BENTLEY UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS
3.44
OVERALL GPA
Women’s Volleyball had the highest female team GPA of 3.71 and Men’s Ice Hockey had the highest male team GPA of 3.67.
FLIGHT PLAN
315 student-athletes enrolled (freshman and sophomores only)
98% completed CDI 101 82% participation in RADical health - focusing on maintaining mental health and forming strong connections with peers
315 students participating in Bentley Plus 90% of teams completing community service
SUCCESS BY NUMBERS
27%
projected increase in total ticket sales
162.5%
increase in total corporate sponsorships
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Ticket sales from 2024-2025 totaled $140,529.48, while ticket sales in 20252026 thus far total $104,249.00.
Corporate Sponsorships from 20242025 totaled $40,000, while corporate sponsorships so far this academic year 2025-2026 total $105,000. FITNESS CENTER PROGRESS
This semester featured new classes and a partnership with Strength & Conditioning Hosted 3 classes in partnership with the Falcon Discovery Seminar
As of mid-November. over 2,700 unique undergraduate students have used the fitness center Upgraded part of the cardio equipment and worked with AIA to purchase three new machines based on student feedback
FALL 2025
Volleyball and Football were both NE10 Champions, with Men’s Soccer and Field Hockey both making NE10 and NCAA playoff appearances.
LEARFIELD DIRECTORS’ CUP
Bentley University was ranked #19 in the LearfieldDirector’sCup.
PRESIDENT’S CUP
Bentley University Athletics was ranked #1 in the NE10 for the President’sCup.
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VARSITY TEAMS
14 COMPETITIVE SPORTS TEAMS
4 teams have made it to nationals in the last year
2025-2026
CONT.
MARK ARGUST ‘01
Men’s Basketball
WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL
NE10 Champions, NCAA D2 East Region Champions
MEN’S SOCCER
NE10 regular season champions, NCAA D2 second round game
WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY
Two athletes qualified for the NCAA D2 championship
MEN’S BASKETBALL
NE10 favorite this season, ranked #24 in National Association of Basketball Coaches preseason poll
WOMEN’S GOLF
Ranked 2 in NE10 championships, placed 1 in 3 different tournaments nd st
STAN DEMARTINIS '96
Football and Baseball
FOOTBALL
NE10 Champions, Qualified for NCAA D2 championship tournament
FIELD HOCKEY
Reached NE10 championship game, selected for NCAA tournament
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
Ranked 21 in WBCA D2 national coaches’ poll st
ICE HOCKEY
Voted 3 in AHA preseason poll rd
NEW COACHES
Kevin Walsh (swimming), Ashley Holdridge (women’s lacrosse), Courtney Gilman (men’s tennis), Brook Capello (softball)
HALL OF FAME INDUCTION
On September 25, 2025, Bentley Athletics inducted 6 former athletes and coaches into the Hall of Fame Coach, Swimming & Diving
MELISSA NASH RAMIREZ ‘09
Track and Cross Country
MARY KAY SAMKO
RYAN SODERQUIST '00
Ice Hockey Track and Field
HOLT SIHVONEN '18
BentleyPlus
Through BentleyPlus, students will feel supported, connected and empowered to flourish!
2,168
A BentleyPlus Fall 2025 Event S T U D E N T S A T T E N D E D
INCOMING FIRST YEAR CLASS
Attended the Foundations of Wellbeing Session at Fall 2025 Orientation
STUDENTS ENROLLED IN BENTLEYPLUS
Student have joined the program after learning about it through Orientation, outreach events or various campus involvements
2 3 MISSION STATEMENT
BentleyPlus seeks to support student success through intentional skill development that centers wellbeing at the forefront of the student journey Our staff and programs will help students get the most out their co-curricular experiences, connecting them to their academic pursuits and their career aspirations
5 330
Professional Staff (Director and Assistant Director)
Student Employees (BentleyPlus Educators starting Spring 2026)
COMPETENCIES FALCONS FOCUSED ON
Of the 11 competencies students can select to develop in throughout the course of the program. The most popular options selected include Wellbeing, Community Engagement, Critical Thinking, Dialogue and Problem Solving
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FALL 2025
International Education Week
Fall 2025 & Spring 2026
Career Fairs
Orientation & Student
Onboarding
FDS Classes
First Gen Leadership Lab
BentleyPlus
Through BentleyPlus, students will feel supported, connected and empowered to flourish!
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT POSITIONS EMBED COMPETENCIES INTO POSITION
Resident Assistants, SP&E
Student Employees, Wellness
Educators, Student Conduct Assistants, and more 25 62 101 30 7
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT PRESENTATIONS
Hosted a variety of engagement events and presentation to raise awareness about the program
BENTLEYPLUS ADVISORS
BENTLEYPLUS KICKOFF MEETINGS
Kickoff meetings introduce students to their advisor and allow them to select their competencies
NEW FOLLOWERS ON INSTAGRAM
Saw a 101 increase in Instagram followers since August 2025. 462 followers in total
Advisors from across the Division of Student Affairs provide mentorship, guidance and development opportunities to and support to their BentleyPlus Advisees
BENTLEYPLUS & DIVISIONAL FOCUS AREAS
All first and second year student athletes are enrolled in BentleyPlus through the Flight Plan
Launched New Student Wellbeing experience, including Foundations of Wellbeing programs, integration with Residence Life and Housing and Falcon Discovery Seminar
Hired three student employees for the new BentleyPlus Educators position, starting in Spring 2026
BENTLEY STUDENTS ON THEIR EXPERIENCES
“I love the one-on-one aspect compared to the groups we did my freshman year! I feel like I'm already getting a lot more out of this than my first go-around, as it lets me really connect with my mentor and engage in relating my competencies to my own specific experiences ”
“I enjoy the experience so far, I feel like this program and these meetings will help me hold myself accountable and I will try to go to the events more often.”
“Advisor is my biggest support system”
“I think it is good to step back and really analyze these competencies ”
CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS & SCHOLARS
TOTAL INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS & SCHOLARS
Of the graduate and undergraduate student body is international
The Center for International Students and Scholars (CISS) is a student-centered team that recognizes the vital place that international students and scholars hold at Bentley University. We are focused on empowering students and scholars to pursue academic, social, and professional success. CISS promotes inclusive excellence, belonging, intercultural competency, and connection within the Bentley community. We achieve our goals through the strategic areas of comprehensive advising, immigration compliance, advocacy, cultural exchange, and programming.
Director
Assistant Director
-609 undergraduate students
-106 graduate students
-64 exchange students
-193 alumni on OPT
-7 visiting scholars
TOP FIVE COUNTRIES
35% of international students come from five top sending countries:
1 China (10%)
2 India (9%)
3 Brazil (6%)
4 Spain (4%)
5 Vietnam (4%)
100+ COUNTRIES REPRESENTED
Students come from all regions of the globe: Africa, the Americas, Asia/Pacific, Europe, and Middle East.
(2) Senior International Student Advisors
Senior Coordinator
Graduate Assistant
(5) Student Employees
WorldView Coordinator
47 EVENTS HOSTED
Examples include:
International Orientation
Immigration attorney visit
Social and cultural events for students and scholars
Employment authorization workshops
Programming covered immigration, career success, culture, scholar support, and more
Campus Partners: Academic Advising, Admissions, Center for Languages and International Collaboration, Cronin Office of International Education, Diversity & Inclusion, Multicultural Center, Orientation and Student Onboarding, Pulsifer Career Development, Student Financial Services Families enjoying the Welcome Reception at International Student Orientation
International Student Orientation
150 new undergrads, 40 new grads, 60 exchange students
International Education Week
14 events celebrating global learning, cultural exchange, and community
International Peer Mentor Program
18 mentors, 150 new and transfer mentees
WorldView
21 student ambassadors brought the world to the classroom
Story Circles
3 intercultural storytelling sessions facilitated for students and staff
CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS & SCHOLARS
ADVISING AND PROGRAM STATS
WORLDVIEW CLASSROOM VISITS
21 WorldView ambassadors brought global perspectives to the classroom
OF NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Expressed understanding of immigration responsibilities after attending international student orientation
ADVISING HOURS
CISS staff held drop in hours four days per week for the entire semester.
EQUITY & INCLUSION SPOTLIGHT: INTERNATIONAL PEER MENTOR PROGRAM
Launched in Fall 2025, 18 peer mentors matched with each incoming first year and transfer undergraduate Mentors connected electronically with mentees every week and met up monthly CISS hosted several events for program participants to form connections 70% of new international students agreed that their mentor helped them adjust to life on campus 91% felt supported by CISS 100% of new students reported that they are satisfied with their experience at Bentley
“It warms my heart to hear that my mentee is adjusting so well to college and is such a beloved member of the Waltham community.”
STUDENT VISITS
CISS staff advised students through walk-ins, advising hours, and appointments
STUDENT REQUESTS PROCESSED
CISS staff prepared more than 1,400 immigration documentation requests
INTRODUCING THE CISS PORTAL
CISS debuted the CISS Portal in August thanks to the implementation of our new TerraDotta software For the first time, international students can access their immigration records and submit immigration requests in one convenient location.
International Peer Mentor
FALCON FAMILY FRIDGE
The Falcon Family Fridge is a freestanding outdoor structure with shelves for large plastic bins to hold dry goods, and it also contains a full fridge for perishable goods. We operate almost entirely on community donations!
RUNNING THE FALCON FAMILY FRIDGE
Staff member, as part of their role, oversees a small budget which covers the cost of our student employees and weekly grocery trips
Student employees check the unit twice daily to track consumption and keep the unit stocked and clean
This is an average of close to 500 items per week, directly feeding members of our community!
The Falcon Food Fight competition has attracted upwards of 100 donors from across campus Participants engaged in fun challenges for prizes all while giving to this effort. Extra points for perishables helped keep the fridge full
ITEMS
Our Amazon Wishlist allows food to be delivered directly to the unit, making it easy for people to donate our most needed items Student employees manage distribution of these items so we always have plenty available to take.
FALCON FAMILY FRIDGE (CON’T)
NEW INITIATIVES THIS FALL
This year we implemented a yearlong competition to spread out donations and sustain giving FOOD FIGHT COMPETITION
WEEKLY GROCERY RUNS
Demand for perishables grew so high we implemented a weekly purchase of items for fridge/ freezer - always quickly consumed
CLASSROOM PRESENTATIONS
Students were encouraged to bring items for the Fridge to class lessons on food insecurity at Bentley
A TRUE FALCON GENEROSITY STORY
SODEXO DONATIONS
Each Friday, leftover soon-toexpire items from the LaCava cafeteria were donated, including salads and perishable sandwiches
NEW STUDENT PARTNERSHIP
Bentley student group “Scholars of Finance” volunteered weekly to help us distribute items from LaCava to the Falcon Family Fridge
ADDITIONAL STUDENT EMPLOYEE
We have grown from two to three student employees to keep the unit running smoothly due to increased utilization
Heartfelt thanks from Falcons we have helped!
HEALTH, COUNSELING & WELLBEING
Helping Falcons Thrive at Bentley and Beyond
1527
S T U D E N T S
Were seen by the Health, Counseling, or Wellbeing Staff in the Fall 2025 Semester
Wellbeing at Bentley is a dynamic balance of personal and community wellness, where students feel supported, connected, and empowered to flourish It’s about caring for oneself, making intentional choices, nurturing meaningful relationships, and engaging in environments that promote joy, purpose, and belonging
STUDENT POPULATION INTERACTIONS
876 6938
APPOINTMENTS @ THE HEALTH CENTER
98 7% of students would recommend the Health Center to a friend. 100% felt their provider actively listened to their concerns
SWIPES INTO WELLNEST LOUNGE
Students utilized the WellNest Lounge to unwind, attend programs, host events and connect with their peers
APPOINTMENTS @ THE COUNSELING CENTER
91% of students would recommend the Counseling Center to a friend 95% felt more comfortable at Bentley after coming to the Counseling Center
Full time staff including Nurse Practitioners, Counselors, Admins, Sexual Assault Resource Specialist and Associate Director of Communications
Doctoral interns, MPH graduate intern, student employees (WEs and RSVPs)
EVENT ATTENDANCE
700+
Health Education Tabling Events on:
Flu & Cold Wellness Kits
World Mental Health Day Red Zone Awareness
Wellness Walks
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Bringing in the Bystander sessions for 11 Varsity Athletic Teams
LGBTQ+ Sexual Health Open Forum
Let’s Talk Costumes & Consent
HEALTH, COUNSELING & WELLBEING
Helping Falcons Thrive at Bentley and Beyond
BETTERMYND SESSIONS
646
152 new registered users during the Fall 2025 semester Students attended 646 sessions over the course of the semester
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS USED THE WELLNEST
19 unique student organizations including cultural and religious based orgs, FSL, and athletic teams hosted events in the WellNest Lounge 4 orgs hosted more than one event.
987 19 244
VACCINES ADMINISTERED
113 TB & Immunization Titers were performed (2x higher than Fall 2024) across 5 on-campus vaccine clinics in the Fall 2025 semester.
WELLBEING & DIVISIONAL FOCUS AREAS
Examples of work that ties to divisional focus areas: Social Connection, Staff experiences, Wellbeing, Equity and Inclusion
448 Student Athletes screened through Counseling Center in conjunction with the NCAA’s Mental Health Screening Program
Building out a peer mentorship and personalized health coaching program with the WEs and RSVPs
Bentley students who accessed Togetherall were not current clients of the Counseling Center
SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS
7 reels, 47 carousel posts, 190 story posts were curated for the Bentley Health Instagram reaching 10,000 accounts
HEALTH CENTER OUTREACH CAMPAIGNS
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Health Center Staff hosted tabling events on HIV prevention/PrEP, Dangers of Vaping and Cessation Options, Sleep Hygiene, Vaccine Promotion and Boo to the Flu
WHEN BENTLEY STUDENTS ENGAGE WITH US, THEY SAY:
“I thought the staff there were fantastic and very understanding, it felt easy to talk to them even about awkward subjects.”
“I loved the immediate response and how safe and comfortable they made me feel.”
“My counselor was very good, and they have a great staff. I felt extremely comfortable with sharing my experience with them.”
“Being a student currently going through internship recruitment and a full class schedule I can really get burnt out, and so the inviting and calming aspect of the WellNest has really helped with that.”
MULTICULTURAL CENTER
Promotes cultural awareness, knowledge, and inquiry, for students to gain the skills to learn more about their personal identity and appreciate the uniqueness of others. Develop innovative programs that promote inclusion and diversity in all aspects of the student experience.
STAFFING
FALL 2025 TYPES OF ENGAGEMENT
Our four professional staff members represent diverse racial and gender identities, strengthening the MCC’s work in student support and community building
The MCC is supported by 19 student interns across all class years- from first-year through graduate- who contribute to programming, outreach, and daily operations
MOSAIC EXPERIENCE MOSAIC EXPERIENCE
Program Purpose
Pre-orientation experience for first-year & transfer students
Focuses on identity-based learning, cultural exploration, and community-building
STUDENT LOUNGE VISITS
The CB lounge serves as a central hub for connection, welcoming over 3,348 student visits throughout the fall semester
PEER 2 PEER
Designed to foster mentor–mentee connection through intentional social gatherings, the program currently engages 144 students. Two paid student coordinators conduct regular check-ins, provide individualized support to mentoring pairs, and oversee program logistics and community-building events that strengthen belonging across campus
MCC STUDENT GROUPS
MCC students engage in leadership and mentorship through roles such as: MCC Interns, Blue Table Media, and Peer-2-Peer Mentorship, alongside identity-based affinity groups such as Mankind Movement and Coming Full Circle
MCC RETREAT
Cornerstone of MCC fall programming, grounded in a few of Bentley’s core values: care, learning, respect, diversity and collaboration
Three-day Experience featuring:
Leadership & goal-setting workshops
Financial literacy & time management sessions
Alumni panels and networking opportunities
Team-building and guided reflection
Core themes:
Community & belonging Authentic dialogue
Leadership growth
Participation:
86 student participants
114 total attendees (students, staff, alumni, and corporate partners)
Key outcomes (post-retreat survey):
Strengthened sense of belonging and cultural pride
Increased confidence in leadership and selfexpression
Expanded cross-cultural understanding and peer mentorship
MULTICULTURAL CENTER
FALL 2025 PROGRAM REACH
EARS, OVERALL ENROLLMENT OF AS INCREASED YEAR OVER YEAR, UAL GROWTH RATE OF 11.9% 4.3% WITHIN THE FIRST-YEAR
Identify as Students of Color
MCC PROGRAM REACH
(Fall 2025, 8 Signature Programs)
This chart reflects the impact of 8 high-touch, Multicultural Center’s initiatives on student engagement among Bentley’s 1,625 enrolled students of color in Fall 2025 Together, these programs supported 789 participating students through mentorship, identity development, leadership, and discussion-based community building, representing a meaningful snapshot of the MCC’s program reach, not the full scope of the center’s campus-wide impact Collectively, these initiatives were delivered through 30+ programs and events throughout the Fall semester alone, underscoring the MCC’s sustained, multitouchpoint approach to engagement >35%
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to create a distinctive learning environment beyond the classroom designed for every student to connect, develop, and thrive.
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Professional Student
VPSA STAFFING
STUDENT AFFAIRS FOCUS AREAS
STUDENT ORG PARTNERSHIPS
As part of our commitment to fostering a student-centered campus culture, each member of the Vice President’s Leadership Team (VPLT) has been assigned to a portfolio of student organizations.
VPLT’s role is to observe, uplift, and advocate ensuring that student perspectives are heard and considered in institutional planning and decisionmaking.
STUDENT AFFAIRS STAFF
10 DIVISION MEETINGS HELD
4 STAFF ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Since August 1 , the Division of Student Affairs has welcomed 14 Full-Time Staff, and 6 Part-Time Staff Members st FALL
20 NEW STAFF IN STUDENT AFFAIRS
564 STUDENT EMPLOYEES
NEWSLETTERS SENT
1 ONBOARDING SESSIONS HELD
2 EMAILS TO PARENTS/FAMILY
6 FIRST GEN PROGRAMS HOSTED
Across the Division of Student Affairs, our student employees help to keep our offices running, our campus engaged, and our communities safe and supported.
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IMPACT REPORT
NEW STUDENTS
New Falcons reported that they are prepared to start their Bentley journey following their New Falcon Experience P R E P A R E D
We work to create a foundation, so that new students can connect and thrive at Bentley. Our office supports undergraduate onboarding, orientation, and transition programs to make the New Falcon Experience accessible, engaging and meaningful.
9639 99%
Full-time master’s level professionals with talents in relationship-building, executing, and influencing Our team has an Executive Director, Associate Director, and Assistant Director with shared administrative support
Our student staff is comprised of one Graduate Assistant and 96 undergraduate student staff who are engaging in intentional opportunities to become the leaders of tomorrow while supporting the new students of today
The new undergraduate falcon community is a diverse cohort of first-year, transfer, and new exchange students who join us in the fall and spring semesters.
FAMILY MEMBERS & SUPPORTERS
At Bentley, we view families and supporters as partners in their student’s experience. We provide resources and information for them to be ambassadors to their student’s success while empowering students to personally own their Bentley experience.
STUDENT STAFF
To provide a personalized experience for our new falcons, we employ about 100 undergraduate student staff annually as Orientation Student Coordinators, Orientation Assistants, Orientation Leaders, a New Falcon Mentor Student Coordinator, and New Falcon Mentors. Additionally, we have one Graduate Assistant to support special projects and student programming.
Preparation
New Falcon Checklist
Bentley Beginnings
Academic Orientation and Course Registration Prep
Falcon Live Chat Series
Support
New Falcon Mentors
New Falcon Question Form
New Falcon News
Falcon Quick Guide
New Falcon Experience
Website
Connection
NESTworking
Orientation
Orientation Leaders
Falcon 40
IMPACT REPORT
FALL 2025
CONNECTIONS AT ORIENTATION
Students reported that they felt Orientation provided an opportunity to connect with a peer, faculty, or staff member when on campus.
SUPPORT RESOURCES & RIGHTS
Students reported that they know where to go when they need support and they are aware of their rights and responsibilities as a Bentley community member
BELONGING AT BENTLEY
Students reported that they agree or strongly agree that they belong at Bentley following their Orientation program
COLLABORATIONS
Bentley Brief
In the summer of 2025, we began working with Advancement to streamline our newsletter outreach to new families to introduce them to the communication platform they will utilize once their student starts classes We’ve seen successful engagement with this collaboration.
Baby Falc Fridays
This onboarding cycle we have worked with various departments across the institution to host 18 Baby Falc Fridays which provide an innovative way for offices to share resources and answer questions for incoming students and families via Instagram with an average of 1300 views per posting Vector Courses
This year, we achieved the 2025 Seal of Prevention and reached Dynasty Status! Vector reports that high school students are 34% more likely to attend an institution with this seal, and institutional recipients have an 8% higher firstyear retention rate
Falcon 40
Collaborated with 12 different offices across the Institution to build out this calendar of events to introduce new students to the wide variety of opportunities they have access to in and outside of the classroom.
STAFF RETENTION
The Orientation Team has a strong retention rate for the role When choosing not to return, the primary reasons are studying abroad or stepping into a role that conflicts with the Orientation training and program timeline This has also helped to increase the engagement of our young alumni
QUESTION FORM & SUPPORT
Staff members from across Bentley supported 302 unique new students and families via the New Falcon Question form on ServiceNow
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
Number of views we received for our Falcon Live Chat series We also had 344 families participate live
MEDIA
SPIRITUAL LIFE
“Get Lit” 2025-2026 THEME
Let your spirit burn bright with...
WONDER - Spark Awe
CURIOSITY - Ignite Exploration
WISDOM - Shine Light
COMPASSION - Share the Warmth
MISSION STATEMENT
The Bentley Spiritual Life Center fosters spiritual well-being by encouraging curiosity, kindness, and meaningful engagement with diverse traditions and perspectives We create inclusive spaces for reflection, dialogue, and interfaith connection, empowering students to live with purpose, authenticity, and belonging
STAFFING
6 3
ONBOARDED THIS FALL
Tamar Levy Manager of Jewish Life and Learning
Emma Markham, Chaplain for Belonging and Dialogue
Student Employees Intro to Mindfulness Course
SELECT EVENTS
GET LIT S’MORES EVENT
Promoting our ‘Get Lit’ theme, we hosted a campfire event where students were invited to reflect on new habits they want to ignite and old bagged they want to release into the fire. ‘Get Lit’ t-shirts and stickers were given away—along with lots of gooey smores!
TRANSGENDER DAY OF REMEMBRANCE
Commemorating those who lost their lives to antitrans violence Our keynote speaker, a local, trans Rabbinical student, shared powerfully about both the joys and complexities of navigating genderqueer identities in religious communities
READING DAY BRUNCH
A chance to reset and recharge before finals, with scrumptious comfort food, building wind chimes, sculpting clay zoo animals, folding origami, group tai chi and mindful study techniques!
The Bentley Bridge Builders (BBB) is an interfaith fellowship program where students from diverse backgrounds:
Develop skills for bridging differences with radical love
Explore and deepen their spiritual, religious and/or contemplative lives
Build lasting friendships and community at Bentley and Beyond!
This semester, 14 students participated in BBB through weekly skill building, interfaith dialouge and a weekend retreat
SPIRITUAL LIFE
SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMUNITIES
BENTLEY CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION
Sunday Mass: 80-95 10
HILLEL
Friday Shabbat Dinners: 30-40 8
MUSLIM STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
Friday Jummah Prayer: 20-30
Tuesday Night Gatherings: 15-25 7
CRU/ATHLETES IN ACTION
Wednesday Cru Gathering: 50-60
Thursday AIA Gatherings: 40-50 20
HINDU STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
Ad Hoc Holiday Celebrations: 10-20 9
BENTLEY BRIDGE BUILDERS
Skill-building & Equipping: 10 Interfaith Dialogue: 8 14
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT, CONDUCT
AND CARE
Undergraduate Students
total students have interacted with our team, either through a Care referral, a Student Conduct hearing, or a supportive conversation
Graduate Students
45
Full-time staff members
Optional Pre-Administrative Hearing meetings requested by a Student and held with a Student Conduct Assistant for peer support prior to an Adminstrative Conduct Hearing
Student Conduct Assistants (undergraduate)
Medical Amnesty and Assistance (MM+A) cases granted after a student or friend called University Police or an RA for help due to alcohol intoxication
Providing holistic support to students as they work towards graduation, we aim to assist students in overcoming various challenges, both academic and personal, that might arise during their university journey, while maintaining a commitment to fostering a supportive environment for student success 7 Preventative MM+A related programs
18
Offer peer support through optional Pre-Administrative Hearing meetings Plan various preventative programs and forms of community engagement. Examples include: Cookies & Care MM+A: Halloween Edition Halloween Hydration Stop Ready for Room Checks? Staff the Office’s front desk with administrative support Serve as student decision-makers on Student Conduct Boards
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT, CONDUCT AND CARE
89%
Of 382 total Care referrals were submitted by Bentley Faculty or Staff
14
Falcon Connect Mentor Sanctions issued as a Student Conduct sanction, pairing a student with a Faculty or Staff member
72% 11
109
Of 382 total Care referrals received represent Mental/Emotional Health as the top area of concern
Leaves of Absence, Return from Leave, and Transfer/Withdrawal requests were processed
DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS FOCUS AREAS
Social Connection
We foster meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging by supporting students through moments of challenge, transition, and growth Our work creates opportunities for connection between peers, with staff, and across campus so students feel seen, heard, and supported Through educational conversations, restorative practices, and proactive outreach, we help students build trust, accountability, and community
Wellbeing
Student wellbeing is at the center of everything we do We provide holistic, individualized support that addresses academic, emotional, behavioral, and personal challenges Through early intervention, coordinated care, and educational student conduct processes, we promote resilience, personal responsibility, and healthy decision-making with the goal of helping students persist and thrive well beyond their years at Bentley
Equity & Inclusion
We are committed to fair, inclusive, and transparent practices that honor students’ diverse identities, lived experiences, and needs Our approach emphasizes dignity, access, and accountability, ensuring students receive equitable support and clear guidance We continually examine our policies, processes, and interactions to remove barriers and promote belonging
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Students participated in a BASICs appointment with SDCC staff as a Student Conduct sanction following an alcohol related incident
Student Conduct Boards were held, adjudicating 14 individual students and 4 Student Organizations
STUDENT PROGRAMS & ENGAGEMENT
MISSION STATEMENT
The Office of Student Programs & Engagement enriches Bentley’s transformative undergraduate learning experience by creating environments and opportunities that facilitate authentic social connections and holistic student development. Our student-centered and values-driven programs, leadership experiences, and services bring students together and prepare them to be change agents at Bentley and beyond.
STAFFING
2 Staff trained as facilitators to provide TIPS Training for safe alcohol service in Harry’s
1 Certified Gallup Strengths Coach
2 Graduate Assistants attending a Masters Program at Boston College
Professional Organizations
2 Staff serve on ACUI Conference Team
2 Staff serve on ACUI Regional Leadership Team
1 Staff serves on AFA Regional Membership Engagement Team
5 staff attended ACUI Regional Conference
1 staff attended AFA National Conference
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT
Student Employment Highlights
18 new staff members onboarded to the team
10 students promoted into manager roles
10 staff members completed TIPS training certification
4 students attended the ACUI Regional Conference at the University of Vermont Re-introduction of Lead Building Manager position
“I truly value the sense of community and collaboration that exists within our team. SP&E is a space that fosters leadership, professional development, and a commitment to student success ” -Quoted from a Manager Application
“Through my experience, I’ve developed strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills. I’m confident in handling unexpected challenges, training new staff, and ensuring smooth operations during busy shifts I bring effective communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure – all of which I can bring with me into my job after graduation.“
-Quoted from graduating senior Exit Interview
REGISTERED STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
“Through my groups, I ve been able to build leadership skills and connect with people who share similar interests It’s also rewarding to see how our events and projects bring people together and promote meaningful connections across the campus community “
“As an international student my main goal on campus was to branch out as much as I could Bentley offers an incredible number of opportunities to get involved and I’ve made it a point to explore as many as I can The connections I’ve built through the different organizations I’m part of have genuinely been one of the best parts of my journey here “
“Joining an organization gave me a chance to meet people who share the same energy and interests as me, while also pushing me out of my comfort zone Being part of an org lets me grow as a leader and build skills I know I ll need in the future Plus, it makes college way more interactive, I’m here for the memories as much as the degree ”
Academic: 25
Arts & Recreation: 23
Community Engagement: 14
Fraternity & Sorority Life: 18
Identity & Advocacy: 26
RSO Highlights
Recognized by SGA and onboarded by SP&E Staff
Rollout of new AIA funding model to allow more autonomy for org leaders and ownership over their budgets
Sororities: 237 Members
Alpha Phi: 69
Gamma Phi Beta: 41
Kappa Delta: 60
Phi Sigma Sigma: 67
Fraternities: 242 Members
Alpha Gamma Pi: 30
Alpha Epsilon Pi: 24
Delta Kappa Epsilon: 40
Delta Sigma Iota: 10
Kappa Sigma: 47
STUDENT ORG MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5 Workshops and Trainings offered, 97 attendance (86 unique attendees)
Inclusion of non-social (academic and service) Greek-letter organizations into FSL cluster, to allow for better consistency and accountability
Attendance: 11,805
*2,943 unique students ONLY CAPTURES CAMPUSGROUPS EVENT CHECK-INS
Sigma Chi: 41
50 NEW MEMBERS
Sigma Gamma Delta: 30
Sigma Pi: 20
Recruited and initiated by chapters eligible to recruit
STUDENT PROGRAMS & ENGAGEMENT
STUDENT ORGANIZATION SUPPORT
The Student Organization Support Form is meant to provide support and services to SP&E registered student organizations and requests are automatically directed to the staff member who can best assist This process is supported by the Student Organization Support Team and SP&E Professional Staff
All-StudentEmail:40
CampusGroupsSupport:6
ContractRequest:37
EMSandSpaceReservations:16
ExternalDonationApproval:4
FoodWaiver:91
GAEmailAccess:61
LiabilityWaiver:12
Off-CampusTravel Authorization:36
Other:22
PROGRAMMING TEAM
Back2Bentley: 9
Trivia: 13
Other: 11
Event Attendance:
Back2Bentley: 1,079
(909 unique)
Trivia: 131 (86 unique)
Other: 1,095 (346 unique)
Student leaders can utilize the AIA Payment Request Form to request a variety of payment types on behalf of their student organization This process is supported by the elected students in the Allocation & Internal Audit Committee and SP&E Professional Staff
Per Week
AIAPurchasingCardPurchase:312
BentleyCateringOrder:43
REQUESTS
Student Staffing Hours Per Week
VendorCheckPayment:36 588
MileageReimbursement:3
StudentReimbursement:193
StudentServiceProvider Payment:1
Student Programs & Engagement (SP&E) has a Student Organization Event Approval Process to ensure that all student organization programs (meetings, events, activities, and trips) meet all policy requirements and have the necessary support from SP&E to be successful All programs must be submitted in CampusGroups and are reviewed by SP&E Professional Staff
Meetings:78
Events:358
Off-CampusTravel:22
STUDENT CENTER
Business Center Usage
76 Movie Tickets Sold @ $8 per ticket = $608 Pool and Ping Pong Use: 1,114 individuals
329 Posters Printed 21,848 Flyers Printed for Student Organizations
Began outreach to alumni with connections to SP&E with the goal of increasing alumni engagement and creating new opportunities for social events and networking/professional development for current students
85 Alumni filled out interest form wanting to stay connected
30 Student Employees
23 Student Organization Members
32 Student Employee AND Student Organization Member
Representation from:
Class of 2017 through 2025
All 4 SP&E Student Employment Teams
AIA, CAB, Class Cabinets, SGA, +24 additional organizations 11 out of 14 FSL chapters (both social and non-social)
“ I cherished my time at Bentley and at the Student Center so I would love to hear updates.”
“If SP&E ever comes to LA I would love to reconnect :)”
“Thank you for reaching out. Working in the Student Center was one of the best things I did at Bentley. I appreciate you giving me the opportunity to stay in touch!”
Building Projects
Guests experienced newly renovated restrooms on the 2 and 3 floor nd rd
New single- and doubleoccupancy meeting pods were installed to provide additional meeting space
Harry’s Updates and Improvements
Addition of photo booth, Touch Tunes juke box, pool table, and new branding displays
Increase in Alcohol Sales: $2,911.50 (647 drinks @ $4 50 per drink)
112 EMS Reservations in Harry’s (81 student events)
When asked “Where do you feel most welcome or "at home" on campus?” in the Fall 2025 SP&E Engagement Survey, students listed the Student Center as the 2 most answered location (after their Residence Hall room as most answered) and students listed the Student Center as the top most answered location for “Where do you spend the most time on campus, outside of class time?”. nd
HYPE & MARKETING REACH
122 HYPE Project Requests
2 Division of Student Affairs
21 SP&E Department
44 SP&E Programming Team 55 Student Organizations
PREVENTATIVE SAFETY
2138 Building checks consisting of academic, residential, and athletic buildings
Test activation of Emergency Notification System (BentleySafe) 7323 Community members contacted with 91% success rate across 3 modes of communication (Text, Email, Voicemail)
Quarterly testing of 52 on campus panic alarms
Monthly testing of 344 emergency callboxes 1 Emergency Management functional exercise
Impact Statement Fall 2025
Percentage of Falcon Connect referrals assigned to UP mentors 42%
282
Crisis Intervention Unit
Critical Incident Stress Management Unit
Training Unit Special Services Unit
Community Engagement Unit
THE RESIDENTIAL CENTER
RESIDENCE LIFE AND STUDENT HOUSING
LIVING ON CAMPUS
RESIDENCE HALLS
We have 3 first-year traditional residence halls, 5 suite-style halls, and 13 apartment-style halls.
Students report that
4outof5
residential students report feeling a sense of belonging in their hall or community.
Our residential model is intentionally designed to support student growth, offering increasing independence and responsibility as students progress from first-year residence halls to suite- and apartment-style living of students agree that residential staff are responsive,
The Residential Center delivers safe, inclusive living experiences that promote belonging, encourage personal growth, and connect students to the people and resources that support their success
We create safe, inclusive communities where students are supported in their growth as learners and leaders, and where independence and accountability increase over time, from structured first-year halls to suites and apartment living as students gain confidence and responsibility
STAFFING AND STUDENT SUPPORT
Administrators on Duty (AOD)
Professional staff trained for emergency response who work with University Police to support students 24/7, including weekends and breaks
Resident Assistants (RAs)
Student leaders trained to support their peers through community engagement, crisis response, mediation, and campus resource navigation
Live-On Professional Staff
Professional staff members live on campus, providing after-hours support, late-night programming, and crisis response for students.
The Defined Communities at Bentley provide an enhanced environment of learning within the residence halls Each community provides dedicated spaces for students with similar interests and passions to live and learn around a central theme or academic focus.
