Administrative
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Important payroll information (NYS) for Dec. 31
Important payroll information (NYS) for Dec. 31
Faculty, staff, and graduate/teaching assistants paid via the New York State payroll will be paid on Tuesday, Dec. 31, since NYS does not issue paychecks on a holiday. Normally, the scheduled pay date would have fallen on New Year's Day, Jan. 1, 2025.
If you fall into one of these employment categories, and you do not have direct deposit set up, the payroll distribution office (Couper Admin second-floor windows) will open on Dec. 31 between the hours of 11 a.m.-1 p.m. for individual paycheck pickup. Department bundles will not be released at that time. A photo ID is required to collect a paycheck.
Questions regarding paycheck pickup should be directed to Mary Bell or Cheryl Robinson, at clrobin@binghamton.edu, before Dec. 24.For More Information:
Contact Cheryl Robinson
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Holiday Period 2024-25 and required Annual Compliance training
Holiday Period 2024-25 and required Annual Compliance training
For more information on the holiday break and required Annual Compliance training, visit the "News" section on the Human Resources Website at the link below.
For More Information:
Contact Sara DeClemente-Hammoud or visit /offices/human-resources/news/index.html
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Campus mourns Gerald Kutcher, emeritus professor of history
Campus mourns Gerald Kutcher, emeritus professor of history
Gerald "Jerry" Kutcher, 82, emeritus professor of history, died unexpectedly on Dec. 8, 2024.
Kutcher earned a doctorate in physics from the City University of New York in 1972 and went on to pursue a career in medical physics, during which time he held research and administrative positions at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York (1989-98), the Department of Oncology in the University of Ziekenhaus, Leuven, Belgium (1998-2001), and the Department of Radiation Oncology at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York (2001-4).
In May 2002, he earned another doctorate in history and philosophy of science from the University of Cambridge and embarked on a teaching and research career in the history of medicine, which brought him to the Department of History at 黑料视频, where he worked for 16 years. He was also an affiliate scholar in the Department of the History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Cambridge (2015-20).
Kutcher was a Guggenheim Fellow (2011-12), and published extensively in both medical physics and the history of science, including his monograph, "Contested Medicine: Cancer Research and the Military" (Chicago, 2009).
He is survived by his spouse, Marilynn Desmond, a distinguished professor of English and medieval studies at 黑料视频.
A memorial service in Binghamton is planned in the New Year and will be announced; online condolences may be posted at the link below.For More Information:
Contact Marilynn R Desmond or visit
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NYSHIP 2025 Option Transfer Period and insurance rates
NYSHIP 2025 Option Transfer Period and insurance rates
The 2025 NYSHIP Option Transfer Period, including the Pre-Tax Contribution Program, will run until Dec. 31, 2024. You don't need to do anything if you are not changing your health plan or NYSHIP tax election for 2025. If you are enrolled in the NYSHIP Opt-Out Program for 2024, the benefit will automatically continue in 2025.
Option Transfer is also the one time during the year you may cancel your health insurance coverage or change from family to individual coverage without a qualifying event.
Note this is not an "open enrollment" period. Employees who would like to make changes to their health coverage or tax election for 2025 must submit a completed PS404 Health Insurance Transaction Form to Human Resources in AD 242 no later than Dec. 31, 2024. NYSHIP enrollees will soon receive Option Transfer information by mail, which they are encouraged to review.
Click the link below for the 2025 Biweekly NYSHIP rates, which will begin with the paycheck dated Dec. 31, 2024 (as Jan. 1 is a holiday).For More Information:
Contact Luanne Stento or visit /offices/human-resources/benefits/2025_rates_faculty_staff.pdf
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SUNY Voluntary Savings Plan 2025 Contribution Limits
SUNY Voluntary Savings Plan 2025 Contribution Limits
The SUNY Voluntary Savings Plans (VSP) provide employees with a convenient way to save money for retirement via payroll deduction. Employees have the opportunity to concurrently enroll in both the 403(b) Plan AND the 457 Plan.
The IRS has announced a new contribution limit category for those who will be aged 60-63 as of Dec. 31, 2025.
Refer to the 2025 VSP Memo via the link below for plan information, how to enroll or how to change your existing biweekly contribution, and contact information if you wish to arrange a free retirement planning consultation appointment with any of the VSP vendors.For More Information:
Contact Luanne Stento or visit /offices/human-resources/benefits/retirement/vsp_memo_2025.pdf
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Call for 黑料视频 experts
Call for 黑料视频 experts
The Office of Media and Public Relations helps to promote Binghamton faculty and their expertise around the world. The Office has access to a great new service called Qwoted that helps connect faculty with journalists looking for expert commentary on their stories.
Using this service, many Binghamton faculty have landed quotes in high-profile publications like The New York Times, Forbes, GQ, Real Simple and more. To take part in this opportunity and have a chance to get your expertise out there in major news outlets, fill out the survey at the link below.
Check out the Binghamton Newsroom here:For More Information:
Contact Ryan Yarosh or visit
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Campus mourns Gerald Kadish, former distinguished teaching professor of history
Campus mourns Gerald Kadish, former distinguished teaching professor of history
Gerald "Gerry" Kadish, 92, former distinguished teaching professor of history, died Dec. 8.
Following a two-year sojourn in Germany with the U.S. Army, Kadish attended Hunter College and then earned his doctorate at the Oriental Institute at the University of Chicago.
Kadish began working for the History Department at 黑料视频 in July 1963 and advanced through the ranks of assistant professor, associate and professor before earning the title of distinguished in 2007. His career spanned 50 years at 黑料视频, beginning when the University was still Harpur College. He taught all of the ancient histories 鈥 Greek, Roman and ancient Near East 鈥 but his main love was ancient Egypt, where he researched and traveled frequently. He retired in July 2013 at age 80.
It was Kadish's wish that there be no funeral; his ashes will go to Heart Lake in Quebec, a place that he loved. Memorial contributions may be made to Mercy House in Endicott, N.Y., the hospice where he spent his last days, or to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent in the care of Hopler and Eschbach, 483 Chenango, Binghamton, N.Y. 13901.For More Information:
Contact Dateline or visit
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Cody Kreps honored with STAR Award
Cody Kreps honored with STAR Award
Cody Kreps, academic program specialist in the Harpur College of Arts and Sciences, received the STAR Award earlier this week. The award, given monthly, recognizes outstanding service by faculty and staff members within the 黑料视频 community. Colleagues Kathy Brunt, Tina Chronopoulos, Dave Clark, Erin Cody, Hans Gindlesberger, Paul Gorelik and Shannon Monell nominated Kreps, praising his meticulous work and fresh perspective on the job. Cody wrote that Kreps is quick to take on new challenges.
鈥淎 lot of the work that Cody does is so behind the scenes and administrative that he could be overlooked for praise in his role,鈥 she added. 鈥淚 cannot say enough just how much he shines as a star for his colleagues in Harpur and for our students. Not everyone may know, but he is part of what keeps us premier every day.鈥
Kreps received a letter from President Stenger, a check for $100, a special coffee mug and a STAR pin.
For more information about the award or to submit a nomination for a co-worker, visit the link below.For More Information:
Contact Rachel Coker or visit /offices/human-resources/employees/star-award.html
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NY State Ethics Commission (COELIG) 2024 Ethics training requirement
NY State Ethics Commission (COELIG) 2024 Ethics training requirement
To all employees who received an email from the NY State Ethics Commission (COELIG) regarding the 2024 Ethics training requirement, note that the campus is integrating an Ethics module into the B-Comply program, which will launch on Thursday, Dec. 26. Completing this module will satisfy the mandatory training requirement.
Alternatively, weekly campus Ethics training sessions are available, conducted via Zoom. If this option is preferred, register for a campus session at the link provided below.For More Information:
Contact Victoria Metritikas or visit
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Weather-related absences
Weather-related absences
Winter is quickly approaching, and with it comes a refresher on the campus policies on winter preparedness and planning.
Visit the "News" section on the Human Resources website below for additional information.For More Information:
Contact Sara DeClemente-Hammoud or visit /offices/human-resources/news/index.html
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Faculty: Submit Spring 2025 specialized software requests for public computing facilities
Faculty: Submit Spring 2025 specialized software requests for public computing facilities
Information Technology Services asks faculty to submit any specialized software requests for the public computing facilities for the Spring semester by Jan. 3, 2025. As individuals do not have the permissions to download and install software on public computers, submitting a request allows faculty to influence the selection of software available to students. Fill out the Computer Lab Software request form at the link below to request installation. Requesting software early helps to ensure it is available for students when they need it.
Contact the ITS Help Desk with questions, at 607-777-6420.For More Information:
Contact Help Desk or visit
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Personal packages sent to campus
Personal packages sent to campus
Support Services provided by Central Receiving are for delivery and pickup of packages related only to University business. Official University packages shall be defined as those required for the purpose of the University and are limited to items necessary for the conduct of the sender鈥檚 official University responsibilities. Since all packages are sorted and delivered through Central Receiving, shipping and receiving personal items to the University is not permitted as state resources cannot be used for personal matters. Additionally, the University cannot assume the liability for receipt of personal deliveries.
Here are some alternatives to having deliveries sent to your office:
- Make arrangements with family or friends to receive your package while you are at work.
- Make alternate arrangements to receive your packages:
* Customize your delivery with FedEx to other convenient locations that have 鈥淗old at Location鈥 service.
* Manage your package deliveries through the U.S. Postal Service with its 鈥淚nformed Delivery鈥 service and request re-delivery of mail you missed receiving.
* Change your UPS package delivery location both before and after an initial delivery attempt.For More Information:
Contact Dateline
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Operation Cleanup Jan. 6-10, service requests due Jan. 3
Operation Cleanup Jan. 6-10, service requests due Jan. 3
Facilities Management's annual Operation Cleanup connects the department with the campus community to make a special effort to assist in the disposal of unwanted/obsolete equipment, files or other items.
Operation Cleanup will take place Jan. 6-10. Service requests are due Friday, Jan. 3. Facilities Management will support this effort with extra dumpsters, recycling receptacles or confidential shred bins. Before submitting a service request, review the procedures on the Operation Cleanup webpage.For More Information:
Contact Facilities Operations Center or visit /facilities-management/operationcleanup.html
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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 鈥淩鈥 lots available for parking. See the parking map for 24-hour 鈥淩鈥 lot locations.For More Information:
Contact TAPS or visit /maps/pdfs/campus_map.pdf
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Nominations sought for the Provost鈥檚 Award for Faculty Excellence in Undergraduate Research Mentoring
Nominations sought for the Provost鈥檚 Award for Faculty Excellence in Undergraduate Research Mentoring
Nominations are being sought for the Provost鈥檚 Award for Faculty Excellence in Undergraduate Research Mentoring. This award honors a 黑料视频 faculty member who has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment as a mentor of undergraduate students in research, scholarship or creative activities outside of normal course assignments.
Nominations will be made by program chairs and undergraduate directors. Nominators should indicate their intention to nominate a faculty colleague with a notice to Allie Dugan by Friday, Jan. 31, 2025; final nomination packets are due by Tuesday, March 4, 2025. All materials should be submitted electronically to Allie Dugan, at pdugan@binghamton.edu, in Enrollment Management.
For more information go online to the link below. Contact Don Loewen with questions at (607) 777-2142 or via djloewen@binghamton.edu with questions.For More Information:
Contact P. Allie Dugan or visit /academics/provost/excellence-awards/research-ex-award.html
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Send inclement weather delays or cancellations to Dateline
Send inclement weather delays or cancellations to Dateline
In the event of inclement weather, events may be delayed or canceled, and buildings on campus may be closed. This information should be available to students, faculty and staff, and can often be included on the B-ALERT page.
If a building your department or division manages closes because of inclement weather, or you expect changes to events that have previously appeared in Dateline or B-Line, send a message to Dateline at dateline@binghamton.edu as soon as possible to ensure a timely update to the campus community.For More Information:
Contact Dateline
Arts and Entertainment
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Art Exhibition Competition 鈥 now open for submissions
Art Exhibition Competition 鈥 now open for submissions
The Kaschak Institute for Social Justice for Women and Girls, the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and SUNY Broome are launching an art competition in honor of International Women's Day. Participants are invited to celebrate and highlight the essence of heroines 鈥 the women and individuals who inspire with their courage, strength and impactful contributions to society. Through your art, you are encouraged to interpret the idea of a 'heroine 鈥 a rainbow in someone's cloud' in ways that resonate with you.
The contest is open to all students, faculty and staff at 黑料视频 and SUNY Broome. Winners will receive $250 in each of five categories: Visual Art, Writing, Performing Arts, Cinema and Graphic Design.
The deadline for the contest is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14. For guidelines and how to apply, visit the link below.For More Information:
Contact Shelly Ross or visit
Career Development
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Professional vacancy: Technical support analyst
Professional vacancy: Technical support analyst
Professional vacancy: Technical support analyst
For More Information:
Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit
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Professional vacancy: Windows systems administrator
Professional vacancy: Windows systems administrator
Professional vacancy: Windows systems administrator
For More Information:
Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit
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Professional vacancy: Data solutions developer
Professional vacancy: Data solutions developer
Professional vacancy: Data solutions developer
For More Information:
Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit
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Professional vacancy: Assistant athletic trainer
Professional vacancy: Assistant athletic trainer
Professional vacancy: Assistant athletic trainer
For More Information:
Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit
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Professional vacancy: Deputy chief of police
Professional vacancy: Deputy chief of police
Professional vacancy: Deputy chief of police (Internal Only)
For More Information:
Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit
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Professional vacancy: Collegiate professor in the Dickinson Community
Professional vacancy: Collegiate professor in the Dickinson Community
The provost invites applications from tenured faculty members for the position of collegiate professor in the Dickinson Community with a July 1, 2025 start date.
Click the link below to learn more.For More Information:
Contact Stephen Ortiz or visit
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Professional vacancy: Administrative coordinator, pharmacy practice
Professional vacancy: Administrative coordinator, pharmacy practice
Professional vacancy: Administrative coordinator, pharmacy practice
For More Information:
Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit
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Professional vacancy: Postdoctoral associate, School of Computing
Professional vacancy: Postdoctoral associate, School of Computing
Professional vacancy: Postdoctoral associate, School of Computing
For More Information:
Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit
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Professional vacancy: Academic programs coordinator
Professional vacancy: Academic programs coordinator
Professional vacancy: Academic programs coordinator
For More Information:
Contact Kathy Gallagher or visit
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Professional vacancy: Senior counselor, Athletics specialist
Professional vacancy: Senior counselor, Athletics specialist
Professional vacancy: Senior counselor, Athletics specialist
For More Information:
Contact Chelsey Fletcher or visit
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Research Foundation vacancy: Heterogeneous Integration Roadmap (HIR) Fellow
Research Foundation vacancy: Heterogeneous Integration Roadmap (HIR) Fellow
In collaboration with the sponsors of this position, The Center for Advanced Microelectronics Manufacturing (CAMM) at 黑料视频, State University of New York, is pleased to announce the position of HIR Fellow. This position has been established to bring this volunteer-driven initiative to a higher level of efficiency, collaborative depth and greater value to the microelectronics community, and this individual will be a key catalyst for continued evolution, growth and adoption of the HIR.
The HIR Fellow will be appointed to work under the direction of the HIR International Roadmap Committee (IRC) to primarily facilitate the technical integration of the roadmap. The IRC will be composed of representatives from the three IEEE societies (EPS, Photonics and EDS), SEMI, 黑料视频 and ASME EPPD.
For more information and to apply, click the link provided below.For More Information:
Contact Adam Chavez or visit
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Professional vacancy: Fire safety systems coordinator
Professional vacancy: Fire safety systems coordinator
Professional vacancy: Fire safety systems coordinator
For More Information:
Contact Chelsey Fletcher or visit
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Professional vacancy: Graduate recruiter, Watson College
Professional vacancy: Graduate recruiter, Watson College
Professional vacancy: Graduate recruiter, Watson College
For More Information:
Contact Chelsey Fletcher or visit
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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 /academics/provost/ida.html
Construction
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Site work East Gym bridge renovation
Site work East Gym bridge renovation
Site work for the construction of a bridge for the East Gym renovation project will begin Friday, Nov. 15. The bridge is being put in place so that materials can be delivered to the project site without disrupting campus. Site work will include the installation of a silt fence along Fuller Hollow Creek, tree removal, placement of equipment and excavation. The bridge will be located adjacent to the pedestrian bridge which will remain open throughout the project.
Contact Gregg Konnick, project coordinator, with any questions, at gkonnick@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Gregg Konnick
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Hinman volleyball court renovation
Hinman volleyball court renovation
A contractor will begin renovation of the Hinman Community volleyball court on Friday, Nov. 15. Temporary fencing will be installed around the perimeter of the work area. Pedestrian routes may be temporarily affected for short periods during the project to accommodate material deliveries. The project will take approximately a month to complete.
Contact Nick Corcoran, project coordinator, with any questions at, corcoran@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Nick Corcoran
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Book moves from Science Library to Bartle: Oct. 7-Jan. 1
Book moves from Science Library to Bartle: Oct. 7-Jan. 1
As the Library third floor renovation project nears completion, more than 400,000 books will be moved from the Science Library back to Bartle's third floor from Oct. 7 through Jan. 1. One loading dock space adjacent to the dumpsters at Bartle and the Science Library loading dock will be closed for exclusive use for the book movers from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. during this period.
Contact project coordinator Renee Andrews with any questions, at randrews@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Renee Andrews
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Upcoming Library/Tech Hub elevator renovations
Upcoming Library/Tech Hub elevator renovations
Two elevator renovation projects will kick off in the next two weeks. In the Library, work will begin on Monday, Sept. 30, on elevator #26, located off the Library loading dock. Work in the first month will involve asbestos abatement. Containment areas will be set up on each floor served by the elevator. There will be pedestrian detours on the ground floor only to get around the containment area. Signs will be posted to guide pedestrians. Work on this elevator is expected to be complete in mid-February.
Work on elevator #32 in the Tech Hub will begin Tuesday, Oct. 1. This elevator is located near the loading dock. No abatement is involved in this renovation. Work will be completed in mid to late February.
Contact project coordinator Gregg Konnick with any questions, at gkonnick@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Gregg Konnick
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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
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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
General
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EBSCOhost update will provide new features to library databases, changes to custom folders
EBSCOhost update will provide new features to library databases, changes to custom folders
In early Jan. 2025, EBSCOhost, the platform for many of the Libraries鈥 subscription databases, will be updated with a new user interface.
IMPORTANT: If you use custom folders, you must move or download saved items in your custom or shared folders to your "My Folder." Any items saved to custom or shared folders will not be migrated, as there is no custom folder option in the new interface. If you are a MyEBSCO folder user, your "My Folder" will transition to the new user interface.
For more information on the update and instructions for transferring saved folders, visit the Libraries News story below.For More Information:
Contact Libraries Administration or visit
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Facilities Management reduced services: Dec. 25-Jan. 1
Facilities Management reduced services: Dec. 25-Jan. 1
Facilities Management will attempt to create utility savings between Dec. 25-Jan. 1. Employees working in academic or administrative buildings could experience reduced temperatures and should dress accordingly.
Staff who intend to work over the break and do not have a key or card access to unlock their building should either work with their building administrator for access or go to University Police for assistance in accessing the building.
All research labs, including the Biotechnology Building, Engineering and Science Building, Center of Excellence, Smart Energy, Science 2, Science 3, Science 4, Science 5 and the School of Pharmacy will maintain normal temperatures.
Regular custodial services will end at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24. Be sure to dispose of food waste in corridor or restroom trash cans before then. Regular services will resume Thursday, Jan. 2.
The Facilities Operations Center walkup window (including key pickup/return) will be closed Dec. 24-27 and Jan. 1, but will be open from 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Dec. 30-31. Routine, non-urgent requests should be submitted via online Maximo Service Request, and emergency requests should be called into (607) 777-2226 (24/7/365).
The FM Warehouse/Central Receiving will be closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1, including receiving and small package delivery.
Campus Mail Services will start winter hours on Dec. 16 through Jan. 17. During this period, hours will be 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday through Friday, with window hours from noon to 2:50 p.m. Campus Mail Services will close at 11 a.m. on Dec. 24 and will be closed on Dec. 25. Hours from Dec. 26 - Dec. 31 will be 7-11 a.m. with no mail runs or window hours. Departments may come to Campus Mail and pick up their mail from 8:30-10:45 a.m.
Be sure that all windows in your area are closed before leaving for the break. Also, make sure to unplug appliances. "Phantom" loads, or the power consumed by any device while it is switched off, occur in most appliances that use electricity, such as VCRs, televisions, stereos, computers and kitchen appliances. In the average home, 75% of the electricity used to power electronics is consumed while the products are turned off. This can be avoided by unplugging the appliance or using a power strip and using the switch on the power strip to cut all power to the appliance. Remember to unplug all unnecessary appliances before you leave for winter break.For More Information:
Contact Facilities Operations Center or visit /facilities-management/about/holiday-break-dervices.html
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Reusable bags for Food Pantry 鈥 donations needed
Reusable bags for Food Pantry 鈥 donations needed
The Food Pantry needs reusable shopping bags to fulfill weekly orders. If you have bags left over from an event, are looking to clean out a storage closet, or even have a personal collection of reusable bags that you would be willing to donate, let the Food Pantry know by emailing bpantry@binghamton.edu.
For More Information:
Contact Food Pantry or visit /services/pantry/index.html
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Faculty representatives to the Presidential search committee have been selected
Faculty representatives to the Presidential search committee have been selected
Thank you to everyone who participated in the process of selecting faculty to serve on the presidential search committee, including the nominees, the faculty supporters in the nomination process, all voters and staff support.
Join in appreciation of colleagues representing faculty on the Presidential search committee (in alphabetical order):
- Paul Chiarot, Watson College, Mechanical Engineering
- Tina Chronopoulus, Harpur College, Middle Eastern and Ancient Mediterranean Studies
- Eric Cotts, Harpur College, Physics, Applied Physics and Astronomy
- Komla Dzigbede, CCPA, Public Administration and Policy
- Barry Jones, Harpur College, Economics
- Debi Mishra, SOM, Marketing
- Sue O'Brien, Decker College, Physical Therapy
Thank you, faculty representatives!
See the complete memo below for full information on the faculty representatives and the elected alternates.
Aaron Beedle, Chair, Faculty SenateFor More Information:
Contact Aaron Beedle or visit
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Fall semester OCCT and BC Transit service update
Fall semester OCCT and BC Transit service update
OCCT will end service for the fall semester on Friday, Dec. 13. A full list of start times for the final trip of each route can be found on the OCCT website at the link below. The ITC/Campus shuttle will run a combined service from 8 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday during the semester break, except Dec. 24 through Jan. 1.
BC Transit extra service on Route 15 and Route 16 has ended service for the semester break. BC Transit will continue to run all other routes as scheduled. For a full list of route information, visit the BC Transit website at:For More Information:
Contact TAPS or visit
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Visions Federal Credit Union on-campus branch closed: Dec. 23鈥揓an. 1
Visions Federal Credit Union on-campus branch closed: Dec. 23鈥揓an. 1
The Visions Federal Credit Union on-campus branch will be closed Monday, Dec. 23, through Wednesday, Jan. 1.
All four ATMs on campus will be available for use. ATMs are located outside Dunkin', in the University Union next to the branch, inside the Bartle Library Tower near Jazzman鈥檚 and outside the Events Center. For online transactions, visit the Visions website at the link below.
The on-campus branch will reopen for regular business hours Thursday, Jan. 2.For More Information:
Contact Auxiliary Services or visit
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Finals week and semester break Food Pantry pick-up hours
Finals week and semester break Food Pantry pick-up hours
The Campus Food Pantry pick-up hours for finals week can be found below. Hours will be limited during the semester break and will be posted on the Food Pantry website at the link below. Spring semester hours for both pantries will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
- 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday, Dec. 9
- 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 10
- 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 11
- 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 12
- Closed Friday, Dec. 13, through Wednesday, Jan. 1For More Information:
Contact Food Pantry or visit /services/pantry/index.html
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Bookstore closed Dec. 23-Jan. 1
Bookstore closed Dec. 23-Jan. 1
The bookstore will be closed Dec. 23- Jan. 1. Staff will be in periodically to accept shipments.
Click the link below to shop online.For More Information:
Contact Binghamton Bookstore or visit
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Nominate for the Woman of Achievement Award
Nominate for the Woman of Achievement Award
Each year, 黑料视频 Women (BUW) recognizes excellence and leadership in our organization with a Woman of Achievement Award from the Broome County Status of Women Council.
Nominees should be members in good standing with a record of leadership and service to the organization, their profession and the community. Perhaps your interest group leader has been going the extra mile? Or you鈥檝e found a role model who is making a difference? Nominate them today!
Nominations should describe the candidate鈥檚 achievements both inside and outside of BUW including service/volunteerism, professional credentials, hobbies/activities and anything else relevant you can think of.
The selected nominee will be celebrated at a special luncheon on Saturday, March 8, at Traditions at the Glen. The luncheon includes an award ceremony highlighting the Women of Achievement from local organizations, nonprofits and members of the Status of Women Council.
Send nominations, along with a color photo of the nominee, to Michelle Gardner, BUW president, at mgardner@binghamton.edu, no later than Monday, Jan. 6.For More Information:
Contact Sharon ONeill
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Information Booth and Welcome Center hours during semester break
Information Booth and Welcome Center hours during semester break
The Information Booth will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 23 through Sunday, Jan. 5. The Welcome Center will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 25 through Wednesday, Jan. 1. The Welcome Center will be open from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, and Friday, Jan. 3. Both will reopen with regular semester hours beginning Monday, Jan. 6.
For More Information:
Contact TAPS or visit /services/transportation-and-parking/contact/
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DEI Recruitment: Holiday break schedule
DEI Recruitment: Holiday break schedule
The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and the recruitment search team will be out of the office starting Monday, Dec. 23, and will return on Thursday, Jan. 2. Note that all requests submitted after 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20, will be reviewed and addressed upon return.
For More Information:
Contact DEI
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Lower LT parking lot closed Jan. 6-17
Lower LT parking lot closed Jan. 6-17
The lower section of Lot LT will be closed for parking lot repairs from Monday, Jan. 6, through Friday, Jan. 17, to both vehicles and pedestrians. During this time, ADA-accessible parking spaces will be temporarily moved to the upper section of Lot LT.
See the campus map below for additional parking options.For More Information:
Contact Parking Services or visit /maps/pdfs/campus_map.pdf
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OFPC annual fire inspection coming soon
OFPC annual fire inspection coming soon
The annual campus fire inspection by staff from the NYS Office of Fire Prevention and Control will begin in January. Inspectors will be accompanied by campus staff from Environmental Health and Safety, Facilities Management and/or Residential Life, as appropriate.
A list of common fire violations can be found at the link below.
Look around your area. If you identify any fire safety issues, place a work order for repair through Facilities Management, or contact Environmental Health and Safety at 7-2211 for additional assistance.For More Information:
Contact Environmental Health & Safety or visit /offices/environmental-health-safety/fire-prevention/common-violations.html
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Alternate side parking rules are in effect: Dec. 1-March 15
Alternate side parking rules are in effect: Dec. 1-March 15
The City of Binghamton's winter alternate side parking rules will go into effect from Dec. 1-March 15.
- On even calendar days, park on the even side of the street until 5 p.m.
- On odd calendar days, park on the odd side of the street until 5 p.m.
- The change in parking occurs each day at 5 p.m. For example, since Monday, Dec. 2, is an even day, vehicles must be moved to the odd side of the street at 5 p.m. Residents should think, 鈥淧ark for tomorrow.鈥
- Rules are in effect 24 hours per day.
- Alternate side parking rules apply to all City streets, including those with parking on only one side.
- Streets with no parking on both sides of the street remain no parking zones on both sides. In these cases, alternate-side parking does not apply.
- Rules do not apply for kiosk parking.
Click the link below to learn more.For More Information:
Contact Joseph Gallagher or visit
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SADDI Grant applications now open
SADDI Grant applications now open
The SADDI Grant was created to streamline funding through 黑料视频鈥檚 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 /student-affairs/initiatives/saddi/grant/index.html
NCAA Division I Athletics
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Women's Basketball vs. SUNY Geneseo: Dec. 30
Women's Basketball vs. SUNY Geneseo: Dec. 30
Join 黑料视频 Athletics at 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30, at Dr. Bai Lee Court at the Events Center, as the Women's Basketball team takes on SUNY Geneseo.
Click the link below to view the full schedule.For More Information:
Contact Liz Flynn or visit
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20th Annual Celebrating Women's Athletics Luncheon
20th Annual Celebrating Women's Athletics Luncheon
Join Binghamton Athletics for the 20th Annual Celebrating Women's Athletics Luncheon on Feb. 24, 2025. This year, Binghamton is thrilled to welcome back Emily Mackay, 2024 Olympian and 黑料视频 cross country and track and field alum, as the featured speaker.
To purchase tickets, use the link below. For more information, reach out to athletics@binghamton.edu or call 607-777-2043. Follow Instagram and Facebook @BearcatsCWAL for additional information.For More Information:
Contact Shannon Croston or visit
Recreation
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December modified hours at East Gym, Rec Center
December modified hours at East Gym, Rec Center
The East Gym will close at 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, and remain closed for the weekend, Saturday, Dec. 14, and Sunday, Dec. 15. The following week (Dec. 16-20*), FitSpace will have open access to anyone with a valid BingU ID, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
The building, including FitSpace, will be closed from Dec. 21-Jan. 5, and will reopen on Monday, Jan. 6. Check the Google calendar on for updates.
*Note: the women鈥檚 locker room will be unavailable this week for shower tiling upgrades.For More Information:
Contact Holly Brown
Research
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Weekly expert alert
Weekly expert alert
New expert requests:
1. What does the Secretary of Defense do? As part of a series on presidential Cabinet positions, The Conversation is looking for a scholar of the Defense Department who can explain what the Secretary of Defense does 鈥 including some description of the department's tasks and how it affects the public.
2. What does the Secretary of Homeland Security do? As part of a series on presidential Cabinet positions, The Conversation is looking for a scholar of homeland security who can explain what the Secretary of Homeland Security does 鈥 including some description of the department's tasks as a whole and how it affects the public.
3. Curious Kids 鈥 "Why do dogs prefer trash over actual toys?": The Conversation is looking for a scholar to write a short (~600-700 words), fun and thoughtful piece geared to young readers (and interested adults) that answers the question: 鈥淲hy do dogs prefer trash over actual toys?鈥 The Conversation encourages scholars of color, but suggest anyone you think is a good fit. When responding, share a link to the profile of the scholar you have in mind.
4. Curious Kids 鈥 "When does a kid become an adult?": The Conversation is looking for a scholar to write a short (~600-700 words), fun and thoughtful piece geared toward young readers (and interested adults) that answers the question: 鈥淲hen does a kid become an adult?鈥 The desk encourages scholars of color, but suggest anyone you think is a good fit. When responding, share a link to the profile of the scholar you have in mind.
5. Curious Kids 鈥 "Why is the sky blue?": The Conversation is looking for a scholar to write a short (~600-700 words), fun and thoughtful piece geared toward young readers (and interested adults) that answers the question "Why is the sky blue?鈥 The Conversation encourages scholars of color, but suggest anyone you think is a good fit. When responding, share a link to the profile of the scholar you have in mind.
6. Syrian diaspora communities near Detroit: The Conversation is interested in hearing from scholars who can write about Syrian communities in Michigan. The desk is open to all ideas, but some initial questions include: What have been the various waves of migration to the region? What kind of communities have been built in Michigan? How has the Syrian population in Michigan interacted with their home country during the Assad regime through remittances, travel or other ways of connecting 鈥 and how may that change now? The desk is looking for pitches based on published scholarship.
7. 2025 housing market in South Florida: The Conversation would love help understanding the real estate market in South Florida. What are the three indicators that show where things are headed? How does insurance (and the struggle to get insured) factor into that? Are enough homes being built, and at an affordable price? Ideally, the scholar will pick three data points and use them to draw a picture of the market going into the new year.
8. Director of the CDC: As part of our pre-Inauguration Cabinet explainer series, The Conversation is looking for a scholar to write about how the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is chosen, what the confirmation process looks like and how the person overseeing the agency could shape its role in health care policy. In addition, the desk would like the piece to explain what a day or week in the life of the CDC director looks like, which positions and agencies they work closely with and how the CDC could be reshaped under the incoming Trump administration.
9. Crimes that captivate: The Conversation is looking for a scholar who can help explain why certain crimes and criminals captivate the public鈥檚 attention. The killer of the UHC CEO is one clear example of this, but there are other examples of criminals, like Jesse James and Bonnie and Clyde, for example, who were praised for their crimes at bank robberies by many people. Is this about populism, mystery and intrigue or something else?
10. What does the Postmaster General do? As part of a series on important governmental positions, The Conversation is looking for a scholar who can help explain what the Postmaster General does. The published piece should cover the current role while including a bit of its long history. What is the Postmaster鈥檚 budget and how many employees does he manage? What is its importance in rural places?
11. What does the Secretary of Veterans Affairs do? As part of a series on presidential Cabinet positions, The Conversation is looking for a scholar of veterans issues who can explain what the Secretary of Veterans Affairs does 鈥 including some description of the department's tasks and how it affects the public.
12. Religion and Russian politics: In the past few weeks, the Russian government has banned adoptions to countries where gender transition is legal, and outlawed messaging about child-free lifestyles 鈥 continuing its 鈥榯raditional family values鈥 campaign. The Conversation is looking for scholars who can write about how this years-long campaign is playing out, both at home and abroad.
13. What does the U.S. Ambassador to the UN do? As part of a series on presidential cabinet positions, The Conversation is looking for a scholar who can help explain what the U.S. Ambassador to the UN actually does. Why is the job so important?
14. Jesse Jackson career: The Conversation is looking for a scholar to write about Jesse Jackson鈥檚 long career and his influence on U.S. politics.
15. The relationship between yoga and meridians: The Conversation is looking for scholars to write about the concept of energy meridians and how that might work during meditation or yoga practice.
16. Gregorian calendar: With the New Year coming up, The Conversation is looking for scholars to write about how the Gregorian calendar came to be accepted over much of the world.
17. Birds of Notre Dame Cathedral: Many species of birds were lost in the fire that destroyed the cathedral five years ago. Following the restoration and reopening of the cathedral, The Conversation is looking for scholars who do related research to discuss pitches.
18. Museums and repatriation: Harvard鈥檚 Peabody Museum has returned the remains of ancestors to the Oneida Indian Nation. The Conversation is looking for scholars who research museums and repatriation. The desk would be interested in several different angles, such as: What is the process of repatriation, and how long does it take? Have museums emerged as the new site of healing?
19. What is "freeganism"?: An anti-capitalist and anti-consumption movement called "freeganism" appears to be gaining ground worldwide. The Conversation is looking for scholars to explain freegans and the beliefs and practices behind the idea.
20. Black History Month and religion: The Ethics + Religion desk seeks pitches related to Black History Month in February. The Conversation is interested in scholarship on the Black church but are open to other ideas surrounding religion and the month.
21. Jobs that undocumented workers have: The Conversation is seeking a scholar who can give readers a broad picture of the work that undocumented people do in the United States. This labor-focused article will both sum up what share of this community is doing, say, farmwork or meatpacking, as well as point out what percentage of all farmworkers are undocumented.
22. End-of-year giving: Many nonprofits get a big boost in giving in the last month or two of the year. This article will explain why that is, how this pattern might be changing and indicate why it鈥檚 good or bad for the nonprofits.For More Information:
Contact Ryan Yarosh or visit /news/home/conversation/
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Call for entries: Art of Science Competition
Call for entries: Art of Science Competition
The Office of Research Advancement invites entries from Binghamton students, postdocs, faculty and staff members for the 2025 Art of Science competition. Images will be judged in two categories: "The World Around Us," for images in which the subject is visible to the naked eye; and "Visualizing the Unseen," for images captured with the use of optics that extend beyond what the eye can see, such as microscopes and telescopes. The top prize will be a pair of augmented reality glasses! Entries for 2025 should have been created no earlier than 2022. The submission deadline is Feb. 21, 2025. Visit the link below for more details and submit your images at:
Questions? Contact Martha Terry, at mterry@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Martha Terry or visit /research/division-offices/research-advancement/art-of-science/index.html
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Seeking breast milk donors for paid study
Seeking breast milk donors for paid study
Researchers at 黑料视频 School of Pharmacy are looking for healthy, milk-producing women to donate their excess breast milk (5-20 ounces) for use in research.
The overall purpose of the research is to help develop an assay to help predict medication secretion into breast milk during lactation. You must be 18 years or older to participate. You will be compensated with a $30 gift card for your time.
If interested or looking for more information, contact Allesandra Stratigakis, at astrati1@binghamton.edu. The primary investigator is Assistant Professor Tao Zhang, who can be reached at zhangt@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Allesandra Stratigakis
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Binghamton Faculty Focus: "Teaching Students to Avoid Crypto Scams and Meme Stocks"
Binghamton Faculty Focus: "Teaching Students to Avoid Crypto Scams and Meme Stocks"
Dan McKeever is an assistant professor of finance at 黑料视频's School of Management. McKeever was an economist at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) following the 2008 Financial Crash. Having worked as a regulator, he provides his students with a grounded understanding of finance to help them avoid digital and crypto scams rife within the increasingly gamified financial markets.
Click the link below to learn more!For More Information:
Contact Greg Schuter or visit
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Info Session for the 2025 Summer Scholars and Artists Program (SSAP) 鈥 Save the date
Info Session for the 2025 Summer Scholars and Artists Program (SSAP) 鈥 Save the date
Do you know students likely to have a creative activity or research project, who would benefit from the time, money and mentorship to pursue it? Encourage students to attend our upcoming information session to learn more about the Summer Scholars and Artists Program (SSAP) and hear from undergraduate students who have participated.
The info session takes place from 4-4:45 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, in UU 108. Students can RSVP on B-Engaged at the link below.
SSAP provides awardees with a $3,500 stipend and the option to receive free on-campus housing for eight weeks. Their mentors receive a $1,000 stipend. The deadline to apply is Sunday, Feb. 16.For More Information:
Contact Beth Polzin or visit
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FRI's Summer 2025 research opportunities
FRI's Summer 2025 research opportunities
The First-year Research Immersion program is excited to announce its summer research opportunities for 2025!
This year, the FRI program will run the signature Summer Research Immersion (SRI) program along with the Fast-Track Research Immersion (FtRI) program.
For Summer 2025, SRI will be running research in our Clean Energy (chemistry and physics) stream. Participants will spend the summer researching clean energy technologies and gain valuable experience and knowledge. SRI will run for ten weeks (Summer Sessions I and III, May 27-Aug. 1), and consist of two courses (Research Stream I CHEM 211 and II courses CHEM 311/PHYS 335, eight credits total).
Additionally, FtRI will be running research in our Environmental Visualization research stream. Participants will spend summer session 1 conducting collaborative research in this discipline. FtRI will run for five weeks during Summer Session 1 (May 30 - June 30) and consist of one course (Research Stream I course, four credits). Following successful completion of FtRI, student researchers will be enrolled in the Fall 2025 FRI course (Research Stream II course, four credits) to complete the FRI program alongside current FRI students in the Environmental Visualization stream.
Opportunities after these programs include continued research in faculty laboratories, industry internships and national fellowships. Both programs are competitive, application-based programs and will accept a limited number of students for the summer.
More detailed information about our programs, including a video explanation for these courses and the process of applying or registering, can be found at: /first-year-research-immersion/sri/index.html
Applications will operate on a rolling admission with an initial application review beginning March 3. The application deadline for SRI is April 6.For More Information:
Contact Caitlin Light or visit /first-year-research-immersion/sri/index.html
Speakers and Lectures
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鈥淐onversations Toward a Digital Humanities Research Center鈥: Jan. 31
鈥淐onversations Toward a Digital Humanities Research Center鈥: Jan. 31
Join the Digital Humanities Laboratory Collaborative (DHLC) for an online speaker panel, titled 鈥淐onversations Toward a Digital Humanities Research Center鈥 taking place from 3-4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31, with an in-person audience in Binghamton in the University Library鈥檚 new Digital Scholarship Center.
The Zoom panel features three scholars: Amanda Wyatt Visconti, director of the Scholars鈥 Lab at the University of Virginia's Shannon Library; Matthew Kirschenbaum, department of English at the University of Maryland, College Park; and Nancy Um, associate director of the Getty Research Institute.
The in-person audience will begin with introductory remarks, followed by a back-and-forth Q&A discussion between panelists, drawing from an initial set of prompts. Time permitting, the audience may also ask questions. After the conclusion of the virtual session, the Binghamton in-person audience will continue the conversation in smaller break-out groups.
The panel is part of a year-long thematic series of events and workshops at 黑料视频, offered through the Digital Humanities Laboratory Collaborative (DHLC), ongoing through the spring 2025 semester. The DHLC is part of the 2024-25 Data Science Transdisciplinary Area of Excellence (TAE) Thematic Program, titled: "Transdisciplinary/Interdisciplinary Conversations Towards a Digital Humanities Laboratory."
Zoom and poster links will be forthcoming鈥攕tay tuned!
Questions may be addressed to John Cheng, at jcheng@binghamton.edu. Click the link below to learn more.
Governing body of the DHLC:
John Cheng, Asian and Asian American Studies ( jcheng@binghamton.edu)
Ruth Carpenter, Libraries ( rcarpen@binghamton.edu)
Bradley Skopyk, History ( bskopyk@binghamton.edu)
Kent Schull, History ( kschull@binghamton.edu)For More Information:
Contact John Chen or visit
Training and Workshops
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Spring 2025 Evidence-Based Teaching Institute
Spring 2025 Evidence-Based Teaching Institute
Elevate your teaching by joining the Evidence-Based Teaching Institute, a program modeled after internationally acclaimed instructor training initiatives. Workshops are designed to equip instructors across all disciplines with proven strategies to boost student interest, engagement and learning outcomes.
Participate in interactive sessions that delve into practical techniques for fostering active learning environments, connect with fellow educators to share experiences and collaboratively develop innovative teaching practices and gain access to a wealth of materials supporting the implementation of evidence-based teaching methods.
This institute is open to all current and aspiring faculty and staff, regardless of discipline. Click the link below to learn more.For More Information:
Contact Michelle Withers or visit