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  • 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

  • Benefits open enrollment/PEP update

    Employee Benefits was informed that the 2027 Open Enrollment Period dates and NYSHIP rates for next year will be announced the week of Monday, Nov. 23. For eligible bargaining units, the 2027 Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP) will run concurrently with the open enrollment period.

    Open enrollment transactions include the option to change from after-tax to before-tax NYSHIP contributions, along with voluntarily removing dependents to change from family to individual coverage without the need for a qualifying event. You may also voluntarily cancel coverage for January. New for 2027, you may also enroll during the open enrollment period for the first time in an HMO or the Empire Plan (coverage effective beginning of January) without the previously required 10-week waiting period.

    More information will be shared as it becomes available.

    For More Information:

    Contact Luanne Stento

  • 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

  • "Launch Your Career Skills" project host sites requested spring 2027

    The Fleishman Career Center and the Services for Students with Disabilities office are seeking partners for the "Launch Your Career Skills" initiative. This initiative came out of Binghamton's acceptance into a SUNY program called Pathways to Inclusion, where the Center was chosen to work with a consultant to increase access to career development opportunities for students with disabilities.

    Through the Pathways to Inclusion Program, SSD and the Fleishman Career Center created "Launch Your Career Skills," an initiative aimed at providing students with an opportunity to gain industry-relevant skills and explore career paths through hands-on experience. Students registered with Services for Students with Disabilities can apply for this paid program, which will include an eight-week project-based experience and a variety of professional development initiatives before and after the project. SSD provides the funding for the students.

    During the experience, students will be paid for their experience in two payments totaling $3,000 over one semester by SSD. They will be expected to work for 60 total hours, which includes the pre-work once you’ve been accepted into "Launch Your Career Skills" and the post-work. Students will have a supervisor who will manage their project and provide guidance, mentorship, and feedback throughout the experience.

    The Center is looking for campus partners to serve as project host sites. This means you would identify a project that fits your office needs, and you will be assigned a student from the initiative to complete that project over eight weeks. Host sites will need to provide a project overview, including specific skills students can expect to gain from the experience, and then students will be able to rank their choices, and host sites will also get to rank their student preference based on video interview responses students completed. The Center will do its best to accommodate student and host preferences. The students chosen for this experience have little to no professional experience, and this is an incredible way to support their career and skill development. Project hosts will attend an orientation, and students will as well, to best prepare them for their experience. The project should take approximately 50 hours to complete; the remaining 10 hours of the experience will include pre- and post-work as a part of the initiative.

    Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Lexie Avery or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7u73d5Tzbirweq6lfDwQesgi6vtP4jUlLK8SGxHStmDBeUQ/viewform?usp=header

  • 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

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

Arts and Entertainment

  • "SEFF Binghamton 2026: Coexistence": Nov. 14

    The Student Experimental Film Festival in Binghamton, also known as SEFF Binghamton, is an annual film festival featuring experimental films made by student filmmakers from across the United States and internationally. Held in Binghamton, the festival is organized and run by students at Binghamton University enrolled in the Curating Film and Video course offered by the Cinema department. Running since 2010, SEFF is one of several projects that Binghamton University's Cinema department organizes to celebrate its experimental roots.

    This year's festival will be held on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Bundy Museum, 129 Main Street. The theme this year is Coexistence, and the festival will be a collaboration between the Curating Film and Video course and the Expanded Cinema course. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with performances and installations by Expanded Cinema, and film program one will begin at 7 p.m., followed by film program two at 8:30 p.m. There is no entry fee.

    For More Information:

    Contact Bryson Cooley

  • 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 University Wind Symphony: Nov. 14

    Join the Music Department for the Binghamton University Wind Symphony at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Osterhout Concert Theater! The Binghamton University Wind Symphony, directed by Jennifer L. R. Greene, presents a mix of works that highlights a diverse repertoire for collegiate wind band.

    For More Information:

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

  • "Simple Gifts, Sacred Praise" — Chamber Singers With The Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra: Nov. 14

    Join the Music Department for "Simple Gifts, Sacred Praise," featuring the Chamber Singers With The Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra, at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Forum Theatre!

    The Binghamton University Chamber Singers will join the Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra with the Southern Tier Singers' Collective. The concert features "Appalachian Spring" by Aaron Copland and Ludwig van Beethoven's "Mass in C."

    For More Information:

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

  • Piano Studio recital — Weiss studio: Nov. 14

    Join the Music Department for a Piano Studio recital featuring students from the studio of Yaël Weiss, who will perform pieces they have been preparing in their lessons, at 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Casadesus Recital Hall!

    For More Information:

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

  • Children's Opera — "The Child and the Enchantments": Nov. 15

    Join the Music Department for the Children's Opera, "The Child and the Enchantments" (or "L'enfant et les sortilèges," by Maurice Ravel) at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, in the Chamber Hall!

    For More Information:

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

  • Harpur Cinema presents "Gandahar"

    Join Harpur Cinema for a screening of "Gandahar", directed by René Laloux! Doors open at 7 p.m., with screenings starting at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 13, and Sunday, Nov. 15, in Binghamton University Lecture Hall 6. Student admission is free with a Binghamton University ID. General admission is $4 per ticket.

    An entire civilization must confront its destiny in alternative-animation pioneer René Laloux’s final feature, a cult classic of mind-bending science fiction. In a distant world, a merciless army of automata attacks Gandahar, turning its peace-loving people to stone. Hoping to discover the source of these Men of Metal, a council of matriarchs enlists the brave yet inexperienced warrior Sylvain (Pierre-Marie Escourro), who, while journeying through his planet’s outer regions, teams up with the Deformed, a race cast out from Gandahar after failed science experiments rendered them mutants. Soon, Sylvain learns that a gargantuan brain called Metamorphis (Georges Wilson) is responsible for his utopian society’s strife and — together with the beautiful Airelle (Catherine Chevallier) — travels through time to defeat him, in the process risking their lives and Gandahar’s very existence. Featuring stunningly surreal creatures and wondrously bizarre environments designed by renowned comic-book artist Caza, Gandahar is a visceral, visionary head-trip in which animation opens a gateway to the furthest reaches of the imagination.

    For More Information:

    Contact Bryson Cooley or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2309619

  • "Refresh and Reboot — An Evening with Kristin Lucas" talk: Nov. 17

    Join the Cinema department for a screening and discussion with filmmaker Kristin Lucas!

    Kristin Lucas is a multidisciplinary artist working in video, installation, live, networked, and hybrid media art forms. In works that gain their currency within the context of public and private systems, Lucas responds to the uncanny overlaps of virtual and lived realities, and to the fast-changing mediascape that reconfigures perception and identity. Lucas critically engages with the tools she investigates, re-imagining and re-contextualizing their use in a way that looks to technology to provide new platforms for social and community engagement.

    This event will take place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, in Lecture Hall 6.

    For More Information:

    Contact Bryson Cooley or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2309255

  • 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

  • Music Department events: Nov. 17-23

    Join the Music Department for special events this week!

    The Flute Ensemble will perform at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, at Casadesus Recital Hall! The Flute Ensemble has prepared an array of works for flutes of all sizes and kinds.

    The Harpur Jazz Combos will perform at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at Casadesus Recital Hall, followed by the Harpur Jazz Ensemble at 7:30 p.m. at Osterhout Concert Theater! Harpur Jazz Ensemble and Harpur Jazz Combos are excited to announce a wonderful evening of music! This program is filled with exciting jazz and new takes on traditional music.

    The Collegium Musicum will take place at 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at FA-21! The early music ensemble presents varied works from the 17th and 18th centuries.

    The Laptop Orchestra bingLO will take place at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at Casadesus Recital Hall! bingLO, the Binghamton Laptop Orchestra, presents their Fall concert of new collaboratively crafted compositions. Focusing on live electronic performance, the group brings together notated composition, improvisation, and sound art.

    The Concert Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Osterhout Concert Theater! The Binghamton Concert Band, directed by Jennifer L. R. Greene, invites you to an American soundscape, from mountain melodies to blues, Broadway, Hollywood, and beyond. Featuring music from "Back to the Future," "Star Wars," "West Side Story," and more!

    The Percussion Studio recital will take place at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, at Casadesus Recital Hall! A selection of traditional percussion solos and eclectic duets will bring the exciting world of percussion to light.

    The University Choirs will perform at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, at the Chamber Hall! Binghamton University Choirs — Chamber Singers, Treble Chorus, and Harpur Chorale — present a wide variety of pieces from multiple genres, styles, time periods, and languages.

    The Guitar Ensemble will take place at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, at Casadesus Recital Hall! Join and enjoy an evening of music for guitar trio and quartet as well as folk song and dance arrangements, with music by living composers.

    For More Information:

    Contact Robert Manners

  • "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/

  • Kevin McCoy's "The Most Known Unknown" exhibition at Rosefsky Gallery: Nov. 12-Dec. 10

    The Department of Art and Design will host an exhibition in the Rosefsky Gallery by Kevin McCoy from Nov. 12-Dec. 10. McCoy is an interdisciplinary artist and cofounder of the studio WORK/PLAY with his wife Danielle in East St. Louis, Illinois.

    "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

Career Development

  • Research Foundation vacancy: Therapy activity assistant, Institute for Child Development

    The Children's Unit for Treatment and Evaluation (CUTE), a New York state-approved Special Education Program (ages 3-11) and NASET School of Excellence, is one of ICD's many service programs. Staff consists of devoted special education teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, school psychologists, board-certified behavior analysts, clinical psychologists, physical education teachers, paraprofessional staff, and administrative support staff who work together to meet the needs of the individuals and families served.

    This position will be part of the dynamic team at CUTE providing center-based services to students enrolled in the program by school districts and county health departments throughout the Southern Tier of New York.

    For more information and to apply, click the link provided below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Adam Chavez or visit https://rfbu.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=206584

  • 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

  • Research Foundation vacancy: Propagation modeler

    The propagation modeler develops, applies, and validates computational models used to simulate the propagation of ultrasound energy within the skull and brain. Working in collaboration with faculty, researchers, students, and external partners, the incumbent supports research initiatives, sponsored projects, and educational activities through advanced modeling, simulation, data analysis, and technical reporting.

    For more information and to apply, click the link provided below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Adam Chavez or visit https://rfbu.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=206565

  • 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

Construction

  • Science Library improvements starting Nov. 16

    Beginning Monday, Nov. 16, the second floor of the Science Library will be closed for carpet replacement. Additionally, new furniture will be installed on the first floor at the same time. The Science Library will remain open following the Libraries core hours, but expect elevated noise in that space. Staff are available and willing to help locate materials you may need. The space is expected to return to normal use starting after Thanksgiving.

    For additional information, contact Libraries Access Services at libaccess@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Access Services

General

  • 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

  • ITS warns of recent phishing attacks

    Binghamton University Information Technology Services (ITS) has recently observed an increase in targeted phishing attempts across campus, with two similar phishing schemes successfully compromising accounts over the past two days.

    In these recent campaigns, attackers have utilized deceptive emails or shared Google Docs (often appearing to come from higher-level administration) designed to mimic routine University communications, ultimately directing individuals to a fraudulent Google sign-in page designed to harvest credentials.

    Please exercise extreme caution and maintain vigilance when handling incoming emails or shared files:

    Verify Links: Hover over links before clicking to inspect the actual destination URL. If a link directs you to an unfamiliar domain instead of official University resources, do not click it.

    Inspect the Sender: Check the sender's address carefully for subtle misspellings or anomalies.

    Protect Your Credentials: Official University services will never ask you to input your password on an unverified or external login page. Always ensure you are navigating to official authentication portals directly.

    Protect Your 2FA/OTP Token: Do not share your 2FA/OTP tokens with others, including over methods such as email, text, or phone. ITS will never request that you share your 2FA/OTP token.

    Report Suspicious Messages: If you receive a questionable message, please report it immediately by forwarding the email to ITS Information Security at security@binghamton.edu .

    Additional resources regarding phishing campaigns are available at The Information Technology Services Phishing Website.

    Thank you for your continued dedication to keeping our campus IT environment secure. If you have any questions, contact the ITS Helpdesk at helpdesk@binghamton.edu or 607-777-6420.

    For More Information:

    Contact ITS Helpdesk or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/its/about/teams/information-security/phishing/

  • 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

  • Send a colleague an EAP Winter Pick-me-up!

    The holidays can be a difficult time for some — show you care by sending a message of support to someone who may be struggling.

    The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is offering Winter Pick-me-ups. Faculty and staff can fill out the linked form to send a colleague a small care package to show support. Whether you know someone who is grieving a loss, having family conflict, feeling down or lonely, struggling financially, or simply feeling overwhelmed, let them know you're here for them!

    Fill out the Google Form linked here to send a Winter Pick-me-up.

    For More Information:

    Contact Angella Kim or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVqeAwOXTwWRffPZFlxVbGfAUKHwtbd9PSRrwZZno8tjc6uQ/viewform

  • 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

  • November catering specials from Crafted 1946

    Gather your guests and celebrate the season with a festive Holiday Cocktail Party! Featuring caramelized onion and Boursin dip, pumpkin spice hummus, and fried dill pickle dip, it's a cheerful and memorable way to bring people together during the most wonderful time of the year. Add a burst of fresh seasonal flavor with the crafted refresher juice bar, served with assorted sparkling water, fresh seasonal juices, and garnishes to make the perfect mocktail. Visit Catertrax today and use code DipTrio for $10 off your next order! Valid until Wednesday, Dec. 30.

    New to Catertrax or have questions about your order? Contact Lauren Campo, catering administrator.

    For More Information:

    Contact Lauren Campo or visit https://crafted1946.catertrax.com/menugrid.asp?mode=lto&intOrderID=&intCustomerID=)

  • 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

  • Support the Binghamton University Food Pantry this holiday season

    Help make a difference in Binghamton University's campus community by participating in the Binghamton University Food Pantry’s online food drive, open through Sunday, Dec. 6. Every purchase goes directly to the Pantry to help support those in need.

    Simply visit the YouGiveGoods Food Drive at the link below, browse the wish list, and purchase items online. All donations will be shipped directly to the Food Pantry. Every contribution makes a difference.

    For More Information:

    Contact Food Pantry or visit https://yougivegoods.com/drive-landing/5sqmpv6seieqwunps0o42afl5

  • Parking on campus during snowfall

    TAPS reminds everyone that, even during snowfall, vehicles are prohibited from parking in commuter lots between midnight and 5 a.m. In addition, the Visitor's Paid Lot and Lot LT must be empty between 5-7 a.m. if the green light is on. These rules are in place for snow removal purposes.

    Vehicles parked in commuter lots during these times will be ticketed and towed at the owner's expense. If you need to leave your car on campus overnight, there are 24-hour lots available for parking. To find 24-hour parking locations, visit the Binghamton University campus map, select the Parking filter, expand the available options, and choose 24-Hour Lot Locations to view the designated lots on the map.

    For More Information:

    Contact Parking Services or visit https://viewer.mapme.com/binghamton?categories=320f9496-fcb8-453a-a92b-421802cb6f76.24883181-a5d6-40fd-9e9b-9ce22d91717c_9436058a-12c1-4edb-86aa-8cecee7df041_4f515d5f-982b-4ed3-ba25-6928d7d3b13b_b4335339-df2a-407f-9f08-69a79cbf8829_dd7c3707-3045-4837-8da1

  • 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

  • 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

  • Special offer on massage therapy services: 15% off from Nov. 16–24

    It’s the season of gratitude, so join Campus Recreational Services in celebrating with a special offer on massage therapy services in the Wellness Suite at the East Gym! Take 15% off any massage service from Monday, Nov. 16, through Tuesday, Nov. 24.

    Discount cannot be combined with any other offers. Mention this special when booking! Click the link below to learn more.

    For More Information:

    Contact Jody Sobel or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/campus-recreation/wellness-services

  • 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

Research

  • 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

  • "Virtual Reality (VR) and Learning in Neuroscience Education" — research participants needed

    The research team led by Danny “Xue” Deng from the Division of Occupational Therapy, Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences, at Binghamton University is inviting students to participate in a research study examining learning experiences in neuroscience education.

    This study explores how different learning formats, including immersive virtual reality (VR), affect neuroscience learning and engagement.

    You may be eligible to participate if you are 18-35 years old; are currently enrolled as a Binghamton University undergraduate or graduate student in a health-related, neuroscience, or allied academic program; and have normal or corrected-to-normal vision and no known conditions that would prevent safe participation in VR (e.g., severe motion sickness).

    During one study visit, you will: experience three neuroscience learning modes: Interactive 3D VR, Virtual-Screen 3D, and Virtual-Screen 2D; complete short quizzes, questionnaires, and a brief interview; wear non-invasive sensors that measure heart rate, breathing, and skin conductance (EDA); and have eye-tracking and facial-tracking data collected using the VR headset. The total time commitment is approximately 75–90 minutes.

    Participants who complete the study will receive a $20 gift card as compensation for their time. Compensation is provided on a prorated basis if participation is discontinued early.

    If you are interested in participating, click the link below to complete a brief eligibility screening questionnaire. Eligible participants will be contacted with additional study details.

    If you have questions about the study, contact Karen Perry, study coordinator, at kperetz@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Karen Perry

  • 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

  • Experimental Criticism Lab lecture series: Nov. 18

    The Experimental Criticism Lab lecture series is excited to invite you to the rescheduled lecture from Laurent Dubreuil! This event has been successfully rescheduled to 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, in Library North (LN) 1106.

    Laurent Dubreuil is Distinguished Professor of Arts and Sciences at Cornell University, where he teaches in the Departments of Comparative Literature and Romance Studies and the Cognitive Science Program. He is the founding director of Cornell’s Humanities Lab, an interdisciplinary research initiative that brings together scholars from the humanities, arts, and sciences to investigate language, cognition, creativity, and the boundaries of human and nonhuman intelligence. His lecture is titled "The Humanistic Epistemology of AI: Reflections on the Language Object," and he will be showing that "fundamental AI operations and hypotheses (such as tokenization and word embedding) are, outside of their engineering dimensions, highly dependent on theoretical decisions pertaining to the epistemic status of language."

    This event is sponsored by Comparative Literature and co-sponsored by IASH, DiDa, and the Harpur College Dean's Office.

    For More Information:

    Contact Lawrence Hapeman

  • "When Violence Becomes Policy: Power and Impunity at Home and Abroad" I-GMAP talk: Nov. 18

    Nancy Okail, I-GMAP visiting practitioner, will be presenting a public talk at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, at Admissions (AM) 189.

    Okail, the president and CEO of the Center for International Policy, is a leading scholar, policy analyst, and advocate with more than 20 years of experience working on issues of human rights, democracy, and security in the Middle East and North Africa region. Egyptian by birth, she was convicted and sentenced to prison in absentia (and later exonerated) for allegedly using foreign funds to grow unrest in Egypt in her role as director of Freedom House. While in exile in the U.S., Okail served as executive director of the Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy, which under her leadership became an internationally renowned policy research organization. Okail's political commentary and policy analysis are regularly featured in outlets such as the Washington Post, The New York Times, The Guardian, MSNBC, and Al Jazeera.

    Okail's public talk, "When Violence Becomes Policy: Power and Impunity at Home and Abroad," will analyze recent U.S. foreign policy in the MENA region.

    For More Information:

    Contact Nicole Barren or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/i-gmap/events-news/vp/ay26-27.html#nokail

  • Material+Visual Worlds Transdisciplinary Area of Excellence presents Jason Farago: Nov 19

    The Material+Visual Worlds Transdisciplinary Area of Excellence (M+VW TAE) welcomes Jason Farago, critic-at-large of The New York Times, who will deliver a public lecture on "Computational Imagery and the Afterlife of Art" at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, in AD 189. Additionally, a lunchtime seminar will be offered Friday, Nov. 20, in FA 218.

    Jason Farago writes about art and culture and their place in the wider world. In 2022, he was awarded one of the inaugural Silvers-Dudley Prizes for criticism and journalism. In 2023, he was a finalist for a Pulitzer Prize in Criticism, especially for taking his critical eye to the front lines of Ukraine to explore the cultural dimensions of the war, including reflecting on damage to architecture and other sites to explain Russia’s efforts to erase Ukrainian identity.

    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/1oaGG9FigxUARZUds-0Sn5m8cZVFP49yB/view?usp=sharing

Sustainability

  • Help needed for invasive species removal: Nov. 17

    Join the Office of Sustainability and Facilities in removing the invasive Autumn Olive from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17. Participants will meet at the Welcome Center near lot G1, where the removal will take place. Tools and gloves will be provided. It is suggested that individuals wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty and bring a water bottle!

    The Autumn Olive is an invasive plant native to eastern Asia and Afghanistan, with silvery-green leaves and red-speckled berries. Once rooted, it produces 200,000 seeds per plant. This invasive species outcompetes native plants and disrupts local ecosystems. Help stop the spread on campus!

    For More Information:

    Contact Martin Larocca or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfiKp6V8DlOpZXcOS98SboBXbtY7wzIbkz7OIaF1KWSxSrWLg/viewform

Training and Workshops