Centers and Institutes
Bryant University’s centers and institutes provide students with access to groundbreaking academic and research initiatives, high-tech facilities, and supportive campus resources that bolster their learning and enhance their college experience.
Academic and Research Centers
Ellen Wilson Leadership Center
The Ellen Wilson Leadership Center is the epicenter of leadership initiatives at Bryant. The center’s core mission is to build extraordinary, ethical leaders capable of making a global impact.
Business Entrepreneurship Leadership Center
The Business Entrepreneurship Leadership Center (BELC) is the new home of the College of Business. The space also houses Graduate and Professional Education, student clubs, and administrative offices.
Sprague Center for Entrepreneurship and Design Thinking
Bryant University’s Sprague Center for Entrepreneurship and Design Thinking provides aspiring entrepreneurs a dynamic environment for bringing their ideas to life.
John H. Chafee Center for International Business
The John H. Chafee Center for International Business provides comprehensive international trade services for businesses to expand into international markets.
Quinlan/Brown Academic Innovation Center
The Academic Innovation Center (AIC) is a 48,000-square-foot hub for experiential learning that features versatile classrooms, collaborative breakout spaces, and the reconfigurable Janikies Innovation Forum.
Center for Health and Behavioral Sciences
The Center for Health and Behavioral Sciences (CHBS) aims to enhance health and well-being through innovative, cross-disciplinary research that improves healthcare efficiency, quality, and accessibility.
Center for Teaching Excellence
The Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE) supports and enriches the practice and scholarship of teaching and learning at Bryant University.
Facilities
George E. Bello Center for Information and Technology
The Bello Center houses the Douglas and Judith Krupp Library, the Heidi and Walter Stepan Grand Hall, study and breakout rooms, and Bulldog Bytes.
Elizabeth and Malcolm Chace Wellness and Athletic Center
The Chace Wellness Center’s facilities, including the pool, exercise studio, and fitness center, are modeled after private-sector health clubs and are open to all Bryant students.
Michael E. ’67 and Karen L. Fisher Student Center
The Fisher Student Center provides facilities, services, and programs for the use of Bryant students, faculty, staff, alumni, and their guests.
Ronald K. and Kati C. Machtley Interfaith Center
The Machtley Interfaith Center offers spiritual support and a welcoming space for Bryant community members of all faiths and beliefs.
Campus Resource Centers
Amica Center for Career Education
The Amica Center for Career Education supports students’ career planning and development through personalized coaching, on-campus career fairs, employer networking events, and more.
PwC Center
The PwC Center is dedicated to fostering a welcoming campus environment where every community member feels valued, respected, and a strong sense of belonging.
Intercultural Center
The Intercultural Center (ICC) is a place for conversation and a resource center for consultation on multicultural and international issues for the entire campus.
Gertrude Meth Hochberg Women’s Center
The Hochberg Women’s Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of women on campus and beyond through supportive resources, community education, and campus events.
Pride Center
The Pride Center provides a safe and welcoming space for all members of the Bryant community to engage with LGBTQ+ topics through educational and social programs and supportive resources.
Academic Center for Excellence
The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) and the Writing Center are dedicated to helping students achieve their academic goals through individualized learning services.
Academic Testing Center
The Academic Testing Center (ATC) provides a distraction-free testing area for students to maximize student performance while maintaining test integrity.
The Information Center
The Information Center is the central “hub” of information for the Fisher Student Center as well as university information.
Student Activities Resource Center
The Student Activities Resource Center supports Bryant’s clubs and organizations, coordinates community service events, and guides students in engaging with co-curricular activities.