What is B-Welcome?
Celebrate the beginning of the spring semester with activities, tours, events and fun — organized to welcome new first-year and returning students to Binghamton. B-Welcome runs from Jan. 14 through Jan. 28 — you won’t want to miss it!
B-Open 2022
Find out what’s open and who to contact during the opening weeks of the spring 2022 semester.
B-Welcome events calendar
The ice skating rink is coming back! It will be open starting Jan. 14 through Feb. 27 from noon to 9 p.m. every day located at Dickinson Co-Rec Field and the Starbuck's Truck will conveniently be parked nearby! Find more information here.
Be sure to check our calendar frequently for updates and information. #bwelcome
1:00pm - 3:30pm
In person in the IEGI Office (Old Champlain, Room 240) or virtually via Zoom: https://binghamton.zoom.us/j/91419963980
Did you know that Binghamton offers over 50 education abroad programs and there are almost 1,000 options through SUNY? You can take courses, complete an internship, participate in a service-learning project, or even conduct research almost anywhere in the world. Drop-in at the IEGI Office or virtually to talk with a member of the education abroad advising team because it is never too early to start planning!
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Union Undergrounds Lounge
Venom: Let There Be Carnage
Description: Eddie Brock is still struggling to coexist with the shape-shifting extraterrestrial Venom. When deranged serial killer Cletus Kasady also becomes host to an alien symbiote, Brock and Venom must put aside their differences to stop his reign of terror.
One Showing
In-Person Event
FREE with Binghamton ID
Description: Eddie Brock is still struggling to coexist with the shape-shifting extraterrestrial Venom. When deranged serial killer Cletus Kasady also becomes host to an alien symbiote, Brock and Venom must put aside their differences to stop his reign of terror.
One Showing
In-Person Event
FREE with Binghamton ID
8:00pm - 10:00pm
AP 111
FILM: SUMMER OF SOUL (...OR, WHEN THE REVOLUTION COULD NOT BE TELEVISED)
In 1969, the same summer as Woodstock, a massive music festival featuring many of the same artists was held in Harlem. Like Woodstock, it was all filmed. But no one has ever seen it--until now. This award-winning celebration of Black music, culture, and history features electrifying performances and insightful commentary by Stevie Wonder, Sly and the Family Stone, Gladys Knight & the Pips, Nina Simone, and many more. Come see what it's all about! All students are welcome.
5:15pm - 7:15pm
Appalachian Dining Hall at Mountainview, Vestal, NY 13850, USA
Join us for a dinner concert and board games in the App Dining Hall during dinner on Sunday, featuring student acts plus Mountainview's CP Dr. Dana & the Jam Dept. All students welcome!
11:00am - 11:30am
UUW 325 (located above the bank in the Union)
Have you thought about studying abroad but aren't sure that you can or how it works? Education Abroad 101 is for you! Join us for this 30 minute session to learn more about the application, programs available, and ways to cut costs. Binghamton, SUNY, and non-SUNY programs will be discussed. All majors are welcome.
3:30pm - 5:00pm
C4 MPR
Build quick and authentic connections with other new students at friendworking! You'll meet new admits who enjoy the same interests as you and also learn about the different on-campus and off-campus events, resources and organizations that relate to your interests! Enjoy some hot cocoa and pick up some swag too! Sponsored by Student Transition and Success and VISIONS. This event is only for our new spring admitted students.
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Susquehanna Coffeehouse, Brandywine Building in the Apartments Community
The Transfer Cafe is an opportunity for all transfer students (new and returning) to come together and socialize and enjoy some coffee/tea/hot cocoa and snacks. The kick-off event will have a small program led by Dr. Kelli Smith, Assistant Vice President of Student Success on "Top Tips for Success". We will also have representatives from Tau Sigma, National Transfer Honor Society, Binghamton Transfer Student Association (BTSA), Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development, Off Campus Programs and Services, and Transfer Student Services!
Off-Campus Transfer Students Note: You can park in Lots M and M1
Off-Campus Transfer Students Note: You can park in Lots M and M1
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Champlain, Room 133 (Atrium)
Join us for the Spring 2022 Education Abroad Fair! Stop by on Day 1 or Day 2 from 1:00p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in Old Champlain, Room 133. IEGI staff, program advisors, education abroad alumni, and faculty leaders will be available to answer questions about education abroad, the process, and the programs.
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Champlain, Room 133 (Atrium)
Join us for the Spring 2022 Education Abroad Fair! Stop by on Day 1 or Day 2 from 1:00p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in Old Champlain, Room 133. IEGI staff, program advisors, education abroad alumni, and faculty leaders will be available to answer questions about education abroad, the process, and the programs.
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Q Center (LS-G549)
The Q Center welcomes students, faculty, and staff to join us for an evening of fellowship and fun. Come learn about our revamped Active Ally workshop series for spring semester, check out our new Gender Bender Walk-in Clothing Closet, and meet the center staff and interns! Light refreshments will be provided. Please contact Nick Martin (martinn@binghamton.edu) for any accommodation needs.
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Appalachian Dinning Hall at Mountainview, Vestal, NY 13850, USA
Calling all musicians and music lovers: come to the first Mountainview Jam/open mic of the Spring semester, up in the APP dining hall! There will be a full band setup, with mics, PA speakers, full drum kit, an electric guitar and amp, an acoustic guitar, a bass guitar, lights, and cables to plug in additional instruments. We will have disposable mic covers on hand. All levels and all styles welcome, including singers with or without backing tracks, and poets as well. Perform by yourself, with a friend, or with the house band, Dr. Dana & the Jam Dept, or just come out to listen and support your fellow students. This is open to all, so feel free to invite your friends from other communities. (Faculty and staff are also welcome.) Let's rock! Signups as well as a mini-concert by the Jam Dept beginning at 5pm, open mic/open jam starting at 5:30pm.
7:30pm - 10:00pm
Union Undergrounds Lounge
Late Nite Cinema: Dear Evan Hansen
Description: Evan Hansen is an anxious, isolated high-school student who's aching for understanding and belonging amid the chaos and cruelty of the social media age. He soon embarks on a journey of self-discovery when a letter he wrote for a writing exercise falls into the hands of a grieving couple whose son took his own life.
Two Showings
In-Person Event
FREE with Binghamton ID
Description: Evan Hansen is an anxious, isolated high-school student who's aching for understanding and belonging amid the chaos and cruelty of the social media age. He soon embarks on a journey of self-discovery when a letter he wrote for a writing exercise falls into the hands of a grieving couple whose son took his own life.
Two Showings
In-Person Event
FREE with Binghamton ID
10:30pm - 1:00am
Union Undergrounds Lounge
Late Nite Cinema: Dear Evan Hansen
Description: Evan Hansen is an anxious, isolated high-school student who's aching for understanding and belonging amid the chaos and cruelty of the social media age. He soon embarks on a journey of self-discovery when a letter he wrote for a writing exercise falls into the hands of a grieving couple whose son took his own life.
Two Showings
In-Person Event
FREE with Binghamton ID
Description: Evan Hansen is an anxious, isolated high-school student who's aching for understanding and belonging amid the chaos and cruelty of the social media age. He soon embarks on a journey of self-discovery when a letter he wrote for a writing exercise falls into the hands of a grieving couple whose son took his own life.
Two Showings
In-Person Event
FREE with Binghamton ID
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bearcat Den (Events Center)
Join New Student Programs at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 29 in the Bearcat Den (located in the Event Center behind the basketball court) for our New Student Welcome event! Don’t miss this opportunity for free food and giveaways. You’ll also get to meet Baxter and receive your "Class of" T-shirt, sponsored by the Alumni Association. This is a great chance to meet other new students and get a taste of Binghamton University spirit. Then cheer on the men’s basketball team as we take on University of Maryland Baltimore County at 2 p.m.!
8:00pm - 12:00am
University Union
Come & Enjoy This Year's Winter Wonderland Featuring Penguin Toss Games, Frozen Bounce, DIY Snow Globes, Snowflake Ornaments, and much more!
