++  Philanthropists Carol and George Bauer attend an announcement ceremony in front of a mansion on the campus of University of Bridgeport in Bridgeport, Conn. on Thursday Oct. 12, 2017. The Bauer's are giving $2.3 million to transform the old home into a comprehensive innovation center, which will be called Bauer Hall. Their donation will refurbish the 8,600 square-foot building to house a slew of resources (design software, 3D printer, maker space, conference rooms, etc. etc.) and experts (attorneys, marketing gurus, engineers) to support CT businesses, start-ups, and UB student-entrepreneurs. Photo: Christian Abraham / Hearst Connecticut Media / Connecticut Post