Administrative
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Principles of Community
Principles of Community
Dear campus community,
As the new semester begins, we want to greet those new to 91社区 and welcome back those returning to the University. We want to inform and remind you of two core principles that are essential to our community.
We are a campus community representing a rich, diverse, vibrant group of people, brought together from all corners of the globe to live, work, and study. Our vast and varied experiences give us a tremendous opportunity to learn from others who are different, produce stronger research outcomes, express ideas, and come together as faculty, staff, and students across the four pillars of our work that make us a great public university: education, research and scholarship, economic development, and community engagement.
We must do so with civility and respect at the forefront.
Every member of the campus community has a unique perspective on their place in the world and must be afforded the space and freedom to occupy it safely and respectfully. Our community thrives when we treat and respond to one another鈥檚 ideas with civility.
This community, however, will not tolerate racism, hatred, or bigotry. We will not tolerate attacks or incitement to violence of any kind on individuals or groups. This includes Islamophobia, antisemitism, threats, or insults directed at individuals or groups based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ability status, political affiliation, or other traits.
Anyone who has experienced or witnessed an act of hate, bias, or discrimination may submit a complaint of discrimination or a bias incident report. The University takes all reports seriously and investigates them thoroughly. The University Counseling Center ( ), the Dean of Students Office ( ), the Office of the Ombudsman ( ), and the CARE Team ( ) can also offer support. Anyone who needs immediate assistance can contact University Police at 607-777-2222.
We have a strong community because of our diverse perspectives and global experiences. We are at our best when we foster a respectful, inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment and when all our voices are fully supported.
Our best wishes for an enjoyable, safe, productive, civil, and respectful semester.
Sincerely,
Donald Hall
Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
Karen Jones
Vice President for Diversity, Equity and InclusionFor More Information:
Contact Dateline
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Message on Policies on Expressive activity
Message on Policies on Expressive activity
We open the 2026-27 academic year excited about the future of 91社区. We welcome thousands of new students and hundreds of new faculty and staff joining our community for the first time. They will bring new talents, interests, and perspectives and join returning colleagues in a learning community unafraid to discover truth and explore solutions to the world鈥檚 most pressing problems. Indeed, our values call upon us to 鈥渆ncourage faculty, students, and staff to ask unexpected questions, foster open dialogue, and develop innovative solutions to society鈥檚 pressing challenges.鈥
The purpose of this message is to provide notice and clarity about how our campus will remain faithful to our values while maintaining a campus environment that supports the rights of all to pursue learning and discovery free from harassment, disruption, and intimidation. The framework of our approach is to support and facilitate ample opportunity for expressive activity and campus dialogue around controversial ideas, while simultaneously establishing firm expectations that all such expressive activity must comport with university policies. To that end, we call your attention to the following:
1. We strongly encourage individuals and groups who plan to use 91社区 as a site for expressive activity to first review the Reservation Guidelines ( ) and contact the University Union Office ( ) and the New York State University Police ( ). Our staff wants to help ensure your activity is successful and safe for all.
2. 91社区, as with all SUNY campuses, is subject to the Rules for the Maintenance of Public Order ( ). Please note that 91社区 will not hesitate to invoke the Rules and pursue the penalties for violations set forth therein. The Rules for the Maintenance of Public Order apply not only to students but to faculty, staff, organizations, and unaffiliated individuals. We urge you to familiarize yourself with this policy before planning or engaging in any demonstration or protest, particularly the prohibited behavior listed in section 1.A.
3. 91社区 has established Posting and Chalking Policies ( ). The campus will fully uphold those policies. Students who willfully violate such policies may be referred to the Office of Student Conduct.
4. 91社区 has an established policy governing Camping on Campus ( ). Until further notice, we will not entertain exceptions to the policy, meaning the campus will not permit any form of 鈥渃amping鈥 as defined by the policy.
5. 91社区 policy also generally governs the Non-Credit Use of Campus Facilities ( /operations/policies/policy-410.html ) in several other ways, including policies related to tabling, amplified sound, and event scheduling. Please consult this policy as well prior to planning or participating in any expressive activity, protest, or demonstration.
As acknowledged above, we intend not only to uphold our policies but to defend and promote our values. Campus staff and faculty are actively engaged in several initiatives to create contexts that support civil dialogue around controversial ideas within the boundaries of our policies. While not an exhaustive list, we note the following specific examples:
- Principles of Community: The Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion facilitated the adoption of the Principles of Community ( /diversity-equity-inclusion/resources/principles-of-community.html ), which will be visibly promoted on campus throughout the year.
- 91社区, like all SUNY campuses, has a new civil discourse general education requirement. Several sections of our FYE courses for first-year students have incorporated this requirement and have expanded from two-credit courses to three-credit courses.
- As part of a SUNY cohort, 91社区 is participating in a partnership with Interfaith America to develop a Pluralism Strategic Plan.
- Civil Dialogue Teaching Fellows: The Fellows program will guide faculty in designing and implementing course content that facilitates student practice of civil dialogue. Fifteen faculty have been accepted into the inaugural cohort.
- Civil Dialogue Faculty Teaching and Research Grants: These grants will fund faculty-led teaching and research on civil dialogue.
Without the right to express ideas, especially controversial ideas, education and discovery are limited, dialogue is restricted, and our capacity to educate engaged citizens is compromised. For those reasons and our obligations as a public university to respect the First Amendment, we place a high value on freedom of expression, association, and assembly. No right, however, is absolute. 91社区 will not permit protest and expression that disrupts the University鈥檚 academic mission, interferes with the free expression of others, or threatens members of the campus community or campus property. We urge all of you to accept your responsibility to maintain a campus environment that respects those boundaries. The maturity and perspective of the 91社区 community allow it to confront difficult questions while maintaining a supportive learning community.
Sincerely,
Senior Administration
91社区For More Information:
Contact Dateline
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President's blog: "From Anne's Desk"
President's blog: "From Anne's Desk"
President D'Alleva is writing about her experiences on campus on her blog, "From Anne's Desk", with new entries every Monday morning!
Click on the link below to read more.For More Information:
Contact Dateline or visit /president/about-the-president/from-annes-desk.html
Arts and Entertainment
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Eleventh Hour Literary seeking submissions
Eleventh Hour Literary seeking submissions
Eleventh Hour Literary, a biannual journal sponsored by the Writing Institute, is currently seeking submissions for poetry, prose, and artwork! Unlike many journals, work from anyone will be accepted, but only pieces that have gone through rejections and later revised will be featured. The submission window is open until Tuesday, Sept. 15.
In this cycle, Eleventh Hour Literary is also seeking submissions of visual art. Your artwork could be featured on the cover and receive a prize!
Submit a piece today at the link below!For More Information:
Contact Eleventh Hour Literary or visit
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Fall Arts Fest and Neil Diamond tribute coming Friday
Fall Arts Fest and Neil Diamond tribute coming Friday
The Anderson Center for the Performing Arts has an event doubleheader in store Friday, Aug. 28, hosting the inaugural Fall Arts Fest from 6鈥8 p.m. on the Spine, followed by a concert with "So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience" starring Robert Neary at 8 p.m. in the Osterhout Concert Theater.
Students can explore arts programs, make crafts, and catch some live music and poetry at the Anderson Center鈥檚 inaugural Fall Arts Fest before stopping by the Anderson Center鈥檚 table for free lawn tickets to the "So Good!" concert.
Broadway, television, and film star Robert Neary creates an unforgettable tribute to one of the greatest recording artists in history. The show features two hours packed with 26 classic hit songs, nostalgia, stories, multimedia, trivia, and a 30-minute finale that is pure Broadway-caliber entertainment. The show has received widespread praise online, including being called 鈥渢he most authentic and professional tribute to Neil Diamond and delivers nothing short of a true Neil Diamond concert experience.鈥
The concert will take place in the Osterhout Concert Theater, with an 8 p.m. start time. Tickets cost $25 for lawn seating and 30鈥75 for reserved indoor seating. 91社区 students and children under 18 get free lawn admission. Tickets are on sale now at the Anderson Center Box Office, online at , or by calling 607-777-ARTS.For More Information:
Contact Christopher Bodnarczuk or visit /anderson-center/26_27_season/sogood26.html
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School of the Arts Porchfest: Aug. 30
School of the Arts Porchfest: Aug. 30
The 91社区 School of the Arts joins the 11th annual 91社区 Porchfest from 1-2 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, at 36 Lincoln Ave., 91社区, NY 13905.
Join SOAR for an afternoon of live performances by students in Music and Musical Theatre to hear opera, musical theatre, original compositions, and instrumental music. Porchfest is a free, family-friendly celebration featuring live music throughout 91社区鈥檚 West Side.For More Information:
Contact Genevieve Prescher or visit
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"Mountains and Water: Traditions in East Asian Art": Sept. 3鈥揇ec. 12
"Mountains and Water: Traditions in East Asian Art": Sept. 3鈥揇ec. 12
Join the 91社区 Art Museum (BUAM) for the opening of the fall 2026 exhibitions! "Mountains and Water: Traditions in East Asian Art" will be on view from Thursday, Sept. 3, to Saturday, Dec. 12, at the 91社区 Art Museum. An opening reception for the exhibition will be held from 5鈥7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3.
Mountains and water are at the heart of East Asian arts and culture. They form an essential framework for engaging with the natural world and understanding people鈥檚 place within it. This exhibition explores the wide-ranging significance, symbolism, and sacrality of mountains and water in China, Korea, and Japan. It considers landscapes and scholar鈥檚 stones as both scholastic objects of aesthetic consideration and supernatural sites of cosmic power. Generous support and donations for this exhibition were provided by John C. Copoulos 鈥73. The exhibition is curated by Joseph Leach, curator of collections and exhibitions.
Also opening on Sept. 3 are two exhibitions curated by students: "Capturing Music: Material Culture and Changing Notations in Medieval Music" and "Frames Within Frames: Intimacy through Visual Exchange." A final exhibition, "Hands ON! Experiencing Art through Touch," is curated by Amanda Jean Lynn, manager of education and visitor experience, and builds on the accessible programming begun in the 2025鈥26 academic year.
All exhibitions are on view through Saturday, Dec. 12. For details on upcoming programs, see the events page and social media at the link below. All events are free and open to the public.For More Information:
Contact Kelly Fancher or visit /art-museum/exhibitions/
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Puerto Rican Bomba y Plena dance and drum workshop: Aug. 29
Puerto Rican Bomba y Plena dance and drum workshop: Aug. 29
Come and learn the exciting dance and drum tradition of Puerto Rico with 91社区 Music Department alumni. Join the event at noon on Saturday, Aug. 29, in FA 104.
For more information, email jburns@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Robert Manners
Career Development
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Fall 2026 Job and Internship Fair: Sept. 9
Fall 2026 Job and Internship Fair: Sept. 9
Meet employers hiring for jobs and internships across every major! The Fall Job and Internship Fair is from 1-5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, in the Mandela Room. Students of all years and majors are encouraged to attend.
Students are encouraged to bring several copies of their updated resume, dress in professional clothing, and check hireBING ahead of time for the full list of registered employers and tips on how to prepare.
Whether you're job hunting now or just starting to explore options, this is your chance to talk directly with recruiters!For More Information:
Contact Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development or visit
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Apply to become a B-Engaged student ambassador!
Apply to become a B-Engaged student ambassador!
Are you an engaged student who wants to help your peers get involved with the campus community?
The B-Engaged team is looking for a dedicated, outgoing student who would love to make a difference!
Click on the link below to apply! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.For More Information:
Contact Zach Spiegel or visit
Construction
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EV charging station upgrades
EV charging station upgrades
91社区 is upgrading its campus EV charging stations and transitioning to ChargePoint technology. As part of this project, outdated charging units will be replaced, and all campus EV charging stations will be temporarily offline while both the physical station and technology upgrades are completed.
Once the project is finished, the charging stations will operate using ChargePoint software. TAPS will announce when the upgraded EV charging stations are available for use.For More Information:
Contact TAPS or visit /services/transportation-and-parking/news/
General
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Forum on general education at 91社区 Friday
Forum on general education at 91社区 Friday
General education is a central part of the undergraduate curriculum: every undergraduate student takes the courses, advisors have frequent conversations with students about the curriculum, faculty consistently express their support for it, and SUNY requires it. But too often general education curriculum comes across as a set of checkbox requirements rather than a coherent and meaningful part of the degree.
Join this event for a look at 91社区鈥檚 current general education environment and a chance to explore ideas for future changes. This forum is an opportunity to look honestly at how students currently experience and perceive general education, to hear directly from colleagues across campus, and to begin exploring ways to build a stronger, more intentional culture around it.
Students, staff, and faculty are invited to attend from 1-2:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, in UUW 324. Refreshments will be served!For More Information:
Contact Donald Loewen
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Community Opportunities Fair 鈥 register by Aug. 28
Community Opportunities Fair 鈥 register by Aug. 28
The Center for Community Engagement invites faculty, staff members, and student groups who are engaged with the community (locally or globally) through service-learning courses, long- or short-term community service projects, and community-based research to table at the Community Opportunities Fair from noon to 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, in UU-Mandela. The fair is expected to draw local nonprofit and community organizations, international organizations, and student and faculty groups and will provide students with networking, collaboration, and community engagement opportunities in all facets of community life.
The event also seeks to foster partnerships between area professionals and University personnel that create meaningful, reciprocal change. Register to table by Friday, Aug. 28. Feel free to share this invitation to table and/or attend with appropriate colleagues, community partners, and students.For More Information:
Contact Center for Community Engagement or visit
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2026-27 Code of Student Conduct
2026-27 Code of Student Conduct
The 2026-27 Code of Student Conduct can be found at the link below.
Any questions may be directed to conduct@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Amy Zieziula or visit /student-conduct/code.html
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Visions welcomes you back to campus
Visions welcomes you back to campus
Welcome back, 91社区!
Enjoy access to the full-service 91社区 branch, conveniently located on the second floor of The Union. The branch is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Chat with Candice or Jenny about debit consolidation, personal accounts, the Refer-A-Friend Program, and more!For More Information:
Contact Visions FCU or visit
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Looking to make changes to your meal plan?
Looking to make changes to your meal plan?
Are you a student living in the dorms and looking to make a change to your meal plan? Log in to your BU Brain account to change your plan by Monday, Aug. 31, 2026.
Living off campus or in the on-campus apartments and don't have a meal plan yet? Make dining on campus easy (and don't lose your rollover!) with a Commuter Semester or Convenience Plan 鈥 purchase yours today through the meal plan portal.
Learn more about Bearcat Dining meal plans at the link below.For More Information:
Contact Bearcat Dining or visit
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Dining hours of operation
Dining hours of operation
The first week of classes is just around the corner! Visit to view open locations, dining hours, menus, and much more before you arrive.
For More Information:
Contact Bearcat Dining or visit
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Fall semester Food Pantry pick-up hours
Fall semester Food Pantry pick-up hours
91社区 provides a Food Pantry that is a temporary, judgment-free place for students facing hard times, such as running short of money for the month or other emergency situations.
Pickup hours for the fall semester can be found at the link below. Food Pantry locations and the online ordering form can also be found at the link below.For More Information:
Contact Food Pantry or visit /services/auxiliary/pantry/
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Short on time? Order ahead with the Grubhub app!
Short on time? Order ahead with the Grubhub app!
Skip the line and order online with the Grubhub app at Dunkin', Einstein Bros. Bagels, Panera Bread, The MarketPlace, and The Quiet Cup.
Use code "FIRSTBITE50" for 50% off your first order up to $7! Download today and link your meal plan at Grubhub Campus Dining.For More Information:
Contact Bearcat Dining or visit
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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. You can find news and updates for the current semester at the link below!
For More Information:
Contact Katy Perry or visit /services/title-ix/about/newsletter.html
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Fall 2026 Education Abroad Fair: Sept. 3
Fall 2026 Education Abroad Fair: Sept. 3
The Office of International Education and Global Initiatives will host its biannual Education Abroad Fair from 2:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, in the Mandela Room. Students can meet with program advisors, faculty, international partners, and student education abroad alumni to learn more about programs and scholarship opportunities!
Click the link below to learn more.For More Information:
Contact Robert Sallai or visit
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Preparedness is always in season 鈥 campus safety resources
Preparedness is always in season 鈥 campus safety resources
Download SafeBing, the University鈥檚 public safety app!
SafeBing is here to help keep you informed, prepared, and ready wherever you are. From B-Alert push notifications to medical and mental health resources, SafeBing has what you need to stay prepared this semester. Simply download the app from the App Store on your smartphone, and you will have access to all that SafeBing has to offer.
The Office of Emergency Management provides a free online Narcan training to all 91社区 students, staff, and faculty. The "Opioid Overdose Responder" training is available through BComply and is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose emergency.
After completing the training, visit the Decker Student Health Services Center or the Office of Emergency Management to pick up a Narcan kit.
For more information on SafeBing and Narcan training, reach out to the Office of Emergency Management.For More Information:
Contact Emily Juozitis or visit /emergency/emergency-notification/alertus-app.html
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Friendly reminders from 91社区 Police Department
Friendly reminders from 91社区 Police Department
On behalf of the 91社区 Police Department, welcome new and returning students to the City of 91社区! BPD strives to make the community an environment where students of all backgrounds can flourish. Each semester, the 91社区 Police Department encounters several recurring issues involving students. In the name of transparency, the 91社区 Police Department would like to make the student body aware of the focal points that will be strictly enforced:
1. Underage possession/consumption of alcohol:
The 91社区 Police Department, along with the State Liquor Authority, regularly conducts operations to ensure compliance at local establishments. This will be treated with 鈥渮ero tolerance,鈥 and students under the age of 21 found to be in possession of alcoholic beverages are subject to arrest. This also applies to off-campus house parties or events sponsored by fraternities/sororities.
2. Open alcoholic containers:
Students are reminded that possession/consumption of opened alcoholic beverages in public (sidewalks, roadways, parks, etc.) is an arrestable offense and will also be treated with 鈥渮ero tolerance.鈥 This includes any clearly marked alcoholic beverages or alcohol disguised containers (water bottles, red solo cups or 鈥淏orgs,鈥 etc.).
3. Unruly behavior/disorderly conduct:
This can include but is not limited to the destruction of public/private property, urinating in public, obstructing roadways, and fighting (verbally or physically).
BPD encourages the student body to explore and patronize the various establishments the City of 91社区 has to offer while still respecting your neighbors and taking pride in the 91社区 community. On behalf of the 91社区 Police Department, have a safe and wonderful semester. Go Bearcats!For More Information:
Contact Brian Vandervort or visit
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Winter and spring 2026 study abroad 鈥 applications open
Winter and spring 2026 study abroad 鈥 applications open
Are you interested in spending a semester abroad? The Office of International Education and Global Initiatives is thrilled to announce that winter and spring applications are now open!
Application deadlines for programs are as soon as Monday, Aug. 17, and as late as Thursday, Oct. 1, so apply as soon as you can. Click the link below to learn more.For More Information:
Contact Robert Sallai or visit /offices/iegi/
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Discover 91社区's most exciting stories every Saturday!
Discover 91社区's most exciting stories every Saturday!
Welcome to BingUNews 鈥 your go-to source for all the exciting happenings at 91社区!
Discover inspiring stories about the people, events, and initiatives that shape this vibrant community. Sign up at the link below and keep an eye on your inbox every Saturday morning for the latest top stories.For More Information:
Contact Dateline or visit
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Dining transition update 鈥 addressing feedback and current adjustments
Dining transition update 鈥 addressing feedback and current adjustments
This fall marks an important transition for 91社区 dining as Chartwells becomes the new dining partner after 40 years with Sodexo. 91社区 recognizes that any change of this magnitude brings adjustments, questions and, at times, frustration. 91社区 ppreciates your patience during this transition.
The new dining program was developed around student and campus feedback, with a focus on improving the overall dining experience. Among the changes introduced this fall are updates to the Marketplace, allergen-free stations in three of the four residential dining halls that are free of the top nine allergens, expanded kosher and halal options, enhanced quality assurance measures, and the elimination of the membership fee.
This fee formerly covered administrative and operational expenses, including labor. Those costs are now reflected directly in dining hall menu prices.91社区 understands that this change has required an adjustment for returning residential students, who are now seeing higher prices in the dining halls as a direct result of eliminating the membership fee. Bearcat Dining is continuing to educate the campus community about how the new meal plan structure works.
At the same time, 91社区 has heard clearly from students that the value received for the price (i.e. portions) is not sufficient. The new partner has also struggled with technology integration of payment and ordering systems, which has contributed to crowding and slow service at some locations.
While some of these challenges are part and parcel of transitioning from a provider who served the campus for forty years, Bearcat Dining is actively working to address several areas of concern, including but not limited to those noted above. Among the actions being taken are the following:
- Working directly with Chartwells at both local and corporate management levels to assess pricing and student spending patterns. Adjustments are being made based upon data collected from the first full week of operations. The goal is to ensure that the dining program provides students with quality, variety, and value.
- Implemented a Budget Tracker and a list of the Meal Deals available throughout campus.
- Requested and received more and stronger management at the local campus level from Chartwells.
- Requested and have received technology integration support from GrubHub, Panera, and Chartwells.
- The campus is closely monitoring overall staffing levels and has received a revised staffing plan from Chartwells that, when fully executed, should address staffing challenges.
One of the impressive attributes of the new partner is their openness to regular student engagement. As listed on the Dining FAQ webpage, there are, and will continue to be, active opportunities for students to provide feedback. 91社区 encourages you to provide feedback through whatever channel best fits your circumstances.
Beyond the topics noted above, the campus is actively working with Chartwells on future changes to meal plan structures that could include meal-swipes as an alternative to 脿 la carte pricing. The scale of the transition and short turnaround time did not afford the opportunity to make such a change this year, but Chartwells will be soliciting broad student feedback on that and other possibilities.
Over the next several weeks, you will continue to see improvements across all dining locations as the new team becomes more established, fully staffed, and operational processes are refined.
The transition has not been without its challenges. 91社区 appreciates that you have shared your experiences and concerns, and is committed to working through these issues while holding the University and the dining partner accountable for delivering the experience students deserve.For More Information:
Contact 91社区 Auxiliary Services or visit
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Get connected properly, check for updates, backup/synch your files and be aware of calendar event phish emails
Get connected properly, check for updates, backup/synch your files and be aware of calendar event phish emails
Four technology reminders for this semester!
1. Connect your devices properly by running the "JoinNow Tool" by connecting to Welcome2Bing and following the instructions.
2. Make sure to check for updates on laptops and all devices.
3. Plan for the semester by backing up and/or syncing your files to the cloud, GDrive, or your own personal drive.
4. Be aware of phishing; emails can be tricky. Do not click on any calendar invites until you double-check their legitimacy. These are very trendy lately. For more information, go to the phishing page at the link below and use the phish checker. Report anything to security@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Help Desk or visit
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Parking availability information on TAPS website
Parking availability information on TAPS website
Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) closely monitors parking lot availability. TAPS surveys and counts unoccupied parking spaces every two hours, Monday through Friday. With this data, TAPS updates a parking availability table on the TAPS website at the link below. The table shows which parking lots have available space during peak times on campus and an average of how many open spaces are in a lot during a timeframe.
Parking on campus is busiest during peak class times, between 10 a.m.-3 p.m. There is always available space, but it is not always right next to a destination. If you are having trouble finding a spot, visit the TAPS website at the link below. The campus shuttle stops near multiple parking lots to transport you closer to your specific destination.
The University also offers convenient alternative transportation options. OCCT, BC Transit, Enterprise CarShare, and carpooling with 511NY Rideshare make it easy to get around campus and the community. For more information on alternative transportation options, visit the TAPS website at: /services/transportation-and-parking/For More Information:
Contact TAPS or visit /services/transportation-and-parking/parking/parking-availability/
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"Understanding Your Meal Plan"
"Understanding Your Meal Plan"
As 91社区 welcomes Bearcat Dining and begins the new semester, students and families may have questions about meal plans, dining dollars, and dining options. The University has gathered answers to some of the most frequently asked questions to help make navigating your meal plan as easy as possible.
For more information, including meal plan options and dining pricing details, visit the Bearcat Dining FAQ website at the link below.
Questions? Bearcat Dining is here to help. Contact Bearcat Dining at bearcatdining@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Bearcat Dining or visit
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Purchase your parking permit online
Purchase your parking permit online
You can purchase your parking permit online today at the Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) portal. It鈥檚 easy and convenient! To log in, you will need your 91社区 ID and Two-Factor Authentication (2FA).
First-time permit buyer? You must first register your vehicle online with the University. If you are a returning customer, log in, follow the step-by-step instructions, and confirm that your vehicle information is up to date. When you purchase a 2026-27 annual permit or semester permit, the permit will immediately be active.
TAPS utilizes License Plate Recognition (LPR), a plate-recognition technology that virtually associates 91社区 parking permits to a license plate. Vehicle information can be updated from your online account at any time. See the campus map for parking lot locations and which lot designations correspond with your permit type. Parking Services closely monitor lot availability and updates the TAPS parking availability website with which parking lots have available space during peak times on campus.
TAPS updates for the upcoming year can be found on the TAPS website. Questions regarding parking can be directed to parking@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Parking Services or visit
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Writing Center now open for tutoring
Writing Center now open for tutoring
The Writing Center is now open for tutoring! Come get free, expert help with all your writing projects and assignments. The friendly, qualified peer writing tutors offer in-person appointments from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. -3:15 p.m. Friday, and online synchronous appointments after 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday.
Need an online appointment from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.? Email director Wendy Stewart at least two days in advance to set one up.For More Information:
Contact Wendy Stewart or visit
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Do you have the best looking room?
Do you have the best looking room?
BingTok is looking for the best-looking room on campus. Does your space have what it takes?
Fill out the Google Form at the link below to enter for a chance to be featured on our socials!For More Information:
Contact Carmela Petruccelli or visit
Health and Wellness
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Health insurance reminder
Health insurance reminder
91社区 is committed to maintaining a healthy campus community. As part of that commitment, all international and domestic full-time students must have active health insurance coverage each academic year.
International health insurance is required for all international students (graduate and undergraduate).聽Information regarding international student health insurance can be found on the聽Office of International Student and Scholar Services website at the link below.
All full-time undergraduate domestic students must either submit a health insurance waiver if they believe that they already have qualifying coverage or enroll in the University-sponsored plan. Note that the waiver process is annual.
Even if a student has submitted a waiver in a previous year, they must complete a new waiver request each academic year to avoid being automatically enrolled and billed for the University-sponsored plan. Waiver requests must be submitted by Tuesday, Sept. 29.For More Information:
Contact Chris Downey or visit /health/insurance/
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Sign up today for the farm share program with Russell Farms
Sign up today for the farm share program with Russell Farms
The Healthy Campus Initiative: B-Healthy has partnered with Russell Farms to bring back the farm share program this fall. Enjoy fresh, seasonal produce with pickup from 3:30-5:30 p.m. every Wednesday in Lot E, in front of the Rec Center at the East Gym.
The 10-week program runs from Sept. 9-Nov. 11 (with a modified pickup schedule for Veterans Day). Choose your share size and explore add-ons like snacks, flowers, and farm-raised protein by completing the form at the link below.For More Information:
Contact Kimberly Peabody or visit
Recreation
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Swim lessons registration opens Sept. 1
Swim lessons registration opens Sept. 1
Campus Recreation鈥檚 swimming program offers lessons for all ages, helping children and adults become strong swimmers and confident in the water. Certified instructors create a safe and supportive environment to build skills and comfort in and around the pool.
Registration opens Tuesday, Sept. 1, at the front desk of the East Gym Recreation Center. Learn more at the link below.For More Information:
Contact Jane Kallmerten or visit /campus-recreation/programs/aquatics/lessons.html
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Join the free NFL Pick 鈥楨ms with Campus Recreation
Join the free NFL Pick 鈥楨ms with Campus Recreation
Pick one NFL team each week. If your team wins or ties, you advance to the next round. If they lose, that entry is eliminated. Choose wisely, because you can only pick each team once per entry all season.
Sign up on IMLeagues by Friday, Sept. 4. It鈥檚 free to play!For More Information:
Contact Darby Carr or visit
Research
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Read the latest issues of the 91社区 Undergraduate Journal!
Read the latest issues of the 91社区 Undergraduate Journal!
In spring 2026, the External Scholarships and Undergraduate Research Center and its undergraduate managing editor, Carissa Bayack, published two issues for Volume 11 of the 91社区 Undergraduate Journal. Issue 1 is a special edition featuring students from the Source Project Human Rights stream taught by Alexandra Moore, who served as guest editor. Issue 2 is a regular edition that features work across topics and disciplines.
The 91社区 Undergraduate Journal (BUUJ) is an undergraduate research journal that showcases the broad spectrum and quality of undergraduate student research, scholarly investigation, and creative work at 91社区. The journal welcomes new submissions from students in every discipline this fall, starting on Friday, Sept. 18.For More Information:
Contact Beth Polzin or visit
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Campus Research and Creative Opportunity Postings (CROP) 鈥 experiences for undergraduates
Campus Research and Creative Opportunity Postings (CROP) 鈥 experiences for undergraduates
Are you an undergraduate student looking for a research or creative opportunity? Check out the Campus Research Opportunity Posting (CROP) page! The webpage includes details about an opportunity (title, description, student level, any prerequisites, and how to apply).
The External Scholarships and Undergraduate Research Center advertises CROP via a biweekly newsletter and on B-line. Click the link below to learn more.For More Information:
Contact Beth Polzin or visit /student-research-and-scholarship/undergraduate-research/crop-database.html
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Would you like to learn how to get involved in research?
Would you like to learn how to get involved in research?
Stop in during walk-in advising times at the External Scholarships and Undergraduate Research Center (ESURC) to find out how to get involved with research on campus, where student and professional staff can provide guidance with any related questions.
Learn about 91社区 Projects for New Undergraduate Researchers (BUPNUR), Campus Research Opportunity Postings (CROP), scholarship and award databases, how to approach and network with faculty, how to take steps to join a research lab, and where to apply for funded summer research experiences.
See the link below to the events calendar for the schedule of walk-in advising in UU 260.For More Information:
Contact Beth Polzin or visit /student-research-and-scholarship/about/events.html
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Participants wanted 鈥 listening study with non-invasive brain stimulation
Participants wanted 鈥 listening study with non-invasive brain stimulation
The Lim Lab in the Department of Psychology is seeking volunteers for a research study examining how the brain supports speech communication and learning. Participants will listen to speech and other sounds while receiving non-invasive brain stimulation, called transcranial electrical stimulation (tES).
This study will take place in Science 4, and participants will be compensated at $15/hour.
You may be eligible if you:
- Are 18鈥40 years old with normal hearing and language abilities
- Are safe to receive non-invasive brain stimulation (no metal or electronic implants)
- Have no history of neurological, psychiatric, or language disorders, seizures, epilepsy, severe brain injury, or brain surgery
- Are not currently taking medications or substances that affect nervous system function
- Have no significant scalp skin conditions
If you are interested in participating or would like to learn more, contact limlab@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Sung-Joo Lim
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Paid research opportunity on the biological effects of public speaking
Paid research opportunity on the biological effects of public speaking
If you are interested in participating in a research study titled 鈥淏iological Effects of Public Speaking in Young, Adult Women,鈥 open the link below to review inclusion criteria, informed consent materials, confirm eligibility, and enroll in the study.
Individuals are eligible to participate if they are:
- Female sex assigned at birth
- Between 18-35 years old, have been menstruating for 7+ years
- Are not currently taking any prescribed glucocorticoid medications, anti-anxiety, or antidepressant medications, or use long-acting reversible contraceptives (i.e. implants/IUDs), as these have documented effects on the production of cortisol
Exclusion criterion:
- Diagnosis of any of the following: long-COVID, major depressive disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, PTSD, panic disorder, schizophrenia, general anxiety disorder, anemia, or bleeding conditions
- Currently taking 鈥渂lood thinners鈥 (i.e., heparin, warfarin, or coumadin, e.g., Pradaxa, Xarelto, Eliquis)
- Pregnant or breastfeeding in the last 12 months
- Have or ever had: Ebola virus infection or disease, Hepatitis B or C, tuberculosis, or tested positive for HIV
- Been to a region where malaria is found in the last three months
- Been treated for malaria in the last three years
- Been treated for syphilis or gonorrhea in the last three months
This study has been approved by the 91社区 Institutional Review Board. For more information, contact Mallory Peters at mpeter20@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Mallory Peters or visit
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Participants needed for a speech perception study ($15/hour)
Participants needed for a speech perception study ($15/hour)
The Auditory Cognitive Neuroscience Lab is seeking native English-speaking adults (ages 18鈥35) to participate in a research study on speech perception. Participants will listen to speech sounds and complete simple computer-based tasks.
You may be eligible if you:
- Are 18鈥35 years old and a native English speaker
- Have normal hearing
- Do not have a history of speech, language, or neurological disorders
This study will take place in Science 4. Participants will be compensated at $15/hour.
If you are interested in participating or would like to learn more, contact limlab@binghamton.edu.For More Information:
Contact Sung-Joo Lim
Student Activities
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CARE Team open house: Sept. 18
CARE Team open house: Sept. 18
Come meet the Care Team, spin the prize wheel, learn about services, and enter to WIN a 鈥楥ARE鈥 package full of fun items to help you take care of yourself this semester from 1-3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, in UUW 207, on the second floor of The Union.
The first 40 students will receive a bento box door prize!
The Dean of Students' CARE Team is 91社区's case management office. Their mission is to provide direct support to undergraduate and graduate students, empowering them to address their needs holistically and achieve personal and academic success. Through advocacy, care, and collaborative efforts, they cultivate a compassionate and informed campus environment.For More Information:
Contact CARE Team or visit
Training and Workshops
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"Supporting Neurodiversity Across SUNY" training
"Supporting Neurodiversity Across SUNY" training
Faculty, staff, and student leaders are invited to complete a new self-paced online program: "Supporting Neurodiversity Across SUNY." This two-hour training offers practical strategies to foster an inclusive environment across academic, residential, and campus life settings. Training experts from throughout the SUNY system, including SUNY Empire and Buffalo State University, will lead the training sessions.
Visit the website provided below to learn more or register for a training.For More Information:
Contact Johann Fiore-Conte or visit
Volunteer
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Apply to Harpur's Ferry Ambulance
Apply to Harpur's Ferry Ambulance
The Harpur鈥檚 Ferry fall 2026 application is open now!
Looking for a meaningful way to make an impact on campus? Apply to join Harpur鈥檚 Ferry Student Volunteer Ambulance and become part of a team dedicated to serving the 91社区 community. Whether you鈥檙e interested in patient care, emergency medicine, leadership, or giving back to your community, Harpur鈥檚 Ferry offers hands-on experience, lifelong friendships, and opportunities to grow.
Join the general interest meeting at 9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, in the Mandela Room, University Union. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1.For More Information:
Contact Ella Sussner or visit
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Make a friend from another country! Join ELI Conversation Pairs!
Make a friend from another country! Join ELI Conversation Pairs!
Would you like to make a friend from another culture? Would you like to share your own culture and language while practicing English? If so, consider joining the English Conversation Pairs Program. In this free program, a fluent English speaker is paired with an English language learner and asked to spend approximately one hour a week in conversation. This volunteer program is open to all students and staff.
The deadline to register is Tuesday, Sept. 15. Click the link below to learn more.For More Information:
Contact Christina Zawerucha or visit /institutes/english-language/conpairs/conversation-pairs.html