IMPROVING CAMPUS INFRASTRUCTURE
Some of the major improvements to infrastructure completed over the summer are very visible; others are not. Read in this issue about the many major projects completed by Physical Facilities and Information Technology Services, as well as the new programs offered by the University Center for Training and Development.
SCHOOL OF PHARMACY AND PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES OPENS NEW BUILDING
The opening of the new, $60-million School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University's Health Sciences Campus in Johnson City, N.Y., headlines this quarterly report, but there's also good news about collaborations, external funding and student successes. Read more in this issue.
SUCCESSFUL INITIATIVES SUPPORT STUDENTS
It takes donors at many levels to make Binghamton University successful, and in this issue of the quarterly report, you can read about a number of them. Whether it's AVANGRID offering full-tuition scholarships and capstone project support, or playing golf to benefit the Alumni Legacy Scholarship, the Division of Advancement works with Binghamton supporters.
BINGHAMTON RESEARCH FUNDING SETS RECORD
Binghamton University reported research expenditures totaling $47.5 million in 2017-18, an increase of about 19 percent from the previous fiscal year. The figure tops 2011-12, the campus’ all-time best year for research funding, when just over $40 million was reported. The new record, which follows several years of steady growth, is an important sign of the campus’ creativity and innovation. Healthcare research accounted for nearly a third of expenditures, with electronics packaging and systems engineering following at about 22 percent.
BAXTER THE BEARCAT BOOSTS SCHOOL SPIRIT
The Division of Student Affairs spent the summer hosting students and families for orientation and preparing for the opening of the fall semester. With some new people on board and some others with new duties, it has been a busy time. Not too busy, though, to show Binghamton University pride, as you'll read about the new Baxter the Bearcat Bench in the University Union in this issue.
STUDENT-ATHLETES CONTINUE TO SUCCEED ACADEMICALLY
Student-athletes continue to shine on and off the courts and fields. The Athletics Department sets high academic standards, and student-athletes surpass them across the board. Read about the accomplishments made by student-athletes in their sports and in the classroom – and check out the videos showcasing fall sports and the new women's head basketball coach, Bethann Shapiro Ord, in this issue.
HELPING TO MAKE THE CAMPUS MORE INCLUSIVE
The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion works to educate and empower everyone on campus in ways that create a welcoming community. From the Udiversity Educational Institute, that holds trainings for students, faculty and staff, to the Multicultural Resource Center and Q Center, the division's offices that work to build bridges and support students though education and events such as Sundaze, part of its Welcome Week programming. Read about the division's recent initiatives in this report.
DONOR SUPPORT ADVANCES BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY
The Binghamton University Foundation had a successful 2017-18 year, bringing in the second highest amount of cash ever in support of the University. Read the numbers in this issue of the quarterly report, and learn one way the Foundation celebrates its donors.
Binghamton University Ross Fund announces community project grants
The Broome County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and the Johnson Classroom Elements and Teacher Workshops have been chosen for this year’s round of funding from the Stephen David Ross Binghamton University and Community Projects Fund.
Since its inception, the Ross Fund has provided money for creative and innovative cooperative efforts between the University and local non-profit organizations to enhance the quality of life in Greater Binghamton. Nine proposals were submitted for consideration for the 2014-15 funding. After review by a panel of University and community representatives, two projects will receive a total of $10,000.
In conjunction with the Center for Civic Engagement at Binghamton University, the Broome County Office of Emergency Services will receive a grant totaling $3,500. The funding will be used to continue training and purchase uniforms and safety equipment for new Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteers. Broome County’s CERT volunteers provide an auxiliary force of trained emergency workers who can respond, assist and support emergency professionals. Proactive preparedness is essential and a Community Emergency Response Team is an important asset to Broome County’s emergency response.
The second Ross Fund grant will be used toward strengthening the links between the WSKG Public Telecommunications Council and the Graduate School of Education at Binghamton University. An award of $6,500 will be granted to support the Johnson Classroom Elements and Teacher Workshops. The intent is to share local history with younger generations of Broome County. This program will offer free, on-demand educational resources to Broome County teachers. Subsequently, it will strengthen the existing partnership between WSKG and Graduate School of Education, providing pre-service teachers (Binghamton students) with real-life experience.