Getting Started in Undergraduate Research

How to get involved in undergraduate research at Binghamton

Binghamton University offers undergraduate students the unique opportunity to get involved in research as early as their first year. This page will guide you through the basics of how to get involved in undergraduate research at Binghamton — from finding opportunities to connecting with faculty mentors.

We recommend pairing this information with a walk-in advising appointment for personalized guidance. See our schedule for advising times. More advanced advising is available in the ESURC office for those who desire it.

First steps for getting involved in undergraduate research

Get connected and get information! Get started toward academic research at Binghamton by…doing a little research!

Get to know your professors

So much of your academic path will depend on getting to know your professors–and getting them to know you and your goals. Whether they provide research opportunities for you themselves, point you in the direction of opportunities they have found, or support you in your applications for research opportunities with letters of recommendation, they are key resources. Read their faculty profiles. Go to their office hours! Talk about your interests; ask about their research. Build connections.

Follow social media accounts

Follow departments, programs, and faculty in areas of interest. You might get announcements of opportunities first in that way. And you will see what others are doing. See a few faculty links below, and seek out others on your own. Be sure to follow the ESURC on Instagram! Get others from university webpages.

Join an academic or research oriented SA club or organization

SA groups often promote and showcase research in academic areas. Fellow members can offer advice and tips. Get connected to others doing what you want to do! Search in B Engaged for academically related clubs.

Read your B-Line emails!

There is actually a research category.

Utilize resources at the Fleishman Center

Join Fleishman Center Career Clusters in your areas of academic interest.