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Administrative

  • Purchase your parking permit online

    You can purchase your parking permit online today at the Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) portal. It’s easy and convenient! To log in, you will need your Binghamton University ID and Two-Factor Authentication (2FA).

    First-time permit buyer? You must first register your vehicle online with the University. If you are a returning customer, log in, follow the step-by-step instructions, and confirm that your vehicle information is up to date. When you purchase a 2026-27 annual permit or semester permit, the permit will immediately be active.

    TAPS utilizes License Plate Recognition (LPR), a plate-recognition technology that virtually associates Binghamton University parking permits to a license plate. Vehicle information can be updated from your online account at any time. See the campus map for parking lot locations and which lot designations correspond with your permit type. Parking Services closely monitor lot availability and updates the TAPS parking availability website with which parking lots have available space during peak times on campus.

    TAPS updates for the upcoming year can be found on the TAPS website. Questions regarding parking can be directed to parking@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Parking Services or visit https://binghamton.t2hosted.com/Account/Portal

Arts and Entertainment

  • Anderson Center's 2026-27 season on sale now

    The Anderson Center for the Performing Arts at Binghamton University announces its 2026–27 season, featuring comedy, contemporary circus, holiday music, shadow dance, and jazz interpretations of Broadway favorites in the Osterhout Concert Theater.

    - Saturday, Oct. 3 — "Paul Reiser: An Evening of Standup & Stories"
    - Friday, Oct. 23 — "Cirque Kalabanté: WOW" (World of Words)
    - Saturday, Dec. 12 — "A Doo Wop Christmas"
    - Thursday, Feb. 18 — "The Silhouettes: Love Happens"
    - Thursday, April 15 — "Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents: World on a String — Swinging Songs of Broadway"

    Beyond its main series, the Anderson Center serves as a vibrant hub for the arts at Binghamton University and throughout the region. Its stages host performances by the University’s Departments of Music and Theatre, student ensembles and organizations, community arts groups, and visiting guest artists, offering audiences a wide range of concerts, theatrical productions, dance performances, and special events throughout the year.

    Tickets and subscriptions are on sale now. Paul Reiser tickets range from $75–$125 for all patrons. For the four regular season performances, tickets for the general public range from $30–$75, with a 10% discount on premium seats for seniors, veterans, and Binghamton University faculty, staff, and alumni. For those four performances, student tickets are just $10 for any seat in the house, and children under 18 are admitted free with a paid adult. Subscribers save 5% when purchasing two shows, 10% when purchasing three shows, and 15% when purchasing all four season performances.

    To purchase tickets or subscriptions, visit the Anderson Center Box Office, go online to anderson.binghamton.edu, or call 607-777-ARTS.

    For More Information:

    Contact Christopher Bodnarczuk or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/anderson-center/

  • Eleventh Hour Literary seeking submissions

    Eleventh Hour Literary, a biannual journal sponsored by the Writing Institute, is currently seeking submissions for poetry, prose, and artwork! Unlike many journals, work from anyone will be accepted, but only pieces that have gone through rejections and later revised will be featured. The submission window is open until Tuesday, Sept. 15.

    In this cycle, Eleventh Hour Literary is also seeking submissions of visual art. Your artwork could be featured on the cover and receive a prize!

    Submit a piece today at the link below!

    For More Information:

    Contact Eleventh Hour Literary or visit https://eleventhhourliterary.org

  • "Mountains and Water: Traditions in East Asian Art": Sept. 3–Dec. 12

    Join the Binghamton University Art Museum (BUAM) for the opening of the fall 2026 exhibitions! "Mountains and Water: Traditions in East Asian Art" will be on view from Thursday, Sept. 3, to Saturday, Dec. 12, at the Binghamton University Art Museum. An opening reception for the exhibition will be held from 5–7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3.

    Mountains and water are at the heart of East Asian arts and culture. They form an essential framework for engaging with the natural world and understanding people’s place within it. This exhibition explores the wide-ranging significance, symbolism, and sacrality of mountains and water in China, Korea, and Japan. It considers landscapes and scholar’s stones as both scholastic objects of aesthetic consideration and supernatural sites of cosmic power. Generous support and donations for this exhibition were provided by John C. Copoulos ’73. The exhibition is curated by Joseph Leach, curator of collections and exhibitions.

    Also opening on Sept. 3 are two exhibitions curated by students: "Capturing Music: Material Culture and Changing Notations in Medieval Music" and "Frames Within Frames: Intimacy through Visual Exchange." A final exhibition, "Hands ON! Experiencing Art through Touch," is curated by Amanda Jean Lynn, manager of education and visitor experience, and builds on the accessible programming begun in the 2025–26 academic year.

    All exhibitions are on view through Saturday, Dec. 12. For details on upcoming programs, see the events page and social media at the link below. All events are free and open to the public.

    For More Information:

    Contact Kelly Fancher or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/art-museum/exhibitions/

Career Development

  • Turn your fall internship into academic credit with CDCI 395

    Have a fall internship? Earn academic credit while gaining valuable professional experience through CDCI 395: Credit-Bearing Internship Program.

    Open to undergraduate students from all majors, CDCI 395 is an online, asynchronous course offered by the Fleishman Career Center that complements your internship experience. Students complete professional development activities and reflections designed to help them connect what they are learning in the workplace to their academic and career goals.

    Students may earn academic credit for paid or unpaid internships and can enroll in two, four, or eight credits based on the number of internship hours completed during the semester. The deadline to apply is Thursday, Aug. 20.

    Whether you're building your resume, expanding your professional network, or preparing for your future career, CDCI 395 helps you make the most of your internship experience. Questions? Email CDCI@binghamton.edu or learn more at the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Michael Lorusso or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/ccpd/services/internship.html

General

  • Welcome Binghamton's newest Bearcats!

    Help give Binghamton's newest students a warm welcome to the Bearcat community!

    The Dean of Students Office is looking for enthusiastic faculty, staff, and returning students to come help cheer on the incoming class as they arrive to take the "B" photo!

    Your energy and encouragement can make a lasting first impression and help new students feel excited, supported, and connected from day one.

    Event Details
    - What: Welcome and cheer for incoming students
    - When: 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15
    - Where: Sidewalk along Glenn G. Bartle Dr. on the Recreation Field side

    Bring your school spirit, wear your college colors or spirit gear, and be ready to clap, cheer, wave, and celebrate the newest members of the campus community!

    For More Information:

    Contact Dean of Students Office

  • Apply for OCCT today!

    Always wanted a corner office with a view? Apply to be a bus driver with OCCT today! OCCT is looking for both summer and fall trainees! Apply today at the link below or reach out to atc@occtransport.org for more information.

    OCCT's training program is a 6–8 week intensive program designed to develop qualified bus drivers. Participants earn a New York State Class B Commercial Driver’s License and receive a completion stipend totaling $800 after successfully completing the training program, getting hired, and passing a probationary period. Applicants holding a CDL A, B, or C license are encouraged to apply and will follow a shortened training period of approximately three weeks, learning OCCT’s routes, procedures, and policies before hire. For summer and winter training, the schedule may be expedited based on availability.

    The training program features 3-4 weekly driving sessions, approximately 3-4 hours long, plus an additional 2-3 classroom hours each week. Flexible scheduling is available; however, the training program demands roughly 15-18 hours per week of time commitment, both in and outside of scheduled training sessions. The NYS CDL Class B Road Test takes place towards the end of training. All training sessions are mandatory. All employees are required to work a minimum of approximately 15 hours per week or more.

    Duties include:
    - Transport Binghamton University-affiliated passengers safely to and from their destinations along OCCT routes.
    - Drive safely and adhere to all NYS Vehicle and Traffic Laws, NY and Federal DOT regulations, and OCCT company policies.
    - Perform mandatory pre- and post-trip inspections and communicate any defects found.

    Pay 0ncludes:
    - $19.00-$21.75 per hour; overtime rate per hour for Friday and Saturday Late Nite shifts; triple pay rate per hour for early pre-trip inspections.
    - Hourly rate will be determined based on experience (applicants already holding a CDL A, B, or C).

    Requirements:
    - Minimum of one (1) year of active, licensed U.S. driving experience
    - A clean driving record; zero active points or violations
    - DOT medical and physical clearance
    - If a student, a minimum of six remaining semesters for spring and fall trainees or a minimum of two remaining semesters for summer and winter trainees

    For More Information:

    Contact Haiden Scanlan or visit https://occtransport.org/employment.html

  • Campus Mail move-in weekend hours

    Campus Mail will be open for move-in weekend from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 15, and Sunday, Aug. 16.

    For More Information:

    Contact Campus Mail

  • Binghamton Bookstore Welcome Weekend hours

    The Binghamton Bookstore will have extended hours to Welcome students and families to campus.

    The hours are:
    - 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14
    - 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15
    - 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, August. 16

    For More Information:

    Contact Binghamton Bookstore or visit https://binghamton.bncollege.com/

  • Visions FCU on-campus branch — special hours for Welcome Back Weekend

    The Visions FCU full-service branch in the Union will be closing early at 2 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14, in celebration of Visions Staff Appreciation Day. The branch will reopen and have special hours during Welcome Back Weekend. The branch will be open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, and from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16.

    Feel free to utilize the on-campus ATMS:

    Full-Service ATMs
    - Beside the branch in the Union
    - At the University Union outside Dunkin

    Cash-dispensing only ATM’s
    - Outside the Event Center
    - Inside the Bartle Library Tower near Jazzman’s

    For 24/7 account access, go to visionsfcu.org or download the Visions FCU Mobile app from your device’s app store.

    For More Information:

    Contact Visions FCU or visit https://www.visionsfcu.org/locations-and-hours

  • Parking and transit during move-in for residents

    Starting Friday, Aug. 14, through Sunday, Aug. 16, after you unload at your designated drop-off area for move-in, vehicles must be moved. Family vehicles may temporarily park in Lots M1, M2, M3 and M4. Due to lot closures for move-in, resident students must park in Lots E, G1, H, ZZ north, or ZZ south overnight. All 24-hour lots will reopen at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16. Residents must move their vehicles between 6 p.m. and midnight on Aug. 16 to a 24-hour lot.

    OCCT will be transporting students and families between the parking lots and the residence halls. OCCT and BC Transit will continue to offer service throughout the community, but will temporarily only be picking up and dropping off in Lot C, in front of the Anderson Center, Friday, Aug. 14, through Sunday, Aug. 16. OCCT will provide a welcome back service Friday, Aug. 14, through Monday, Aug. 17. Check the OCCT and BC Transit websites for schedule information.

    All parking and bus stop locations will return to normal use Monday, Aug. 17. Full transit service for the semester will begin on Tuesday, Aug. 18.

    For More Information:

    Contact TAPS or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/maps/pdfs/campus_map.pdf

  • Introducing "Beyond the Professoriate" — info session: Aug. 19

    Thinking about your career path — whether that's a faculty role or something else entirely? Join the Fleishman Career Center and the Graduate Center for Professional Development and Postdoctoral Affairs for a 50-minute intro to "Beyond the Professoriate", a platform built to help you explore your options.

    You'll get access to asynchronous modules, live webinars, and on-campus opportunities to explore careers both within and outside academia. It's never too early to start.

    The webinar will take place from 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, via Zoom. Register at the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Ozge Girit Heck or visit https://binghamton.zoom.us/meeting/register/LoiKg0KSQH--ENtTldD0SA

  • Common scams and frauds at Binghamton University

    Each semester, as members of the community return for the new term, the University Police see an increased number of fraud reports. As a proactive step, the University Police at Binghamton have compiled a list of the most common scams impacting students, faculty, and staff in the community. Being properly informed is one of the most important steps in protecting yourself and those around you.

    - Sextortion Scams:
    This form of extortion is more common than many realize. Due to the private and sensitive nature of these incidents, victims are often hesitant to report them to police or to disclose the occurrence to family and friends.

    Sextortion involves the exploitation of sexually explicit material obtained from victims through social media platforms, group chats, or online forums. Typically, it begins with a simple message that draws the victim into a seemingly casual conversation. As the conversation progresses, it may take a sexual turn, encouraging the victim to participate in sexually explicit activities during video chats or to share sexually explicit photos. Once the scammer has one or more compromising images, they begin the extortion process by threatening to send the content to the victim’s family and friends if payment is not received. It is important to note that complying with the demands does not stop the threat. In fact, the extortion is likely to continue regardless of whether payment is made. The most effective way to avoid this scam is by not sending sexually explicit content to anyone, especially if the recipient is an unknown individual.

    -Employment Scams:
    The employment scam is a phishing scam encountered via the Binghamton email system. In this scam, the suspect initiates contact with potential victims via mass email. The email, which appears to have been sent from a university faculty member, poses as an advertisement for a university employment opportunity. Although the specific job advertised varies, it often revolves around a remote, part-time administrative or research assistant position offering several hundred dollars a week. When the victim responds to the job posting, the suspect proceeds to ask a series of interview questions, obtaining sensitive personal information in the process. The suspect inevitably “offers employment” and sends a fraudulent check to the victim as a proactive payment for services. The victim deposits the check into their own account and is then provided instructions, often involving the purchase of office supplies, gift cards, or making payroll disbursements. The suspect then requests that the remaining funds, along with the security codes from the gift cards, be sent to them. The fraudulent check then bounces, leaving the victim responsible for the negative balance from the withdrawn funds.

    There are multiple ways to protect yourself from this scam. First, treat all employment opportunities offered via email as highly suspicious. Second, if you receive a check, either digitally or physically, you can consult with one of the bank tellers at the Visions FCU located on the second floor of University Union West. These professionals are trained in recognizing financial scams and will be able to tell you if a check is valid.

    - Concert Ticket Scams:
    University Police have seen several versions of the concert ticket scam over the past few years. While this scam is often less financially damaging than others, it can spread quickly and impact many people at once. In most cases, the scammer contacts potential victims through group messaging platforms such as GroupMe or Discord, advertising discounted concert tickets. To make the offer appear legitimate, they often share an illegally obtained Binghamton University student ID and falsely claim to be affiliated with the University.

    Once a price is agreed upon, the victim is asked to send payment through Venmo and provide a copy of their own student ID to “confirm” their university affiliation. After payment is sent, the scammer keeps the money and either provides fake tickets or no tickets at all. The victim’s stolen ID is then used to continue the scam with others. It is important to understand that Venmo has a policy stating that all transactions involving concert tickets are final and non-refundable. Furthermore, never assume that an individual presenting a Binghamton ID online is affiliated with the University. This scam is effective because victims often believe they are buying tickets from other Binghamton University students.

    In the unfortunate event that you fall victim to an online scam, report the incident to the University Police immediately at (607) 777-2393. Information can also be reported anonymously through the University Police website at the link below.

    If you have any questions or concerns regarding these common frauds, inquiries may also be directed to Police@binghamton.edu. Educational programs covering a wide range of topics, including scams and fraud prevention, are available upon request and can be arranged using the same contact information listed above. On behalf of the University Police, have a great semester and stay safe.

    For More Information:

    Contact Christopher R Meyn

  • Fall 2026 OCCT and BC Transit service

    OCC Transport (OCCT) will begin full service for the fall semester Tuesday, Aug. 18. A limited Welcome Back service will run Friday, Aug. 14, through Monday, Aug. 17. The OCCT schedules are posted on the OCCT website at the link below. Download the ETA Transit application for real-time bus tracking information.

    Broome County (BC) Transit operates between 6 a.m.-9 p.m. BC Transit routes and schedule information are available at the BC Transit website at: gobroomecounty.com/transit/routes

    For More Information:

    Contact TAPS or visit https://occtransport.org/

  • New campus shuttle inner loop route

    To improve mobility across campus, OCCT will be introducing the Campus Shuttle Inner Loop route this fall, which will make stops along the inner loop of the Brain. The existing Campus Shuttle Outer Loop will continue to operate with a new additional stop for the East Gym in Lot E on weekdays only.

    Schedules and stop information for both the Inner and Outer Loop shuttles are available on the OCCT website at the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact TAPS or visit https://occtransport.org/routes/cs.html

  • Looking to make changes to your meal plan?

    Are you a student living in the dorms and looking to make a change to your meal plan? Log in to your BU Brain account to change your plan by Monday, Aug. 31, 2026.

    Living off campus or in the on-campus apartments and don't have a meal plan yet? Make dining on campus easy (and don't lose your rollover!) with a Commuter Semester or Convenience Plan — purchase yours today through the meal plan portal.

    Learn more about Bearcat Dining meal plans at the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Bearcat Dining or visit https://dineoncampus.com/Binghamton/resident-meal-plans

  • Fall semester Food Pantry pick-up hours

    Binghamton University provides a Food Pantry that is a temporary, judgment-free place for students facing hard times, such as running short of money for the month or other emergency situations.

    Pickup hours for the fall semester can be found at the link below. Food Pantry locations and the online ordering form can also be found at the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Food Pantry or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/services/auxiliary/pantry/

NCAA Division I Athletics

Recreation

Research

  • Participants wanted — listening study with non-invasive brain stimulation

    The Lim Lab in the Department of Psychology is seeking volunteers for a research study examining how the brain supports speech communication and learning. Participants will listen to speech and other sounds while receiving non-invasive brain stimulation, called transcranial electrical stimulation (tES).

    This study will take place in Science 4, and participants will be compensated at $15/hour.

    You may be eligible if you:
    - Are 18–40 years old with normal hearing and language abilities
    - Are safe to receive non-invasive brain stimulation (no metal or electronic implants)
    - Have no history of neurological, psychiatric, or language disorders, seizures, epilepsy, severe brain injury, or brain surgery
    - Are not currently taking medications or substances that affect nervous system function
    - Have no significant scalp skin conditions

    If you are interested in participating or would like to learn more, contact limlab@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Sung-Joo Lim

  • Participants needed for a speech perception study ($15/hour)

    The Auditory Cognitive Neuroscience Lab is seeking native English-speaking adults (ages 18–35) to participate in a research study on speech perception. Participants will listen to speech sounds and complete simple computer-based tasks.

    You may be eligible if you:
    - Are 18–35 years old and a native English speaker
    - Have normal hearing
    - Do not have a history of speech, language, or neurological disorders

    This study will take place in Science 4. Participants will be compensated at $15/hour.

    If you are interested in participating or would like to learn more, contact limlab@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Sung-Joo Lim

Training and Workshops

Volunteer