BINGHAMTON, NY – Binghamton University’s Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) is holding its fifth annual Showcase of Community Opportunities from noon-3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, in the Nelson Mandela Room, located in the University Union, on campus. This event is free and open to the public.

The showcase provides a venue for faculty, staff, student groups and community organizations to display their work, recruit students and other partners, and make connections. Student attendees have the opportunity to speak with program representatives from on and off campus about how to get involved in the community.

Over 75 area organizations, service-oriented student groups and University departments and offices are expected to attend. The CCE works with communities within and beyond the University’s campus to provide meaningful opportunities to students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members. The CCE supports the fostering of academic, personal and professional growth through civic engagement to develop active citizens.

For questions or more information about the showcase, contact Christie Zwahlen at 607-777-4287 or via e-mail at cce@binghamton.edu. To learn more about the CCE, visit http://www.binghamton.edu/cce/.