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Administrative

  • Nominations sought for Council/Foundation Award

    The Council/Foundation Award for service to the University is the combined award of the 91社区 Council and the 91社区 Foundation, presented annually to individuals from the University community. Four awards are given, one each to a faculty member, a staff member, an undergraduate student and a graduate student who serve the campus with outstanding dedication and who demonstrate exemplary service and/or leadership to the University. Recipients receive a $1,000 check and a certificate.

    To learn more and submit a nomination, use the link below. Nominations will remain confidential and are due by Friday, Feb. 6.

    For more information, contact Pam Kollar or visit the link below.

    For More Information:

    Contact Pam Kollar or visit /organizations/bu-council/award.html

General

  • General Education update

    Students starting in summer 2026 will be required to complete the new "V鈥擟ivic Discourse" category. For students first enrolled before summer 2026, requirements have not changed, but one category has a new name. "G鈥擥lobal Interdependencies" is now "GL鈥擥lobal Issues."

    Click the link below to learn more.

    For More Information:

    Contact Paul Gorelik or visit binghamton.edu/academics/general-education

  • Summer and fall 2026 Study Abroad applications open

    Are you interested in spending a semester abroad? The Office of International Education and Global Initiatives is excited to announce that 2026 summer and fall applications are now open!

    Application deadlines for programs are as soon as Tuesday, Jan. 20, and as late as Sunday, March 1, so apply as soon as you can. Click the link below to learn more!

    For More Information:

    Contact Robert Sallai or visit

  • Join the New York Business Plan Competition

    Have an idea that could change the world-or just make life a little easier? The New York Business Plan Competition (NYBPC) is your chance to turn that idea into action!

    Students from all majors and experience levels are invited to develop innovative business or social impact ideas, connect with mentors and compete for prizes and recognition at the Southern Tier Regional Round hosted by 91社区.

    Participate to gain real-world experience pitching your ideas; build your resume and expand your professional network; get feedback from entrepreneurs, investors and faculty; and compete for a chance to advance to the State Finals!

    No prior entrepreneurship experience required 鈥 just curiosity and creativity. Questions? Contact Epiphany Mu帽oz at emunoz2@binghamton.edu

    For More Information:

    Contact Epiphany A Munoz or visit

  • Parking on campus during snowfall

    TAPS reminds everyone 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 Parking Services or visit /maps/pdfs/campus_map.pdf

Recreation

  • Spring fitness memberships available now

    A fitness membership gives you access to FitSpace and all group fitness classes in the East Gym Recreation Center. Buy today for immediate access to state-of-the-art equipment, a variety of classes and a welcoming, inclusive space!

    Purchase online at , the link below, or at the East Gym front desk.

    For More Information:

    Contact Holly Brown or visit /campus-recreation/memberships/index.html

Research

  • FRI summer undergraduate research experiences 鈥 apply now

    Are you interested in getting involved in research and maybe even doing research this summer at 91社区? If so, the First-year Research Immersion (FRI) program has summer research opportunities that might be right for you!

    The FRI summer programs provide science and engineering students with a one-of-a-kind research experience. Working alongside faculty and fellow students on cutting-edge research projects, you'll tackle weighty world issues, build powerful relationships and set a course for college and career success. This year, the FRI program will be running its signature summer program, the Summer Research Immersion (SRI) program, along with the Fast-Track Research Immersion (FtRI) program.

    For summer 2026, SRI will be running a 10-week research experience in the Clean Energy (chemistry and physics) stream. The 10-week SRI will run in Summer Sessions I and III, from May 27-Aug. 1, and consist of two 4-credit courses (8 credits total). SRI will also be running a five-week experience in the Biomedical Chemistry stream. The five-week SRI will run in Summer Session I, from May 27-June 29, and consist of one 4-credit course.

    Additionally, the program will be running FtRI Biogeochemistry. Participants will spend five weeks during Summer Session III, from June 15-July 18, and will consist of one 4-credit course. Following successful completion of FtRI, student researchers will be enrolled in the Fall 2026 FRI course (4 credits) to complete the FRI program alongside current FRI students in the Biogeochemistry stream. This program has a three-week fieldwork component at Chincoteague Bay Field Station in Wallops Island, Va., that is cross-listed with GEOL 383M "Coastal Biogeochemistry", a three-credit geology course.

    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 each of these programs and courses can be found on the website below, including a video explanation for these courses and the process of applying or registering.

    Applications will operate on a rolling admission with an initial application review beginning Monday, March 2. The application deadline is Sunday, April 5.

    For More Information:

    Contact Caitlin Light or visit /first-year-research-immersion/sri/