For Your Safety

WHEN IT COMES TO STUDENT SAFETY, ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS. BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY HAS MANY WAYS TO HELP YOU FEEL SAFE ON CAMPUS.

SIGN UP TO RECEIVE EMERGENCY ALERTS
(B-ALERTS)

In an emergency, to reach as many people as possible, the University employs multiple communication methods such as text messages, email and an outdoor siren to notify you and/or your family. Sign up or learn more about emergency notifications.

SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY

University Police − a fully functioning state law enforcement agency. For emergencies, call 911 or 607­-777­-2222.

  • Color it blue − In case of an emergency, look for the blue lights throughout campus. Pick up one of these highly visible phones and you’re immediately connected with the University Police.
  • Let us escort you – A volunteer escort service is available throughout the early morning hours from anywhere on campus. All you do is call 607­-777-2393 to arrange for an escort to meet you.

Complete details about campus safety initiatives can be found on the campus safety website.

THE COUNSELING CENTER

As you concentrate on your academic health, make sure you also take care of your total well-being.

The University Counseling Center offers support to Binghamton students in a variety of ways, such as through programs on managing stress, developing and sustaining healthy relationships, and building coping skills to better manage college life.

Students can also meet with qualified therapists to talk about mental health and life issues like relationship or friendship conflicts, emotional difficulties and regulating stress. Individual counseling is confidential and free to students.


RELATIONSHIPS

Healthy relationships are built upon a foundation of mutual respect, trust and support. If you think that you or someone you know might be involved in an unhealthy relationship, the Dean of Students Office is here to offer support.

AFFIRMATIVE CONSENT

Stated in the Binghamton University student handbook, the term “'Affirmative consent' means a knowing, voluntary and mutual decision among all participants to engage in sexual activity. Consent can be given by words or actions, as long as those words or actions create clear permission regarding willingness to engage in the sexual activity. Silence or lack of resistance, in and of itself, does not demonstrate consent. The definition of consent does not vary based upon a participant’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.”

  1. Consent to any sexual act or prior consensual sexual activity between or with any party does not necessarily constitute consent to any other sexual act.
  2. Consent is required regardless of whether the person initiating the act is under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.
  3. Consent may be initially given but withdrawn at any time.
  4. Consent cannot be given when a person is incapacitated, which occurs when an individual lacks the ability to knowingly choose to participate in sexual activity. Incapacitation may be caused by the lack of consciousness or being asleep, being involuntarily restrained, or if an individual otherwise cannot consent. Depending on the degree of intoxication, someone who is under the influence of alcohol, drugs or other intoxicants may be incapacitated, and therefore unable to consent.
  5. Consent cannot be given when it is the result of any coercion, intimidation, force or threat of harm.
  6. When consent is withdrawn or can no longer be given, sexual activity must stop.

STAY SAFE FROM CYBER STALKING

Did you know that one in six females and one in 19 males in the U.S. experience stalking during their lifetime? Cyber stalking is especially common. While Facebook, Twitter and other social networking sites are a great way to connect with others on and off campus, use good judgment when surfing and posting information for the world to see. Read more >


SOME TIPS

  • If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or from a cell phone call 607­-777­-2222.
  • Enhance your online privacy settings so you’re not visible by the general public.
  • Use gender-neutral screen names such as BUCampusLeader vs. BillytheBUMan, etc.
  • Don’t post specific, personal information like your phone number or address.
  • Don't state when you are home alone or when your roommate will be home alone. In other words, don't post your entire schedule.
  • Choose your friends, fans, members, followers, etc. wisely. University guidelines on harassment can be found in the student handbook.
  • Trust your instincts; if you think something is wrong, it probably is.

Additional information and resources about healthy relationships, harassment, stalking and sexual assault can be found on the VARCC website..