
September 30, 2026
Artist and community arts advocate, Suzanne Kachmar, to receive Community Leadership Award from University of Bridgeport
University of Bridgeport is bestowing its Community Leadership Award this year to Bridgeport's beloved Suzanne Kachmar.
Come join us to celebrate Community Leadership Award recipient Suzanne Kachmar.
October 03, 2026 at 6 PM
John J. Cox Student Center
Register for the Knight's Fest Gala! Dress up and join us for a formal dinner and awards ceremonies for outstanding alumni, faculty, community leaders, and for hall of fame and lifetime achievement in athletics. Whether you’re celebrating with friends, supporting honorees, or simply enjoying the festivities, the Knight’s Fest Gala promises to be a night to remember. Don’t miss out — secure your spot today!

Kachmar finds the synergy between people and opportunities and connects them. One of her crown initiatives is the Bridgeport Art Trail, an annual city-wide open studio arts celebration, marking 18 years in 2026.
The ceremony will take place at University of Bridgeport's annual Knight's Fest Gala on Saturday, October 3 at 6PM. The gala awards tables are filling up quick, so please email your friends, family, colleagues this link for them to purchase tickets for the gala:
Come join us to celebrate Community Leadership Award recipient Suzanne Kachmar.
October 03, 2026 at 6 PM
John J. Cox Student Center
Register for the Knight's Fest Gala! Dress up and join us for a formal dinner and awards ceremonies for outstanding alumni, faculty, community leaders, and for hall of fame and lifetime achievement in athletics. Whether you’re celebrating with friends, supporting honorees, or simply enjoying the festivities, the Knight’s Fest Gala promises to be a night to remember. Don’t miss out — secure your spot today!


