond.
for
success
as
a
Bryant
internship experience.
ACADEMIC
Refine and update your resume. Obtain two recommendations from faculty, staff,
Confirm
and/or
degree requirements with your academic advisor.
employers
for
internships,
future
employment, or graduate studies. Organize
and
assemble
Develop
noteworthy
projects,
Submit
and references in a portfolio.
Amica
your
academic
plan,
and
declare
all
secondary concentrations and minor(s).
a
formal
position
within
a
and/or
your
resume
Center
and
applications
to
for
Career
Education
the for
job-seeking
activities
offered
through
the
Obtain
healthy lifestyle.
of a campus-wide program.
and
recommendations
from
faculty,
graduate studies. Finalize resume and cover letter(s). Update
Commit to a year-long service program. planning
three
staff, and/or employers for future employment or
Continue to engage in activities that promote a
the
employment
Complete an internship and/or service activity. leadership
Participate in junior class activities.
in
remaining
Amica Center for Career Education.
recognized club or organization.
Participate
all
Participate in job fairs and other career-planning
CO-CURRICULAR on
implement
and
assistance.
and
Take
and
status
graduate school plans
papers, and assignments along with your resume
Finalize
graduation
implementation
portfolio
accomplishments
outlining
to
be
used
undergraduate in
job
and/or
graduate school search. Network with Bryant alumni in the community you plan
to
enter
following
graduation
through
the
Office of Alumni Relations. Finalize
employment
and/or
graduate
school
plans.
CO-CURRICULAR Provide
mentoring
and/or
assistance
to
other
student leaders in your organization. Participate in senior class sponsored programs. Continue to engage in activities that promote a healthy lifestyle.
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Accessing Your Online Degree Evaluation Your
academic
advisor
will
use
your
degree
evaluation during appointments in order to provide you
with
appropriate
academic
advisor
access
your
your
to
degree
is
advice.
not
degree
However,
only
one
evaluation.
You
evaluation
the
at
any
time
by
your
who can
has view
following
the below steps:
1
Access
the
My
Bryant
http://my.bryant.edu.
For
Portal best
website
at
results,
we
recommend using Internet Explorer 8 or later Firefox
3.6
password
LOGIN
2
or
later.
credentials
Enter and
your
click
on
login the
or
and
3
Click on
Banner.
4
Click on
Banner Self-Service SSO.
5
Click on
Student Services and Financial Aid.
orange
box.
Once logged in to the My Bryant Portal website, click on the
Quick Launch
drop down menu in
the upper right of your screen.
2 1
Click on
Student Records.
9
Your Major and/or Concentration should appear. Click
Generate New evaluation
at the bottom of
the screen.
Click on
Degree Evaluation. 10
Click the button next to your program, select the current term, and click
8
Select the current term and click
Generate Request.
Submit. 11
This
brings
up
your
degree,
your
major
and/or
concentration, and a list of the requirements that you
have
met
and
not
met
during
your
time
at
Bryant. Not met requirements will be highlighted in red. Please consult with an academic advisor to make sure that you are on track to graduate. Remember that the evaluation that is displayed is an unofficial audit.
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3
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"WHAT IF" ANALYSIS INSTRUCTIONS
concentration
A "What If" analysis is a tool that shows you what
You
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would happen if you decided to pursue different
that
always
your
remain
declarations, provide
a
original the
but
visual
degree
same the
based
"What
for
evaluation on
If"
your
Submit
will
that
also
you
is
offered
choose
to
to
choose
Add
up
to
for
that
More. two
program. Add
More
minors.
Click
when you are finished.
official
analysis
experimenting
can
allows
major, concentration, or minor programs. Keep in mind
You now need to choose the only major and/or
with
will and
understanding the potential options available to you. If you would like to run a "What If" analysis, use the below steps:
1
Click the text on the bottom of the screen during Step 9 (mentioned above). You will need to select an entry term.
2
You want
now to
need
to
check
out
choose a
a
program.
program
for
a
You
4
Select current term. Click
5
A new evaluation will appear. This will list all the
Generate Request.
may
number
of
reasons such as finding out course requirements, checking new
to
see
program,
degree
on
what
the
time
if
your
feasibility you
GPA of
decided
concentration or major, etc. Click you have chosen a program.
would
be
completing to
change
Continue
in
a
your
courses you have taken along with the respective
your
grades
when
you
different
program,
differently. academic
received.
You
your
will
advisor
in
Because courses
need
to
order
to
you
chose
may
now
speak
with
officially
a fall
your
change
your desired major, concentration, or minor.
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Resources to Support Your Success Many
individuals
across
campus
are
invested
in
your
success.
Here
are
brief
descriptions
along
with
contact numbers for some offices you may utilize frequently during your time at Bryant University:
The Undergraduate Advising Office | (401) 232-6210 Academic advisors are available to assist students with their course planning and academic progress.
Faculty Advising | Contact Numbers Vary Complements the academic advising provided by the Undergraduate Advising Office.
The Academic Center for Excellence and The Writing Center | (401) 232-6746 or 6567 Offer individual and group tutorial services, learning and study strategy assessments, and study skills and writing workshops.
Amica Center for Career Education | (401) 232-6090 Career counselors assist students in determining their interests and exploring careers.
The Office of Counseling Services | (401) 232-6045 Provides confidential counseling for personal issues.
The Office of Residence Life | (401) 232-6140 Offers specialized programming in the residence halls to support academic success.
Center for Diversity and Inclusion | (401) 232-6946 Provides
counseling,
international students.
advising,
and
support
services,
including
mentoring
services,
for
minority
and
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Other Resources Bryant
University
has
a
number
of
other
available
resources
to
meet
your
academic,
professional,
and
personal needs:
GETTING INVOLVED
ACADEMIC
Community Service
Study Abroad
Greek Life and Organizations
CAREER
Intramural and Sports Clubs Leadership
Internships through Amica Center for Career
Opportunities
(Leadership
Council,
Student Senate, and Student Alumni Association)
Education
NCAA Division I Varsity Athletics Over 70 Clubs and Organizations:
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Academic Clubs
Campus Ministry
Major Organizations
Chace Athletic and Wellness Center
Culture and Service Groups
Department of Health Services
Media Organizations
Women's Center
Special Interest Groups
Pride Center
For more detailed information regarding the various resources mentioned, visit the at my.bryant.edu.
Once
you
have
logged
in
using
your
Bryant
credentials,
click
My Bryant Portal
the
icon
in
the
top
page right
corner of the page to access content for different departments.
A complete list of all available Student Organizations can be found on our Student Involvement page here.