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• Binghamton University Presidential Search Committee seeks input

  Binghamton University Presidential Search Committee seeks input

  The Binghamton University Presidential Search Committee seeks input from students, faculty, staff and alumni as we search for our next president. Your feedback is essential in helping us identify the qualities, experience and leadership style that will best serve our university. We encourage you to share your thoughts through the form below.
  
  Your feedback matters in shaping the next chapter of Binghamton University.

  For More Information:

  Contact Dateline or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/president/search/feedback.html

• Sign up for Newsline

  Sign up for Newsline

  Get all the latest news from around the world about Binghamton University delivered to your inbox through Newsline, a resource from Binghamton University's Media and Public Relations Office.
  
  To learn more and sign up, click the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Ryan Yarosh or visit http://www.binghamton.edu/mpr/sign-up-for-newsline.html

• Start a payroll deduction gift to support student success

  Start a payroll deduction gift to support student success

  As a member of the Binghamton community, you play an important role in guiding our students, connecting them with helpful resources and creating an amazing campus experience.
  
  Sometimes, students need a little extra support to keep them on the path to success. By making a gift to the Binghamton Fund, you can help them overcome obstacles.
  
  Start a payroll deduction gift today to ensure support is available when students need it.
  
  Sign up at the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Laurel O'Connor or visit https://my.binghamton.edu/workflow/binghamton_foundation_eforms/binghamton_foundation_payroll_deduction_authorization

• Course withdrawal and grade option change deadlines

  Course withdrawal and grade option change deadlines

  The spring 2025 course withdrawal deadline is 11:59 p.m. Monday, March 31.
  
  The deadline for students to change their grade option is at 4:30 p.m. Monday, March 31. Instructions for how students can withdraw from a course and/or update a course grade option in BU Brain can be found on the Registrar's webpage at the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Jayne Burlingame or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/registrar/student/course-registration/

• Campus mourns Thomas Popielarski, former head of RF HR

  Campus mourns Thomas Popielarski, former head of RF HR

  Thomas Popielarski, 68, died March 18 at his home in Easton, Pa. Popielarski served as director of human resources for the Research Foundation at Binghamton University for more than a decade until his retirement in 2022. Popielarski is survived by his son, Daniel Popielarski, and his partner, Greg Smith, of Taunton, Mass.
  
  Calling hours will be from 3-7 p.m. March 26 at the Brunswick Memorial Home, 454 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, N.J. Funeral services will be held at 8:45 a.m. March 27 at the funeral home, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle R.C. Church in Old Bridge. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Burial Park, South Brunswick. The family requests that memorial donations be made to Mercy House of Endicott.

  For More Information:

  Contact Rachel Coker or visit https://www.brunswickmemorialhome.com/obituaries/Thomas-Popielarski?obId=39753415

• Campus mourns James Votruba, former dean of College of Education and Human Development

  Campus mourns James Votruba, former dean of College of Education and Human Development

  James "Jim" Charles Votruba, 79, of Ft. Thomas, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, at home.
  
  He served as Northern Kentucky University President for 15 years (1997-2012). He had also served as dean of the College of Education and Human Development at Binghamton University, as well as holding faculty and administrative positions at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Drake University. Vortuba was known for his commitment to community engagement and regional stewardship.
  
  He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, son and granddaughter. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Rachel (née Turner) Votruba; daughters, Elizabeth (Peter) Votruba-Drzal and Emily (Mark Dawson) Votruba; and five grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, which would have been Jim’s 80th birthday, at the James C. & Rachel M. Votruba Union on NKU’s campus. To learn more, click the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Dateline or visit https://www.dmefuneral.com/obituaries/James-Charles-Votruba?obId=39782954

• Campus mourns Richard Boswell, former professor of French

  Campus mourns Richard Boswell, former professor of French

  Richard E. Boswell, 92, died on Sunday, March 9.
  
  Boswell grew up in New Jersey and did his undergraduate work at Rutgers University. He held a doctorate from Yale University in French language and literature. For many years, he was a professor of French at Binghamton University.
  
  Boswell was a lifelong Francophile, and besides regularly traveling to France, he was a supporter of all things French in the Triple Cities. He actively participated in the La Teste-de-Buch sister cities program, hosting visitors at his home in Vestal. Even declining health in his later years did not prevent him from attending the Beaujolais Nouveau Soirées and Bastille Day Picnics. He was a founding member of Confluences, the Southern Tier French Teacher Group. After his retirement, he taught many classes at Lyceum.
  
  Boswell is survived by his nephews Darren and Bradley Lucas of New Milford, N.J. There will be a celebration of life later in the spring.

  For More Information:

  Contact Dateline

• Make a gift to help students access amazing opportunities

  Make a gift to help students access amazing opportunities

  You can help Binghamton students say "yes" to career-launching experiences. With your support, students can continue their education, engage in research or creative projects and accept internships — opportunities that lead to promising futures.
  
  Make a gift to the Binghamton Fund to open doors for students. You can give online at giving.binghamton.edu or through payroll deduction at the link below.
  
  Your support for students will also earn your department points in the Bearcat Bowl's Giveback Challenge hosted by the Office of Employee Engagement from April 1-May 6.

  For More Information:

  Contact Laurel O'Connor or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/foundation/giving/facultystaff-giving.html

• Nominations sought for Lois B. DeFleur Faculty Prize for Academic Achievement Award

  Nominations sought for Lois B. DeFleur Faculty Prize for Academic Achievement Award

  Binghamton University is proud to invite nominations for the Lois B. DeFleur Faculty Prize in Academic Achievement. This prestigious award honors faculty members whose pioneering and impactful research, innovative and sustained scholarship, and extraordinary dedication to teaching and mentoring have significantly advanced their field and benefitted the broader community.
  
  Nominees whose achievements have garnered profound and far-reaching national or international recognition, exemplifying excellence that resonates well beyond our campus, are welcomed. Successful candidates for this award demonstrate a deep, sustained impact throughout their careers, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and upholding the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity. By celebrating the enduring accomplishments of our faculty, the aim is to encourage continued innovation and elevate Binghamton’s national and global standing in research, scholarship and education.
  
  Nominations should include:
  - A letter of nomination outlining the nominee’s scholarly impact, including evidence of profound and far-reaching national or international reach.
  - Additional letters of support to help the review committee understand the impact of the nominees' work.
  - Documentation of mentorship activities and commitment to meaningful collaboration or service.
  - Optional examples of recognition or awards that highlight the nominee’s enduring influence in their field.
  
  All disciplines and departments are encouraged to submit nominations.
  
  The deadline for nominations for this academic year is Friday, April 4. Submit nominations electronically to James M. Pitarresi, vice provost for online and innovative education, at clt@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact James Pitarresi

• Is your beneficiary information up to date?

  Is your beneficiary information up to date?

  Human Resources would like to remind employees that you should periodically review retirement plan beneficiary designations and update them regarding in-service death benefits if necessary.
  
  Life circumstances sometimes change, and the beneficiary you may have named before might not be the one you would choose today. Members should also ensure their beneficiaries’ contact information is up to date.
  
  No matter in what state retirement system or voluntary savings plans you participate, viewing and updating beneficiary information may conveniently be done online.
  
  Use the link below to access your retirement account(s). If you need technical assistance, call the applicable phone number listed on the chart.

  For More Information:

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

• Panopto NA cloud scheduled downtime

  Panopto NA cloud scheduled downtime

  At 10 a.m. Saturday, April 12, Panopto will take the NA cloud offline to perform updates to the Panopto Database. During this time, the site will be inaccessible. Maintenance is scheduled to take three hours. This action will help improve the overall stability and capacity of Panopto NA cloud infrastructure.

  For More Information:

  Contact Andrew Tucci

• Mandela Room and Old Union Hall room requests opening for Spring 2026

  Mandela Room and Old Union Hall room requests opening for Spring 2026

  Thinking about your department’s future events? The Union will begin accepting requests for events for the Mandela Room and Old Union Hall from Jan. 2, 2026, through Aug. 1, 2026, starting at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 27. Use B-There at the link below to make a request.
  
  For all other rooms:
  The Union will begin accepting requests for events in non-classroom spaces from Aug. 2-Dec. 24, 2025, starting at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 10. These spaces include:
  - Culinary Makerspace
  - UU Fireplace Lounge
  - CIW Dining Center
  - Peace Quad and Spine locations
  - UU General Meeting Rooms (UU 111, 121, 122, 123, 124, W324, 325 and B08)
  - UU Practice Room WB14B
  - Tillman Lobby and Library Breezeway Tabling
  - YS Kim Korean Student Center
  
  Faculty/staff can request all other Union Rooms for the Fall 2025 Semester on July 1, 2025.

  For More Information:

  Contact Catherine Faughnan or visit https://bthere.binghamton.edu/Portal/p/

• Lee Belknap honored with STAR Award

  Lee Belknap honored with STAR Award

  Lee Belknap, administrative assistant in the Department of Higher Education and Student Affairs and for the Community Research and Action Doctoral Program, received the STAR Award earlier this month. The award recognizes outstanding service by faculty and staff members within the Binghamton University community.
  
  Students in the department Mack Ottens, Adam Zhao, Ginger Cates and Francesca Bove all provided nominations for Belknap, as did colleagues Deborah J. Taub, Loretta Mason-Williams and Margaret Gates. They said that Belknap’s kindness and welcoming nature make a difference to students and that she is both detail-oriented and knowledgeable about campus logistics. “She’s kind, thoughtful, reliable and proactively anticipates the needs of both departments,” Gates wrote. “For instance, she handles the expected, and the unexpected things that come up, with professionalism. She does a great job anticipating our needs and always makes sure we’re supported with everything we need so the office runs smoothly.”
  
  Belknap 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

• Do you need a safety permit for your campus event?

  Do you need a safety permit for your campus event?

  Environmental Health and Safety requires the use of permits for some events and programs that commonly occur on campus. Permits are required for using a tent larger than 200 square feet, events greater than 1000 attendees, firework displays, campfires at any of the four campfire sites on campus, candle/sparkler use for an event such as a candlelight vigil and theatrical flame effects for theatrical or entertainment events.
  
  If you are unsure if your event needs a permit, contact EH&S at 7-2211 or visit the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Environmental Health & Safety or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/environmental-health-safety/

• Tobacco and smoke-free campus policy

  Tobacco and smoke-free campus policy

  Binghamton University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. The use of tobacco and any smoking products is prohibited on all University-owned or rented property. This policy applies to all students, faculty, staff and visitors, and is applicable 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The purpose of this policy is to provide a healthy environment that promotes the health, well-being and safety of the entire University community.
  
  Visit the link below for more information about what is considered a tobacco and smoking product. If you have questions, contact the alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) coordinator, Rasheema Wright, at rwright6@binghamton.edu.
  
  The University is committed to supporting all students and employees who wish to stop using tobacco products. Students can access information about cessation treatment, including counseling and nicotine replacement therapy, through Decker Student Health Services. Employees can access support through the Employee Assistance Program and or visit the NY State Smokers' Quitline at: http://www.nysmokefree.com

  For More Information:

  Contact Dateline or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/operations/policies/policy-621.html

Arts and Entertainment

• Rhythm India at the Anderson Center: March 30

  Rhythm India at the Anderson Center: March 30

  At 3 p.m. Sunday, March 30, the Anderson Center welcomes "Rhythm India: Bollywood and Beyond" to the Osterhout Concert Theater stage.
  
  Experience the vibrant costumes, dynamic music and soulful rhythms of the “ghungroo” dancing bells, from the echoing heart beats of royal palaces and sacred temples to the swaying voices of desert villages and modern stages. Rhythm India was created by World Choreography Award nominee and Telly Award-winning director and choreographer Joya Kazi and features the company dancers of Joya Kazi Unlimited as seen on screens from Bollywood to Hollywood.
  
  Tickets for the general public range from $25-40, with a 10% discount on premium seats for seniors, veterans and Binghamton University faculty/staff and alumni. Student and child tickets cost just $10 for any seat in the house. On sale now through the Anderson Center Box Office, online at ther link below or by calling 607-777-ARTS.

  For More Information:

  Contact Chris Bodnarczuk or visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=245867&rd=1

• Harpur Cinema presents: "The Ascent"

  Harpur Cinema presents: "The Ascent"

  Harpur Cinema presents "The Ascent," by Karusa Shepitko (Soviet Union, 1977, 109 minutes). The doors to both shows open at 7 p.m. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 28, and Sunday, March 30, in Lecture Hall 6. Single admission is $4.
  
  Shepitko’s emotionally overwhelming final film won the Golden Bear at the 1977 Berlin Film Festival and has been hailed around the world as the finest Soviet film of its decade. Set during World War II's darkest days, "The Ascent" follows the path of two peasant soldiers, cut off from their troop, who trudge through the snowy backwoods of Belarus, seeking refuge among villagers. Their harrowing trek leads them on a journey of betrayal, heroism and ultimate transcendence.

  For More Information:

  Contact Melissa Miller or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/cinema/events/harpur-cinema.html

• "Farming While Black" film screening: April 1

  "Farming While Black" film screening: April 1

  A film screening of "Farming While Black", open to all, will be held on Tuesday, April 1. The doors open and light refreshments will be served at 6:45 p.m., with the film beginning at 7 p.m. in Fine Arts 258. A panel discussion with Professors Anne Bailey and Sharon Bryant, moderated by Professor Robyn Cope, will follow the screening.
  
  "Farming While Black" reflects on Black farming in the U.S., from the height of Black-owned farms at 14% in 1910, to less than 2% today. Leah Penniman, the founder of Soul Fire Farm, and other compatriots help propel a rising generation of Black farmers finding strength in the deep historical knowledge of African agrarianism — and its potential to save the planet.
  
  This screening is sponsored by the Harriet Tubman Center for Freedom and Equity, the Sustainable Communities Transdisciplinary Area of Excellence, Binghamton2Degrees, the Office of Sustainability, the Center for Civic Engagement, LACAS, the Human Rights Institute and Global Public Health.

  For More Information:

  Contact Andreas Pape or visit https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c_PlCYPruieCB6L5uUKPx1C4Nc6hZy_8/view?usp=sharing

• "Monuments" Faculty Panel: April 3

  "Monuments" Faculty Panel: April 3

  Join the Binghamton University Art Museum for a "Monuments" Faculty Panel from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, April 3. Hear professor Tom McDonough (Art History) lead a conversation with professors Heidi Nicholls (Sociology), Daniel Royles (History) and Julia Walker (Art History) about the exhibition "Monuments: Commemoration and Controversy." This exhibition has been organized by the New York Historical.
  
  This event is free and open to the public.

  For More Information:

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

• Flute studio recital: April 5

  Flute studio recital: April 5

  Come enjoy some beautiful flute repertoire, performed by Binghamton University flute students from 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 5, in Casadesus Recital Hall.
  
  Students will be presenting their favorite works from Baroque times to the present, with Yichen Liang assisting.
  
  This is a celebration of the students' dedication and love of all things "flute." Admission is free; click the link below to learn more.

  For More Information:

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

• Faculty recital April 5: Paul Sweeny, guitar

  Faculty recital April 5: Paul Sweeny, guitar

  Faculty member Paul Sweeny, guitarist, presents a varied program of classical guitar music from Latin America. His wide-ranging repertoire will include music from Argentina, Brazil, Cuba, Venezuela and elsewhere.
  
  The event is free to attend and will take place from 7:30-9 p.m. Saturday, April 5, in the Casadesus Recital Hall. Click the link below to learn more.

  For More Information:

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

• Low Brass Ensemble: April 6

  Low Brass Ensemble: April 6

  Featuring the Binghamton University Low Brass Ensemble, the Music Department will feature an eclectic mix of music for low brass, ranging from Renaissance to Jazz, in recital format.
  
  This event will take place from 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 6, in Casadesus Recital Hall. Click the link below to learn more.
  

  For More Information:

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

• Opera Scenes: April 6

  Opera Scenes: April 6

  Join the Binghamton University Opera Workshop as they put on an afternoon of opera scenes.
  
  Come hear arias and art songs from some of your favorite operas and composers from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, April 6, in the Chamber Hall, Anderson Center. Click the link below to learn more.

  For More Information:

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

• "A Reading and Conversation with Author Chris Abani": April 9

  "A Reading and Conversation with Author Chris Abani": April 9

  In a special collaboration with the Human Rights Institute, the Creative Writing Program welcomes novelist, poet, essayist, playwright and screenwriter Chris Abani. He is the author of the poetry collections "Smoking the Bible" and "Sanctificum," the novels "Song for Night" and "GraceLand," and the essay collection "The Face," among many other books. His work has been translated into French, Italian, Spanish, German, Swedish, Romanian, Hebrew, Macedonian, Ukrainian, Portuguese, Dutch, Bosnian and Serbian. Through his TED Talks and other public speaking, Abani is known as an international voice on humanitarianism, art, ethics, and our shared political responsibility.
  
  Join the Department from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, in Old Champlain Hall, Atrium. The event is free and open to the public; click the link below to learn more.

  For More Information:

  Contact Jen DeGregorio or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/english/creative-writing/creative-writing-events.html

• BFA exhibition April 10-24: "Convergence"

  BFA exhibition April 10-24: "Convergence"

  The eighteen graduating Binghamton University Art and Design Bachelor of Fine Arts students will feature their works in the exhibition "Convergence" from April 10-24. The exhibition opens to the public with an opening reception from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 10, and will remain on view until April 24 in the Elsie B. Rosefsky Memorial Art Gallery, Fine Arts 259. The exhibition is free and open to the public.
  
  "Convergence" is a tribute to years of growth, experimentation and refinement. It symbolizes not just an ending but a powerful moment of synthesis between these artists before they progress on to their next chapters. It highlights the conjunction of unique perspectives that define this graduating class. "Convergence" suggests both a meeting point and a moment of transformation — where individual paths merge, yet retain their distinct influence.
  
  Binghamton University’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) is a pre-professional degree with an intensive focus on studio art and design for students who wish to pursue arts-related careers. Students go on to work in a wide range of creative industries: as practicing artists after graduation or to pursue graduate degrees. Students can choose to concentrate on drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking or graphic design.
  
  The 2025 artists are: Kimora Bedeau, Shane Conklin, Sammy Feng, Emily Gangloff, Ashley Gibs, Haley Keener, Simon Liebskind, Margo MacWilliams, Alexis Magera, Andrew Nieves, Emily O'Reilly, Lucciana Robertson, Elizabeth Serjantov, Anh Sciscent, Mayna Sengsouvanh, Amiah Shoultes, Daisy Solis and Anna Stacey.

  For More Information:

  Contact Emily Gangloff

• "Monuments: Commemoration and Controversy": Feb. 27-June 14

  "Monuments: Commemoration and Controversy": Feb. 27-June 14

  The Binghamton University Art Museum presents "Monuments: Commemoration and Controversy," organized by The New York Historical, on view from Feb. 27-June 14, 2025.
  
  The exhibition explores public monuments and their representations as points of debate over national identity, politics and race. Monuments offer a historical foundation for understanding recent controversies, featuring fragments of a torn-down statue of King George III, a replica of a bulldozed monument by Harlem Renaissance sculptor Augusta Savage and a maquette of New York City’s first public monument to a Black woman (Harriet Tubman), among other objects. The exhibition reveals how monument-making and monument-breaking have long shaped American life as public statues have been celebrated, attacked, protested, altered and removed.
  
  "Monuments: Commemoration and Controversy" is curated by Wendy N'lani E. Ikemoto, vice president and chief curator at The New York Historical. The exhibition is supported by the Terra Foundation for American Art. Additional support is provided at Binghamton University by the Office of the Provost, the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, the Harpur College Dean’s Office, the Binghamton Fund for Excellence, the Kaschak Institute for Social Justice for Women and Girls and Rebecca Moshief and Harris Tilevitz ’78.
  
  Also opening in the Mezzanine Gallery is "Existential Color: Photography from the Permanent Collection," organized by John Tagg, SUNY Distinguished Professor of Art History, and Luisa Casella, photograph conservator and Fellow of the American Institute for Conservation. In 1976, John Szarkowski, director of the Department of Photography at the Museum of Modern Art, hailed the arrival of a “new generation of color photographers” who saw color as “existential,” “as though the world itself existed in color.” This “new generation” included William Eggleston, Stephen Shore and Joel Meyerowitz, whose work here prompts a wider re-examination of color in Binghamton University Art Museum’s photographs collection. Within this exhibition, which features works made between the mid-1970s and the early 2000s, a display of historical processes dating back to the mid-nineteenth century shows that color was an integral part of photographic expression from its very beginnings. What viewers are asked is whether Szarkowski’s notion of a decisive break holds up or whether the question of color and photography has to be seen from a much longer and broader historical perspective.
  
  In the Museum’s Lower Galleries, three small exhibitions will also open: "Chiura Obata: Japanese Art in America," curated by Yao Shen He ’27; "History and Myth: Violence in Early Modern Prints," curated by Leah Dascoli ’26; and "Japanese Design and the Arts and Crafts Movement in New York," curated by Joseph Leach, curator of collections and exhibitions.
  
  For details on upcoming programming, see the Art Museum's “Events” page at the link below and on social media. All events are free and open to the public.

  For More Information:

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

Career Development

• Spring 2025 PSS Grant application deadline this week

  Spring 2025 PSS Grant application deadline this week

  The Spring 2025 Professional Development Grant application is due Wednesday, March 5.
  
  The Professional Staff Senate Professional Development Grant supports professional development, growth and/or advancement opportunities for professional staff (including UUP, M/C and RF) at Binghamton University.
  
  To be considered for this grant, submit a completed online application at the link provided below, as well as a letter of support from your immediate supervisor.

  For More Information:

  Contact Manar Sabry or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/organizations/pss/committees/professionaldevelopment/pdgrant.html

• Research Foundation vacancy: Accounts payable specialist, Accounts Payable/Purchasing Office (APPO)

  Research Foundation vacancy: Accounts payable specialist, Accounts Payable/Purchasing Office (APPO)

  Reporting to the director of the Research Foundation for SUNY Accounts Payable and Purchasing Office (APPO) and working closely with the accounts payable and purchasing associate (APPA), the AP specialist is responsible for providing support to all aspects of accounts payable. This includes processing and monitoring payments, check issuance, remittance and records management. The individual will be an integral member of a fast-paced team operation and will work closely with other members of the research administrative team to provide support to Binghamton University's sponsored program community.
  
  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=185740

• Professional vacancy: Marketing coordinator, Fleishman Career Center

  Professional vacancy: Marketing coordinator, Fleishman Career Center

  Professional vacancy: Marketing coordinator, Fleishman Career Center

  For More Information:

  Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=185945

• Professional vacancy: Assistant vice president, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

  Professional vacancy: Assistant vice president, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

  Professional vacancy: Assistant vice president, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (Internal only)

  For More Information:

  Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=185951

• Professional vacancy: Strategic Partnership for Industrial Resurgence staff assistant

  Professional vacancy: Strategic Partnership for Industrial Resurgence staff assistant

  Professional vacancy: Strategic Partnership for Industrial Resurgence staff assistant (Internal only)

  For More Information:

  Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=185953

• Professional vacancy: Network analyst

  Professional vacancy: Network analyst

  Professional vacancy: Network analyst

  For More Information:

  Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=186091

• Research Foundation vacancy: Lab technician — Fetse Lab, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences

  Research Foundation vacancy: Lab technician — Fetse Lab, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences

  The Fetse Lab at Binghamton University is seeking a highly motivated lab technician to support research in peptide therapeutics. This role will involve working on projects related to the discovery of novel therapeutic peptides and the development of targeted drug delivery systems. The position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nanomedicine, immunotherapy and peptide-based drug delivery.
  
  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=186066

• Research Foundation vacancy: Clinical research assistant, Psychology — Brandon Gibb

  Research Foundation vacancy: Clinical research assistant, Psychology — Brandon Gibb

  This is a full-time grant-funded research assistant position to assist with an NIMH-funded project examining mechanisms of risk for the intergenerational transmission of depression in children and adolescents, including attentional biases for affectively-salient stimuli (assessed with computer-based and mobile eye tracking, ERPs and steady state visual evoked potentials from EEG), psychophysiological responses, environmental stress, etc.
  
  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=186141

• Professional vacancy: Instructional support associate, Physics

  Professional vacancy: Instructional support associate, Physics

  Professional vacancy: Instructional support associate, Physics

  For More Information:

  Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=186093

• Professional vacancy: Assistant women's basketball coach

  Professional vacancy: Assistant women's basketball coach

  Professional vacancy: Assistant women's basketball coach

  For More Information:

  Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=186335

• Professional vacancy: Assistant men's basketball coach

  Professional vacancy: Assistant men's basketball coach

  Professional vacancy: Assistant men's basketball coach

  For More Information:

  Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=186339

• Professional vacancy: Health promotion coordinator

  Professional vacancy: Health promotion coordinator

  Professional vacancy: Health promotion coordinator

  For More Information:

  Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=186616

• Professional vacancy: Associate dean, Decker College

  Professional vacancy: Associate dean, Decker College

  Professional vacancy: Associate dean, Decker College (Internal Only)

  For More Information:

  Contact Chelsey Fletcher or visit https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=186614

• Empowered Women, Empowered Leaders Conference — Registration open

  Empowered Women, Empowered Leaders Conference — Registration open

  The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is excited to host the inaugural Empowered Women, Empowered Leaders Conference on Friday, April 11, at the Health Sciences Campus in Johnson City.
  
  Faculty and staff are invited to this dynamic, day-long event where women leaders, co-conspirators, advocates, students and community members will come together to address critical issues such as wage gaps, career advancement and social empowerment.
  
  Advance registration is required and is now open at the link below. For questions, contact Nick Martin, Q Center associate director, at martinn@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Nick Martin or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/centers/lgbtq/empoweredwomen.html

• UUP/JLMC Individual Development Awards

  UUP/JLMC Individual Development Awards

  The application period for the 2024-2025 NYS/UUP Joint Labor-Management Committee Individual Development Awards (IDA) is open.
  
  This year's IDA program provides up to $2,000 for UUP-represented employees to engage in up to two distinct activities that further professional development. Employees can submit a maximum of two applications totaling $2,000 in expenditures. (For example, one application can be for $1,238.00 and the second application can be for $762.00; both applications can total up to $2,000.) Part-time employees are particularly encouraged to apply because 15% of the IDA funds are set aside for these employees. The IDA Program is intended to assist eligible employees to develop their full professional potential and to prepare for advancement. Funding may be provided to enhance teaching, research capabilities, professional knowledge and skills. Funding may not be awarded to purchase equipment or supplies or to support activities that are not related to the applicant's SUNY profession. (Note: Funding restrictions have changed over the last few years, so review the restrictions closely.)
  
  Employees may be funded for up to two projects or activities, not to exceed a total of $2,000 between July 2, 2024, through July 1, 2025. Complete the online application at the link below.
  
  The deadline for the 2024-25 applications is 11:59 p.m. Sunday, April 13, 2025.
  
  The IDA program has changed. Awards reimbursement will follow the process outlined in the Accounts Payable Personal Reimbursement Procedure guidelines.
  
  These decisions then need to be forwarded to NYS/UUP Joint Labor-Management Committees for secondary review. For questions about the program, contact Aaron Phelps via email or at 607-777-6460.
  
  Note: The application requires that you fill out a separate PDF and submit it to the Google form so that the committee can better keep track of all applications.

  For More Information:

  Contact Aaron Phelps or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/academics/provost/ida.html

Construction

• Chenango Room Addition project upcoming construction activity

  Chenango Room Addition project upcoming construction activity

  The following construction activities will take place as part of the work to advance the Chenango Room Addition project.
  - A site contractor will be setting equipment in preparation for rerouting the asphalt walk in the Science 1 courtyard on March 28.
  - Fencing for the project will begin Monday, March 31. There will be access to the main entrance until an entrance through the courtyard is completed through room 140.
  - On Tuesday, April 1, installation of temporary partitions will begin in the corridor of G30 and G24. Access to stair A from these corridors will be prohibited. Signage will be posted restricting access/occupancy of this area. Access from the first floor through stair A to the courtyard will not be impacted.
  - Temporary partitions will also be installed on the first floor in corridor 100 outside restroom 116A. This corridor will still have access through the doors but will be closed off to through traffic to the main entrance beginning April 7. Emergency egress will be available through stair A and the elevator will not be affected.
  - Temporary partitions across corridor 122 will also be started but access to the main entrance will remain until another access is made through room 140.
  - On Wednesday, April 2, the chilled water in the south wing will be offline for the day.
  - Demolition and asbestos abatement will start on the ground floor on April 7. Demolition activities can be loud and cause vibrations.
  - Demolition on the first floor will start on April 14.
  
  Contact Lisa Sklender with any questions at lsklener@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Lisa Sklener

• Science Library elevator shutdown: Jan. 8-Apr. 29

  Science Library elevator shutdown: Jan. 8-Apr. 29

  The Science Library elevator will be shut down from Jan. 8-April 29. The shutdown is needed to modernize and upgrade the elevator.
  
  Contact Renee Andrews with any questions, at randrews@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Renee Andrews

• Science Library elevator project affects ground floor door

  Science Library elevator project affects ground floor door

  Due to the ongoing Science Library elevator renovation project, the ground floor exterior door facing the Greenhouse will be closed until the end of April, except for emergency exiting only.
  
  Contact project coordinator Renee Andrews with any questions, at randrews@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Renee Andrews

• Plaza Deck project construction resumes

  Plaza Deck project construction resumes

  Construction activity at the Plaza Deck project site is expected to resume beginning Monday, March 3.
  
  Over the next few months, the general work areas will remain relatively the same with slight changes in fencing in some areas. Pedestrian paths and building access will remain with some slight changes as work proceeds. Additional notices will be issued when there are any significant changes.
  
  Contact Robert Langhans, project coordinator, with any questions, at langhans@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Robert Langhans

• Science 1 restrooms closures

  Science 1 restrooms closures

  The following restrooms are being closed for work related to the upcoming Chenango Room renovation project. Beginning today, March 13, Science 1 restrooms 116A and 120A and the janitor's closet, 118, will be closed until Aug. 2026. Restrooms in the other wing,155A and 151A, will be available, as well as Academic B rooms 115 and 117. Beginning March 17, restrooms 245A and 247A (accessed via the elevator or stair A) will also be available. Signage will be in place to direct people to these alternate locations.
  
  Contact Joseph Costello with any questions at jcostello5@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Joe Costello

• Lot E1 closure

  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

  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

• Sign up for Cornhole Madness, hosted by Visions Federal Credit Union

  Sign up for Cornhole Madness, hosted by Visions Federal Credit Union

  Attention students, faculty and staff, sign up for Cornhole Madness, a weekly cornhole competition, hosted by Visions Federal Credit Union. Beginning Thursday, March 20, one game will be played in the hallway between the Visions branch and the University Bookstore each week at 2:15 p.m. The competition lasts through Thursday, May 1.
  
  Stop by the Visions branch on campus to sign up for a team. There are eight spots available for a two-person team, and you do not need to be a member to play. There will be prizes for participants.

  For More Information:

  Contact Visions FCU or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/services/auxiliary/banking/

• Lead a volunteer project during Global Days of Service this April

  Lead a volunteer project during Global Days of Service this April

  Global Days of Service 2025 is right around the corner! Register to serve as a captain and lead a volunteer project in our local area during this impactful initiative.
  
  Click the link below to learn more.

  For More Information:

  Contact Megan Borovicka or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/alumni/connect/global-day-of-service/index.html

• Parking on campus during snowfall

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

• Jane Kallmerten earns 2025 Supervisor of the Year Award

  Jane Kallmerten earns 2025 Supervisor of the Year Award

  Binghamton University student workers have spoken! There were some great nomination letters noting how impactful Binghamton supervisors have been, and the University is grateful for the time and effort taken in highlighting them,
  
  It is important to acknowledge that all the supervisors overseeing the roughly 3,000 student employees across campus are valued, appreciated and vital to our campus. Each one and the work that they do is greatly appreciated. Binghamton University thanks them for their dedication and hard work ensuring student employees are prepared for future work experiences, The University encourages all current student employees to take a moment to thank their supervisor as well.
  
  Nomination letters were fully redacted, removing all identifying information including department, nominating student names and contact information, nominated supervisor names, titles and all pronouns before being sent to the all-student volunteer reader/reviewers. This ensures the most unbiased review of the supervisor's impact and lets talent shine. The supervisor of the year program is fully nominated, reviewed and decided on by students, which makes it even more impactful.
  
  Volunteer reviewers carefully read and scored each nomination letter according to the pre-determined rubric, and submitted their rankings based on score to student employment. All rankings were added to the overall ranking sheet and the supervisor with the highest total ranking score was selected as the winner.
  
  Congratulations to the Binghamton University 2025 Supervisor of the Year, Jane Kallmerten! Jane is the program coordinator of aquatics in the Campus Recreation Services Department. Kallmerten, and her nominator, James Hancock, will be invited to attend the Student Affairs Awards Gala in May and will be recognized for this accomplishment.
  
  Kallmerten's nomination was pushed to the regional Northeast Association of Student Employment Administrators (NEASEA) level as Binghamton University's Supervisor of the Year nomination.
  
  Thank you and congratulations to all student participants and nominees. Click the link below to learn more.

  For More Information:

  Contact Student Employment or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/ccpd/services/student-employment/about/student-employee-recognition.html

• Matthew Pangburn earns 2025 Binghamton University Graduate Student Employee of the Year

  Matthew Pangburn earns 2025 Binghamton University Graduate Student Employee of the Year

  There were over a dozen competitive nominations for the Binghamton University 2025 Graduate Student Employee of the Year.
  
  It is important to note that, nominated or not, all graduate student employees are valued, appreciated and vital to the campus. Binghamton greatly appreciates each one and the work that they do. The University thanks them for their dedication and hard work and looks forward to celebrating them as part of the 2025 Student Employee Appreciation Week later in the semester!
  
  All nomination letters were fully redacted, removing all identifying information including department, nominator names and contact information, student names, titles and all pronouns before being sent to our volunteer readers/reviewers, This ensures the most unbiased review of the student's impact and lets skillsets shine.
  
  The team of volunteer reviewers from across campus carefully read and scored each nomination letter according to the pre-determined rubric, and submitted their rankings based on score to student employment. All rankings were added to the overall ranking sheet and the student with the highest total ranking score was selected as the winner. The winning score was a tie this year, so an additional (fully-redacted) reviewer was requested to score to determine our final winner.
  
  Congratulations to the Binghamton University 2025 Graduate Student of the Year, Matthew Pangburn! Pangburn is a graduate assistant in auxiliary services, at the Campus Food Pantry. Pangburn, and his nominator, Cindy Cowden, will be invited to attend the Student Affairs Awards Gala in May and will be recognized for this accomplishment.
  
  Matthew's nomination was pushed to the National Student Employment Association (NSEA) level as Binghamton University's Graduate Student Employee of the Year nomination.
  
  Thank you to all of the amazing supervisors who took time to write thoughtful, detailed nomination letters on behalf of their graduate student employees, and congratulations to all Graduate Student of the Year nominees. Click the link below to learn more.

  For More Information:

  Contact Student Employment or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/ccpd/services/student-employment/about/student-employee-recognition.html

• John Ferrara, Jacey Ruici, Caspar Carson, Jenna Vallone and Casey Lau earn Top 2025 Undergraduate Student Employee of the Year Categories

  John Ferrara, Jacey Ruici, Caspar Carson, Jenna Vallone and Casey Lau earn Top 2025 Undergraduate Student Employee of the Year Categories

  Binghamton Student Employment had nominations in all five categories for this year's Binghamton University 2025 Undergraduate Student Employee of the Year program.
  
  It is important to note that, nominated or not, all undergraduate student employees are valued, appreciated and vital to our campus. Binghamton University would like to thank them for their dedication and hard work and look forward to celebrating them as part of the 2025 Student Employee Appreciation Week later in the semester!
  
  As usual, all nomination letters were fully redacted, removing all identifying information, including department, nominator names and contact information, student names, titles and all pronouns before being sent to volunteer readers/reviewers. This ensures the most unbiased review of the student's impact and lets their skillsets shine.
  
  The team of volunteer reviewers from across campus carefully read and scored nomination letters in each of the five categories according to pre-determined rubrics, and submitted their rankings based on score to student employment. All rankings were added to the overall ranking sheets and the student with the highest total ranking score was selected as the winner in each category.
  
  Below you will see the winners in each category, as well as the Binghamton University 2025 Overall Undergraduate Student Employee of the Year, which was determined by the highest ranking score across all five categories.
  
  A huge congratulations goes out to all nominees, category winners and the overall undergraduate student!
  
  - Diversity and Inclusion category: John Ferrara, EOP
  - Leadership category: Jacey Ruisi, Residential Life
  - Critical Thinking category: Caspar Carson, EOP
  - Community Engagement category: Jenna Vallone, CCE
  - Innovation & Technology category: Casey Lau, Biological Sciences
  - Overall Undergraduate Student Employee of the Year: Casey Lau, Biological Sciences
  
  Category winners and their nominators will be invited to attend the Student Affairs Awards Gala in May to be recognized for their accomplishments. Casey will also be recognized for the Overall Undergraduate SEOTY award at that time!
  
  All category-winning nominations were pushed to the National Student Employment Association (NSEA) level for consideration as Binghamton University's official nominations.
  
  Thank you to the supervisors who took the time to write thoughtful, detailed nomination letters on behalf of their undergraduate student employees. Your thoughtful and kind leadership makes each nominee's experience more meaningful.
  
  Congratulations to all Undergraduate Student of the Year nominees and best of luck to category nominees at the national level!

  For More Information:

  Contact Student Employment or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/ccpd/services/student-employment/about/student-employee-recognition.html

• Courtesy card reminder for parking citations

  Courtesy card reminder for parking citations

  Have you received a parking citation? This is a reminder that a courtesy card may save you this time!
  
  Annual and semester parking permit holders receive one courtesy card per semester. This courtesy card waives certain parking citations if submitted within 14 days. A full list of citations for which courtesy cards are eligible can be found at the link below.
  
  The vehicle with the citation must comply with all other parking rules. Citations that have already been paid are not eligible. Booted vehicles cannot use a courtesy card or receive a citation price reduction.
  
  To use a courtesy card, complete the courtesy card form at the TAPS website.

  For More Information:

  Contact Parking Services or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/services/transportation-and-parking/parking/citations-and-appeals/

• How to use Flowbird, the pay-by-phone metered parking app

  How to use Flowbird, the pay-by-phone metered parking app

  Due to low usage and high maintenance, the traditional coin meters located in Lots C, E, F, F2, H, V and Z are scheduled to be replaced. TAPS will begin transitioning all traditional coin meters to Flowbird spaces beginning March 10.
  
  For more information on downloading and using the Flowbird app, visit the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Parking Services or visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWY__itw4AE

• Rental property database for new employees

  Rental property database for new employees

  To more fully support new faculty and staff moving to the area, the University is developing a database of local rental properties. Fill out the form below if you own a rental property that you may be interested in leasing to new faculty/staff!
  
  Personal contact information will only be shared with prospective renters upon request. Questions can be directed to Andre Mathis, employee engagement specialist, at amathis@binghamton.edu or 607-777-2078.

  For More Information:

  Contact Andre Mathis or visit https://forms.gle/MyihQTPtB6d28m2p7

• Build your own Sahoor meals for Ramadan

  Build your own Sahoor meals for Ramadan

  Build your own Sahoor meals for Ramadan! Available throughout March at all dining halls, customize your to-go bowl with fresh ingredients, including dates, bagels, Tazo tea, assorted muffins, Chobani yogurt and Flip yogurt, assorted juices, milk, fresh fruit and an egg and cheese bagel.

  For More Information:

  Contact Lori Benson

• "Bing-ographies" — A new alumni staff/faculty initiative

  "Bing-ographies" — A new alumni staff/faculty initiative

  With over 700 exceptional alumni choosing to pursue employment at Binghamton University, the stories of our alumni staff and faculty are a testament to the University’s role in sustaining continuous personal and professional growth. Our inclusive and distinguished community has much more to celebrate than successful academia — a Binghamton degree is a lifelong relationship.
  
  Are you an alumnus who works at Binghamton? Submit a self-nomination to be featured in our Bing-ographies series at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScSwHxtsTXy5OY0IvawvK52gCnwlKvdNVK4rru4CriD61xNvw/viewform

  For More Information:

  Contact Ethan Knox or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/alumni/show-your-pride/bing-ographies.html

• Campus mourns Ellyn Uram Kaschak, Founder of Kaschak Institute for Social Justice

  Campus mourns Ellyn Uram Kaschak, Founder of Kaschak Institute for Social Justice

  Ellyn Uram Kaschak, class of ’65 and founder of the Ellyn Uram Kaschak Institute for Social Justice for Women and Girls, passed away peacefully on Feb. 20. She was 81 years old.
  
  Kaschak was an internationally renowned psychologist, author and educator who co-founded feminist psychology, which she practiced for about 40 years. She was a professor emerita of psychology at San Jose State University, where she taught from 1974 to 2009. She was also a visiting professor at the University for Peace in Costa Rica.
  
  In 2018, she established the Kaschak Institute at Binghamton University to further her fight for women's equality. The institute supports research in various fields, both new and ongoing, that aligns with her activist vision of making a direct, positive impact on the lives of women and girls.
  
  Her legacy at Binghamton also includes the creation of the Dr. Ellyn Uram Kaschak Summer Research Grant to benefit Harpur College undergraduate students and their research in the field of social justice for women and girls. In addition, her generous support of Binghamton spanned many other areas to advance an exceptional education and University excellence.
  
  She was the author or editor of 14 books, including "Engendered Lives: A New Psychology of Women's Experience" (1992) and "Sight Unseen: Gender and Race through Blind Eyes" (2015). For 20 years, she edited the quarterly "Journal of Women & Therapy."
  
  Over the years, Kaschak received many awards and accolades honoring her prolific work, leadership and fundamental contributions to her field, including the University Medal from Binghamton in 2022.
  
  She graduated from Binghamton with a bachelor’s degree in Russian in 1965 and a master’s degree from George Washington University in 1968. She worked as a school psychologist before becoming one of the first cohorts of women to earn a doctorate from Ohio State University in 1974.
  
  Read more about Kaschak’s life and legacy, click the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Dateline or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/news/story/1974/ellyn-uram-kaschak-65-celebrated-for-support-of-women-and-girls

• Seeking authors for UUP spring 2025 newsletter, "Connection"

  Seeking authors for UUP spring 2025 newsletter, "Connection"

  UUP is seeking authors for the spring 2025 edition of the semesterly newsletter Connection." This is a great opportunity to contribute to the Chapter and campus community while having your voice heard. UUP is especially interested in articles about the lived experiences of employees in their workplaces but are open to hearing any topic ideas. Articles are generally a page or two long, but there are no strict parameters.
  
  Email Troy Norton at tnorton@binghamton.edu if you are interested in writing or have questions.

  For More Information:

  Contact Troy Norton

• Faculty survey: In-class polling software usage

  Faculty survey: In-class polling software usage

  Faculty, do you use iClicker or another in-class polling software?
  
  Student Response Systems (SRS) can enhance engagement by allowing instructors to:
  
  - Conduct live polls and quizzes
  - Gauge student understanding in real-time
  - Encourage participation, even in large lectures
  - Facilitate interactive discussions
  - Integrate grade books to keep track of in-class participation
  - Take attendance with geo-location
  
  Whether you use iClicker or another tool, feedback will help the SRS better understand current usage and future needs.
  
  The survey takes just two minutes to complete and is available at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1GxbPZuEDgaYxwU8FXIHC9aj7IgiKDrFDMcJJpaueeq4/edit
  
  Submit any questions through a request at the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Help Desk or visit https://binghamton.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/45/Portal/Requests/TicketRequests/NewForm?ID=MU4UUxrechQ_&RequestorType=ServiceOffering

• Integrated Pest Management Plan now available

  Integrated Pest Management Plan now available

  The University's Integrated Pest Management Plan has been updated and is available on the Facilities Management website.
  
  Contact the Facilities Operations Center with any questions at foc@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Facilities Operations Center

• Temporary Summer Employment (including Summer Student Employment)

  Temporary Summer Employment (including Summer Student Employment)

  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 Spring semester of 2025 or are currently enrolled in the Fall semester of 2025 are eligible.
  
  If selected, employment will begin Wednesday, May 21, and is anticipated to last through Friday, Aug. 15. Possible work locations include; custodial, grounds, painting, various trades and clerical. Some trade positions are anticipated to last through November 2025. These are temporary positions with no guarantee of continued employment or reemployment. All applicants selected will be contacted via email; due to an expected large volume of applicants, refrain from phone inquiries.

  For More Information:

  Contact PF summer or visit https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=2945626716C539B75F175FD43BC106C9;jsessionid=F2F4797700027B72291C11E1FDA4D18A?JOBID=186103

• Advancing Binghamton staff news

  Advancing Binghamton staff news

  The Division of Advancement announces the retirement of Beckie Benner, effective April 4.
  
  Benner has been an essential part of moving Binghamton forward on many fronts and in many critical roles over the past 19 years, most recently as associate vice president for advancement and campaign director. The scope and scale of her impact at the University are incredible.
  
  She led Binghamton to record-breaking success across its two most recent comprehensive campaigns. As EXCELERATE campaign director, she was instrumental in elevating Binghamton and the advancement team to achieve at a higher level.
  
  Binghamton’s continued growth and excellence is in large part thanks to her hard work, compassionate nature and dedication to this institution. She has set a strong foundation for our ongoing and future advancement efforts.

  For More Information:

  Contact David Whitmore

• Professional Staff Senate — Call for nominations

  Professional Staff Senate — Call for nominations

  The Professional Staff Senate (PSS), the officially recognized governance organization of professional staff at Binghamton University, is seeking nominees to join the 2025-26 Senate.
  
  Elected Senators:
  - Represent the concerns of professional staff at Binghamton University
  - Attend biweekly meetings scheduled during the academic year and serve a two-year term, beginning at the start of the fall semester
  - Vote on campus governance updates and issues
  - Are eligible to chair PSS committees
  - Are eligible to serve as PSS officers
  
  Professional staff can use the following form to either self-nominate or to nominate one or more colleague(s). Note that only PSS-represented staff (UUP, RF and MC) are eligible for Senate seats. Nominations are due by Wednesday, March 26.
  
  Following nomination, the rules committee chair will contact you to confirm your candidacy and candidate statement (max 1,000 characters, spaces included).
  
  To appear on the 2025-26 ballot, all nominees must confirm their candidacy and submit their statement no later than Tuesday, April 1.
  
  Questions about the election process or PSS can be directed to Fran Reichert, rules committee chair, or Andre Mathis, PSS chair.

  For More Information:

  Contact PSS or visit https://forms.gle/uoTeBhJTA9vk4W7P6

• April NewB Cafe: April 8

  April NewB Cafe: April 8

  Spring is the season of newness and growth. Binghamton University is always growing with new employees. The Office of Talent and Engagement invites our new employees (Faculty, professional staff, classified staff, MC and RF) to see the Bearcats Baseball team spring into action as they take on the LeMoyne Dolphins.
  
  The April NewB Cafe will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 8, at the Bearcats Baseball Complex VIP Lounge, followed by the game, starting at 3 p.m. Register by Tuesday, April 1.
  
  For any questions contact Andre Mathis, employee engagement specialist. Click the link below to learn more.

  For More Information:

  Contact Andre Mathis or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2282162

• Classified Connections: April 16

  Classified Connections: April 16

  The Office of Talent and Engagement invites all classified staff to a Lunch Grab-N-Go event from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, April 16, at the Decker Student Health Services Center in Room 104.
  
  Fill out the form below to RSVP for your lunch choice by April 2. You can also RSVP by phone at 607-777-2078. Contact Andre Mathis, employee engagement specialist, with questions.

  For More Information:

  Contact Andre Mathis or visit https://forms.gle/ZwpN9ti6McjUUsV58

• Volunteer at Admitted Students Day

  Volunteer at Admitted Students Day

  Undergraduate Admissions is seeking volunteers for Admitted Students Days on April 5 and April 27. Fill out the form below and share it with any students, faculty, staff or alumni who might be interested!

  For More Information:

  Contact Erin Duggan or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSegvkyQx4VQabK0NvMBuf4p4nc26c3smPeoYQpSqRsjDoJ3Lw/viewform?usp=header

• "Stand Up! Women’s Activism in the Archives" exhibit now on view

  "Stand Up! Women’s Activism in the Archives" exhibit now on view

  Binghamton University Libraries Special Collections presents “Stand Up! Women’s Activism in the Archives” exhibit. To see materials on display, visit Special Collections anytime between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday in Bartle Library North. No appointment is required.
  
  The exhibit explores feminist activism, locally, nationally and internationally, with a special focus on the Second Wave Feminist movement of the 1970s.
  
  For more information, read the latest Special Collections Blog with the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Libraries Special Collections or visit https://libnews.binghamton.edu/specialcollections/2025/03/18/spring-2025-exhibit-stand-up-womens-activism-in-the-archives/

• Professional Staff Senate Distinguished Service Award nominations

  Professional Staff Senate Distinguished Service Award nominations

  The Professional Staff Senate seeks nominations for the 2025 Distinguished Service Award. The Distinguished Service Award highlights campus professionals who have made invaluable contributions to the campus community and their professions through exemplary service.
  
  The nomination deadline is April 11; submit a nomination at the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact PSS or visit https://forms.gle/bkemvD1UyceSny8i6

• Food Pantry nutrition and cooking demonstration: April 7

  Food Pantry nutrition and cooking demonstration: April 7

  The Binghamton University Food Pantry will host a "Just Say Yes" nutrition educator from the Food Bank of the Southern Tier from 1–2 p.m. Monday, April 7, for a nutrition lesson and cooking demonstration. The event will take place in the Inglenook Lounge, CIW 123.
  
  To register for the event, visit the link below. All participants will receive a free kitchen tool!

  For More Information:

  Contact Food Pantry or visit https://bengaged.binghamton.edu/foodpantry/rsvp_boot?id=2282420

• Accessibility add-on now available in Google Docs, Sheets and Slides

  Accessibility add-on now available in Google Docs, Sheets and Slides

  Binghamton University has purchased an add-on to ensure documents created in Google Workspace are accessible to people of all abilities. Grackle Workspace is now available to everyone using a “ binghamton.edu” Google account.
  
  Grackle Workspace integrates seamlessly into the campus Google Workspace, providing built-in accessibility checkers for Google Docs, Sheets and Slides. Grackle gives Google document creators access to automated checks, guided fixes and easy conversions to compliant, accessible formats like tagged PDFs and accessible HTML. This new accessibility tool will assist the entire campus with creating inclusive digital content and promoting accessibility for all.
  
  Grackle Workspace is easy to install and requires little training to use effectively. Begin making inclusive documents accessible to everyone in just a few steps. See the Accessibility Knowledge Base for more information below!

  For More Information:

  Contact Krista Poppe or visit https://binghamton.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/45/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=17412

• The Libraries expand access with Cambridge eBooks

  The Libraries expand access with Cambridge eBooks

  The Libraries are happy to announce expanded access to approximately 50,000 Cambridge eBooks as part of an evidence-based acquisition program that runs through Dec. 31, 2026.
  
  For the next two years, the Libraries will have subscription access to Cambridge eBooks and can make perpetual purchases based on usage, amongst other criteria, at the end of each calendar year.
  
  The eBooks that are included in this program are interdisciplinary in nature and offer high-quality resources for both curricular and research purposes that will benefit all departments and colleges at Binghamton University.
  
  For more information, visit the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Matt Gallagher or visit https://libnews.binghamton.edu/news/2025/03/25/the-libraries-expand-access-with-cambridge-ebooks/

• Relay For Life: April 11

  Relay For Life: April 11

  The American Cancer Society invites the campus community to Relay For Life, the largest student-run fundraiser at Binghamton University. This year, the goal is to raise $30,000 to support cancer patients, fund treatments and advance life-saving research.
  
  The event will be held from 4 p.m. to midnight on Friday, April 11, in the Mandela Room and Old Union Hall. The theme is casino/Roaring 20's and will feature casino games, competitions, prizes and food.
  
  Wear purple on Thursday, April 10, to help spread the word. Register at the link below by selecting "Join this Relay." The proceeds of the $25 fee go to ACS.
  
  Once registered, you’ll receive a confirmation email with event details and resources. If you’re unable to attend in person, you can still participate virtually or make a donation to support the cause. Survivors and caregivers attend for free.
  
  For more information, contact atacs@binghamtonsa.org.

  For More Information:

  Contact American Cancer Society or visit https://secure.acsevents.org/site/TR/RelayForLife/RFLCY25NER?pg=entry&fr_id=109965

• Bing in the Spring: Add your events, programs and activities to B-Engaged!

  Bing in the Spring: Add your events, programs and activities to B-Engaged!

  This year, the Stress-free Bing Committee is kicking things off even earlier with "Bing in the Spring", a collaborative effort to highlight all events from March 17 onward. Our goal is to support students as they return from spring break and de-stress as they navigate the end of the semester.
  
  Add your events to B-Engaged:
  1. Publish your event(s) on B-Engaged
  2. Use the “Stress-free Bing” event tag
  3. Add “The Union and Campus Activities” as a co-host
  
  Need help with B-Engaged? Contact bengaged@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Peter Nardone or visit https://bengaged.binghamton.edu/events?topic_tags=6516977&embed=1

• Nature Preserve accessibility survey

  Nature Preserve accessibility survey

  The Physical Accessibility Committee at Binghamton University is evaluating accessibility at the Nature Preserve. The committee is currently exploring options to make the section of the Marsh Trail from the Lot M parking lot to the wooden bridge more accessible. Feedback from individuals who use the nature preserve is important in helping understand the needs of the community and prioritize improvements.
  
  Take a few minutes to answer the Nature Preserve Accessibility Survey, which should take less than 5 minutes. All responses will remain anonymous. The deadline to complete this survey is 11:59 p.m. April 15.
  
  If you experience any issues while completing the survey or have additional questions, contact gcotten1@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Peter Nardone or visit https://binghamton.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8DnJtlFgiCRwuAS

• Bearcat Bowl — Social Justice Challenge

  Bearcat Bowl — Social Justice Challenge

  Employee Engagement is pleased to announce the next challenge of the ongoing Bearcat Bowl. In collaboration with the UDiversity Educational Institute, join the Social Justice Challenge. Employees of all classifications are encouraged to sign up for and attend the "Building Bridges to Cultural Competency" series either in person or virtually, as well as sign up for and attend the "Conflict Resolution for Leaders: Restorative Practices in Action" series.
  
  As part of the Bearcat Bowl, employees will be awarded one divisional point for attending half of the sessions of either series, two divisional points for completing a series and three points for completing both series completely. You can sign up for either series through B-Engaged at the link below.
  
  For questions about the Social Justice Challenge, contact Andre Mathis, employee engagement specialist, at amathis@binghamton.edu. For questions related to the series mentioned, contact Jennifer Smith, coordinator of restorative practices, at jsmith96@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Andre Mathis or visit https://bengaged.binghamton.edu/

• Provost's Award For Faculty Excellence In Community-Engaged Teaching

  Provost's Award For Faculty Excellence In Community-Engaged Teaching

  The Provost's Award for Faculty Excellence in Community-Engaged Teaching honors Binghamton University faculty who have demonstrated an exemplary commitment to community engagement that helps to create meaningful change through their teaching. Community-engaged teaching involves faculty, students and community (local, regional/state, national and/or global) in a mutually beneficial exchange of knowledge and resources in a context of partnership and reciprocity.
  
  Completed nomination packets must be submitted electronically to the Center for Learning and Teaching at clt@binghamton.edu no later than Friday, April 18. Click the link below to learn more.

  For More Information:

  Contact Barry Brenton or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/academics/provost/excellence-awards/provost-community-teaching.html

• Provost's Award For Faculty Excellence In Community-Engaged Scholarship

  Provost's Award For Faculty Excellence In Community-Engaged Scholarship

  The Provost's Award for Faculty Excellence in Community-Engaged Teaching honors Binghamton University faculty who have demonstrated through their scholarship an exemplary commitment to community engagement that helps to create meaningful change through community-engaged research or creative activity. Community engagement describes the collaboration between institutions of higher education and their larger communities (local, regional/state, national, global) for the mutually beneficial exchange of knowledge and resources in a context of partnership and reciprocity. Click the link below to learn more.
  
  Completed nomination packets must be submitted electronically to the Center for Learning and Teaching at clt@binghamton.edu no later than Friday, April 18.

  For More Information:

  Contact Barry Brenton or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/academics/provost/excellence-awards/provost-community-scholarship.html

• Ross University and Community Projects Fund accepting applications

  Ross University and Community Projects Fund accepting applications

  The fund will award approximately $31,300 in grants to support initiatives carried out through collaborations between local nonprofit organizations and University partners.
  
  Additional information, examples of past funded projects and the application materials are available at the link below. Applications are due by Friday, April 18.

  For More Information:

  Contact Sara Hall or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/cce/community-partners/therossfund.html

• Bearcat Bowl-Give Back Challenge: Part 1

  Bearcat Bowl-Give Back Challenge: Part 1

  As the University strives towards a more employee engagement atmosphere and with many employees engaging in community service, the Giveback Challenge is the place where the two connect. This portion of the competition will allow for the University to showcase another example of community service!
  
  Divisions will be competing for points through a clothing drive. Employees are asked to donate new and or gently used men's clothing (coats, hats, gloves, scarves, shirts, pants, shorts, ties, dress shirts and dress pants) that will be donated to the Binghamton Rescue Mission.
  
  Divisions will earn one point for each large bag of donations placed in the respective donation bins.
  
  For questions about the Give Back Challenge or the Bearcat Bowl, reach out to Andre Mathis, employee engagement specialist, at amathis@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Andre Mathis or visit https://rescuemissionalliance.org/locations/binghamton/

• President's Award for Staff Excellence in Community Engagement

  President's Award for Staff Excellence in Community Engagement

  The President's Award for Staff Excellence in Community Engagement recognizes Binghamton University staff who have demonstrated an exemplary commitment to community engagement that contributes to meaningful change. Staff will be recognized for their community work, such as board service, volunteering, fundraising and other community-benefiting activities that take place outside of their employee role.
  
  One honoree will be selected annually and will receive $1,000. Nominees will be reviewed based on the following criteria:
  
  - Depth of community involvement (length of time, level of responsibility, etc.)
  - Scope of community involvement (range of activities and/or organizations impacted)
  - Impact of involvement on our community
  
  To submit a nomination, submit the following materials to the Center for Civic Engagement at cce@binghamton.edu no later than Friday, April 25:
  
  - Nomination letter, maximum two pages, speaking to selection criteria
  - One letter of support from a community organization that briefly describes the impact of the nominee's involvement
  - Faculty, staff, students and community partners are all encouraged to nominate award candidates. Self-nominations are also welcomed.
  
  Questions should be directed to Jeremy Pelletier, at jpellet@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Jeremy Pelletier or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/cce/impactbing/recognition.html

• Donor-funded scholarships now available for students

  Donor-funded scholarships now available for students

  Donor-funded scholarships for the upcoming 2025-26 academic year are now available! Encourage students to apply for scholarships using the link below. The deadline is Sunday, April 27.
  
  Questions can be sent to Jenniffer Efthymious, at jefthymi@binghamton.edu or at 7-6927.

  For More Information:

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

• Donor-funded scholarships now available for students

  Donor-funded scholarships now available for students

  Donor-funded scholarships for the upcoming 2025-26 academic year are now available! Encourage students to apply for scholarships using the link below. The deadline is Sunday, April 27.
  
  Questions can be sent to Jenniffer Efthymious, at jefthymi@binghamton.edu or at 7-6927.

  For More Information:

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

• SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference — sponsorship opportunities

  SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference — sponsorship opportunities

  On April 28, Binghamton University will host the SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference. It is the first time Binghamton has hosted this conference, and it is the only campus holding the conference this year. Over three hundred student and faculty attendees from across the system are expected to attend.
  
  If any campus unit or office is interested in sponsorship opportunities at SURC, contact Rachel Coker at rcoker@binghamton.edu for more details and/or discussion.

  For More Information:

  Contact Rachel Coker or visit https://cpd.suny.edu/surc/

• Libraries Special Collections Book Arts Competition now accepting submissions

  Libraries Special Collections Book Arts Competition now accepting submissions

  The Libraries’ Special Collections announces its third annual juried student book arts competition with an entry deadline of Monday, April 28.
  
  Book Arts is anything that is inspired by, engages with or challenges the book form or the idea of the book. The competition seeks to recognize and celebrate the creativity of Binghamton University students and promote engagement with the book arts.
  
  The chosen winner of the competition will be awarded $500, and their piece will become part of the Libraries' collections and be discoverable in the catalog.
  
  For more info on eligibility, submission guidelines and more, visit the latest Special Collections blog post at the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Blythe Roveland-Brenton or visit https://libnews.binghamton.edu/specialcollections/2025/02/20/special-collections-student-book-arts-competition-in-its-third-year

• Using your e-transportation device on campus

  Using your e-transportation device on campus

  As the weather warms up, Environmental Health and Safety reminds the campus community that e-transportation devices must be registered. The process is free and quick!
  
  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.
  
  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, hybrid or electric vehicles, 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

  For More Information:

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

• SADDI Grant applications now open

  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

• Volunteer for physical therapy student labs

  Volunteer for physical therapy student labs

  Are you or someone you know living with a neurological condition like stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s Disease, spinal cord injury, ALS, or Guillain-Barré Syndrome? The Department of Physical Therapy is looking for volunteers to participate in hands-on learning labs for Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students.
  
  Participation will provide invaluable learning opportunities for future physical therapists while helping them understand and improve their skills in working with neurological conditions. You will provide valuable, real-life insight to students.
  
  Volunteers are anticipated to participate in 7-8 hands-on learning labs (each lab is two hours long) where YOU are the patient.
  
  These hands-on labs will take place between Feb. and April 2025, at the Division of Physical Therapy, 48 Corliss Avenue, Johnson City, NY. Exact dates and times will be shared after contact.
  
  Free parking will be provided to participants.
  
  If you’re interested, contact Gurpreet Singh, at gsingh@binghamton.edu or 913-832-7605, or Sue O’Brien, at sobrien@binghamton.edu or 585-747-7310. Click the link below to learn more.

  For More Information:

  Contact Gurpreet Singh or visit https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1YoROn6QYVkl3Q0v2q6LHt__sKXctM_pQ

• La Table Française Tuesdays

  La Table Française Tuesdays

  Venez nombreux, la Table française est de retour!
  
  The French Table will meet this semester from 5:30-7 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Appalachian Dining Hall! Find the group near the big windows overlooking campus in the second-floor dining area.
  
  The first meeting will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 28. Students, faculty, staff and local community members of all levels, backgrounds and goals are invited for lively conversation in French.
  
  Contact Miller McLean, at mmclean2@binghamton.edu, with any questions or to be added to our mailing list.

  For More Information:

  Contact Miller McLean

• Faculty — sign up to participate in Commencement 2025

  Faculty — sign up to participate in Commencement 2025

  The Commencement Office invites all faculty to participate in the Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies.
  
  Commencement is a special weekend for graduates and their guests. Nothing honors graduates more than the presence of the faculty who guided them through their time here. Register at the link below by May 1 to sit on stage.
  
  Commencement ceremonies will be held May 15, 16 and 17.
  
  For questions or further information, visit the link below or contact Sarah LoPiccolo, at sarah.lopiccolo@binghamton.edu.

  For More Information:

  Contact Sarah LoPiccolo or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/commencement/faculty-staff/

• Title IX Newsletter

  Title IX Newsletter

  The Title IX Office releases a semesterly newsletter to update the campus community about planned activities, important updates and opportunities for engagement. Find news and updates for the spring semester at the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Katy Perry or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/services/title-ix/about/newsletter.html

Health and Wellness

• From farm to your table: Join the summer farm share program

  From farm to your table: Join the summer farm share program

  It’s back! The Russell Farms and B-Healthy farm share collaboration returns for Summer 2025. Signing up is simple — choose your share size (a box of seasonal fruits and vegetables), add any optional upgrades and get ready for 10 weeks of fresh, local produce.
  
  Pickups are from 3–5 p.m. every Wednesday, starting June 6, in the circle in front of the East Gym (Lot E). Each week, you’ll also receive a newsletter from Russell Farms with share details, swap options and recipes to try. Sign up online by following the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Kimberly Peabody or visit https://russell-farm.com/shop/csa/farm-share-binghamton-university-program/

NCAA Division I Athletics

• 35th Annual Matthews Auto Bearcats Golf Classic

  35th Annual Matthews Auto Bearcats Golf Classic

  Join the Division of Athletics for the 35th Annual Matthews Auto Bearcats Golf Classic on Thursday, May 29, at The Links at Hiawatha Landing. Team Sponsor and Individual Packages are available for both morning and afternoon sessions. Space is limited, so register today!
  
  For more details, visit the website at the link below or contact athletics@binghamton.edu or phone at 7-2043.

  For More Information:

  Contact Division of Athletics or visit https://binghamtonbearcats.com/sports/2014/12/4/GEN_1204140134.aspx

Recreation

• Registration open now for the pickleball doubles tournament

  Registration open now for the pickleball doubles tournament

  Grab a partner and register online using the link below with your Binghamton.edu email. Matches will take place on Saturday, April 5 — don’t miss out on your chance to earn the IM champ t-shirt!
  
  Registration closes at 11:30 p.m. Monday, March 31.

  For More Information:

  Contact Darby Carr or visit https://www.imleagues.com/spa/league/6edf300a1bae4873a72c21baf85f9528/home#leaguename

• Family and Relative English Experience — Join the conversation

  Family and Relative English Experience — Join the conversation

  TESOL has restarted the Family and Relative English Experience (F.R.E.E.) program in the Spring 2025 semester.
  
  Adult relatives of Binghamton University international students can join TESOL on campus to practice English conversation skills weekly from 12:30-3 p.m. on Tuesdays in Room AB-234, Academic Building B.
  
  Register for these events at: https://forms.gle/3eZTrasUhLpGtPsd8

  For More Information:

  Contact Noel Merritt or visit https://www.canva.com/design/DAGW9FDrUCs/DBoJUMfC8As6hNLb3b8tyg/view?utm_content=DAGW9FDrUCs&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h1a400bbd74

Research

• Research advising for undergraduates at the ESURC

  Research advising for undergraduates at the ESURC

  Encourage undergraduates to visit the External Scholarships and Undergraduate Research Center (ESURC) for walk-in advising hours to ask questions about how to get involved with research on campus. Student and professional staff can provide guidance with any research-related questions, including learning about campus research opportunity postings (CROP), scholarship and award databases, how to approach and network with faculty, how to join a research lab and where to apply for funded summer research experiences.
  
  See the events calendar at the link below for the schedule of walk-in advising in UU 260.

  For More Information:

  Contact Beth Polzin or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/student-research-and-scholarship/about/events.html

• Seeking people for a study on vocal effort (paid)

  Seeking people for a study on vocal effort (paid)

  Binghamton University is conducting a research study to investigate the factors (e.g., gender) that affect the amount of effort a person uses when they speak.
  
  The Division of Speech and Language Pathology is recruiting people between 18-50 years of age who have healthy voice function and speak English as their first language. If eligible, participants will be asked to speak at a loud volume, like you would in a restaurant. Data is collected from a microphone and participant self-ratings. The experiment takes place at Binghamton University’s JC Building, 10 Gannet Drive (next to the Johnson City Walmart), and takes approximately 1.5-2 hours to complete. Compensation is $20/hour.
  
  For more information, email Nichole Houle at vocalgenderlab@gmail.com or call (607) 777-4729 and ask for the Vocal Effort Study.

  For More Information:

  Contact Nichole Houle

• Mothers of 7-15 year-olds wanted for research study (paid)

  Mothers of 7-15 year-olds wanted for research study (paid)

  Researchers are studying how stress and moods impact families and how this may change as kids age into adolescence.
  
  The Binghamton Mother-Child Study is interested in families that have a lot of stress, as well as those who have lower levels of stress. Mothers and their children earn $300 each for completing the study.

  For More Information:

  Contact Brandon Gibb or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/psychology/labs/moodresearch/

• Teenagers ages 12-17 wanted for research study (paid)

  Teenagers ages 12-17 wanted for research study (paid)

  Researchers are studying the link between brain activity and moods in teenagers. The Psychology Mood Research Lab is specifically recruiting parents and teens who have experienced periods of depression.
  
  Teens earn over $70 for participating; click the link below to learn more.

  For More Information:

  Contact Brandon Gibb or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/psychology/labs/teen/

• Seeking mothers of 6–12-month-olds for a study of infant development (paid)

  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 the link below or call (607) 777-3304 and ask for the Infant Study. Earn up to $250 for participating in the study.

  For More Information:

  Contact Brandon Gibb or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/psychology/labs/infant/

• BUPNUR Summer research positions application — now open

  BUPNUR Summer research positions application — now open

  The Binghamton University Projects for New Undergraduate Researchers (BUPNUR) Summer '25 application form is now open. Binghamton undergraduates who have not had any college-level research experiences and are not graduating in May 2025 are eligible to apply.
  
  Research positions are full-time 40 hours/week commitments for eight weeks of summer research on a faculty-led project. Each student researcher will receive a $5000 stipend but no additional housing allotment.
  
  The guide to faculty-led projects and the application can be found on the External Scholarships and Undergraduate Research Center webpage at the link below.
  
  The deadline to apply is March 31. Funding decisions will be made in mid-April.

  For More Information:

  Contact Stephen Ortiz or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/student-research-and-scholarship/undergraduate-research/projects.html

• Digital Humanities Research Institute (DHRI) — Call for applications

  Digital Humanities Research Institute (DHRI) — Call for applications

  The fourth biennial Digital Humanities Research Institute (DHRI) is accepting applications through Monday, March 31.
  
  The DHRI, occurring Aug. 4-8, is an opportunity to learn and connect with campus members engaged in Digital Humanities and Digital Scholarship-related research and classroom activities.
  
  The Institute will have different learning tracks for data visualization, text analysis and public humanities platforms.
  
  To learn more and to apply, visit the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Ruth Carpenter or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0MlVx4CmhHq_lGoP2EVOzom53esQDVG9O5_ELfOvwWEOlzg/viewform?usp=sharing

• "Winning Insights: Networking and Info on Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) grants for graduate school"

  "Winning Insights: Networking and Info on Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) grants for graduate school"

  Encourage undergraduate and master’s students planning on applying for a doctorate in scientific research and first-year graduate students completing a doctorate in scientific research to join the Graduate School for a networking and information session to learn more about the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP). This second Spring 2025 event, held from 1:30-2:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 1, in the LN 1324C (the Learning Studio, Center for Learning and Teaching), offers an opportunity to meet current recipients of NSF GRFP awards and hear from faculty and staff about applying to this prestigious, funded graduate fellowship.
  
  The purpose of the NSF GRFP is to help ensure the quality, vitality and diversity of the scientific and engineering workforce of the U.S. NSF actively encourages the submission of applications from the full spectrum of diverse talent that society has to offer, including underrepresented and underserved communities. The five-year Fellowship provides three years of financial support, including an annual stipend of $37,000.
  
  This event is organized by Erica Sausner, the professional development specialist of the Graduate School, and Beth Polzin, associate director of the External Scholarships and Undergraduate Research Center (ESURC).

  For More Information:

  Contact Erica Sausner or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2277750

• Binghamton HistoryForge transcription event: April 3

  Binghamton HistoryForge transcription event: April 3

  Join the Libraries for this HistoryForge Transcription Event from 3:30-5 p.m. Thursday, April 3, in the Bartle Library Digital Scholarship Center.
  
  HistoryForge is a collaborative digital project between the university and the local community, where volunteers transcribe census data to create an open-access interactive map of Binghamton's past. By mapping census data, HistoryForge makes the area's history more accessible to its residents and produces a database at an individual level that creates opportunities for future research of the local area. Students and volunteer transcribers will gain hands-on experience working with primary source documents and contributing to a digital history project.
  
  For more information, visit the link below.

  For More Information:

  Contact Mary Tuttle or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2282061

• ME Graduate Research Symposium: April 4

  ME Graduate Research Symposium: April 4

  Join the Department of Mechanical Engineering for the ME Graduate Research Symposium poster presentation from 10 a.m. to noon on Friday, April 4, in the ITC Building, Symposium Hallway.

  For More Information:

  Contact Bridget Tiska

• Summer Research Immersion Program

  Summer Research Immersion Program

  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 the 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, 8 credits total).
  
  Additionally, FtRI will be running research in the 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, 4 credits). Following successful completion of FtRI, student researchers will be enrolled in the Fall 2025 FRI course (Research Stream II course, 4 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 programs can be found on the website below, including a video explanation of these courses and the process of applying or registering.
  
  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

• Research advising for undergraduates at the ESURC

  Research advising for undergraduates at the ESURC

  Encourage undergraduates to visit the External Scholarships and Undergraduate Research Center (ESURC) for walk-in advising hours, where they can ask questions about how to get involved with research on campus. Student and professional staff can provide guidance with any research-related questions, including learning about campus research opportunity postings (CROP), scholarship and award databases, how to approach and network with faculty, how to join a research lab and where to apply for funded summer research experiences.
  
  See the events calendar at the link below for the schedule of walk-in advising in UU 260, tabling times and Zoom advising appointments.

  For More Information:

  Contact Beth Polzin or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/student-research-and-scholarship/about/events.html

• Seeking trans and nonbinary identifying individuals for a study on vocal effort (paid)

  Seeking trans and nonbinary identifying individuals for a study on vocal effort (paid)

  The Vocal Effort Study is conducting research to investigate how gender identity and expression affect the amount of effort a person uses when they speak.
  
  The lab is recruiting trans-identifying individuals (those who are transgender, genderqueer, nonbinary, gender fluid, etc.) who are between 18-50 years of age, have healthy voice function and speak English as their first language.
  
  If eligible, participants will be asked to speak at a loud volume, like you would in a restaurant. They collect data from a microphone and participant self-ratings. The experiment takes place at Binghamton University’s JC Building, 10 Gannet Drive (next to the Johnson City Walmart) and takes approximately 1.5-2 hours to complete. Compensation is $20/hour.
  
  For more information, email Nichole Houle at vocalgenderlab@gmail.com, or call (607) 777-4729 and ask for the Vocal Effort Study.

  For More Information:

  Contact Nichole Houle

• What are you planning for Research Days?

  What are you planning for Research Days?

  Binghamton University will celebrate research and scholarly work with a series of events from April 28-May 2.
  
  The Research Days calendar already features programs such as student poster sessions, the Art of Science exhibit opening and the 3 Minute Thesis contest. Student groups are invited to participate, too!
  
  Complete the form at: https://forms.gle/39gjfLTdUTmgGEyL9 to add a workshop, guest speaker, panel discussion or other program to the Research Days schedule of events.

  For More Information:

  Contact Rachel Coker or visit https://go.binghamton.edu/researchdays

Speakers and Lectures

• "A Re-evaluation of South Asian Muslim Women in Ayad Akhtar's Works" lecture: March 31

  "A Re-evaluation of South Asian Muslim Women in Ayad Akhtar's Works" lecture: March 31

  Join the Department of Asian and Asian American Studies for a guest lecture by Lopamudra Basu titled "A Re-evaluation of South Asian Muslim Women in Ayad Akhtar's Works" at 6 p.m. Monday, March 31, online via Zoom.
  
  Register for the event at the link below.
  

  For More Information:

  Contact Muhammad Waqar Azeem or visit https://binghamton.zoom.us/meeting/register/ZPnywdT1QEmWq6EOqfUYzg#/registration

• CoCo seminar, "Trailology: Mapping the Boundaries of a New Field of Study": March 31

  CoCo seminar, "Trailology: Mapping the Boundaries of a New Field of Study": March 31

  There will be a Binghamton Center of Complex Systems (CoCo) seminar at noon on Monday, March 31, in Engineering Building T-1 as well as on Zoom, via: https://binghamton.zoom.us/j/99913766586?pwd=MKjoOzrDpmfupOAhZ7gGF6SbdZvdtO.1
  
  Shay Rabineau, of the Judaic Studies Department at Binghamton University, will speak on "Trailology: Mapping the Boundaries of a New Field of Study." More details can be found online at the link below.
  
  Light lunch and refreshments will be served. Followed by open discussions. E-mail Hiroki Sayama, at sayama@binghamton.edu, for more information.

  For More Information:

  Contact Hiroki Sayama or visit https://coco.binghamton.edu/shay-rabineau.pdf

• CEMERS lecture series April 2: “Cultural Preservation and Intellectual Feuds in Netherworld Traveling: Dante, Immanuel of Rome, and Abraham be Yagel”

  CEMERS lecture series April 2: “Cultural Preservation and Intellectual Feuds in Netherworld Traveling: Dante, Immanuel of Rome, and Abraham be Yagel”

  The Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies (CEMERS), co-sponsored by the Romance Languages and the Judaic Studies Departments, invites you to join a lecture series at 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, in the IASH Conference Room, LN 1106, for “Cultural Preservation and Intellectual Feuds in Netherworld Traveling: Dante, Immanuel of Rome, and Abraham be Yagel” with guest speaker Alberto Gelmi, assistant professor of Italian at Vassar College.
  
  Italian Jewries are among the oldest and most diverse communities in the Jewish diaspora, stretching all over the Italian peninsula and continuously subject to displacement and resettlement, accommodating newcomers and refugees from other parts of Europe and the Mediterranean basin. Italian Jews wrote copiously in a variety of languages, from romance vernaculars to Hebrew and Yiddish, operating in a literary polysystem that negotiated distinctly Jewish elements and themes with predominantly Christian forms and conventions. A tour of Hell and Heaven is a common narrative trope that Jews and Christians alike employ to address a variety of theological, ethical, political and scriptural concerns. Stories of netherworld exploration thus represent a fertile ground for investigating issues of intercultural exchange and confessional idiosyncrasy. This talk focuses on three such journeys, looking at Dante’s "Commedia," the undisputed masterpiece in the genre, Immanuel of Rome’s early 14th century "Composition of Tophet and Eden" and Abraham Yagel’s late 16th century "A Valley of Vision." These accounts of Hell help situate their respective first-person narrators as intellectuals and artists vis-à-vis the cultural environment of their time and how their authors work to secure a place for themselves in the arena of Jewish-Italian letters.

  For More Information:

  Contact Misty Lou Finch or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/cemers/

• Mario and Antoinette Romano Lecture: April 2

  Mario and Antoinette Romano Lecture: April 2

  Milette Gaifman, the Andrew Downey Orrick Professor of Classics and History of Art at Yale University, will give this year’s Mario and Antoinette Romano Lecture at 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, in Admissions Center Room 189.
  
  Her lecture, “Dionysos in the City Square: From Ancient Athens to the United States,” will explore the history of a landmark erected in democratic Athens after a victory in a choral competition and how it became a model for architectural structures across the United States.
  
  A scholar of ancient art and archaeology, Gaifman’s work focuses primarily on Greek art of the Archaic and Classical periods. She is the author of "Aniconism in Greek Antiquity and The Art of Libation in Classical Athens." Her current book project, "A Landmark Through Time: On Classifying Greek Art and Architecture" (forthcoming with Chicago University Press), is the revised and expanded version of the Louise Smith Bross Lectures she delivered at the Art Institute of Chicago and the Department of Art History at the University of Chicago in 2018.
  
  The lecture is sponsored by the Mario and Antoinette Romano Endowment, the Art History Department and Harpur College of Arts and Sciences.

  For More Information:

  Contact Leah Joggerst

• SPEL Colloquium: April 4

  SPEL Colloquium: April 4

  Join the Philosophy graduate program in social, political, ethical and legal philosophy (SPEL) for a colloquium from 2-4 p.m. Friday, April 4, in UUW 324. Carol Gould, distinguished professor of philosophy and political science at the City University of New York at Hunter College and the Graduate Center, will be presenting “Democracy in Dark Times: Towards a Radical Reconstruction.”

  For More Information:

  Contact NIcole Alfarano

• NERCCS 2025, April 9-11: Eighth Northeast Regional Conference on Complex Systems

  NERCCS 2025, April 9-11: Eighth Northeast Regional Conference on Complex Systems

  NERCCS 2025, the Eighth Northeast Regional Conference on Complex Systems, will be held on April 9-11 in the Innovative Technologies Complex. Registration is now open.
  
  To learn about the keynote speakers, click here:
  https://nerccs2025.github.io/#section-speakers
  
  To read the conference program:
  https://nerccs2025.github.io/#section-program
  
  To register for the event, click here:
  https://nerccs2025.github.io/#section-registration

  For More Information:

  Contact Hiroki Sayama or visit https://nerccs2025.github.io/

• Frontiers of Prevention International Forum: April 4-5

  Frontiers of Prevention International Forum: April 4-5

  The Institute for Genocide and Mass Atrocity's (I-GMAP) presents an international forum, Frontiers of Prevention, from April 4-5 at the University Downtown Center.
  
  Since 2017, Frontiers of Prevention, I-GMAP’s annual international forum, has brought academic researchers and prevention practitioners from governments, international organizations and civil society to Binghamton’s downtown campus for two days of conversation, sharing notes and experiences, and forming new professional connections and networks.
  
  Unlike more familiar academic conferences, Frontiers of Prevention has a workshop format. Over the meeting's two days, several extended thematic sessions, without formal presentations, allow participants and audience members to explore topics in depth, to make connections among different thematic panels and to pursue collaborations and test new ideas.
  
  Frontiers of Prevention includes the annual Nadia Rubaii Prize and Lecture, recognizing an atrocity prevention practitioner of exceptional courage, compassion and dedication.
  
  The conference is free. Panel topics include:
  - "On the Genocide and Mass Atrocity Frontier 2025: Opening Expert Discussion"
  - "Catastrophe in Sudan: What Way Forward?"
  - "Preventing Identity-Based Violence from the Ground Up"
  - Nadia Rubaii Memorial Lecture: "Shared Grief, Shared Hope: Israelis and Palestinians for Peace," presented by Parents Circle-Families Forum
  - "After the Ceasefire: Short- and Medium-Term Options for Protection and Accountability in Gaza"
  - "Safer Havens: State-Civil Society Collaboration for Better Protection of Refugees in Kenya"
  - "Atrocity Risk in the Second Trump Administration: Risks, Triggers, Responses"
  - "Education and Prevention"

  For More Information:

  Contact Nicole Barren or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/i-gmap/events-news/conference/frontiers25.html

• Public Health in Action lecture series April 10: "Gender-Affirming Care 101"

  Public Health in Action lecture series April 10: "Gender-Affirming Care 101"

  This lecture will offer introductory information about gender-affirming care, as well as the role of speech-language pathologists in gender-affirming care.
  
  Join the Master of Public Health program from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 10, in HSB 102. Light refreshments will be provided. Click the link below to RSVP or learn more.

  For More Information:

  Contact Mitchell Brooks or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2278679

• The Annual CEMERS Spring 2025 Lecture series, calendar of events

  The Annual CEMERS Spring 2025 Lecture series, calendar of events

  Join the Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, in the IASH Conference Room, LN 1106,
  for a talk by Yasmine Seale, poet, translator, and visiting professor at Columbia University, titled “Love and Loss in Medieval Cordoba: On Translating The Ring of the Dove." This opening event of the annual CEMERS Spring 2025 Lecture series is co-sponsored by TRIP, MEAMS and CMENAS.
  
  At noon on Wednesday, March 19, in the IASH Conference Room, LN 1106, Olivia Holmes, professor of English, Italian and medieval studies at Binghamton University will present “Dante, Personal Immortality, and the Possible Intellect." This lecture is sponsored by IASH.
  
  At 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, in the IASH Conference Room, LN 1106, Mohamad Ballan, assistant professor of history at Stony Brook University, will present “Borderland Anxieties: Genealogy, Religion, and Sovereignty in Late Medieval Granada." This lecture is co-sponsored by the History Department.
  
  At 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, in the IASH Conference Room, LN 1106, Alberto Gelmi, assistant professor of Italian at Vassar College, will present “Cultural Preservation and Intellectual Feuds in Netherworld Traveling: Dante, Immanuel of Rome, and Abraham be Yagel." This lecture is co-sponsored by the Romance Languages Department.
  
  At 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, in the IASH Conference Room, LN 1106, Buckingham Professor of New Testament Criticism and Interpretation at Yale Divinity School, Laura Nasrallah, will present “At the Limits of Language: Amulets, Curses, and Glossolalia." This lecture is co-sponsored by the History Department.
  
  The Annual Ferber Lecture will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 23, in the IASH Conference Room, LN 1106. Maeve Doyle, associate professor and chair of art and art history at Eastern Connecticut State University, will present “Genderqueerness in the Reliquary State of Saint Foy: Transing the Art History Canon." This year's lecture is sponsored by the Art History Department.
  
  Finally, the CEMERS Undergraduate Conference in Medieval Studies, co-sponsored by the departments of English and art history, Harpur Edge, IASH, MEAMS and the ESURC, will take place on Saturday, April 26, in the University Downtown Center.

  For More Information:

  Contact Misty Finch or visit https://www.binghamton.edu/cemers/events/index.html

Training and Workshops

• Get lifeguard certified on campus

  Get lifeguard certified on campus

  The aquatics staff at the East Gym Rec Center pool will offer an American Red Cross lifeguard certification course from March 28–30. These courses are open to students, faculty, staff and the general public. Participants must be 15 years of age and pass a swim tread swim sequence and timed event before class.
  
  Learn more and register at the link below.

  For More Information:

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

• "Binghamton Traditions" workshop: April 8

  "Binghamton Traditions" workshop: April 8

  The University Center for Training and Development will hold a “The Binghamton Tradition” workshop from 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 8, in University Union 111. Whether you are one of our newest employees or have been here for many years, there is much to learn about Binghamton University.
  
  Hosted by the Office of Human Resources, the Binghamton Tradition brings together employees from different areas of campus to celebrate the unique role of each employee in making this a special place. Learn about our history, enjoy a video from the early days and explore our traditions of growth and excellence.

  For More Information:

  Contact Nicole Gregg or visit https://bengaged.binghamton.edu/uctd/rsvp_boot?id=2281489

• Digital Accessibility workshop series: April 11

  Digital Accessibility workshop series: April 11

  New legal rules for digital accessibility are just around the corner. This workshop series will cover how to create and maintain accessible digital content in multiple formats and platforms. Learn why accessibility matters and how to build accessible content with tips, tools and best practices. Sessions will include hands-on time, and participants are encouraged to bring their questions and files needing accessibility fixes.
  
  Speakers will include accessibility experts from the Libraries, ITS, CLT and SSD. Join the Technology Access Advisory Group (TAAG) as we kick off a year-long quest to make Binghamton University’s digital footprint inclusive and accessible for all!
  
  Take a deep dive into writing useful alternative text and/or image descriptions from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Friday, April 11, at UU 325. Meagan Helfrich, disability services specialist with SSD, and Krista Poppe, accessibility compliance coordinator in ITS, will give examples of how to write alternative text for complex images. Bring your images, and we will help you with your problem charts, diagrams, etc. Lunch will be provided.

  For More Information:

  Contact Paula Russell or visit https://cglink.me/2eQ/r2281644