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  • NYSHIP 2025 Option Transfer Period and insurance rates

    The 2025 NYSHIP Option Transfer Period, including the Pre-Tax Contribution Program, will run until Dec. 31, 2024. You don't need to do anything if you are not changing your health plan or NYSHIP tax election for 2025. If you are enrolled in the NYSHIP Opt-Out Program for 2024, the benefit will automatically continue in 2025.

    Option Transfer is also the one time during the year you may cancel your health insurance coverage or change from family to individual coverage without a qualifying event.

    Note this is not an "open enrollment" period. Employees who would like to make changes to their health coverage or tax election for 2025 must submit a completed PS404 Health Insurance Transaction Form to Human Resources in AD 242 no later than Dec. 31, 2024. NYSHIP enrollees will soon receive Option Transfer information by mail, which they are encouraged to review.

    Click the link below for the 2025 Biweekly NYSHIP rates, which will begin with the paycheck dated Dec. 31, 2024 (as Jan. 1 is a holiday).

    For More Information:

    Contact Luanne Stento or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/benefits/2025_rates_faculty_staff.pdf

  • SUNY Voluntary Savings Plan 2025 Contribution Limits

    The SUNY Voluntary Savings Plans (VSP) provide employees with a convenient way to save money for retirement via payroll deduction. Employees have the opportunity to concurrently enroll in both the 403(b) Plan AND the 457 Plan.

    The IRS has announced a new contribution limit category for those who will be aged 60-63 as of Dec. 31, 2025.

    Refer to the 2025 VSP Memo via the link below for plan information, how to enroll or how to change your existing biweekly contribution, and contact information if you wish to arrange a free retirement planning consultation appointment with any of the VSP vendors.

    For More Information:

    Contact Luanne Stento or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/benefits/retirement/vsp_memo_2025.pdf

  • Campus mourns Gerald Kutcher, emeritus professor of history

    Gerald "Jerry" Kutcher, 82, emeritus professor of history, died unexpectedly on Dec. 8, 2024.

    Kutcher earned a doctorate in physics from the City University of New York in 1972 and went on to pursue a career in medical physics, during which time he held research and administrative positions at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York (1989-98), the Department of Oncology in the University of Ziekenhaus, Leuven, Belgium (1998-2001), and the Department of Radiation Oncology at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York (2001-4).

    In May 2002, he earned another doctorate in history and philosophy of science from the University of Cambridge and embarked on a teaching and research career in the history of medicine, which brought him to the Department of History at Binghamton University, where he worked for 16 years. He was also an affiliate scholar in the Department of the History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Cambridge (2015-20).

    Kutcher was a Guggenheim Fellow (2011-12), and published extensively in both medical physics and the history of science, including his monograph, "Contested Medicine: Cancer Research and the Military" (Chicago, 2009).

    He is survived by his spouse, Marilynn Desmond, a distinguished professor of English and medieval studies at Binghamton University.

    A memorial service in Binghamton is planned in the New Year and will be announced; online condolences may be posted at the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Marilynn R Desmond or visit https://www.reddenfuneralhome.net/runtime.php?SiteId=245&NavigatorId=38280

  • Call for Binghamton University experts

    The Office of Media and Public Relations helps to promote Binghamton faculty and their expertise around the world. The Office has access to a great new service called Qwoted that helps connect faculty with journalists looking for expert commentary on their stories.

    Using this service, many Binghamton faculty have landed quotes in high-profile publications like The New York Times, Forbes, GQ, Real Simple and more. To take part in this opportunity and have a chance to get your expertise out there in major news outlets, fill out the survey at the link below.

    Check out the Binghamton Newsroom here: https://binghamton-edu.qwoted.com/companies/binghamton-university-state-university-of-new-york

    For More Information:

    Contact Ryan Yarosh or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSce176jDIKH5UL7AH4vsNGj6Y_14CvG8iFlsL3XwGePf65qoA/viewform

  • Personal packages sent to campus

    Support Services provided by Central Receiving are for delivery and pickup of packages related only to University business. Official University packages shall be defined as those required for the purpose of the University and are limited to items necessary for the conduct of the sender’s official University responsibilities. Since all packages are sorted and delivered through Central Receiving, shipping and receiving personal items to the University is not permitted as state resources cannot be used for personal matters. Additionally, the University cannot assume the liability for receipt of personal deliveries.

    Here are some alternatives to having deliveries sent to your office:
    - Make arrangements with family or friends to receive your package while you are at work.

    - Make alternate arrangements to receive your packages:
    * Customize your delivery with FedEx to other convenient locations that have “Hold at Location” service.
    * Manage your package deliveries through the U.S. Postal Service with its “Informed Delivery” service and request re-delivery of mail you missed receiving.
    * Change your UPS package delivery location both before and after an initial delivery attempt.

    For More Information:

    Contact Dateline

  • Campus mourns Gerald Kadish, former distinguished teaching professor of history

    Gerald "Gerry" Kadish, 92, former distinguished teaching professor of history, died Dec. 8.

    Following a two-year sojourn in Germany with the U.S. Army, Kadish attended Hunter College and then earned his doctorate at the Oriental Institute at the University of Chicago.

    Kadish began working for the History Department at Binghamton University in July 1963 and advanced through the ranks of assistant professor, associate and professor before earning the title of distinguished in 2007. His career spanned 50 years at Binghamton University, beginning when the University was still Harpur College. He taught all of the ancient histories — Greek, Roman and ancient Near East — but his main love was ancient Egypt, where he researched and traveled frequently. He retired in July 2013 at age 80.

    It was Kadish's wish that there be no funeral; his ashes will go to Heart Lake in Quebec, a place that he loved. Memorial contributions may be made to Mercy House in Endicott, N.Y., the hospice where he spent his last days, or to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent in the care of Hopler and Eschbach, 483 Chenango, Binghamton, N.Y. 13901.

    For More Information:

    Contact Dateline or visit https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/gerald-kadish-obituary?id=56990458

  • NY State Ethics Commission (COELIG) 2024 Ethics training requirement

    To all employees who received an email from the NY State Ethics Commission (COELIG) regarding the 2024 Ethics training requirement, note that the campus is integrating an Ethics module into the B-Comply program, which will launch on Thursday, Dec. 26. Completing this module will satisfy the mandatory training requirement.

    Alternatively, weekly campus Ethics training sessions are available, conducted via Zoom. If this option is preferred, register for a campus session at the link provided below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Victoria Metritikas or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZ2TRqHPq8XQTNHu-_CvjiFrzEWcBRdcFGSi7C2SyFohTiqw/viewform

  • Cody Kreps honored with STAR Award

    Cody Kreps, academic program specialist in the Harpur College of Arts and Sciences, received the STAR Award earlier this week. The award, given monthly, recognizes outstanding service by faculty and staff members within the Binghamton University community. Colleagues Kathy Brunt, Tina Chronopoulos, Dave Clark, Erin Cody, Hans Gindlesberger, Paul Gorelik and Shannon Monell nominated Kreps, praising his meticulous work and fresh perspective on the job. Cody wrote that Kreps is quick to take on new challenges.

    “A lot of the work that Cody does is so behind the scenes and administrative that he could be overlooked for praise in his role,” she added. “I cannot say enough just how much he shines as a star for his colleagues in Harpur and for our students. Not everyone may know, but he is part of what keeps us premier every day.”

    Kreps received a letter from President Stenger, a check for $100, a special coffee mug and a STAR pin.

    For more information about the award or to submit a nomination for a co-worker, visit the link below.

    For More Information:

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

  • Faculty: Submit Spring 2025 specialized software requests for public computing facilities

    Information Technology Services asks faculty to submit any specialized software requests for the public computing facilities for the Spring semester by Jan. 3, 2025. As individuals do not have the permissions to download and install software on public computers, submitting a request allows faculty to influence the selection of software available to students. Fill out the Computer Lab Software request form at the link below to request installation. Requesting software early helps to ensure it is available for students when they need it.

    Contact the ITS Help Desk with questions, at 607-777-6420.

    For More Information:

    Contact Help Desk or visit https://binghamton.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/45/Portal/Requests/TicketRequests/NewForm?ID=LjKOeRHVyMY_&RequestorType=ServiceOffering

  • Operation Cleanup Jan. 6-10, service requests due Jan. 3

    Facilities Management's annual Operation Cleanup connects the department with the campus community to make a special effort to assist in the disposal of unwanted/obsolete equipment, files or other items.

    Operation Cleanup will take place Jan. 6-10. Service requests are due Friday, Jan. 3. Facilities Management will support this effort with extra dumpsters, recycling receptacles or confidential shred bins. Before submitting a service request, review the procedures on the Operation Cleanup webpage.

    For More Information:

    Contact Facilities Operations Center or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/facilities-management/operationcleanup.html

  • Parking on campus during snowfall

    TAPS reminds the campus community 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 “R” lots available for parking. See the parking map for 24-hour “R” lot locations.

    For More Information:

    Contact TAPS or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/maps/pdfs/campus_map.pdf

  • Send inclement weather delays or cancellations to Dateline

    In the event of inclement weather, events may be delayed or canceled, and buildings on campus may be closed. This information should be available to students, faculty and staff, and can often be included on the B-ALERT page.

    If a building your department or division manages closes because of inclement weather, or you expect changes to events that have previously appeared in Dateline or B-Line, send a message to Dateline at dateline@binghamton.edu as soon as possible to ensure a timely update to the campus community.

    For More Information:

    Contact Dateline

  • Nominations sought for the Provost’s Award for Faculty Excellence in Undergraduate Research Mentoring

    Nominations are being sought for the Provost’s Award for Faculty Excellence in Undergraduate Research Mentoring. This award honors a Binghamton University faculty member who has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment as a mentor of undergraduate students in research, scholarship or creative activities outside of normal course assignments.

    Nominations will be made by program chairs and undergraduate directors. Nominators should indicate their intention to nominate a faculty colleague with a notice to Allie Dugan by Friday, Jan. 31, 2025; final nomination packets are due by Tuesday, March 4, 2025. All materials should be submitted electronically to Allie Dugan, at pdugan@binghamton.edu, in Enrollment Management.

    For more information go online to the link below. Contact Don Loewen with questions at (607) 777-2142 or via djloewen@binghamton.edu with questions.

    For More Information:

    Contact P. Allie Dugan or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/academics/provost/excellence-awards/research-ex-award.html

Arts and Entertainment

  • Art Exhibition Competition — now open for submissions

    The Kaschak Institute for Social Justice for Women and Girls, the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and SUNY Broome are launching an art competition in honor of International Women's Day. Participants are invited to celebrate and highlight the essence of heroines — the women and individuals who inspire with their courage, strength and impactful contributions to society. Through your art, you are encouraged to interpret the idea of a 'heroine — a rainbow in someone's cloud' in ways that resonate with you.

    The contest is open to all students, faculty and staff at Binghamton University and SUNY Broome. Winners will receive $250 in each of five categories: Visual Art, Writing, Performing Arts, Cinema and Graphic Design.

    The deadline for the contest is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14. For guidelines and how to apply, visit the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Shelly Ross or visit https://forms.gle/5jCoJmsrC4WScwJcA

Career Development

Construction

  • Site work East Gym bridge renovation

    Site work for the construction of a bridge for the East Gym renovation project will begin Friday, Nov. 15. The bridge is being put in place so that materials can be delivered to the project site without disrupting campus. Site work will include the installation of a silt fence along Fuller Hollow Creek, tree removal, placement of equipment and excavation. The bridge will be located adjacent to the pedestrian bridge which will remain open throughout the project.

    Contact Gregg Konnick, project coordinator, with any questions, at gkonnick@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Gregg Konnick

  • Hinman volleyball court renovation

    A contractor will begin renovation of the Hinman Community volleyball court on Friday, Nov. 15. Temporary fencing will be installed around the perimeter of the work area. Pedestrian routes may be temporarily affected for short periods during the project to accommodate material deliveries. The project will take approximately a month to complete.

    Contact Nick Corcoran, project coordinator, with any questions at, corcoran@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Nick Corcoran

  • Book moves from Science Library to Bartle: Oct. 7-Jan. 1

    As the Library third floor renovation project nears completion, more than 400,000 books will be moved from the Science Library back to Bartle's third floor from Oct. 7 through Jan. 1. One loading dock space adjacent to the dumpsters at Bartle and the Science Library loading dock will be closed for exclusive use for the book movers from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. during this period.

    Contact project coordinator Renee Andrews with any questions, at randrews@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Renee Andrews

  • Upcoming Library/Tech Hub elevator renovations

    Two elevator renovation projects will kick off in the next two weeks. In the Library, work will begin on Monday, Sept. 30, on elevator #26, located off the Library loading dock. Work in the first month will involve asbestos abatement. Containment areas will be set up on each floor served by the elevator. There will be pedestrian detours on the ground floor only to get around the containment area. Signs will be posted to guide pedestrians. Work on this elevator is expected to be complete in mid-February.

    Work on elevator #32 in the Tech Hub will begin Tuesday, Oct. 1. This elevator is located near the loading dock. No abatement is involved in this renovation. Work will be completed in mid to late February.

    Contact project coordinator Gregg Konnick with any questions, at gkonnick@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Gregg Konnick

  • Lot E1 closure

    Parking lot E1 will be closed Monday, Nov. 4, in advance of activity associated with the East Gym addition project. The lot will remain closed for the duration of the project, which is anticipated to take 15 to 18 months. The contractor will be using the lot to support construction activities. Additional parking is available in lot G1 adjacent to the Welcome Center. Signage is in place to indicate the upcoming closure.

    Contact Gregg Konnick, project coordinator, at gkonnick@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Gregg Konnick

  • East Gym Addition construction activity

    Preliminary construction activity for the East Gym Addition project will begin Monday, Nov. 4. The contractor will be fencing the site and conducting surveying work. A construction trailer to support operations will be delivered to the staging area on lot E1 before 7 a.m. A section of the walkway on the north side of the East Gym, from the track to the recreation tennis courts, will be closed with signage in place indicating pedestrian detours. The track and courts will remain accessible. As previously announced, parking in lot E1 will be closed beginning Nov. 4. Alternate parking is available in lot G1 or elsewhere on campus. The project is expected to take 18 months to complete.

    Contact project coordinator Gregg Konnick with any questions, at gkonnick@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Gregg Konnick

General

  • Facilities Management reduced services: Dec. 25-Jan. 1

    Facilities Management will attempt to create utility savings between Dec. 25-Jan. 1. Employees working in academic or administrative buildings could experience reduced temperatures and should dress accordingly.

    Staff who intend to work over the break and do not have a key or card access to unlock their building should either work with their building administrator for access or go to University Police for assistance in accessing the building.

    All research labs, including the Biotechnology Building, Engineering and Science Building, Center of Excellence, Smart Energy, Science 2, Science 3, Science 4, Science 5 and the School of Pharmacy will maintain normal temperatures.

    Regular custodial services will end at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24. Be sure to dispose of food waste in corridor or restroom trash cans before then. Regular services will resume Thursday, Jan. 2.

    The Facilities Operations Center walkup window (including key pickup/return) will be closed Dec. 24-27 and Jan. 1, but will be open from 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Dec. 30-31. Routine, non-urgent requests should be submitted via online Maximo Service Request, and emergency requests should be called into (607) 777-2226 (24/7/365).

    The FM Warehouse/Central Receiving will be closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1, including receiving and small package delivery.

    Campus Mail Services will start winter hours on Dec. 16 through Jan. 17. During this period, hours will be 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday through Friday, with window hours from noon to 2:50 p.m. Campus Mail Services will close at 11 a.m. on Dec. 24 and will be closed on Dec. 25. Hours from Dec. 26 - Dec. 31 will be 7-11 a.m. with no mail runs or window hours. Departments may come to Campus Mail and pick up their mail from 8:30-10:45 a.m.


    Be sure that all windows in your area are closed before leaving for the break. Also, make sure to unplug appliances. "Phantom" loads, or the power consumed by any device while it is switched off, occur in most appliances that use electricity, such as VCRs, televisions, stereos, computers and kitchen appliances. In the average home, 75% of the electricity used to power electronics is consumed while the products are turned off. This can be avoided by unplugging the appliance or using a power strip and using the switch on the power strip to cut all power to the appliance. Remember to unplug all unnecessary appliances before you leave for winter break.

    For More Information:

    Contact Facilities Operations Center or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/facilities-management/about/holiday-break-dervices.html

  • Faculty representatives to the Presidential search committee have been selected

    Thank you to everyone who participated in the process of selecting faculty to serve on the presidential search committee, including the nominees, the faculty supporters in the nomination process, all voters and staff support.

    Join in appreciation of colleagues representing faculty on the Presidential search committee (in alphabetical order):

    - Paul Chiarot, Watson College, Mechanical Engineering
    - Tina Chronopoulus, Harpur College, Middle Eastern and Ancient Mediterranean Studies
    - Eric Cotts, Harpur College, Physics, Applied Physics and Astronomy
    - Komla Dzigbede, CCPA, Public Administration and Policy
    - Barry Jones, Harpur College, Economics
    - Debi Mishra, SOM, Marketing
    - Sue O'Brien, Decker College, Physical Therapy

    Thank you, faculty representatives!

    See the complete memo below for full information on the faculty representatives and the elected alternates.

    Aaron Beedle, Chair, Faculty Senate

    For More Information:

    Contact Aaron Beedle or visit https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PrTDaxkFrDLIL4e5zDyC4qquhrkPNWB_/view?usp=drive_link

  • Reusable bags for Food Pantry — donations needed

    The Food Pantry needs reusable shopping bags to fulfill weekly orders. If you have bags left over from an event, are looking to clean out a storage closet, or even have a personal collection of reusable bags that you would be willing to donate, let the Food Pantry know by emailing bpantry@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Food Pantry or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/services/pantry/index.html

  • EBSCOhost update will provide new features to library databases, changes to custom folders

    In early Jan. 2025, EBSCOhost, the platform for many of the Libraries’ subscription databases, will be updated with a new user interface.

    IMPORTANT: If you use custom folders, you must move or download saved items in your custom or shared folders to your "My Folder." Any items saved to custom or shared folders will not be migrated, as there is no custom folder option in the new interface. If you are a MyEBSCO folder user, your "My Folder" will transition to the new user interface.

    For more information on the update and instructions for transferring saved folders, visit the Libraries News story below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Libraries Administration or visit https://libnews.binghamton.edu/news/2024/11/12/ebscohost-update-will-provide-new-features-to-library-databases-changes-to-custom-folders/

  • Visions Federal Credit Union on-campus branch closed: Dec. 23–Jan. 1

    The Visions Federal Credit Union on-campus branch will be closed Monday, Dec. 23, through Wednesday, Jan. 1.

    All four ATMs on campus will be available for use. ATMs are located outside Dunkin', in the University Union next to the branch, inside the Bartle Library Tower near Jazzman’s and outside the Events Center. For online transactions, visit the Visions website at the link below.

    The on-campus branch will reopen for regular business hours Thursday, Jan. 2.

    For More Information:

    Contact Auxiliary Services or visit https://www.visionsfcu.org/

  • Fall semester OCCT and BC Transit service update

    OCCT will end service for the fall semester on Friday, Dec. 13. A full list of start times for the final trip of each route can be found on the OCCT website at the link below. The ITC/Campus shuttle will run a combined service from 8 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday during the semester break, except Dec. 24 through Jan. 1.

    BC Transit extra service on Route 15 and Route 16 has ended service for the semester break. BC Transit will continue to run all other routes as scheduled. For a full list of route information, visit the BC Transit website at: http://www.gobroomecounty.com/transit/routes

    For More Information:

    Contact TAPS or visit https://occtransport.org/pages/news.html

  • Finals week and semester break Food Pantry pick-up hours

    The Campus Food Pantry pick-up hours for finals week can be found below. Hours will be limited during the semester break and will be posted on the Food Pantry website at the link below. Spring semester hours for both pantries will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 21.

    - 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday, Dec. 9
    - 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 10
    - 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 11
    - 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 12
    - Closed Friday, Dec. 13, through Wednesday, Jan. 1

    For More Information:

    Contact Food Pantry or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/services/pantry/index.html

  • Nominate for the Woman of Achievement Award

    Each year, Binghamton University Women (BUW) recognizes excellence and leadership in our organization with a Woman of Achievement Award from the Broome County Status of Women Council.

    Nominees should be members in good standing with a record of leadership and service to the organization, their profession and the community. Perhaps your interest group leader has been going the extra mile? Or you’ve found a role model who is making a difference? Nominate them today!

    Nominations should describe the candidate’s achievements both inside and outside of BUW including service/volunteerism, professional credentials, hobbies/activities and anything else relevant you can think of.

    The selected nominee will be celebrated at a special luncheon on Saturday, March 8, at Traditions at the Glen. The luncheon includes an award ceremony highlighting the Women of Achievement from local organizations, nonprofits and members of the Status of Women Council.

    Send nominations, along with a color photo of the nominee, to Michelle Gardner, BUW president, at mgardner@binghamton.edu, no later than Monday, Jan. 6.

    For More Information:

    Contact Sharon ONeill

  • DEI Recruitment: Holiday break schedule

    The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and the recruitment search team will be out of the office starting Monday, Dec. 23, and will return on Thursday, Jan. 2. Note that all requests submitted after 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20, will be reviewed and addressed upon return.

    For More Information:

    Contact DEI

  • Information Booth and Welcome Center hours during semester break

    The Information Booth will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 23 through Sunday, Jan. 5. The Welcome Center will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 25 through Wednesday, Jan. 1. The Welcome Center will be open from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, and Friday, Jan. 3. Both will reopen with regular semester hours beginning Monday, Jan. 6.

    For More Information:

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

  • Lower LT parking lot closed Jan. 6-17

    The lower section of Lot LT will be closed for parking lot repairs from Monday, Jan. 6, through Friday, Jan. 17, to both vehicles and pedestrians. During this time, ADA-accessible parking spaces will be temporarily moved to the upper section of Lot LT.

    See the campus map below for additional parking options.

    For More Information:

    Contact Parking Services or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/maps/pdfs/campus_map.pdf

  • OFPC annual fire inspection coming soon

    The annual campus fire inspection by staff from the NYS Office of Fire Prevention and Control will begin in January. Inspectors will be accompanied by campus staff from Environmental Health and Safety, Facilities Management and/or Residential Life, as appropriate.

    A list of common fire violations can be found at the link below.

    Look around your area. If you identify any fire safety issues, place a work order for repair through Facilities Management, or contact Environmental Health and Safety at 7-2211 for additional assistance.

    For More Information:

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

  • Alternate side parking rules are in effect: Dec. 1-March 15

    The City of Binghamton's winter alternate side parking rules will go into effect from Dec. 1-March 15.

    - On even calendar days, park on the even side of the street until 5 p.m.

    - On odd calendar days, park on the odd side of the street until 5 p.m.

    - The change in parking occurs each day at 5 p.m. For example, since Monday, Dec. 2, is an even day, vehicles must be moved to the odd side of the street at 5 p.m. Residents should think, “Park for tomorrow.”

    - Rules are in effect 24 hours per day.

    - Alternate side parking rules apply to all City streets, including those with parking on only one side.

    - Streets with no parking on both sides of the street remain no parking zones on both sides. In these cases, alternate-side parking does not apply.

    - Rules do not apply for kiosk parking.

    Click the link below to learn more.

    For More Information:

    Contact Joseph Gallagher or visit https://www.binghamton-ny.gov/government/departments/police-department/alternate-side-parking

  • SADDI Grant applications now open

    The SADDI Grant was created to streamline funding through Binghamton University’s Road Map strategic plan. This process allows divisional offices to compete for funds that assist with student-focused programming that promotes social justice and/or celebrates diversity.

    Some guidelines for the program include:

    - Grant funding seeks to aid in retention initiatives for underrepresented minority students.
    - Due to limited funds, SADDI grants are not intended to sustain programming but instead are "seed" funds that help launch diversity initiatives.
    - Departments are encouraged to collaborate on projects and programs with each other.
    - Student organizations must partner or be sponsored by a department of mutual interest for eligibility.
    - Creative, innovative and technological ideas are welcomed!

    The SADDI Committee assists the divisional diversity officers (DDO) with grant decisions. Applicants should contact the DDOs for specific questions about the application process.

    For More Information:

    Contact Anne Saint-Juste or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/student-affairs/initiatives/saddi/grant/index.html

NCAA Division I Athletics

Recreation

  • December modified hours at East Gym, Rec Center

    The East Gym will close at 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, and remain closed for the weekend, Saturday, Dec. 14, and Sunday, Dec. 15. The following week (Dec. 16-20*), FitSpace will have open access to anyone with a valid BingU ID, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

    The building, including FitSpace, will be closed from Dec. 21-Jan. 5, and will reopen on Monday, Jan. 6. Check the Google calendar on play.binghamton.edu for updates.

    *Note: the women’s locker room will be unavailable this week for shower tiling upgrades.

    For More Information:

    Contact Holly Brown

Research

  • Call for entries: Art of Science Competition

    The Office of Research Advancement invites entries from Binghamton students, postdocs, faculty and staff members for the 2025 Art of Science competition. Images will be judged in two categories: "The World Around Us," for images in which the subject is visible to the naked eye; and "Visualizing the Unseen," for images captured with the use of optics that extend beyond what the eye can see, such as microscopes and telescopes. The top prize will be a pair of augmented reality glasses! Entries for 2025 should have been created no earlier than 2022. The submission deadline is Feb. 21, 2025. Visit the link below for more details and submit your images at:
    https://forms.gle/8nLAuJtZq3fCAgDJ7

    Questions? Contact Martha Terry, at mterry@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Martha Terry or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/research/division-offices/research-advancement/art-of-science/index.html

  • Seeking breast milk donors for paid study

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

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

    If interested or looking for more information, contact Allesandra Stratigakis, at astrati1@binghamton.edu. The primary investigator is Assistant Professor Tao Zhang, who can be reached at zhangt@binghamton.edu.

    For More Information:

    Contact Allesandra Stratigakis

  • Binghamton Faculty Focus: "Teaching Students to Avoid Crypto Scams and Meme Stocks"

    Dan McKeever is an assistant professor of finance at Binghamton University's School of Management. McKeever was an economist at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) following the 2008 Financial Crash. Having worked as a regulator, he provides his students with a grounded understanding of finance to help them avoid digital and crypto scams rife within the increasingly gamified financial markets.

    Click the link below to learn more!

    For More Information:

    Contact Greg Schuter or visit https://youtu.be/0LG4QjMpWlU

  • Info Session for the 2025 Summer Scholars and Artists Program (SSAP) — Save the date

    Do you know students likely to have a creative activity or research project, who would benefit from the time, money and mentorship to pursue it? Encourage students to attend our 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 4-4:45 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, in UU 108. Students can RSVP on B-Engaged at the link below.

    SSAP provides awardees with a $3,500 stipend and the option to receive free on-campus housing for eight weeks. Their mentors receive a $1,000 stipend. The deadline to apply is Sunday, Feb. 16.

    For More Information:

    Contact Beth Polzin or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2275691

  • FRI's Summer 2025 research opportunities

    The First-year Research Immersion program is excited to announce its summer research opportunities for 2025!

    This year, the FRI program will run the signature Summer Research Immersion (SRI) program along with the Fast-Track Research Immersion (FtRI) program.

    For Summer 2025, SRI will be running research in our Clean Energy (chemistry and physics) stream. Participants will spend the summer researching clean energy technologies and gain valuable experience and knowledge. SRI will run for ten weeks (Summer Sessions I and III, May 27-Aug. 1), and consist of two courses (Research Stream I CHEM 211 and II courses CHEM 311/PHYS 335, eight credits total).

    Additionally, FtRI will be running research in our Environmental Visualization research stream. Participants will spend summer session 1 conducting collaborative research in this discipline. FtRI will run for five weeks during Summer Session 1 (May 30 - June 30) and consist of one course (Research Stream I course, four credits). Following successful completion of FtRI, student researchers will be enrolled in the Fall 2025 FRI course (Research Stream II course, four credits) to complete the FRI program alongside current FRI students in the Environmental Visualization stream.

    Opportunities after these programs include continued research in faculty laboratories, industry internships and national fellowships. Both programs are competitive, application-based programs and will accept a limited number of students for the summer.

    More detailed information about our programs, including a video explanation for these courses and the process of applying or registering, can be found at: https://www.binghamton.edu/first-year-research-immersion/sri/index.html

    Applications will operate on a rolling admission with an initial application review beginning March 3. The application deadline for SRI is April 6.

    For More Information:

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

Speakers and Lectures

  • “Conversations Toward a Digital Humanities Research Center”: Jan. 31

    Join the Digital Humanities Laboratory Collaborative (DHLC) for an online speaker panel, titled “Conversations Toward a Digital Humanities Research Center” taking place from 3-4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31, with an in-person audience in Binghamton in the University Library’s new Digital Scholarship Center.

    The Zoom panel features three scholars: Amanda Wyatt Visconti, director of the Scholars’ Lab at the University of Virginia's Shannon Library; Matthew Kirschenbaum, department of English at the University of Maryland, College Park; and Nancy Um, associate director of the Getty Research Institute.

    The in-person audience will begin with introductory remarks, followed by a back-and-forth Q&A discussion between panelists, drawing from an initial set of prompts. Time permitting, the audience may also ask questions. After the conclusion of the virtual session, the Binghamton in-person audience will continue the conversation in smaller break-out groups.

    The panel is part of a year-long thematic series of events and workshops at Binghamton University, offered through the Digital Humanities Laboratory Collaborative (DHLC), ongoing through the spring 2025 semester. The DHLC is part of the 2024-25 Data Science Transdisciplinary Area of Excellence (TAE) Thematic Program, titled: "Transdisciplinary/Interdisciplinary Conversations Towards a Digital Humanities Laboratory."

    Zoom and poster links will be forthcoming—stay tuned!

    Questions may be addressed to John Cheng, at jcheng@binghamton.edu. Click the link below to learn more.

    Governing body of the DHLC:
    John Cheng, Asian and Asian American Studies ( jcheng@binghamton.edu)
    Ruth Carpenter, Libraries ( rcarpen@binghamton.edu)
    Bradley Skopyk, History ( bskopyk@binghamton.edu)
    Kent Schull, History ( kschull@binghamton.edu)

    For More Information:

    Contact John Chen or visit https://sites.google.com/binghamton.edu/dhlabandincubator/events

Training and Workshops

  • Spring 2025 Evidence-Based Teaching Institute

    Elevate your teaching by joining the Evidence-Based Teaching Institute, a program modeled after internationally acclaimed instructor training initiatives. Workshops are designed to equip instructors across all disciplines with proven strategies to boost student interest, engagement and learning outcomes.

    Participate in interactive sessions that delve into practical techniques for fostering active learning environments, connect with fellow educators to share experiences and collaboratively develop innovative teaching practices and gain access to a wealth of materials supporting the implementation of evidence-based teaching methods.

    This institute is open to all current and aspiring faculty and staff, regardless of discipline. Click the link below to learn more.

    For More Information:

    Contact Michelle Withers or visit https://bit.ly/EBTI2025