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  • Campus mourns Janice Kinzer, former Watson Online program coordinator

    Janice Kinzer, former Watson Online program coordinator, died Friday, Oct. 30, 2026.

    Kinzer began her career with Binghamton University in the 1990s, and for the last few decades has been a pillar in supporting Watson Online (formerly EngiNet). She pioneered online learning for Watson College and spent the last few decades advancing the online learning experience for Watson students. She was the face of Watson for thousands of distance learning students over the years.

    She retired from the university in May 2026 to spend time with her three children and three grandchildren, who brought her much joy and fulfillment.

    Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, at Antioch Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Walker Memorial Park Cemetery. You can view his obituary at the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Dateline or visit https://www.wmsfh.net/obituaries/janice-kinzer

  • Extortion scam warning

    Binghamton University campus community,

    In the evening hours of Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, the University Police at Binghamton received a report of an extortion scam that occurred on campus. This type of fraud involves the exploitation of sexually explicit material obtained from unsuspecting victims through social media platforms, group chats, or online forums where people connect with strangers. Typically, it begins with a simple message, drawing the victim into a seemingly casual conversation. As this conversation progresses, it gradually takes a sexual turn, encouraging the victim to participate in sexually explicit activities during video chats or share sexually explicit photos. Once the perpetrator possesses one or more compromising videos or images, they begin the extortion process, threatening to disseminate this content to the victim's family and friends if payment is not received. It is important to note that paying the extortion demands does not stop further attempts; the extortion is likely to continue regardless of payment.

    Considering this report and the continuous threat such scams pose, the Binghamton University Police would like to advise all members of the campus community to exercise caution when interacting with unfamiliar individuals on social media. To minimize the risk of falling victim to this or any scam, consider taking the following preventive measures.
    - Refrain from accepting friend requests or following individuals whom you have not personally met or established a genuine connection with.
    - Do not send sexually explicit content to anyone, especially if the recipient is an unfamiliar individual.

    In the unfortunate event that you are facing extortion or have fallen victim to an online scam, report the incident to the University Police at (607)777-2393 immediately. Information can also be reported anonymously through the University Police website at the link below. Your prompt reporting is crucial for the ability to provide swift assistance and effectively address the situation.

    For More Information:

    Contact Dateline or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/police/anonymous-tips.html

  • Andrew Baker hired as assistant vice president for risk management and compliance

    President D'Alleva is pleased to announce that Andrew Baker has been hired as the new assistant vice president for risk management and compliance. Before accepting the AVP role, Baker served as the University's senior compliance officer and Title IX coordinator.

    Andrew Baker joined Binghamton University in November of 2015 as its Title IX coordinator. Baker holds a bachelor's degree in elementary education from SUNY Oneonta, a master's degree in educational administration and policy studies from the University at Albany and a doctorate in higher education from the University at Buffalo. Before joining Binghamton, he held positions in Residential Life and Student Conduct at SUNY Delhi, SUNY Geneseo, and Finger Lakes Community College.

    For More Information:

    Contact Dateline

  • B-Alert emergency notification test: Nov. 11

    Binghamton University will conduct a test of the B-Alert emergency notification system at 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11. This test will include text alerts, email, and voice announcements. This is only a test, and no action is required.

    Routine testing is essential to ensure communication systems are functioning properly. In the event of an actual emergency, the B-Alert system is the primary tool used to quickly share critical safety updates and provide specific instructions on what actions you should take to remain safe.

    For More Information:

    Contact Office of Emergency Management or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/emergency/emergency-notification/

  • Karen Hill honored with STAR Award

    Karen Hill, a data analyst in the Office of Institutional Research, received the STAR Award this week. The award recognizes outstanding service by faculty and staff members within the Binghamton University community. Colleagues, including Regina Collins, John Cordi, Courtney Ignarri, April St. John, Amber Stallman, and Michael Trapani, nominated Hill for the honor. They wrote that Hill takes on complex projects with an eye for detail and a collaborative attitude. Stallman noted that Hill is approachable, patient, and always willing to help.

    “No matter how busy she is, she takes the time to answer questions, explain complex information, and support her colleagues,” Stallman said of Hill. “Her positive attitude and professionalism make her a trusted partner across the university.”

    Hill received a letter from President Anne D’Alleva, a check for $100, a special coffee mug, and a STAR pin. For more information or to nominate a co-worker, visit the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Rachel Coker or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/star-award.html

  • Mandela Room and Old Union Hall room requests opening for fall 2027

    Requests for the Mandela Room and Old Union Hall will open for faculty/staff at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18.

    Requests can be made from May, 17, 2027, to May 14, 2028. Use B-There at http://Bthere.binghamton.edu to make your request.

    In addition:
    - Review The Union website’s "Reservation Guidelines for Using Large Event Spaces in The Union" before making your request.
    - If you, as the requestor, are not the individual who will be coordinating the event logistics, put their name in the event description.

    For all other rooms:
    Requests for events in non-classroom spaces for spring 2027 will open at 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 12. These spaces include:
    - Culinary Makerspace
    - UU Fireplace Lounge
    - Peace Quad and Spine locations
    - UU General Meeting Rooms (UU 111, 121, 122, 123, 124, W324, W325, B08)
    - Tabling (Tillman Lobby, Marketplace, Library Breezeway)
    - YS Kim Korean Student Center

    Faculty/Staff can request all other Union Rooms for the spring 2027 semester on Tuesday, Dec. 1.

    Email any questions to The Union at union@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Catherine Faughnan

  • University Wide Benefits Fair: Nov. 19

    Faculty and staff are invited to attend the annual University Benefits Fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Mandela Room. This is a convenient opportunity to speak with a wide variety of internal and external vendors and register to win some great door prizes! Refer to the link below for the vendor participation list.

    Supervisors and managers are asked to be flexible in supporting faculty and staff who wish to attend the fair.

    For More Information:

    Contact Luanne Stento or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/benefits/benefits_fair_flyer_2026.pdf

  • Chancellor's Awards for Excellence in Faculty Service, Librarianship, Adjunct Teaching and Teaching — call for nominations

    SUNY is once again calling for nominations for the Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Faculty Service, the Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Librarianship, the Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Adjunct Teaching, and the Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Teaching.

    Go to the link below for details on eligibility requirements and the nomination process.

    Completed nomination dossiers must be submitted electronically by the dean's office of the nominee's school/college to the Center for Learning and Teaching at clt@binghamton.edu no later than Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2026.

    Contact James Pitarresi, vice provost and executive director of the Center for Learning and Teaching, with any questions at clt@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact James Pitarresi or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/academics/provost/excellence-awards/

  • The Collegiate (formerly the Chenango Room) is now accepting reservations

    The Collegiate is a new on-campus full-service restaurant-style dining option located above the new Panera Café. Beginning Oct. 19, lunch will be served Monday through Friday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., featuring salads, sandwiches, bowls, and pasta, plus a soup and salad bar with chef's choice specials.

    Faculty and staff are encouraged to make reservations by emailing thecollegiate@binghamton.edu or calling 607-777-2677.

    For More Information:

    Contact The Collegiate or visit https://dineoncampus.com/Binghamton/locations/the-collegiate

  • Flexible Spending Account 2027 open enrollment period

    The Office of Employee Relations (OER) announced that the NYS Flexible Spending Account (FSA) open enrollment period for 2027 will be Monday, Nov. 2, until 11:59 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7. The FSA program runs annually from Jan. 1-Dec. 31.

    Mark your calendar to avoid missing the strict enrollment deadline of Monday, Dec. 7, 2026.

    The FSA benefit allows eligible employees to set aside pre-tax dollars from their checks to pay for health care, dependent care, or adoption-related costs. Funds placed into a Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) may be used to cover a wide range of eligible expenses, including copayments, prescription medications, and many over-the-counter items.

    New enrollees will need the following information handy from your paycheck:
    - NYS Employee ID Number — begins with N
    - Agency Code — 28020 for faculty and staff
    - Your annual Salary
    - Bargaining unit — Available on the online drop-down menu

    Visit the link below for eligibility and program rules. If you are currently enrolled in the FSA program for 2026, you must reenroll to continue participating in 2027. Direct plan or enrollment questions to the FSA Customer Service Line at (800) 358-7202.

    For More Information:

    Contact Luanne Stento or visit https://oer.ny.gov/FSA

  • Nominations sought for Chancellor’s Awards in Professional and Classified Service

    Nominations are sought for the Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Classified Service to recognize excellence in work performance. Each successful candidate will receive a certificate and an award of $1,000. The deadline for nominations is Friday, Dec. 4, with completed dossiers (electronic submissions preferred) due to Denise Nawrocki by Friday, Dec. 11. Go online for information regarding the award.

    Nominations are also sought for the Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Professional Service to recognize excellence in work performance. Each successful candidate will receive a certificate and an award of $1,000. The deadline for nominations is Friday, Dec. 4, with completed dossiers (electronic submissions preferred) due to Denise Nawrocki by Friday, Dec. 11. Go online for information regarding the award.

    Information regarding the award can be found at: https://www.binghamton.edu/operations/chancellor-awards/

    For More Information:

    Contact Denise Nawrocki or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/operations/chancellor-awards/index.html

  • SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence — call for nominations

    The SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence acknowledges students for outstanding achievements. While there is no minimum GPA requirement, candidates are expected to have demonstrated exceptional academic performance. Nominations are being sought for students who have best demonstrated the integration of SUNY excellence within many aspects of their lives, which must include three of the following areas: academics; leadership; diversity, equity, inclusion and justice; campus involvement or community service; research and development; or the arts (creative or performing).

    The achievements and accomplishments listed in their nomination should reflect why they are one of the top outstanding students SUNY-wide in each of the selected three areas. Examples of achievements and accomplishments to consider may include, but are not limited to, athletics, advocacy, military service, student government, teaching and service positions, involvement in clubs and organizations, volunteer work, and research experience.

    See the webpage for more details about eligibility and selection criteria. Note that this webpage may be updated in the coming weeks once SUNY releases its 2026-27 call for nominations.

    The deadline for submission is Monday, Dec. 21, 2026. Submit all nomination materials via the nomination form at: https://forms.gle/LdGXkf55HCsXZRYE6

    If you have questions, email Stephen Ortiz, sortiz@binghamton.edu, director of the External Scholarships and Undergraduate Research Center.

    For More Information:

    Contact Steve Ortiz or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/academics/provost/excellence-awards/student-ex-award.html

  • Provost Awards for Research Grants: The Role of the Arts and Humanities in a Vibrant Democracy

    The Provost’s Office is accepting proposals for the 2026-27 cycle of the Provost Awards for Research Grants: The Role of the Arts and Humanities in a Vibrant Democracy. The Provost’s Office will provide up to $100,000 annually in seed grants to support research addressing issues in a field of broad research interest. This program is designed to support individual investigators (or teams of investigators) who require seed funding ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 for travel, equipment, supplies, data acquisition, personnel, or other enablers in the initiation or expansion of a research project.

    The 2027 topic is The Role of the Arts and Humanities in a Vibrant Democracy. Proposals that share, interpret, and interrogate human experience, while also fostering an informed, engaged, and empathetic citizenry, are invited. Proposals should amplify sustained creative practice(s); mobilize traditions of critical inquiry; and/or draw attention to methodologies embedded in the arts and humanities. Funded projects should also model how an arts- and humanities-centered approach can encourage participation and belonging in a healthy, vibrant democracy.

    Completed packages must be submitted electronically to the Binghamton University Internal Opportunities Portal at: https://binghamton.infoready4.com/#freeformCompetitionDetail/2040176

    The proposal deadline is 5 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 1. If you have any questions, contact Michael Jacobson, executive director of the Office of Strategic Research Initiatives, at mjacobso@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Michael Jacobson or visit https://binghamton.infoready4.com/#freeformCompetitionDetail/2040176

Arts and Entertainment

  • Masterclass today — Stuart Skelton, tenor

    Join the Music Department for a masterclass with Stuart Skelton, tenor, at 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at the Osterhout Concert Theater!

    Critically acclaimed tenor Stuart Skelton comes to Binghamton University as artist-in-residence. As one of the finest heldentenors on stage today, Skelton is known for his outstanding musicianship, tonal beauty, and intensely dramatic portrayals. Performances of the 2024-25 season include the title role in "Tristan und Isolde" with Marek Janowski and the Dresdner Philharmonie and in a Philadelphia Orchestra debut under the baton of Yannick Nézet-Séguin, music director; the title role of Parsifal in Beethoven’s "Missa Solemnis" with Marek Janowski leading the NHK Symphony Orchestra; "Die Walküre" with the Sydney Symphony under the baton of Simone Young, and the first act of "Die Walküre" at Teatro Comunale Bologna with Oksana Lyniv on the podium. Additional highlights of the season include the second act of "Tristan und Isolde" with Sir Simon Rattle and the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Beethoven’s "Ninth Symphony" with Fabio Luisi and the NHK Symphony Orchestra, and Mahler’s "Das Lied von der Erde" with Kent Nagano and the Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, with Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider and the Orchestre National de Lyon, and with Marin Alsop and the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra.

    For More Information:

    Contact Robert Manners or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/music/events.html

  • "MRC Unplugged" — fall 2026 edition tonight

    Inspired by the Tiny Desk concert format, "MRC Unplugged" is an intimate acoustic performance series showcasing talented student artists and fostering connection through music, storytelling, and cultural expression.

    The event will take place from 7-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, in the Multicultural Resource Center, LS G500. Click the link below to RSVP.

    For More Information:

    Contact Marc-Leonce Volcy or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2302589

  • Guest artist — Stuart Skelton, tenor: Nov. 7

    Join the Music Department for a performance by guest artist Stuart Skelton, tenor, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Osterhout Concert Theater.

    Critically acclaimed tenor Stuart Skelton comes to Binghamton University as artist-in-residence. As one of the finest heldentenors on stage today, Skelton is known for his outstanding musicianship, tonal beauty, and intensely dramatic portrayals. Performances of the 2024-25 season include the title role in "Tristan und Isolde" with Marek Janowski and the Dresdner Philharmonie and in a Philadelphia Orchestra debut under the baton of Yannick Nézet-Séguin, music director; the title role of Parsifal in Beethoven’s "Missa Solemnis" with Marek Janowski leading the NHK Symphony Orchestra; "Die Walküre" with the Sydney Symphony under the baton of Simone Young, and the first act of "Die Walküre" at Teatro Comunale Bologna with Oksana Lyniv on the podium. Additional highlights of the season include the second act of "Tristan und Isolde" with Sir Simon Rattle and the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Beethoven’s "Ninth Symphony" with Fabio Luisi and the NHK Symphony Orchestra, and Mahler’s "Das Lied von der Erde" with Kent Nagano and the Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, with Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider and the Orchestre National de Lyon, and with Marin Alsop and the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra.

    For More Information:

    Contact Robert Manners or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/music/events.html

  • Flute Studio recital: Nov. 8

    Join the Music Department for a Flute Studio recital at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at Casadesus Recital Hall, a performance celebrating the flute at Binghamton! Enjoy the accomplishments of the campus flute community, from Binghamton's most experienced to its newest flutists.

    For More Information:

    Contact Robert Manners or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/music/events.html

  • Harpur Cinema presents "Mom" (Mamá): Nov. 6, 8

    Join Harpur Cinema for a screening of "MOM" (Mamá), directed by Xun Sero! Doors open at 7 p.m., and the screening starts at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6, and Sunday, Nov. 8, in the Binghamton University Lecture Hall 6. Student admission is free with a Binghamton University ID. General admission is $4 per ticket.

    "As a Mexican Tzotzil I grew up between the sacrality both of Guadalupe Virgin and Mother Earth. As a son, I grew up among the derision of not having a father and blaming my mother for it. ‘Mom’ is a dialogue between mother and son exploring their contradictions, knowing and recognizing each other, and reflecting on naturalized violence and its reproduction."

    Xun Sero is a Maya-Tsotsil filmmaker, born in Chiapas, Mexico. He began his work in documentary filmmaking by chronicling events related to the struggle of indigenous peoples in Chiapas. He tries to develop the true cultural heritage of the characters and to avoid clichés about indigenous peoples. He currently works as a cinematographer. "Mom", his directorial debut, was selected at Hot Docs, IDFA and FIC Guadalajara, as well as more than 60 festivals, winning 20 awards. In 2022, Variety magazine considered "Mom" as “one of the 10 Mexican films that contribute to diversity and giving voice to that diversity”.

    For More Information:

    Contact Bryson Cooley or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2308030

  • "OST UND WEST (EAST AND WEST)" silent movie with live music: Nov. 10

    Join Judaic Studies for the latest silent movie and live music series!

    The silent movie, "OST UND WEST (EAST AND WEST)", will be shown at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, in Casadesus Hall, FA 117.

    Starring Molly Picon, leading lady of New York's Yiddish stage and screen in the role of an “irrepressible American Shikse teaching Yeshiva boys how to shimmy.” - J Hoberman

    Original score composed and performed by world-renowned klezmer violinist Alicia Svigals and Donald Sosin, the celebrated silent film pianist.

    Q&A with the artists to follow the screening. The performance is free and open to the public. This event is hosted by the Judaic Studies Department with help from co-sponsors: College of Jewish Studies, the Music Department, and the Cinema Department. The Judaic Studies Department extends special thanks to the Music Department for their expert support. This program is made possible by a generous grant from the Sunrise Foundation for Education and the Arts, La Jolla, California.

    For More Information:

    Contact Kimberli Schull or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2309231

  • Kevin McCoy's "The Most Known Unknown" at Rosefsky Gallery lecture and opening reception: Nov. 12

    The Department of Art and Design hosts an exhibition in the Rosefsky Gallery by Kevin McCoy from Nov. 12-Dec. 10, 2026. McCoy is an interdisciplinary artist and cofounder of the studio WORK/PLAY with his wife Danielle in East St. Louis, Illinois. From 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, McCoy will give an artist lecture in FA 343; an opening reception will follow from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Rosefsky Gallery, FA 259.

    "The Most Known Unknown" offers a body of epistemic work to explore layered notions of erasure and redaction. History, as we know it, is an account of past events, but what happens when pertinent details are willfully omitted? McCoy questions how the past informs the present and how nuances of erasure shape the collective and historical consciousness. This exhibition presents an assemblage of art objects composed of research materials, documents, imagery, and uses redaction as a medium to exhume buried information. McCoy has exhibited work at the Brooklyn Museum, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, and Wassaic Projects, and has collaborated with institutions such as the Pulitzer Arts Foundation, Aperture Foundation, and Damiani Books.

    All events are free and open to the public.

    For More Information:

    Contact Sarah Nance

  • Chinese Singing Contest: Nov. 14

    Join the Chinese Program in the Department of Asian and Asian American Studies (DAAAS) for the Chinese Singing Contest from 10:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, in Fine Arts, Room 21, FA 21.

    The competition begins at 10:30 a.m. and features Chinese songs performed by student contestants from Binghamton University and other colleges and high schools in the region, with special cultural performances throughout the program. Admission is free, and attendees will have a chance to win raffle prizes! Come celebrate Chinese music, language, and culture!

    For More Information:

    Contact Qifei Kao

  • Binghamton Department of Theatre presents "A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder"

    Binghamton University’s Department of Theatre invites you to "A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder," the Tony Award-winning musical comedy that proves getting ahead can be a deadly business.

    When low-born Monty Navarro discovers that he is eighth in line for an earldom in the lofty D’Ysquith family, he decides his chances of outliving his predecessors are slight. So he chooses a far more ghoulish path.

    Join the Department of Theatre at Watters Theater for an evening of witty comedy, memorable music, and outrageous twists. Shows will take place between Friday, Nov. 13, and Saturday, Nov. 21. Click the link below to learn more!

    For More Information:

    Contact Brandon Weber or visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=334908

  • "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.

    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 open 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

  • NYC Connect Employer Treks

    NYC CONNECT offers students a unique opportunity to explore careers, connect with employers and alumni, and gain firsthand insight into industries throughout New York City. By encouraging students to participate, you can help them build professional confidence, expand their networks, and make informed decisions about their future career paths.

    NYC CONNECT is your gateway to discovering diverse career opportunities and industries in Manhattan. This in-person program takes place from Jan. 11-15, and is designed to empower you with the knowledge, connections, and experiences needed to thrive in your future career.

    Why should students attend the Employer Treks?
    Employer trek attendees had a higher job placement rate (95.3% vs. 88.0%) and median salary ($90,000 vs. $79,456) than other graduates, although salary comparisons are based on a small sample size

    Individuals gain:
    - Professional insight: gain exclusive access to industry experts, including Binghamton alumni and recruiters, who will share their insights and experiences with you
    - Networking: Build your professional network by connecting with alumni, employers, and peers in Manhattan at top-tier companies
    - Career exploration: With over 25 treks, take the opportunity to gain insight to and explore different career paths you may not have considered
    - Industry trends: Learn about the latest innovations, expectations, and skills that are shaping different fields

    To participate in 2027 NYC CONNECT Treks, students must complete either an in-person or virtual information session. The session covers program details, application requirements, and tips for making the most of the experience. While the in-person sessions have concluded, students can still complete the virtual information session.

    For More Information:

    Contact Fleishman Career Center or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/ccpd/connect/nyc-treks.html

  • NYC Networking Night: Jan. 11

    Are you looking to explore career paths, build your networking skills, learn from industry experts, or connect with Binghamton University alumni during winter break? If so, join NYC CONNECT Networking Night! This event brings together more than 130 alumni from a wide range of industries who are ready to share their experiences, offer insight, and support students as they consider their next steps. All years and majors are welcome!

    Check-in begins at 5:30 p.m., and the event will take place from 6-8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11, in The Convene, at 117 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036. Registration is required via Handshake at the link below.

    AtteWhy students should attend NYC Networking Night to:
    - Increase their network: A student’s network is net worth! Meet and engage with more than 130 alumni representing diverse industries, including finance, technology, healthcare, education, law, and many more. Build valuable connections that can help you grow professionally.
    - Gain industry insight: Gain valuable insights and advice from alumni who have been in their industries for years. Get answers to your career questions and receive guidance on how to excel in your chosen field.
    - Explore career paths: Not too sure what you want to do after graduation? Just starting to explore your endless opportunities? This event is the perfect way to explore where your Binghamton degree can take you, and ask alumni what life is like in the career path they’ve chosen.
    - Practice networking in a low-pressure environment: If you're new to networking, don't worry! Networking Night is a friendly, inclusive environment for students who are attending their first networking event. Alumni are there to support and mentor you!

    This event is open to students of all majors and class years, making it the perfect occasion for anyone looking to explore career opportunities and connect with experienced professionals. Whether you're new to networking and eager to take your first step into the professional world, looking to explore career paths, or preparing for graduation and job applications. This event is designed to benefit students at all stages of their academic journey.

    For More Information:

    Contact Fleishman Career Center or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/ccpd/connect/nyc-networking-night.html

  • New Faculty Media Resources page now available

    Want to get your research in the news, prepare for a media interview, or share your expertise with a wider audience? The Office of Media and Public Relations has a new Faculty Media Resources page with tips and opportunities for faculty, including media pitching, interview preparation, writing for The Conversation, video and podcast opportunities, and more.

    For More Information:

    Contact John Brhel or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/communications-and-marketing/media-public-relations/faculty-media-resources.html

General

  • "Green Day, Pride Day" today — celebrating trans awareness with Bing Queers

    Visit the Bing Queers Faculty and Staff affinity group's table between noon and 1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, in the Bartle Library Breezeway, to celebrate Trans Awareness Month for "Green Day Pride Day!" Show your Bearcat spirit by grabbing a pin to increase trans visibility, and walk away with resources to help you advocate for Binghamton's trans and non-binary community members. Folks are welcome to hang out at the table to spread visibility. At Binghamton, we all belong!

    Interested in becoming more involved with the Bing Queers Faculty and Staff Affinity Group? Fill out the Google Form at the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Erin Hansen or visit https://forms.gle/53sC8AsKBTyJp5w19

  • Fall hearing screenings today

    The Employee Assistance Program and the Department of Speech and Language Pathology would like to invite you to receive a complimentary hearing screening at the Fall Hearing Screening Clinic!

    A hearing screening is a helpful first step in taking care of your hearing and overall health; hearing changes can be gradual and are often ignored. These screenings will be conducted by interns of the Speech-Language Pathology Division, under the supervision of an audiologist.

    Hearing Screenings will take place from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, in the C4 Multi-Purpose Room F (First room on the Newing side).
    From there, participants will meet with their intern and be escorted to one of the testing rooms. Participants will not have to bring an insurance card, and there is no fee.

    B-Engaged registration is highly recommended and will close on Wednesday, Nov. 4. There will be limited walk-ins available. If you choose to walk in, you may be subject to a long wait or turned away, as appointments will be prioritized.

    For More Information:

    Contact EAP- Angella Kim or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2309196

  • Nominations sought for Alumni Association Awards

    The Binghamton University Alumni Association is seeking nominations for awards. The program showcases five signature alumni awards and the Bearcats of the Last Decade (BOLD) 10 Under 10 awards, celebrating young alumni who have achieved significant success in their fields.

    New this year is the ‘Gerald "Jerry" McLain '59 Binghamton University Alumni Employee Award’ honoring the university’s first alumni engagement director and recognizing a faculty or staff member who is also a proud graduate of the university. Visit the link below to learn more about each award and submit nominations. The deadline is Nov. 6.

    For More Information:

    Contact Jen Gabriel or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/advancement/connect/alumni-awards/

  • Faculty book author event at the Bookstore: Nov. 8

    Elizabeth Clarke will be at the Bookstore from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8. Stop by the second floor of the Bookstore and meet the author of "Day's Eye!"

    For More Information:

    Contact Binghamton Bookstore

  • Clearance Sale at the Bookstore: Nov. 6-8

    An additional 25% off clearance items at the Bookstore sale will take place from Friday, Nov. 6, to Sunday, Nov. 8. In-store only! Stop by for some sweet deals!

    For More Information:

    Contact Binghamton Bookstore

  • "Pioneers, Underdogs, and Fighters" first-generation voices panel: Nov. 10

    In honor of the National First-Generation College Celebration, BFirst and the Center for Learning and Teaching are hosting a panel of first-gen faculty, staff, alumni, and students to spread awareness about this identity!

    Join the event from 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, in Old Union Hall, to gain a greater understanding of what first-gens face and how to best support this community! First-gens will also gain tried-and-true advice.

    Lunch will be provided, sponsored by the Center for Learning and Teaching. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. for lunch! Click the link below to learn more.

    For More Information:

    Contact Marissa Zelman or visit https://bengaged.binghamton.edu/bfirst/rsvp_boot?id=2308877

  • Info session about Project Horseshoe Farm internships and year-long fellowships: Nov. 9

    Project Horseshoe Farm offers a year-long Community Health Fellowship for recent graduates as well as flexible, year-round internships for undergraduate and graduate students. This opportunity is open to students of all majors and can be an especially good match for those in pre-health and pre-law fields.

    Join the External Scholarships and Undergraduate Research Center from 6-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9, on Zoom, to hear from current Project Horseshoe Farm Fellow from the Pomona, California location, Paul Starliper, who is originally from near Binghamton and a 2026 pre-med graduate from St. Lawrence University. He will provide an overview of the opportunity, how to apply, and share his experience as a fellow.

    For More Information:

    Contact Beth Polzin or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2308127

  • Join EAP for Lunch and Learn Zoom Series

    Are you looking to learn a new skill, foster better habits, or network with colleagues? The Lunch and Learn series with EAP opens doors to new experiences right in your lunch hour! This list is always being updated, so keep checking back for new events you may be interested in.

    These events will take place from noon to 1 p.m. during the workday via Zoom. Visit the EAP Lunch and Learn website for the full schedule of EAP events.

    For More Information:

    Contact Resha Muir or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/programs/employee-assistance/lunchandlearn.html

  • "Coffee with a Cop/Veteran": Nov. 11

    In honor of Veterans Day, University Police will be hosting "Coffee with a Cop/Veteran" to recognize all veterans who work and attend school at Binghamton University. They welcome everyone to stop by between 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the Spine, outside the University Union, to enjoy a cup of coffee/tea/hot chocolate and some snacks.

    For More Information:

    Contact Lt. Steve Faulkner

  • Veterans Day flag raising: Nov. 11

    Join President D'Alleva and the ROTC students in raising the flag at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 11, outside the Couper Administration Building. building. A reception will follow in the Veterans Lounge to honor those who have served our country.

    For More Information:

    Contact Paul Stroud or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2309394

  • Bearcat Dining's holiday bake sale

    Bring the deliciousness of the Bearcat Bakery to your holiday table! Enjoy seasonal pies, cheesecakes, dessert breads, cookies, and more, available only for a limited time.

    Place your order at the link below by Friday, Nov. 13. Orders will be available for pickup from the MarketPlace on Nov. 23-24.

    For More Information:

    Contact Bearcat Dining or visit https://shoponcampus.com/Binghamton

  • Plan an event for International Education Week: Nov. 16-20

    The Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and the Office of International Education and Global Initiatives (IEGI) are beginning to collect and advertise events for International Education Week (IEW), which takes place Nov. 16-20. IEW is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.

    Other Binghamton University offices are encouraged to consider planning an international or cultural-themed event(s) to coincide with IEW.

    Any university office that would like to be featured on the IEW event page should complete this Google Form at the link below.

    Questions and concerns can be addressed to Annie Kennedy, ISSS programming coordinator, at akennedy66@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Annie Kennedy or visit https://forms.gle/2Am7FtWGyJYgYXur6

  • Binghamton Bookstore professional apparel pop-up shop open

    The Binghamton Bookstore professional apparel online pop-up shop is now open!

    Explore a collection of Binghamton-branded business-casual apparel, including men's and women's styles designed for everyday comfort and versatility.

    Find your favorites and place your order by Monday, Nov. 16. Orders can be picked up in the Bookstore, or the Bookstore can deliver them to you once they arrive.

    For More Information:

    Contact Binghamton Bookstore or visit https://binghamtonstaffapparel.ccbrands.com/

  • Celebrate National Rural Health Day with the Division of Public Health and the DSON HRSA ANEW Program: Nov. 17

    The Division of Public Health and Decker School of Nursing HRSA ANEW Program invites the campus community to join in celebrating the power of rural on Tuesday, Nov. 17! From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., attendees will have an opportunity to meet with representatives from local rural-serving organizations. Prizes are available for attendees who meet with all organizations!

    Four Narcan training sessions will be offered throughout the event. Training sessions will be held in HSB 102 at the following times: Noon, 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m., and 1:30 p.m. Don't miss out on the cider and donuts! Click the link below to learn more.

    For More Information:

    Contact Mitchell Brooks or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2303454

  • Your next chapter comes with Visions benefits

    Start your membership with a bonus. New members can earn up to $500 through the Direct Deposit Promotion when they set up qualifying, recurring direct deposits into a Visions checking account before Dec. 31*.

    The benefits don’t stop at a checking account. For homeowners, the No Closing Costs HELOC offer provides a convenient, flexible way to access the equity you’ve built in your home.** Make a HELOC part of your financial strategy before Dec. 31. Enjoy a 10-year draw period and low variable rates. To qualify for no closing costs, set up automatic payments and take a $25,000 advance in new money at closing.

    Make your next move with Visions while these limited-time offers are available. Take advantage of these offers or open an account today through digital banking or stop by the on-campus Visions branch on the second floor of The Union, near the Bookstore.

    *Details for the Direct Deposit Promotion are available at visionsfcu.org/500 **Learn more about our HELOC promotion at visionsfcu.org/HELOCoffer Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Housing Lender.

    For More Information:

    Contact Visions FCU or visit visionsfcu.org

  • Discover Binghamton University's most exciting stories every Saturday!

    Welcome to BingUNews — your go-to source for all the exciting happenings at Binghamton University!

    Discover inspiring stories about the people, events, and initiatives that shape this vibrant community. Sign up at the link below and keep an eye on your inbox every Saturday morning for the latest top stories.

    For More Information:

    Contact Dateline or visit https://mailchi.mp/binghamton/ay0tih52fb

  • Running low on dining dollars?

    Never worry about missing lunch — reload your Faculty/Staff Meal Plan today! Add $100 or more and receive a 15% bonus. Visit the link below for more information or to purchase.

    For More Information:

    Contact Bearcat Dining or visit https://dineoncampus.com/binghamton/

  • Dining with dietary restrictions at Binghamton

    All menu items in Binghamton's resident dining halls are labeled with icons to easily identify items as vegan, vegetarian, for those avoiding gluten, or as good sources of protein. You can view daily menus ahead of time at binghamton.edu/bearcatdining.

    Faculty and staff members can also meet with our two registered dietitians, free of charge, for further dining guidance. Visit "Nutrition & Allergens" at the link below for more information or to contact dietitians Julie or Alexa.

    For More Information:

    Contact Bearcat Dining or visit https://dineoncampus.com/Binghamton/nutrition--allergens

  • Encourage students to nominate their Career Champions!

    The Fleishman Career Center is seeking student nominations for this year’s Career Champions!

    A Career Champion is a Binghamton University faculty or staff member who has been nominated by a student for playing a pivotal role in their personal and professional growth. Career Champions are the people who help students to:
    - Explore career options
    - Network with professionals in their fields of interest
    - Apply to graduate school and navigate the process
    - Connect with employers for jobs and internships
    - Prepare for internship and job interviews
    - Build the technical and professional skills needed in the workplace
    - Gain industry knowledge, advice, and insights

    Help spread the word! Encourage your students to recognize the faculty and staff members who have made a meaningful difference in their career journey. Students will be entered to win a $25 gift card for each nomination entry. The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, Dec. 4, 2026.

    Consider including the Career Champions nomination slide at https://bit.ly/4yaPdGj in your next class presentation, student program, or other communication with students.

    Thank you for celebrating the many faculty and staff members across Binghamton University who make a difference in students’ lives!

    For More Information:

    Contact Jessica Lane-Rwabukwisi or visit https://careertools.binghamton.edu/channels/career-champions/?uc_ref=ai_search

  • Parking availability information on TAPS website

    Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) closely monitors parking lot availability. TAPS surveys and counts unoccupied parking spaces every two hours, Monday through Friday. With this data, TAPS updates a parking availability table on the TAPS website at the link below. The table shows which parking lots have available space during peak times on campus and an average of how many open spaces are in a lot during a timeframe.

    Parking on campus is busiest during peak class times, between 10 a.m.-3 p.m. There is always available space, but it is not always right next to a destination. If you are having trouble finding a spot, visit the TAPS website at the link below. The campus shuttle stops near multiple parking lots to transport you closer to your specific destination.

    The University also offers convenient alternative transportation options. OCCT, BC Transit, Enterprise CarShare, and carpooling with 511NY Rideshare make it easy to get around campus and the community. For more information on alternative transportation options, visit the TAPS website at: https://www.binghamton.edu/services/transportation-and-parking/

    For More Information:

    Contact TAPS or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/services/transportation-and-parking/parking/parking-availability/

Health and Wellness

  • "Long Term Care" workshop: Nov. 10

    Planning for long-term care can feel overwhelming, but understanding your options can make all the difference. Join Retiree Services from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, to learn about ways to plan for and manage the costs of care, including long-term care insurance, NYS Partnership Plans, Medicare, Medicaid, and home equity.

    Come to the Benet Alumni Lounge in Old O'Connor and learn from L. Keim and C. Henehan about the options available and gain a better understanding of how you can plan for the future. Registration is not required, but appreciated for planning purposes. To register, email ckruman@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Corinna Kruman

  • Serenity Gentle Yoga: Nov. 16

    Join Retiree Services from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, in UU W324, for a relaxing and rejuvenating session that combines functional movement, mobility exercises, and gentle yoga to support overall health and well-being. This workshop focuses on movements that can help improve flexibility, balance, coordination, and range of motion while promoting relaxation and body awareness.

    Participants will explore gentle stretches and practical movements designed to support everyday activities, maintain mobility, and encourage healthy movement as we age. The session offers an opportunity to slow down, release tension, and reconnect with your body in a comfortable, supportive environment. Movements can be adapted to individual needs, and participants are encouraged to work at their own pace. Shelley Bartlow, owner of Serenity Fitness, will guide the session. No previous yoga experience necessary. Contact Corinna Kruman with questions.

    For More Information:

    Contact Corinna Kruman

  • Applications are open for the new Culture of Care Grant

    As a University community, our community shares a mutual responsibility to building a safe, supportive, and empowered environment for all students. In order to advance these efforts, the VARCC has launched the Culture of Care Grant, a new initiative that is currently accepting applications.

    The VARCC is actively seeking proposals for the implementation of student-led efforts to increase sexual violence prevention programming on campus, broaden support for survivors, expand bystander intervention training, or propose faculty-mentored research into these topics. Faculty and staff who play a vital role in student mentorship and engagement are asked to encourage students and student organizations to apply for grant funding. Applications are open now and due before the Friday, Nov. 20 deadline.

    For eligibility requirements, judging criteria, and to apply, visit the Culture of Care Grant website at the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Beth Riley or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/centers/varcc/allies/grant.html

  • Guidance to campus regarding influenza

    Influenza has gotten an early start in the community this fall. Although the number of confirmed cases is not currently a cause for concern, influenza typically does not begin circulating on campus until early December. Over the past several weeks, the Decker Student Health Services Center (DSHSC) has seen students with both influenza A and influenza B. Influenza is expected to continue circulating in the community through late spring.

    Having the flu can seriously disrupt academic efforts. Influenza typically includes 5-7 days of any combination of the following symptoms: sore throat, nasal congestion, cough, body aches, fever, chills, headache, and fatigue. Sometimes nausea and vomiting occur. The chance of contracting influenza or its complications can be significantly reduced by getting an annual influenza vaccine as well as good hygiene.

    The DSHSC has held mass flu vaccine clinics for students since early September, and over 800 individuals have used this opportunity to receive their free flu shots. While supplies last, students may continue to make appointments at the DSHSC. They make an appointment by going to the patient portal at the link below, choosing “Decker Student Health Services Center” as the clinic, and then “Flu Vaccination - IN-PERSON APPOINTMENT” as the appointment reason.

    The flu is transferred to others by contact with the respiratory droplets of an infected individual. It is important for everyone to do their part in helping to prevent the spread of the flu by practicing good hygiene — wash your hands frequently, consider wearing a mask, avoid touching your face, avoid close contact with those who are ill, clean frequently touched services often, cover coughs/sneezes, and improve indoor ventilation. All people with symptoms of the flu should avoid contact with other people until their temperature is less than 100 degrees for 24 hours, without the use of medication to lower it. Once this point is reached, a person with the flu may return to normal activities but should wear a mask until the 11th day after symptoms started.

    Students are urged to report illnesses to their instructors and to make individual arrangements when illness interferes with their course work. Faculty are encouraged to support absences from class when students develop any of the symptoms described above. The DSHSC does not have the resources to issue medical excuses for missed classes, exams, or papers.

    Individuals at high risk for complications from influenza should see a medical provider as soon as possible after symptoms develop. There is a medication that, when taken, may reduce their risk of complications. The medication must be started within 48 hours of symptom onset.

    Those people at high risk for flu-related complications include anyone who:

    - Is pregnant
    - Is an American Indian or Native Alaskan
    - Is an adult 65 years of age and older
    - Has asthma
    - Has a neurological or neurodevelopmental condition
    - Has a chronic lung, heart, liver, or kidney disease
    - Has a blood disorder (such as sickle cell disease)
    - Has a metabolic or mitochondrial disorder
    - Has a weakened immune system due to medications or illness
    - Is less than 19 years old and is prescribed long-term aspirin therapy
    - Is morbidly obese (BMI > 40)

    For More Information:

    Contact Dateline or visit https://binghamton.medicatconnect.com

  • Good Grief Book Club meeting: Dec. 18

    The Good Grief Book Club is a book club for faculty and staff who are interested in reading and discussing books (of all genres) related to the universal experience of grief and loss. The group meets once a month from noon to 1 p.m. on a Friday on the Vestal campus.

    The December meeting is from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, in UU 123. The group will be discussing the book "When Breath Becomes Air" by Paul Kalanithi.

    For More Information:

    Contact Katy Perry or visit https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QRYGBtmRKECT76KYXeQH9Sxw4hBnfT0N/view?usp=sharing

NCAA Division I Athletics

Recreation

  • East Gym resources Zoom session for faculty and staff: Nov. 12

    Curious about staying active on campus? Join Laura from Campus Recreation for a quick, informative Zoom session from noon to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, to learn about resources at the East Gym. Sign up through B-Engaged at the link below to receive registration details and a copy of the presentation after the event.

    For More Information:

    Contact Laura Cichostepski or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2309554

  • NYC bus trip: Dec. 5

    Need a little NYC magic in your life? Take a day for yourself — or grab some friends — and spend the day exploring New York City. Shop, visit a museum, see the sights, enjoy a great meal, or simply wander!

    The bus will depart at 7 a.m., with the return trip departing Macy’s at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5. Spaces are limited, so don’t wait to sign up!

    For More Information:

    Contact Lisa Gallagher or visit https://tj-trips.com/product/nyc-free-day-sat-dec-5-2026-binghamton-university-women/

  • Beginner pickleball clinics

    Join the Lane-Starke Tennis Center for beginner pickleball clinics from 8:30-9:30 p.m. Friday mornings! This $10 clinic is perfect for new players looking to learn the fundamentals, develop their skills, and build confidence on the court in a fun, welcoming environment. Call 607-777-3491x4 to register.

    For More Information:

    Contact Tennis Center or visit https://www.tennisctr.com/pickleball

Research

  • Halo webinar today — connect your research with industry

    Want to expand your funding opportunities and partner with industry on real-world problems, but not sure where to start? Companies including BASF, Bayer, Procter and Gamble, and Unilever post R&D challenges on Halo, an NSF-supported platform where industry teams connect directly with university researchers. For faculty, Halo can be a faster, simpler path to sponsored research and industry collaborations.

    The Office of Strategic Research Initiatives (OSRI) and the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Partnerships (EIP) will host a one-hour Zoom webinar on how Halo works, what a strong proposal and profile look like, what’s happening on the platform now, and practical tips for getting matched and funded.

    Open to faculty in all disciplines; no prior industry experience needed. This event will take place from 10-11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6, via Zoom. Register for the event at the link below!

    Contact osri@binghamton.edu with questions.

    For More Information:

    Contact OSRI or visit https://binghamton.zoom.us/meeting/register/JIl4b7gRSDuDn2lwNc8XvQ

  • Beckman Scholars Program info session today for students in eligible majors

    As a participating institution in the Beckman Scholars Program, Binghamton University selects two students a year for a 15-month intensive undergraduate research experience with a Beckman faculty mentor, supported with $21,000 in funding.

    Any student who intends to major or is majoring in biochemistry, biological sciences, biomedical engineering, chemistry, or integrative neuroscience is eligible and invited to attend a Beckman Scholars info session from 4-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, in LH 013. The info session will provide an overview of the program and application process and a chance to hear from current and former Binghamton recipients of this prestigious scholarship.

    For more information, including the info session B-Engaged registration link and eligibility and application details, see the webpage linked below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Steve Ortiz or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/student-research-and-scholarship/undergraduate-research/beckman-scholars.html

  • Last week to apply for spring 2027 Binghamton University Projects for New Undergraduate Researchers (BUPNUR)

    This is the last week for students to apply for the spring 2027 Binghamton University Projects for New Undergraduate Researchers (BUPNUR). Remind students to apply if they have not done so already! The program helps students without prior research experience participate in faculty-mentored research projects.

    The deadline for students to apply is 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6. Students should be prepared to check their email from the beginning of December through the winter break, as interviews and funding decisions will be scheduled and announced on an ongoing basis.

    For More Information:

    Contact Afton Fahey or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/student-research-and-scholarship/undergraduate-research/projects.html

  • Seeking breast milk donors for paid study

    Researchers at Binghamton University School of Pharmacy are looking for healthy, milk-producing women to donate their excess breast milk (5-20 ounces) for use in research.

    The overall purpose of the research is to help develop an assay to help predict medication secretion into breast milk during lactation. You must be 18 years or older to participate. You will be compensated with a $30 gift card for your time.

    If interested or looking for more information, contact Pei Yu Chen at pchen9@binghamton.edu. The primary investigator is Associate Professor Tao Zhang, who can be reached at zhangt@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Pei Yu Chen

  • "SBIR/STTR: You Got It! Now What?" webinar: Nov. 9

    Just won an SBIR/STTR award? Join Anna Hancock from the Southern Tier SBDC for a webinar for first-time academic founders on post-award management — covering reporting requirements, payroll, HR, and record-keeping to help keep your award on track.

    Hosted by the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Partnerships, this event will take place from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, via Zoom. Registration is required at the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Kathryn or visit https://binghamton.zoom.us/meeting/register/W1ZcuCl0R8mjUkVyfp4kDQ

  • "Quests and Questions in Israel Studies Today" Israel Studies Annual International Symposium: Nov. 9

    The Center for Israel Studies is pleased to announce the Israel Studies Annual International Symposium. This symposium, held from 9 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, in the IASH Room, LN 1106, will showcase the 2026 cohort of Binghamton Fellows' summer research. The Fellows will be joined by distinguished guest speakers and CIS faculty to discuss core issues in the field.

    Session times and topics are viewable on B-Engaged at the link below. Faculty and students are welcome!

    For More Information:

    Contact Kimberli Schull or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2309364

  • "The Invisible World Revealed by Light": Nov. 10

    Researchers often work with materials and phenomena that are far too small to see with our eyes. Nilupa Prasadani Gunarathna created this website to show how we can use light and spectroscopy to explore that invisible world and better understand the materials around us. Her goal was to make some of the science behind her research more accessible and enjoyable, especially for people who may not have a background in physics or materials science. join this DiSC fellowship presentation from noon to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, in AD 712.

    The site takes visitors on a behind-the-scenes journey through Nilupa's daily work as an experimental physicist, structured around the core rhythm of the scientific process: Make It, See It, and Study It. Through engaging visual storytelling, intuitive analogies, and interactive illustrations, the project demystifies how to "cook" atom-thin crystal sheets (TMDs) inside a high-temperature furnace, inspect their quality, and use laser light to listen to the "dance" of vibrating atoms to uncover hidden material properties.

    For More Information:

    Contact Erica Sausner or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2307898

  • 2027 Summer Scholars and Artists Program (SSAP) info session: Nov. 16

    Do you know a student who is likely to undertake an independent creative activity or research project and would benefit from time, money, and mentorship to pursue it? Encourage students to attend the upcoming information session to learn more about the Summer Scholars and Artists Program (SSAP) and hear from undergraduate students who have participated.

    The info session takes place from 3-3:45 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, in UUW 324. Click the link below to RSVP on B-Engaged.

    SSAP provides awardees with a $3,500 stipend and the option to receive free on-campus housing for eight weeks. Mentors receive a $1,000 stipend. The deadline to apply is Monday, Feb. 22, 2027.

    For More Information:

    Contact Beth Polzin or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2303138

  • Seeking mothers of 6–12-month-olds for a study of infant development (paid)

    Researchers are studying how infants learn about emotions, including facial expressions of emotion, and how moms’ and infants’ moods influence each other over time.

    For more information, visit infant.binghamton.edu or call (607) 777-3304 and ask for the Infant Study. Earn $250 for helping with the study.

    For More Information:

    Contact Brandon Gibb or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/psychology/labs/infant/

  • GIS Day announcement and call for posters

    The Geography Department’s GIS Committee is excited to announce its 11th annual GIS Day, which will be held from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, in the Old Champlain Atrium. This event will feature a variety of lightning talks, a student poster and map competition, and other related GIS research information. Food and refreshments will be provided.

    The call for poster and map entries is now open. The submission deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 25. More info can be found at: https://www.binghamton.edu/geography/gisday/posters.html

    For More Information:

    Contact Kevin Heard or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/geography/gisday

  • Summer 2027 call for faculty proposals — Advancing AI for the Public Good

    Binghamton University's Advancing AI for the Public Good Partnership seeks faculty to serve as research mentors during summer 2027. Faculty across all disciplines are welcome to submit AI-focused projects for consideration.

    For More Information:

    Contact Shanise Kent or visit https://forms.gle/EritjzXNgVKwdRwt5

  • New SUNY Undergraduate Excellence in Research Award and Provost’s Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Research

    Students can be nominated for the new SUNY Undergraduate Excellence in Research Award, with the same nomination packet as for the Provost’s Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Research. There is an earlier deadline to submit for the SUNY award. See the link below for more information and details about both awards. Nominees for the SUNY Award will automatically be considered for the Provost’s Award.

    To submit a nomination packet, please include the following:
    - A brief letter of nomination from the unit/department
    - A current résumé/CV
    - Three letters of reference. One letter must be from the primary faculty mentor. The nomination letter may also serve as one of the letters of recommendation if the nominator has had substantive interactions with the nominee in any area of excellence and speaks to them directly in the letter.
    - Supplemental Information (to be completed by the student nominee and reviewed by the nominator)
    - Title and one-paragraph abstract of the research or creative activity
    - Description of the research or creative activity that includes the framing question, purpose/rationale/motivation, methodology, and findings (if the research is in progress, this may include preliminary findings)
    - Relationship between the research or creative activity and the student’s academic studies and/or professional goals, with a focus on how the student intends to apply their learning to future pursuits
    - Ways in which the student has shared (or plans to share) the findings of their research or creative activity
    - Listing of other awards or recognitions the student has received for this and/or other research or creative activities
    - Current resume for the student that includes current contact information
    - Brief sample of the student’s research or creative activity

    The deadline to apply to be considered for both awards is Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2027. The nomination deadline to be considered for the Provost’s award only is Wednesday, March 17, 2027. Send nomination materials and questions to Steve Ortiz, sortiz@binghamton.edu, director of the External Scholarships and Undergraduate Research Center.

    See the webpage below for more details.

    For More Information:

    Contact Steve Ortiz or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/student-research-and-scholarship/undergraduate-research/funding-and-awards/provost-excellence.html

  • S.H. Ho Foundation Research Grants (HFRG) for Health Sciences and Technology program

    The Provost’s Office is accepting proposals for the 2027-28 cycle of the S.H. Ho Foundation Research Grants (HFRG) for Health Sciences and Technology program. Inspired by her outstanding educational experience at Binghamton University and the opportunity to nurture groundbreaking faculty discoveries and innovation, Martha Ho, MA ’78, and her husband, David Ho, of The S. H. Ho Foundation Ltd., made a significant philanthropic gift to propel the pioneering work of Binghamton faculty. This endowment makes possible, in perpetuity, approximately $200,000 annually in vital seed grants for faculty, University-wide, to advance current or emerging research.

    Submissions are solicited from all academic units. Awards may be up to $100,000. Completed packages must be submitted electronically to the Binghamton University Internal Opportunities Portal at: https://binghamton.infoready4.com/#freeformCompetitionDetail/2025330

    The proposal deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1. If you have any questions, contact Michael Jacobson, executive director of the Office of Strategic Research Initiatives, st mjacobso@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Michael Jacobson or visit https://binghamton.infoready4.com/#freeformCompetitionDetail/2025330

  • Survey about patient recovery needs

    Students from Binghamton University are conducting research to recognize what designs could be used to support patient recovery and improve interprofessionalism, such as care collaboration and patient engagement, to develop more patient-centered digital health tools. The research team is seeking to survey the general population to gain insights into patient needs and perspectives on recovery during and after hypothetical hospitalization.

    You are eligible to participate if you are:
    - In the United States
    - At least 18 years old

    The survey should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete, and all responses will remain anonymous. Participation is completely voluntary, and you may stop the survey at any time.

    If you qualify and are interested in participating in our research study, follow the link below to review the informed consent form and complete the survey.

    If you have any questions, contact Jessica Tong, at jtong3@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Jessica Tong or visit https://binghamton.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4P0iPQJ1Z72JcnY

Speakers and Lectures

  • Mechanical Engineering seminar series today

    Attend the Mechanical Engineering seminar series, featuring Yahong Yang of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Binghamton University, who will give a talk titled "Learning Continuum Diffusion Models from Graph Data: From Isotropic to Anisotropic Connectivity."

    This event will take place from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, in ES 1304. Jifu Tan will host the event. Click the link below to learn more.

    For More Information:

    Contact Elizabeth Kucharek or visit https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HDOxLdN4W8Yl7p9sFJWLxOiE75rDdpcb/view?usp=sharing

  • Biannual Eish Lectureship in Organic Chemistry today

    The chemistry department welcomes guest speaker Michael Krische, Robert A. Welch Chair in Science in the chemistry department at the University of Texas at Austin, for the 22nd biannual Eisch Lectureship in Organic Chemistry.

    His lecture is titled "Hydrogen Transfer for Catalytic C-C Coupling Beyond Premetalated Reagants" and will be held at 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, in the Fountain Room of the Smart Energy Building.

    For More Information:

    Contact Mandy DuCreay

  • Material+Visual Worlds Transdisciplinary Area of Excellence presentation tonight

    The Material+Visual Worlds Transdisciplinary Area of Excellence (M+VW TAE) welcomes Polish conceptual artist Agnieszka Kurant, who will deliver a public lecture on Collective Intelligence at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, in FA 258. Additionally, a lunchtime seminar will be offered Friday, Nov. 6, in FA 218.

    Agnieszka Kurant is a contemporary artist whose work explores how intelligence, creativity and value emerge through collective processes involving humans, other species, and technological systems. Drawing on research across art, science, economics, and technology, she creates installations and objects that make visible the often-hidden networks and forms of collaboration that shape our world.

    Click the link below to see the poster for the event.

    For More Information:

    Contact Tom McDonough or visit https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sntUnOV4RULCtNeh-h2pYQ70FC84eA-S/view?usp=sharing

  • School of Computing seminar series today

    Join the School of Computing for a joint presentation by Obadiah Smolenski, Hiten Malhotra, and Jayakaran Saravanan Indira from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, in EB T1 or on Zoom at the link below. The seminar is titled "Breaking the Memory Barrier for NNP-Molecular Dynamics."

    Molecular dynamics (MD) simulates atoms by repeatedly computing forces and advancing positions. Timesteps are sequential: one microsecond at femtosecond resolution requires a billion steps, making per-step latency critical. Neural network potentials (NNPs) approximate quantum-mechanical (QM) calculations using graph neural networks (GNNs), at 100× or more the per-step cost of analytic force fields. Each step is a forward and backward pass over a geometric graph that changes as atoms move, and each message-passing layer extends an atom’s dependencies by one cutoff radius. Distributed MD engines therefore replicate a deep boundary region whose size grows with layer count, an approach designed for cheap, strictly local potentials, but fail for modern NNPs. Researchers present Dynamis, a distributed MD engine built for message-passing NNPs on multi-GPU, multi-node clusters. Specialised GPU kernels for graph construction, partitioning, and integration keep the simulation on the device. Edge-weighted space-filling curves account for message-passing cost to balance work across GPUs, with partitioning 10× faster than KD-trees. Dynamis avoids enlarged boundary replication through per-layer activation exchange, using one-sided CUDA IPC within nodes and NCCL across nodes. Using state-of-the-art NNPs (Orb, UMA, and MACE) on real and synthetic systems, the researchers demonstrate strong and weak scaling within and across nodes, reaching approximately 512,000 atoms on 16 A100 GPUs across four nodes at 14 steps/s.

    Obadiah Smolenski is a senior undergraduate student in the School of Computing and the Department of Physics, Applied Physics and Astronomy. His research interests include machine learning, computational physics, and high-performance computing. He has presented related research projects at NeurIPS ‘25 and MoML ‘26.

    Hiten Malhotra is an undergraduate student in the School of Computing at Binghamton University, double majoring in Statistics. He co-founded the Binghamton AI Society. His research interests include high-performance computing and statistical modeling.

    Jayakaran Saravanan Indira is a master’s student in the School of Computing. His research interests include machine learning, GPU optimization, and performance analysis.

    For More Information:

    Contact Gavin Hlavac or visit https://binghamton.zoom.us/j/97041969812?pwd=aLguFELhoSlUa7tTelgzLGaTitNzOd.1

  • “Jews, Film, and Stereotype: A Bigger World of Jewish Film”: Nov. 10

    Join the Judaic Studies Department for a lunchtime book talk by Olga Gershenson, from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, in the IASH Room, LN 1106.

    Gershenson will present on her soon-to-be-released volume, "The Oxford Handbook of Judaism and Film," to challenge the geographic and conceptual boundaries of Jewish cinema. For too long, the field has circled a narrow set of places and stories, about immigration, assimilation, antisemitism, and the Holocaust. She proposes a broader, more capacious understanding of Jewish film — one that moves past the assumption that Jewishness on screen must be mimetic, historical, or tied to the US, Europe, and Israel.

    Lunch will be provided. Click the link below to learn more.

    For More Information:

    Contact Kimberli Schull or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2309300

  • "Planning and Control of Coupled Multi-Robot Systems" CoCo seminar: Nov. 11

    There will be a Binghamton Center of Complex Systems (CoCo) seminar at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, in Engineering Building T-1, as well as on Zoom, at: https://binghamton.zoom.us/j/99734015321?pwd=EdzB2HpxpCOyEYnOF2AqTmyweQMdHd.1

    Kaiyan Yu of Mechanical Engineering at Binghamton University will speak on "Planning and Control of Coupled Multi-Robot Systems." More details can be found online at: https://coco.binghamton.edu/kaiyan-yu.pdf

    Light refreshments will be served, followed by open discussions. E-mail Hiroki Sayama, sayama@binghamton.edu, for more information.

    For More Information:

    Contact Hiroki Sayama or visit https://coco.binghamton.edu/#seminar

  • “Why We Quit: Radical Perspectives on Black Women and Work” MSHR Speaker Series: Nov. 13

    The Department of Human Development invites the campus community to attend “Why We Quit: Radical Perspectives on Black Women and Work,” featuring scholar and curator Crystal Marie Moten, at 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, in the Science Library, Room 306.

    Part of the MSHR Lubna Chaudhry Speaker Series, “The Black Radical Tradition and Global Politics,” this timely and important talk offers an opportunity for learning, dialogue and reflection on labor, Black humanity, and human rights in the current sociopolitical environment.

    Faculty are encouraged to share the flyer below with their students and promote the event on their social media platforms.

    For More Information:

    Contact Laura Warren Hill or visit https://canva.link/rx28uo370fn37i8

Training and Workshops

  • "Teaching About, Against, and With AI Technologies" panel today

    AI did not suddenly appear with the release of OpenAI’s ChatGPT-3.5 in November 2022. The term “artificial intelligence” emerged in 1956 when a group of researchers met at Dartmouth College for the Dartmouth Summer Research Project on Artificial Intelligence. Since that fateful summer gathering 70 years ago, the set of technologies we call “AI” has increasingly become an ever-present part of personal and professional lives, including in teaching. Just as it’s important to historicize and nuance the understanding of AI, so too is it important to reflect on the diverse approaches for teaching about, against, and with AI technologies.

    Join the CLT from noon to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at the Learning Studio LN1324C for this panel, where participants will. hear from a group of interdisciplinary faculty about how they are working with students to better understand AI technologies. At a time of ongoing AI hype, the panel will offer attendees a more expansive pedagogical landscape that goes beyond incorporating generative AI products to instead consider ways for engaging AI technologies’ interconnected ideological, political-economic, technical, and social dimensions. Lunch will be provided.

    Charles Logan, a CLT Fellow, works with faculty who want to explore AI and educational technology in ways that are ethical, critical, and deeply human. His work is grounded in the belief that teaching is not only about content or tools, but about co-creating learning spaces where students can bring their whole selves into the work. Drawing from the learning sciences, critical educational technology scholarship, and literacies education, Logan helps faculty design learning environments that view students’ lived experiences and cultures as vital assets to welcome into the classroom. His approach emphasizes warm, responsive relationships, shared inquiry, and learning communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Logan studies how people and communities resist, refuse, reimagine, and repurpose technologies. His interests include co-designing learning experiences that teach about, against, and with AI technologies; digital literacies development; and the possibilities of strategic playfulness. He is especially interested in helping faculty and students examine the societal impacts, ethical implications, and governance of AI systems, rather than treating AI adoption as the only goal.

    For More Information:

    Contact shana white or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2307869

  • Free Mental Health First Aid Training Session available for faculty and staff: Nov. 13

    Faculty and staff will have the opportunity to participate in a free Mental Health First Aid Training session on Friday, Nov. 13. The training teaches how to support others in a mental health challenge or crisis. Trainees learn how to recognize, understand, and respond to signs of mental health challenges and offer the first level of support.

    The training runs from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and attendees who complete the training receive a three-year certification. Visit the website below for more information.

    For More Information:

    Contact Beth Riley or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/bhealthy/wellness-education-resources/mental-health-first-aid/