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Campus Life

Find Your Place. Make It Yours. 

College is more than the classes you take. It's the people you meet, the traditions you join, and the experiences you'll remember long after graduation. Whether you're cheering on the Bears, leading a student organization, exploring Portsmouth, or grabbing friends for karaoke night, you'll find countless ways to make ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø feel like home. 

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Campus Events 

From Student Programming Board favorites like bingo, bowling, karaoke, movie nights, and trivia to annual traditions like Week of Welcome and Homecoming, your calendar can stay as full as you want it. 

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Recreation & Wellness 

Take a break at the Recreation Center, play intramural sports, work out with friends, or enjoy campus spaces designed to help you recharge. 

Arts & Entertainment 

Catch a performance at the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts, explore the Clark Planetarium, visit an art exhibit, or relax in the University Center between classes. 

Sports

Whether you're competing, cheering in the stands, or celebrating with classmates after a big win, athletics are a major part of campus life. 

As ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø transitions to NCAA Division II and joins the Mountain East Conference, there's never been a more exciting time to be a Bear. 

Life Beyond Campus 

One of the best parts of ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is what surrounds it. 

Nestled along the Ohio River, Portsmouth offers students a vibrant downtown, local restaurants, festivals, outdoor recreation, and unique entertainment—all within minutes of campus. 

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Our Admissions team is here to help with anything you need, from choosing a program to submitting your application.

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