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    Administrative

  • Students are invited to apply for the Manhattan Graduate Scholars Program, which provides financial support for students entering the one-year, Saturdays-only, Manhattan-based graduate program focused on improving healthcare systems.

    This one-year program is designed to provide individuals with a bachelor's degree the opportunity to gain sufficient knowledge and skills for modeling, analyzing and/or designing healthcare delivery systems and processes.

    Click the link below to learn more.

    More Info

    Contact Erin Hornbeck or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/ssie/undergraduate/manhattanscholarship.html

  • Arts and Entertainment

  • Fifteen graduating Binghamton University Art & Design bachelor's of fine arts students will feature their works in the exhibition "Everything I’ve Never Said" available to view from April 4-18. All events are free and open to the public.

    An opening reception for the exhibition will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 4.

    The artists will give talks on their works from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Monday, April 8.

    This exhibition represents the culmination of their BFA degree program and features artworks spanning multiple disciplines, including painting, drawing, graphic design, printmaking, sculpture, game design, video installation and more. "Everything I’ve Never Said" is an ode to life’s unspoken moments and a celebration of art’s ability to materialize the experiences, emotions and personal narratives of the participating artists. It is also an invitation to viewers to explore themes of introspection, reflection and self-discovery, as each artist confronts the unspoken and finds solace in the act of creation.

    The 2024 BFA artists are: Zoe Congdon, Anna Faulkner, Gabriella Harbord, Jade Kirdahy, Santa Barbara Maslar, Atlas Mason, Giovanna Mitchell, Em O’Brien, Santiago Parra, Addy Phoenix, Fahim Rahman, Caitlin Smith, Fiona Sullivan, Alexa Valadez and Samantha Velasquez-Ballin.

    More Info

    Contact Anna Faulkner

  • Binghamton University’s Opera Workshop, in coordination with the Phelps Mansion and Museum, presents: "An evening of Arias, Duets, and Art Songs" as part of Binghamton’s First Friday Series, at 6 p.m. Friday, April 5. Come be entertained by the members of the Opera Workshop as they present a wide selection of vocal music including opera, art songs and musical theater.

    Produced by David Carl Toulson, instructor and director of opera and John Isenberg, musical director and accompanist, members of the workshop include Michael Breslin, Robert Dakwar, Jessica Dugatkin, Liam Flatley, Laura Forero, Andrea Gilebarto, Cali Jacobs, Val Lasser, Daisy Lawrence, Kyle McAfee, Matthew Merolla, Victoria Popritkin, Ava Portmore, Madisyn Rivera, Itzel Robles, Abigail Sprague, Juan Tello and Kiara Walker.

    Click the link below for additional details or other events.

    More Info

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

  • Join #BingCollects and the Public Archaeology Facility (PAF) for "Human Impact & the Anthropocene" from noon to 2 p.m. Friday, April 5, in the University Union.

    Now in its second year, #BingCollects is a joint pop-up exhibition project between the Binghamton University Art Museum and the Libraries’ Special Collections. It’s aimed at raising student awareness of both collections’ rich and varied holdings. The pop-ups are held in different locations throughout the year and feature objects from our collections on a common theme and sub-theme.

    This year the theme is “Planet Earth.” During the 2023-2024 academic year, we will pop up with other campus partners that have research and teaching collections that relate to our precious planet — past, present and future.

    The project is intended to meet students where they are, promote the use of our collections for research and inspire creative endeavors via our primary sources, but you don’t have to be a student to check out the pop-ups — everyone is invited.

    Click the link below to learn more.

    More Info

    Contact Jess Petrylak or visit https://libnews.binghamton.edu/specialcollections/2024/01/30/bingcollects-planet-earth-a-binghamton-university-art-museum-and-special-collections-pop-up-project/

  • Join members of the Music Department's Flute Studio for their recital at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 6, in Casadesus Recital Hall. This performance will feature works by Hailstork, Schocker, Poulenc, Gaubert and more.

    Click the link below for the full schedule of events.

    More Info

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

  • Join the Music Department for their composition concert, "Music NOW!" at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 6, in FA-21. Experience new compositions and world premieres by Binghamton University composers.

    Click the link below for the full event schedule.

    More Info

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

  • The Alumni Association is excited to announce that tickets are now on sale for "Party with a Purpose." This year's event will be held from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, April 6, in the Kilmer Mansion, and is "Gatsby" themed. Dressing to the theme is encouraged, but not required.

    "Party with a Purpose" is an annual fundraiser event hosted by Binghamton University's MPA Graduate Student Organization Philanthropy Committee and is a fun night, with an open bar, food, music, activities and raffle prizes. This year's event will be supporting Greater Good Grocery. "Party with a Purpose" is open to students, faculty/staff and community members, so be sure to bring your friends.

    You can purchase tickets and reserve your spot at the link below.

    If you are not able to attend, consider donating at: https://tinyurl.com/PWAPDonation2024

    More Info

    Contact Ella Chinn or visit https://tinyurl.com/PWAPTickets2024

  • In recognition of the 2024 total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, the Binghamton University Art Museum will host "Total Eclipse of the Art: A pop-up exhibition celebrating celestial bodies." This exhibition, organized by Amanda Jean Lynn, education and public programs coordinator, and Jessica Petrylak, preparator and communications assistant, highlights works from the permanent collection, focusing on the sun, the moon and the stars across centuries and continents.

    The exhibition will be on view from Tuesday, April 2 to Thursday, April 11, in the Kenneth C. Lindsay Room in the Lower Galleries. The exhibition is free and open to the public.

    More Info

    Contact Jessica Petrylak or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/art-museum/about.html

  • The Binghamton University EcoBlitz is a community-science event to collect ecological data at a given location and time. At our last EcoBlitz event, 200 participants collected 1,162 observations over two weeks. The highlight of the event is our Kickoff event, which will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, April 13. The 2024 EcoBlitz will run from April 13-May 4.

    The event’s main goal is to unite students, classes, researchers, conservation organizations and community members to document local biodiversity and the environment on campus. The free nature identification app iNaturalist will be used to collect data during this event. At the last EcoBlitz, we had 28 tables from student groups, classes, researchers, lab groups and local parks — including Binghamton University Sustainability Hub, Broome County Parks, National Audubon Student Conservation Chapter, Cornell Herpetological Society, BUgs!, Wild Waders (both biology graduate student lab groups) and Ross Park Zoo.

    The EcoBlitz event features tours with naturalists and scientists to collect data and a variety of nature-themed activities for all age groups hosted by student groups, research groups and community partners. Our Kickoff event will have tours, activity/information tables and opportunities to log data.

    If you would like to receive general information about this event or to volunteer at the Kickoff event, or if you are interested in hosting a table, running a nature tour or having your class be involved, fill out the interest form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVIV9hHD4vjPqB-JToqnYDxaHYRsi5gH3GPFnGGmmuPoXCBw/viewform

    Questions can be sent to binghamtonecoblitz@gmail.com. Click the link below to learn more or RSVP for the event.

    More Info

    Contact EcoBlitz Team or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2261776

  • Career Development

  • Learn about how your internship during the summer or fall semester can help you earn college credit! CDCI 395 is a course that students in any major can take along with an internship to get upper-level course credit, implemented by the Fleishman Career Center.

    CDCI 395 is an online, asynchronous seminar course taught through Brightspace. Each week, students will be assigned readings, discussions and activities designed to teach them important skills (such as professional communication, understanding the role of diversity in the workplace, creating a LinkedIn account and more) and encourage reflection on their internship experience. Students can enroll in two, four, or eight credits based on the number of hours of their internship.

    Join the Fleishman Center at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 3, or at 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 17, in University Union Room 133A, or over Zoom, to learn more: https://binghamton.zoom.us/j/99575210775

    Click the link below to learn more or RSVP.

    More Info

    Contact Michael Lorusso or visit https://binghamton.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1519400

  • Being a TEDxBinghamtonUniversity director opens the door for developing a large and supportive personal and professional network both on and off-campus. This role will be working closely with a team of students and a faculty advisor, as well as other on-campus offices, to bring our TEDx event to campus. This is an opportunity to learn about organizing large-scale events and develop skills in event planning, marketing, project management, community outreach, fundraising and more.

    Click the link below to apply for the position.

    More Info

    Contact Hunter Akins or visit https://forms.gle/uERbo1RmduFNTNUe9

  • Facilities Management is accepting applications for potential job openings in its Temporary Summer Employment program (which includes the Summer Student Employment Program). Students who have been enrolled in the 2024 Spring semester, or are currently enrolled in the 2024 Fall semester, may apply. Applications will be accepted through the Interview Exchange link only.

    If selected, employment will begin on Wednesday, May 15, and is anticipated to last through Friday, August 16. Possible work locations include; custodial, grounds, painting, various trades and clerical. Some trade positions are anticipated to last through November 2024. These are temporary positions with no guarantee of continued employment or re-employment. All applicants selected will be contacted via e-mail; due to an expected large volume of applicants, refrain from phone inquiries.

    More Info

    Contact PF Summer or visit https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=72B881FB7A49E235C604C2154F4FE81D?JOBID=173266

  • Construction

  • There will be an electrical shutdown affecting the Baseball Stadium complex from 5-10 a.m. Monday, April 1. Emergency power will be available for safety systems and minimal HVAC. The building cannot be occupied during the shutdown. The shutdown is needed to advance work on the Fieldhouse project.

    Contact project coordinator Michael Navarro with any questions, at mnavarro@binghamton.edu or 777-6574.

    More Info

    Contact Michael Navarro

  • General

  • Visit the Pharmacy Building on the Health Sciences Campus in Johnson City, NY from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, March 29.

    Want to learn more about pharmacy? Curious about the facilities and laboratories? Jump on an OCC chartered bus and join SOPPS current students, faculty and staff for a light lunch and tour of the Pharmacy Building. The bus will pick up and drop off attendees outside the Union.

    The trip is open to all majors; register at the link below.

    More Info

    Contact Christianna Friedrichsen or visit https://gograd.binghamton.edu/register/pharm-openhouse-03292024

  • For the month of March, the Libraries are hosting the traveling exhibit "Recognizing Women’s Right to Vote in New York State", provided by the South Central Regional Library Council (SCRLC).

    In the long fight for suffrage, women in New York had many motivations and tactics they used to achieve their goals. This exhibit explores several aspects of the New York state suffrage movement.

    The exhibit will travel to each library location based on the following schedule:
    - Friday, March 1-Friday, March 8: Bartle Library Lobby
    - Saturday, March 9-Friday, March 15: University Downtown Center Library
    - Saturday, March 16-Friday, March 22: Science Library
    - Saturday, March 23-Sunday, March 31: Bartle Library Lobby

    For more information on the exhibit, visit the Libraries' blog at the link below.

    More Info

    Contact Libraries Administration or visit https://libnews.binghamton.edu/news/2024/03/04/libraries-host-traveling-exhibit-recognizing-womens-right-to-vote-in-new-york-state/

  • Students can schedule up to two appointments per week with our friendly, trained peer Writing Center tutors. The Writing Center can help with assignments, personal statements, applications and more.

    Click the link below to make an appointment today.

    More Info

    Contact Wendy Stewart or visit https://binghamton.mywconline.com

  • Donor-funded scholarships for the upcoming 2024-25 academic year are now available. Enrolled students may search for available opportunities and apply for scholarships at the link below — such as the George Floyd Scholarship for Social Change.

    The deadline to apply to any of the listed scholarships is Tuesday, April 30.

    Contact donorrel@binghamton.edu with any questions or concerns.

    More Info

    Contact Jenniffer Efthymious or visit https://binghamton.academicworks.com

  • In observance of Easter, OCCT will be running reduced service on Monday, April 1.

    Refer to the Sunday schedules for each route, located at the link below. ITC service will be offered every half hour; a master schedule PDF with ITC and Sunday route timings will be posted before the weekend. Regular service will resume on Tuesday, April 2.

    More Info

    Contact Arjun Sahansra or visit https://occtransport.org/pages/routeschedule.html

  • The Binghamton Bookstore is currently running an additional 50% off all clearance clothing at the bookstore. That's an extra 50% off the lowest marked price, and new items were just added.

    Visit the Bookstore today for the sale.

    More Info

    Contact Binghamton Bookstore or visit https://binghamton.bncollege.com/

  • To order a cap and gown, click the link below and follow these steps. The layout of the website is similar to ordering textbooks:

    1. For Term, choose "Commencement 2024"
    2. For Department, choose your degree
    3. For Course number and section choose "101" and "01"

    The bundle option includes everything required to walk at graduation. Extra items are listed if only single items are needed or if extra items are wanted. Once your order is placed you will receive an email from the Bookstore asking for size/degree information.

    Pre-order Class of 2024 tees at: https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/binghamton/

    Students can order a diploma frame at: https://binghamton.bncollege.com/Categories/Gifts--Accessories/Graduation/Diploma-Frames/c/ac-gifts-all-diploma-frames

    If you would like to capture the moment you walk across the stage, you can order a "stageclip" at: https://colleges.herffjones.com/college/binghamton/

    More Info

    Contact Binghamton Bookstore or visit https://binghamton.bncollege.com/course-material/course-finder

  • Join campus groups and community partners for "STEM Fair: Eclipse Extravaganza" from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 6, at Center Court in the Oakdale Commons, Johnson City.

    There will be opportunities to learn about the April 8 eclipse (and pick up eclipse glasses), as well as a variety of other family-friendly STEM-oriented activities, including a demonstration of 3D printing. Participating groups will include the Physics Outreach Project, the Roberson Museum, TechWorks and the Kopernik Observatory and Science Center. The event is organized by the Center for Civic Engagement, the President’s Office and the Division of Research.

    More Info

    Contact Rachel Coker

  • The Third Annual Men of Color Summit will be hosted at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 6, in the Innovative Technologies Complex.

    This all-day conference is open to all students, faculty and staff, and will unite men across many sectors to enhance students' collegiate and professional experiences.

    The Summit provides opportunities to learn from and engage with professional leaders in the community, to provide networking opportunities for participants to learn from each other by participating in workshops and small group discussions and to help participants gain a greater sense of self.

    Register at the link below.

    More Info

    Contact Richie Sebuharara or visit https://bengaged.binghamton.edu/dos/rsvp_boot?id=2258817

  • In observance of Ramadan, Binghamton University Dining Services will be providing a Build-your-own Sahoor station located near the pizza area at C4 Dining Hall. Students will have the opportunity to create a meal kit, choosing from a variety of Halal cold food items. Students will have the flexibility of creating a meal kit during the Dining Hall and NOWL service hours.

    More Info

    Contact Lori Benson

  • Do you know a student whose kindness makes a lasting impression? Recognize that student by nominating them for the Strelzyn-Witt A-OK Acts of Kindness Scholarship. Selection will be based on an essay and at least one supporting statement describing the student’s act of kindness and the positive impact on the community.

    Further details about the scholarship, including the necessary criteria, can be found by going to the link below.

    More Info

    Contact Cindy Cowden or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/dean-of-students/dos-info/aok.html

  • Enjoy free two-hour rides around campus to get you where you’re going faster — Transportation and Parking Services has partnered with Koloni to bring a bikeshare program to campus. There are 30 Binghamton University bikes located in four locations on the main campus.

    Bikes can go to any destination but need to be returned to one of the four bike hubs when the ride is complete. Bikes left outside of a hub area will be charged a $20 fee. Lecture Hall, C4, upper East gym and Hinman bike racks are the four bike hubs on campus. At the end of your ride, lock the bike at the hub and scan the QR code to end your rental.

    New to bikeshare? Download the free Koloni app to join and reserve. Once you've reserved a ride, the app will provide instructions on how to unlock a bike. Bikes may be reserved at no charge by students, faculty and staff for two hours a day. It will cost $5 an hour after the two hours. When you download the app, credit card information is required. No charge will be made for renting the bike until after the free two-hour time period.

    More Info

    Contact Transportation and Parking Services or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/services/transportation-and-parking/alternative-transportation/bike-share/index.html

  • The Speaking Center is officially open for the semester and ready to meet with students. Our mission is to help students with their public speaking, presentation preparation, delivery and professional skills.

    Our trained peer consultants provide personalized feedback following your individual or group presentation. You can have a personal or class presentation ready — or we have impromptu exercises to help improve your skills. Visit our webpage at the link below to schedule an appointment.

    More Info

    Contact Leticia Fabene or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/success/speaking-center/index.html

  • Graduate academic writing consultants are here to help improve the overall writing skills of graduate students (MA, MS or PhD's at any point in their program). These consultants can assist you with coursework-specific papers, prospectus, thesis or dissertation chapters, conference presentations and other academic writing tasks. The earlier in the writing process students reach out, the more helpful we can be.

    Graduate academic coding and statistical consultants are here to help Binghamton graduate students with academic computational or statistical projects. We can help with tasks like learning a new programming language, finding appropriate computational tools, study design, sample size determination, data analysis and appropriate tests, interpretation of results, help with statistical computing programs, learning data cleaning and management, learning to collect social media data or starting with sentiment analysis.

    Click the link below or email gdwrite@binghamton.edu to contact our team.

    More Info

    Contact Sara Stowell or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/grad-school/academic-support/graduate-academic-consultants/index.html

  • Explore a range of activities, events, and resources aimed at helping students relax and de-stress while preparing for finals. Don't miss the opportunity to unwind, socialize and enjoy the end of the semester.

    Learn more about Stress-free Bing and view a calendar of events online at the link below. Use the hashtag #StressFreeBing to post about and share your events.

    More Info

    Contact Peter Nardone or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/dean-of-students/programs-services/stressfreebing.html

  • Lithium-ion batteries are found in many consumer e-transportation devices due to their small size, power output and versatility. Binghamton University is heavily invested in researching emerging energy storage technology related to Li-ion batteries. While our researchers are busy creating future energy solutions, consumer-grade lithium batteries are plentiful and present hazards that must be managed for the safety of all campus community members.

    All e-transportation devices powered by a lithium-ion battery such as e-bikes, e-scooters and e-hoverboards brought to, stored or charged on campus must be registered. There is no fee to do so, and the process is simple. Note that you will need to provide photos of each device and battery. You can access the registration form via phone or computer at the link below. This registration does not apply to battery-operated devices such as — but not limited to — laptops, desktop computers, iPads, tablets, cell phones, ADA Mobility Devices, etc.

    Binghamton University has established several safety guidelines for e-transportation users. To learn more about the policy, go to: https://www.binghamton.edu/operations/policies/policy-422.html

    Contact Environmental Health and Safety at ehs@binghamton.edu with any questions.

    More Info

    Contact Environmental Health and Safety or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/environmental-health-safety/fire-prevention/battery-fire-safety.html

  • Health and Wellness

  • Make new connections by joining a student organization. There are more than 250 groups on B-Engaged. — there are many opportunities to discover new interests or pursue current passions. It is also a great way to meet new people and become more involved in our campus community.

    Click the link below to learn more about B-Healthy!

    More Info

    Contact Healthy Campus Initiative or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/bhealthy/index.html

  • S.E.E.K (Support, Empathy, Empowerment, Kindness) — Binghamton's student-run helpline — has opened its lines for the semester. Our squad of call handlers are all fellow students — we get what you're going through. From grief to relationships and everything in between, we've got your back.

    Call the helpline any evening when the dorms are open, between 7-10 p.m., at 607-777-HELP (4357).

    More Info

    Contact SEEK SA

  • NCAA Division I Athletics

  • Join Binghamton University Athletics this weekend, at the Bearcats Sports Complex, as our Softball team takes on the University of Maryland Baltimore County. Three events will take place:

    - At 4 p.m. Friday, March 29, where the Softball team will host “Hot Chocolate Night” — the first 100 fans will get a free hot chocolate.

    - At noon, on Saturday, March 30, and,

    -at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 30.

    More Info

    Contact Liz Flynn or visit https://bubearcats.com

  • Join Binghamton University Athletics at noon on Saturday, March 30, at the Bearcats Sports Complex, as our Men’s Lacrosse team takes on the University of Massachusetts Lowell.

    More Info

    Contact Liz Flynn or visit https://bubearcats.com

  • Join Binghamton University Athletics Wednesday, April 3, at the Bearcats Sports Complex, as our Softball team takes on the University of Massachusetts in a Double Header. Two events will take place, the first at 4 p.m. and the second at 6 p.m.

    The second will be the Professional Staff Senate game. Click the link below for more events.

    More Info

    Contact Liz Flynn or visit https://bubearcats.com

  • Research

  • The Undergraduate Research Award is a competitive award designed to support the expenses for students' independent research or creative work. To qualify, your project must be supervised by a Binghamton University faculty member. Additionally, you must be enrolled in independent study, capstone, or honors thesis or a similar research or creative activity course during the semester you apply. The project can extend beyond the initial semester. Funding is competitive and award amounts vary. The maximum award is $1,000, and we anticipate 5-10 awardees each grant cycle (fall and spring). Undergraduates from all Binghamton University schools and colleges are eligible. Faculty may endorse only one student per semester.

    Students are expected to present the results of their creative activity or research at the annual Research Days poster session in April. If you are not able to attend the poster session for any reason, a project report or assessment is required after you complete your project.

    The spring deadline to apply is March 31. Click the link below to learn more.

    More Info

    Contact Stephen Ortiz or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/student-research-and-scholarship/fund/ug-research-award.html

  • Are you interested in getting involved in research and maybe even doing research this summer at Binghamton? If so, the First-year Research Immersion (FRI) program has summer research opportunities that might be right for you.

    The FRI summer programs provide science and engineering students with a one-of-a-kind research experience. Working alongside faculty and fellow students on cutting-edge research projects, you'll tackle weighty world issues, build powerful relationships and set a course for college and career success. This year the FRI program will be running its signature summer program, the Summer Research Immersion (SRI) program, along with a brand new, online hybrid Research Methods course.

    SRI will be running research in our Clean Energy (chemistry and physics) stream. Participants will spend the summer conducting research on clean energy technologies and gain valuable experience and knowledge. SRI will run for ten weeks (Summer Sessions I and III, May 28-Aug. 2), and consist of two courses (Research Stream I CHEM 211 and II courses CHEM 311/PHYS 335, 8 credits total). Opportunities after this program include continued research in faculty laboratories, industry internships and national fellowships. The SRI program is a competitive, application-based program and will accept between 10-16 students for the summer.

    Our FRI Research Methods course (HARP 170) is a two-credit course that covers research as a process: how science works, how we figure out the next steps, how we reduce the inevitable risks and pitfalls and how we make discoveries that add to world knowledge and innovations. Class time primarily involves students applying the concepts of the research process including data collection, data management, initial analyses and presentation. This course will be offered in an online, hybrid model (synchronous and asynchronous) during Summer Session I and Summer Session II. Students successfully completing this course will receive an “O” general education requirement and will be considered for available spots in the FRI program during the Spring 2025 semester in one of our 11 research streams. Placement into FRI is not guaranteed but the goal is to provide the foundational skills required to be successful not just in FRI but in research labs across campus and beyond. There is no application required for this course; interested students need only register for the summer HARP 170 course.

    More detailed information about our programs can be found on our website, including a video explanation for these courses and the process of applying or registering, at the link below.

    Applications for SRI will open on Monday, Jan. 15, and will operate on rolling admissions with initial application review beginning March 8. The application deadline for SRI is March 31.

    More Info

    Contact Caitlin Light or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/first-year-research-immersion/sri/index.html

  • The CAST Lab want to learn more about how different types of minority stress (e.g., prejudice, discrimination, unsupportive family and friends) affect us and our romantic relationships. We are looking for lesbian, gay, bisexual or otherwise non-heterosexual (LGBQ+) couples in a committed relationship for six months or longer to participate in a study conducted by researchers at Binghamton University.

    We are interested in couples who experience a broad range of everyday stress, including people who have experienced highly stressful events. Individuals will be compensated for participation, and you can participate in the comfort of your home. This survey study takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.

    You will be compensated with a $10 Amazon gift card.

    To be eligible, you must:
    - Have been in a committed relationship for six months or longer
    - Both you and your partner are over 18 years of age
    - Both you and your partner speak and read English fluently
    - Both you and your partner identify as either lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer or otherwise non-heterosexual
    - Both you and your partner are interested and willing to complete study procedures
    - Have access to the internet

    For more information and to determine your eligibility, call 607-232-2791 and ask for the LGBQ Couples Study. We will conduct a very brief screener over the phone, and if you are eligible to participate, you will be emailed the survey link.

    You can also learn more about the study online on the Couple Adjustment to Stress and Trauma website or at the link below.

    This study is being conducted by Melissa Gates, of the Psychology Department. For information about your rights as a research participant, you may contact the Human Subjects Research Review office at 607-777-3818. For more information or to determine eligibility/scheduling, call 607-777-5438 or email binghamtoncastlab@gmail.com.

    More Info

    Contact Melissa Gates or visit https://sites.google.com/binghamton.edu/castlab/participate?authuser=0

  • Speakers and Lectures

  • Join CMENAS (Center for Middle East and Africa Studies) and LACAS (Latin American and Caribbean Area Studies) for the Book launch of "Stranger in the Desert: A Family History" by Jordan Salama, from 4:30-6:15 p.m. Thursday, April 4, in FA 258.

    One Thanksgiving afternoon at his grandparents’ house, Jordan Salama discovers a large binder stuffed with yellowing papers and old photographs—a five-hundred-year wandering history of his Arab-Jewish family, from Moorish Spain to Ottoman Syria to Argentina and beyond.

    One story in particular captures his attention: that of his great-grandfather, a Syrian-born, Arabic-speaking Jewish immigrant to Argentina who in the 1920s worked as a traveling salesman in the Andes—and may have left behind forgotten descendants along the way. Encouraged by his grandfather, Jordan goes in search of these “Lost Salamas,” traveling more than a thousand miles up the spine of South America’s greatest mountain range.

    Combining travelog, history, memoir and reportage, Stranger in the Desert transports readers from the lonely plains of Patagonia to the breathtaking altiplano of the high Andes; from the old Jewish quarter of Damascus to today’s vibrant neighborhoods of Buenos Aires. It is also a fervent journey of self-discovery as Salama grapples with his own Jewish, Arab and Latin American identities, interrogating the stories families tell themselves, and to what end.

    More Info

    Contact Marco Ali Spadaccini

  • Student Activities

  • Undergraduate Admissions is looking for student clubs and organizations to table or perform at our Admitted Students Days on April 14 and April 28. These events attract over 4,000 prospective students and are great ways to engage with potential Future Bearcats.

    Not only will you have the chance to promote your club to admitted students, but your club can also perform if you put together a fun set for their entertainment! The goal is to show prospective students and their families our vibrant and welcoming campus community.

    Interested in learning more? Fill out our interest form at the link below, and contact Angelica Svolos, at asvolos1@binghamton.edu, with any additional questions.

    More Info

    Contact Angelica Svolos or visit https://forms.gle/bnvCBCEsuBh6SKoz8

  • Every year, Undergraduate Admissions hosts Admitted Students' Days, where thousands of prospective students who have been accepted into Binghamton can visit campus and participate in a range of activities, like a campus tour, mock class, student panel, question and answer information sessions and more.

    Student leaders willing to volunteer as panelists and share their experiences with prospective students and families should reach out to Angelica Svolos, at asvolos1@binghamton.edu.

    Contact Angelica or complete the "Student Panelist Interest Form" at the link below to learn more.

    More Info

    Contact Angelica Svolos or visit https://forms.gle/mPZFfG29NJZW4KYm7

  • Training and Workshops

  • The Binghamton Biofilm Research Center will offer its third workshop for the Spring 2024 next month. It is a three-day hands-on “Working with Microorganisms” workshop that is scheduled to take place on Monday, April 8, Wednesday, April 10, and Friday, April 12. The workshop will include both online instruction and in-person, hands-on skill practice. Each day of the workshop will include a pre-recorded pre-lab lecture video and in-person sessions from 5-7 p.m. in the Center of Excellence (COE) room B401. All participants must watch the pre-lab lecture videos and attend the in-person sessions for all three days.

    The purpose of each workshop is to train Binghamton University students, staff and faculty in basic microbiology techniques. Attendees who successfully complete the training and attend all three online and in-person sessions will be certified by the Binghamton University Institutional Biosafety Committee to work in BSL-1 and BSL-2 labs.

    The workshop will focus on medium preparation and autoclaving, aseptic technique in the handling of microorganisms, determining the overall number and purity of bacteria in a sample, stock culture preparation and gram staining. No prior microbiology knowledge is required for this workshop. During the hands-on portion of the workshop, you may choose whether to wear a face mask. PPE including lab coats, masks and gloves will be supplied to all participants and shared equipment will be sanitized before and after each use. Seats are limited for each workshop.

    To register for the workshop complete the Google form below. Registration for the workshop closes Friday, April 5.
    If you have any questions regarding the workshop, contact Victoria Oladosu ( volados1@binghamton.edu).

    More Info

    Contact Victoria Oladosu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAOHwM_YQI8euSWuEi0w91A1cfZjXhiBrIUjEnLIZMEKdS2w/viewform

  • The aquatics staff at the East Gym, Rec Center pool will be offering an American Red Cross lifeguard certification course from April 5-7 or April 12-14. Upon successful completion of this 3-day course, participants will have strengthened their swimming and earned a lifeguarding certificate, opening the door to future positions in lifeguarding. Participants must be 15 years of age and pass a 300-yard swim test before class.

    Learn more and register at the link below.

    More Info

    Contact Jane Kallmerten or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/campus-recreation/certifications.html#Lifeguard

  • Volunteer

  • The Student Ambassador Program in Undergraduate Admissions is seeking volunteers from 5-7 p.m. every Thursday in the Admissions Building to phone bank call admitted students to congratulate them on their acceptance to the university, answer any questions they have and remind them to pay their deposit. The program will provide a call script and an office to call in. Fill out the form if you are interested in making an impact on the next generation of students together.

    More Info

    Contact Student Ambassador Program or visit https://forms.gle/ZMce8Ewkq4VWsNqt5

  • Researchers from the University of Rhode Island and Binghamton University are studying what college women think about campus health services. The study will involve an online chat discussion group with questions about mental health, alcohol, intimate partner violence, sexual violence and gender-affirming care screenings. Online chat discussion groups will last about 90 minutes. You will receive a $50 Amazon gift card for participating. We are not interested in your personal experiences at student/campus health.

    To participate you must be: a) a college student; b) 18 – 25 years of age; and c) identify as female.

    If interested in learning more, call 401-874-5337, email collegehealthstudy@uri.edu, or click this Qualtrics link below, and a researcher will contact you to discuss the study in more detail.

    More Info

    Contact Bing Si or visit https://uri.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_38z1lgSfWbsbqwC

  • Admitted Student Days are where prospective students who have gotten accepted into Binghamton and their families can come to visit campus and participate in a range of activities, like a campus tour, mini classes, student panels, Q&A, info sessions and more. The dates are April 14-28. There will be 3000+ people each day in attendance on campus and they'll have a range of activities to spend with their groups for the day.

    We have a variety of ways to get involved, such as greeting guests as they arrive, checking in guests as they embark on their days, guiding guests throughout campus as they attend to their activities and answering questions/offering support as they approach you at designated tents around campus.

    Click the link below to sign up.

    More Info

    Contact Angelica Svolos or visit https://forms.gle/ePKhB8gpaqFQztbTA