Binghamton University Geography Department
Through research and advocacy, this Binghamton University graduate wants to make urban life better
Nicole Burek ‘25, a Queens native, is graduating from Binghamton University with honors in sociology, a second major in statistics and a minor in geographic information systems.
From Local Roots to Global Impact
Founded in 1945, Geography at Binghamton University has grown into a dynamic, globally engaged department, whose graduates continue to make an impact in communities and organizations around the world. Undergraduate and graduate students gain the knowledge and hands-on experience needed for careers and doctoral study in urban, regional, and sustainable planning; environmental analysis and management; GIS and remote sensing; economic and urban spatial analysis; and teaching. Our faculty are not only dedicated teachers but also leading researchers who actively involve students in meaningful projects and discoveries.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
GIS and Remote Sensing Core Facility
Supports the university’s research mission by promoting effective use of GIS and remote sensing in applied research and community-centered projects.
Geography Students and Beyond
Meet our students and alumni from around the world as they share how their experiences in Binghamton University’s Department of Geography.